
FYI - For Your Innovation
The FYI - For Your Innovation Podcast offers an intellectual discussion on recent developments across disruptive innovation—driven by research, news, controversies, companies, and technological breakthroughs. Hosted by ARK Invest, ARK and guests provide a unique perspective on how to best understand disruptive innovation.
Latest episodes

May 23, 2024 • 29min
Will Microsoft's Next Gen AI PCs Destroy the Mac? | The Brainstorm EP 48
Sam Korus, Nick Grous, and Frank Downing discuss Microsoft's potential to outshine Apple with AI chips, system level AI innovations, and AI assistance integration in daily products. They explore Google's Project Astra, Microsoft's AI-powered PCs, and the impact of AI advancements on industries like gaming and consumer platforms.

May 16, 2024 • 51min
Redefining Retail: Matthew Warneford on Pioneering Virtual Fashion with Dubit
Matthew Warneford, pioneer of virtual fashion in gaming, discusses Dubit's evolution, brand engagement on Roblox, immersive retail experiences, user-generated 3D content, challenges in brand differentiation, and the emergence of virtual commerce.

May 15, 2024 • 38min
Is Apple Partnering With OpenAI? | The Brainstorm EP 47
Discussing AI breakthroughs, OpenAI's new model, and potential partnerships with Apple. Exploring AI acceleration's impact on investment strategies and technology development. Delving into OpenAI's free trial strategy, monetization potential, and agentic AI capabilities. Examining the hype cycle of AI partnerships, humanoid robot company creation, and venture funding

May 9, 2024 • 1h 15min
The Bitcoin Halving
Experts discuss the symbolism of Bitcoin halving and its impact, Bitcoin's predictability due to physics and math, decentralization of mining pools, institutional involvement in mining, Bitcoin as an insurance policy, and the role of creativity in Bitcoin's growth.

May 8, 2024 • 26min
AI Gene Editing and the Robo Revolution | The Brainstorm EP 46
Rong Guo, ARK Multiomics Research Associate, discusses AI revolutionizing CRISPR gene editing and Tesla's Optimus robots. The podcast explores the efficiency of CRISPR GPT technology, AI in protein experiments, and the role of humanoid robots in manufacturing. They also discuss robot design, training, cost variability, and the future of humanoid robots in consumer AI products.

May 2, 2024 • 52min
Transformative AI in Medical Physics with Dr. Issam El Naqa
Dr. Issam El Naqa, an expert in AI in medical physics, discusses the integration of AI in healthcare, personalized patient care in oncology, and the future applications of AI in transforming patient treatment processes.

May 1, 2024 • 24min
Tasha Talks Tesla | The Brainstorm EP 45
Tasha Keeney from ARK discusses Tesla's latest earnings call, including autonomous technology and the future of robotaxis. The podcast delves into challenges with full autonomy, Waymo's market position, and scalability of robo taxis. Insightful discussions on Tesla's progress and the competitive landscape in the autonomous vehicle industry.

Apr 24, 2024 • 24min
Meta's Open Source AI Bet | The Brainstorm EP 44
Guest Jozef Soja from ARK Research discusses Meta's Llama 3 open source AI model. They debate the current state of AI models and whether they should be open source. The podcast also explores the future of AI technology, including the upcoming release of GPT-5 by OpenAI and its impact on the industry.

Apr 18, 2024 • 59min
Joe Ferencz: Mastering Metaverse Media with Gamefam
Joe Ferencz, CEO of GameFam, discusses his gaming background and GameFam's rise as a metaverse media leader. They touch on brand partnerships in Roblox, live operations, future UGC trends, and the potential of generative AI in gaming narratives. Insights into monetization strategies and GameFam's innovative approaches in shaping new entertainment paradigms are highlighted.

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Apr 16, 2024 • 26min
Is There Anything AI Can’t Do? | The Brainstorm EP 43
Guests Sam Korus and Nick Grous delve into the world of AI in music creation and wearables. They discuss generative AI music, Humane AI Pin, UDO AI platform for music creation, advertising integration, AI impact on music, AI wearable devices, and smartphone integration strategies.