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🍸“The Spy Who Primed Me” — James Bond’s Amazon deal. Microsoft’s quantum leap. OpenTable vs Resy.

Feb 21, 2025

Amazon’s acquisition of James Bond raises questions about the franchise's future and creative control. Microsoft astounds with its pioneering quantum processor, hinting at a revolutionary fourth state of matter. OpenTable's clever strategy has catapulted it ahead of Resy in the competitive restaurant booking scene. Meanwhile, Google searches for flight safety have surged dramatically, reflecting a growing public concern. This discussion weaves together humor, technology, and business insights in an engaging way!

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Amazon's acquisition of James Bond grants it creative control, potentially reshaping the franchise while navigating the challenge of infinite scarcity.

Microsoft's Majorana 1 processor signifies a breakthrough in quantum computing, positioning the company as a leader in innovative technology solutions.

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Amazon Acquires James Bond Franchise

Amazon has gained creative control over the James Bond franchise following its acquisition of MGM Studios. This significant move allows Amazon to potentially reshape the series, from casting decisions to altering iconic elements of the character. A key point of discussion is the concept of 'infinite scarcity,' which has contributed to the franchise's longevity, with movies being released less frequently than other blockbuster series. The challenge now lies in balancing innovation while respecting what has made James Bond a classic, avoiding the pitfalls of franchise fatigue seen in other large-scale cinematic universes.

Intro

8min

The Longevity and Legacy of James Bond

2min

Microsoft's Quantum Leap: The Creation of a New Form of Matter

2min

Tech Titans: Microsoft vs. Apple

10min

Delta's Compensation and Coca-Cola's New Venture

5min

James Bond’s creative control was just acquired by Amazon… so we need to talk about “Infinite Scarcity.”

Microsoft just defied physics… it’s a quantum creation that’s not a solid, liquid, or gas.

OpenTable has overtaken Resy for America’s coolest restaurants… all thanks to 1 move.

Plus, Google searches for “Is it safe to fly” are up 20x… so we ran the numbers.

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