Forbes Talks

Nicholas Harris, CEO of Lightmatter, sat down with Forbes to discuss building AI chip technology relying on light rather than electrical signals. Harris also discussed why the end of Moore's Law and the AI boom created the perfect moment for photonics, enabling massive acceleration in AI model training and increased data center efficiency.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

António Caçorino, the CEO and cofounder of Apex, sat down with Forbes to detail how Apex leverages its unique community of over 100 athlete investors—who act as active Limited Partners providing network and industry insights—to strategically deploy capital.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Forbes 30 Under 30 list editors Alex York and Zoya Hasan discuss the challenging compilation of the 2026 list, which honors young business leaders across 20 categories. They detail the rigorous selection process, explaining they identify key "call outs" by seeking scale, influence, credible backers, and future industry trend potential. From the youngest founders creating new media suites for artists to revisiting the incredible success of past alumni in fields ranging from public safety drones to Hollywood, they explore how the next generation is leading the charge and continuing to challenge established norms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As electronic dance music gains momentum in the U.S., DJ John Summit is showing how artists are evolving entrepreneurs—running labels, festivals and even their own brands. Last year, the 31-year-old's shows grossed some $22 million in ticket revenue.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professional racing driver and content creator Lindsay Brewer joins Forbes Talks to discuss the convergence of motorsport and digital media. Brewer reveals how she utilized personal branding to overcome the industry’s high financial barriers, financing her return to the track through the creator economy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Managing Director of F1 Academy Susie Wolff joins Forbes Talks to discuss the business strategy driving F1 Academy. Wolff explains how she approaches the academy like a scalable startup, prioritizing long-term financial sustainability over temporary hype. She also talks about how the series is capitalizing on the booming female sports economy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kim Kardashian is richer than ever. On Wednesday, her apparel company Skims announced it has raised $225 million in new funding, pushing its valuation to $5 billion—and adding $200 million to Kardashian’s fortune.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

amika is on track for $250 million in revenue this year, and the company is poised to expand its marketshare through a new distribution deal with Ulta.CEO Chelsea Riggs sat down with ForbesWomen editor Maggie McGrath to talk about her strategies for expansion and why certain choices in the company's earliest days angered haircare insiders.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Forbes Staff Writer Suzanne Rowan Kelleher joins Forbes Talks to discuss the fallout from the government shutdown on essential infrastructure and the workforce. She explains the immediate impact on business continuity as unpaid air traffic controllers and TSA agents lead to flight delays and airport chaos. They also cover the financial strain that pushes essential personnel to seek side hustles for survival. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Diana Flores, who picked up flag football as an 8-year-old, went from playing in the NFL's grassroots program in Mexico to participating in the league's flag championships and, in 2022, leading her country to a 39-6 blowout of the U.S. to win gold at the World Games. She now serves as a global ambassador for the NFL and is the first Under Armour athlete in her sport.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.