
Danny Fortson
US West Coast correspondent for The Sunday Times. He covers the technology industry, focusing on Silicon Valley and emerging trends.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 31min
DeepSeek: AI’s ‘Sputnik moment’
Danny Fortson, the West Coast Correspondent for The Sunday Times, dives into the startling rise of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI that drastically impacted global tech values. He discusses how this development questions Silicon Valley's dominance and has been likened to a 'Sputnik moment' in the tech world. Fortson highlights the geopolitical tensions surrounding AI, including U.S.-China relations and chip wars. The conversation also touches on public concerns about censorship and the evolution of innovation amidst this shifting landscape.

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Dec 2, 2024 • 29min
The myth of the X exodus
Danny Fortson, US West Coast Correspondent for The Sunday Times and tech expert, dives into the social media upheaval following Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, now X. He discusses the mass exodus of users seeking alternatives like Blue Sky due to rising toxicity and misinformation. The conversation explores the consequences of this shift on digital discourse and the emergence of echo chambers. Fortson also examines the broader implications of Musk's actions on user engagement and the future of social media dynamics.

Aug 21, 2025 • 25min
'There's an AI bubble' - but what happens when it bursts?
Danny Fortson, the US West Coast correspondent for The Sunday Times, dives into the thrilling yet precarious world of AI investments. He discusses Nvidia's monumental value and billion-dollar developer salaries, drawing parallels to the dot-com boom. Fortson warns of the risks involved in the current hype, questioning the sustainability of inflated valuations. With thoughts on Meta potentially downsizing and the stark contrast between AI expectations and reality, he offers a sobering reflection on what might happen when the bubble bursts.

Sep 2, 2024 • 30min
Why tech billionaires are backing Trump
Danny Fortson, West Coast correspondent for The Sunday Times, delves into the surprising support of Silicon Valley tech billionaires for Donald Trump. He discusses the tensions within the tech community, as many traditional Democrats pivot toward pro-Trump sentiments driven by regulatory concerns. Fortson highlights the unexpected crypto alliance forming between tech leaders and Trump, revealing how this shift could reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2024 election.

Mar 1, 2024 • 39min
Pachama's Diego Saez Gil: "Building software to save nature"
Diego Saez Gil discusses founding Pachama for carbon reduction, AI tools for climate projects, net zero pledges, raising $90 million, and surviving a house fire linked to climate change.