Big Technology Podcast The Economy is Fine?, VC Funding Declines, Non-Negotiable Expectations
Apr 14, 2023
Jim McKelvey, co-founder of Square and founder of Invisibly, shares his insights on the current economic landscape amid fears of a credit crunch. He discusses the challenges facing commercial real estate and the decline in VC funding, while exploring the potential of innovation during downturns. The conversation touches on AutoGPT and the need for responsible AI regulation, along with a unique service that allows people to monetize their financial data. McKelvey also reflects on the founding story of Square, emphasizing the importance of supportive workplace cultures.
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Mixed Economic Signals
- The economy is in an unusual state with mixed signals like high inflation and rising markets.
- The current state is a result of the massive economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fed's Response to the Pandemic
- The Federal Reserve injected trillions into the economy to prevent a global economic collapse during the pandemic.
- Despite some disagreement on decisions, the Fed is handling the situation relatively well, aiming to lower inflation.
Recessions and Inflation
- Recessions are undesirable, but they can effectively curb inflation.
- Persistent inflation erodes purchasing power and is worse than a recession.
