DealBook Summit

In a thought-provoking discussion, Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies, passionately defends his company's collaboration with ICE, emphasizing his focus on immigration and national deterrence. He challenges perceptions of Palantir as a surveillance entity, asserting their tools promote constitutional actions. Karp also critiques modern political identities and reflects on his upbringing, which shaped his independent thinking. He encourages honesty in leadership, suggesting it fortifies institutions and attracts talent.

Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel and a seasoned politician, discusses his defiance against legal challenges, including an arrest warrant issued by the ICC. He emphasizes his commitment to peace efforts in Gaza and the removal of Hamas, while also addressing his ongoing corruption trial and reasons for seeking a pardon. Netanyahu rejects the establishment of a Palestinian state, suggesting a security-first approach instead. He outlines his ambitions in technology and peace, asserting his belief in Israel's right to exist despite international criticism.

In this insightful conversation, Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk and future leader of Turning Point USA, shares her profound journey of forgiveness towards her husband's killer, inspired by her faith. She contrasts spiritual forgiveness with conventional justice and highlights the importance of dialogue and respect in debates, recalling Charlie’s peacemaking efforts on campuses. Erika also discusses her vision for Turning Point, addressing gun violence and mental health, as well as her commitment to uplift urban women while navigating a changing political landscape.

Gavin Newsom, Governor of California and a potential 2028 presidential candidate, reflects on the future of the Democratic Party while critiquing Trump’s behavior. He discusses using social media to reveal the abnormality of Trump’s rhetoric and flags the risks of Trump manipulating future elections. With insights on wealth inequality, Newsom outlines alternatives to a wealth tax. He emphasizes the need for a unified Democratic vision while warning against crony capitalism and corporate complicity in politics.

Scott Bessent, the 78th U.S. Treasury Secretary and former global macro investor, shares his evolving views on tariffs, attributing much of his change to President Trump's negotiating tactics. He delves into the impact of tariffs on inflation, critiques political responses, and discusses potential Supreme Court risks. Bessent also addresses the Federal Reserve's role, emphasizing regional bank independence, and he outlines strategies for U.S.-China trade commitments, highlighting the urgency of reshoring industries while navigating media narratives and investor behaviors.

Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, and Larry Fink, Chairman of BlackRock, share their perspectives on the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency. Fink reveals his journey from Bitcoin skeptic to advocate, driven by client interactions. They discuss tokenization's potential to democratize finance and the competing global landscape, warning that the U.S. must catch up. Armstrong argues Bitcoin is a hedge against uncertainty, while both stress the importance of clear regulations to foster innovation. Their dynamic hints at a collaborative future between traditional finance and crypto.

Join Andrew Ross Sorkin as he dives into the fascinating interplay between technology and society, emphasizing their need to co-evolve. Discover insights from industry leaders like Dario Amodei of Anthropic and the philanthropic YouTuber MrBeast. Hear from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Turning Point USA's Erika Kirk, among others, as they share their perspectives on the future of innovation and responsibility. This engaging dialogue is sure to spark curiosity and reflect on the challenges of our time.

Anita Dunn, a former senior advisor to President Biden, and Jason Miller, a senior advisor to Donald Trump, dive into the contentious landscape of the 2024 elections. Kevin McCarthy discusses the Republican Party's strategy while Van Jones analyzes the Democrats' performance. Kellyanne Conway shares insights on Trump's campaign tactics, and Alexis McGill Johnson reflects on reproductive rights implications. The conversation highlights the disconnect between political elites and voters, media dynamics, and the evolving roles shaping the future of U.S. politics.

In this captivating discussion, Peter Lee, President of Microsoft Research, shares insights on AI's transformative potential across various fields. Ajeya Cotra sheds light on advanced AI risks, while Sarah Guo emphasizes its democratizing capabilities. Eugenia Kuyda dives into ethical considerations surrounding AI companions, and Jack Clark speaks on AI safety in coding. Dan Hendrycks discusses geopolitical concerns, and Marc Raibert warns against overregulation of AI in robotics. Tim Wu brings forward the need for effective AI policy as the panel navigates the promise and peril of this technology.

A panel of athletes discuss their career journeys, from sports to building their brands. The discussion is moderated by Jess Sims, host at The Athletic.Participants:Jordan Chiles, gold-medal-winning Olympic gymnastNapheesa Collier, forward for the Minnesota Lynx and co-founder of UnrivaledBomani Jones, host of “The Right Time with Bomani Jones”Renee Montgomery, co-owner and vice president of the Atlanta Dream and two-time W.N.B.A. championJesse Palmer, television host and entrepreneurHope Solo, World Cup and Olympic champion and activistJustin Tuck, retired N.F.L. player and managing director in private wealth management at Goldman SachsThe conversation was recorded at the annual DealBook Summit and recorded live in front of an audience at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Read more about highlights from the day at https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/12/04/business/dealbook-summit-news Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.