Zoë Schiffer

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, becomes a central figure in the upcoming U.S. election, acting as a top surrogate for Trump. Zoë Schiffer, from Wired, discusses Musk's control over narratives at X, while Eva Dou from The Washington Post sheds light on the tech policies surrounding Musk's ventures. They dive into Musk's political influence, the conservative shift on Twitter, and the pros and cons of corporate cost-cutting strategies in governance, revealing how Musk's ambitions intertwine with his business interests.

Zoe Schiffer, Director of Business and Industry at Wired Magazine, dives into Marc Andreessen's transformation into a significant political influencer in Silicon Valley. She discusses how Andreessen's role in pivotal group chats reshapes mainstream tech discourse and highlights the changing power dynamics in venture capitalism amid government scrutiny. The conversation also touches on the industry's ideological shift, contrasting figures like Andreessen and Elon Musk, and examines the interplay between innovation, ambition, and historical accountability.

Leah Feiger, Senior Politics Editor at Wired, and Zoë Schiffer, Head of Business and Industry at Wired, dive into the tumultuous changes within federal agencies sparked by Elon Musk's controversial initiatives. They share insights from over 150 sources, revealing the confusion and upheaval affecting federal workers. Topics include Musk's 'Doge' efforts to inject startup-style management, alarming data privacy threats, and the real human impacts of these technological transformations, urging a shift towards personal stories amid broader political narratives.

Brian Merchant, a tech journalist and author of "Blood in the Machine," Matt Honan, editor-in-chief at MIT Technology Review, and Zoë Schiffer, WIRED's business coverage lead, explore the colossal investments Big Tech is making in AI infrastructure, likening its impact to the railroad boom. They discuss AI's role in geopolitical tensions, like the controversial Nvidia deal with China. Meanwhile, the underwhelming launch of ChatGPT-5 raises questions about AI expectations and its societal implications, revealing a mix of excitement and disappointment surrounding its performance.

Zoë Schiffer, the incoming director of business and industry at Wired and author of "Extremely Hardcore: Inside Elon Musk’s Twitter," provides keen insights into Elon Musk's complex relationship with the Republican Party and his significant role in Trump's campaign. She discusses Musk's impulsive Twitter takeover and its political implications, including the shift from neutrality to a powerful political player. Schiffer also explores the rivalry dynamics between Musk and Trump and how their actions may shape the future of technology and governance.