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M.G. Siegler

Author of Spyglass and a tech analyst. He provides clear-eyed analysis of the tech world's biggest stories, with a focus on Apple and the broader AI landscape.

Top 5 podcasts with M.G. Siegler

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120 snips
Jun 11, 2025 • 57min

What Apple's Failures Say About AI's Limitations —  With M.G. Siegler

M.G. Siegler, author of Spyglass and a tech analyst, dissects Apple's recent developer event, emphasizing the company's struggle with AI integration. He critiques Apple’s focus on user interface over artificial intelligence, questioning its vision for the future amidst fierce competition. The discussion uncovers public skepticism around Apple's AI capabilities and explores mixed reactions to their Liquid Glass upgrade. Siegler also touches on leadership challenges within Apple and contrasts the subdued vibe of current events with the excitement of days gone by.
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48 snips
Jan 27, 2025 • 46min

Bonus: The DeepSeek Reckoning in Silicon Valley

M.G. Siegler, a writer and investor known for his insights into the tech industry and author of Spyglass, discusses the game-changing launch of DeepSeek R1, an open-source AI model that rivals giants like OpenAI at a fraction of the cost. He explores its potential to disrupt Silicon Valley's scaling hypothesis and the immediate fallout for companies like Microsoft and NVIDIA. Siegler also dives into the contrasting AI development approaches in the U.S. and China, shedding light on the financial implications for major players in the AI landscape.
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16 snips
Nov 27, 2024 • 1h 12min

M.G. Siegler: VC’s Crisis, Defensible Startups, and Hack-quisitions

M.G. Siegler, a tech writer, investor, and former VC at GV, shares his insights on the evolving European tech scene. He delves into the current venture capital crisis, highlighting CRV Ventures' return of funds. Topics include the critical balance of investing in people versus ideas, the defensibility of startups, and the complex landscape of M&A and IPOs. Siegler also discusses the rise of AI and its implications for future startups, as well as the competitive positions of tech giants like Apple in the race towards artificial general intelligence.
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9 snips
Oct 9, 2024 • 1h 15min

TWiST News: M.G. Siegler Explains the Current Venture Crisis and Google’s Antitrust Woes | E2023

M.G. Siegler, a venture capitalist and former journalist, shares his insights into the current venture capital crisis. He highlights challenges around early-stage returns and the struggle with high valuations in the market. The conversation also touches on Google's ongoing antitrust issues and the potential implications for M&A regulation. Siegler discusses the unique perspective journalists bring to investment decisions and the need for transparency in startups, making for a riveting analysis of the tech landscape.
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7 snips
Jun 12, 2024 • 52min

Apple Fails to Overreact to the AI Revolution — With M.G. Siegler

M.G. Siegler, a venture partner at GV and author of Spyglass, shares his insights on Apple's AI strategies post-WWDC. He critiques Apple's measured approach to AI, contrasting it with the hype surrounding competitors. The conversation dives into the potential for new features to trigger an iPhone upgrade cycle and discusses the implications of Apple’s partnerships and privacy commitments. Siegler also highlights the challenges of integrating AI with existing devices and examines Apple's revenue struggles amid evolving market dynamics.

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