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Logan Allin and Neil Datta on which startups AI puts at risk, tech regulation, and H-1B reform | E1975

Jul 2, 2024

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Guests Logan Allin and Neil Datta delve into Vinod Khosla's AI views, Trump's H1-B policy, and AI's impact on globalization. They also discuss incorporation to funding stages and tech regulation in the startup world.

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Quick takeaways

Venture capitalists need technical skills to assess startup tech use, Overregulation may stifle innovation, US immigration policies impact global talent recruitment

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Venture Capital and AI Regulation

Discussions in the podcast revolved around the importance of venture capitalists having the technical skill set to assess whether startups are truly utilizing cutting-edge technology effectively. The dialogue highlighted concerns about overregulation and its potential impact on innovation, drawing comparisons to EU regulations that have influenced tech industries in the past. Insights were also shared on the significance of AI-related developments and the implications of regulations on global business competitiveness.

Intro

2min

Discussion on Technology Regulation and Innovation Impact

3min

EU Regulations, M&A Activities, and AI Investments

8min

Discussion on COVID-driven relocation and regulations for investors vs startup entrepreneurs, with an AI tool ad included

2min

AI Startup Frothiness and Applications in FinTech Industry

7min

Exploring Differentiation of Data and Voice Data Importance in Startups

3min

Current Immigration Policies and Their Impact on Skilled Immigrants

16min

Fostering Entrepreneurship for Economic Growth

3min

Trends in Funding Timelines, Growth Equity, and IPO Readiness

15min

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Exploring Investments in Private Credit and AI-enabled Businesses

5min

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Burger Rankings and Fast-Food Preferences Discussion

2min

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Todays show:

David Weisburd hosts Logan Allin, Neil Datta, and Jason Calacanis to discuss Vinod Khosla’s views on AI (1:13), Trumps H-1B policy (11:24), incorporation to funding stage (36:09), and more!

Timestamps:

(0:00) David Weisburd intros Logan Allin, Neil Datta, and Jason Calacanis

(2:57) Vinod Khosla's talk on AI at Collision Conference

(5:12) Tech regulation, AI, and M&A's impact on portfolios

(13:28) Intercom - TWIST listeners can get 90% off Intercom’s platform at intercom.com/TWIST

(14:58) Globalization and navigating AI in venture

(23:44) AssemblyAI - Get 100 free hours to start building at https://www.assemblyai.com/twist

(25:13) Trump's stance on H-1B visas and immigration policy

(42:19) Vensure - Visit http://Vensure.com today to schedule an HR evaluation, and learn how they can help you.

(43:37) Carta data on incorporation to funding stage

(54:34) Lighting round on recent investments

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