Beyond The Valley

Charles Hoskinson, founder of Input Output and the Cardano blockchain, speaks to CNBC’s Arjun Kharpal about out his views on the future of crypto, including why he thinks bitcoin could rally to $250,000. Hoskinson, who is also an Ethereum co-founder, gives his thoughts on why he thinks large technology companies like Apple and Microsoft will begin to use stablecoins. Plus, he discusses where Cardano is heading from a technology perspective. This episode was recorded from Paris Blockchain Week, as part of a Beyond The Valley crypto mini-series.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Autonomous driving is quickly evolving, with Pony.ai at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode of Beyond the Valley, recorded live on stage at the CONVERGE LIVE event in Singapore, James Peng, Pony.ai's co-founder and CEO, speaks to CNBC's Arjun Kharpal about the rapid advancements in driverless technology. They also touched on how the company is navigating global challenges and what the future holds for autonomous vehicles in China and beyond.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As AI transforms the global tech landscape, Singapore is making bold strides to position itself as a leader in AI innovation and regulation. In this episode of Beyond the Valley, Singapore’s minister for digital development and information, Josephine Teo, joins CNBC’s Arjun Kharpal to discuss the nation’s strategy to harness AI, tackle risks like bias and cybersecurity and foster a thriving AI ecosystem. They also explore the country's efforts to compete with global tech powers. This episode was recorded live on stage at CNBC’s CONVERGE LIVE event in Singapore.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his support for the crypto industry, a move which has had wide-ranging implications globally. Richard Teng, CEO of Binance and Chao Deng, CEO of Hashkey Capital, join CNBC's Arjun Kharpal to talk about what the change in U.S. policy will mean for markets and the industry globally. This is a special episode recorded at CNBC's Converge Live event in Singapore.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rebellions is an AI chip startup that recently became a unicorn, or company valued over $1 billion. It is positioning itself as a potential rival to Nvidia. Rebellions CEO Sunghyun Park speaks with CNBC's Arjun Kharpal about the future of AI chips, big breakthroughs in artificial intelligence models and how South Korea is building a supply chain for AI.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cristiano Amon, CEO of Qualcomm, and Jim Rowan, CEO of Volvo Cars, delve into the future of AI and driverless technology in the automotive industry. They discuss how AI can enhance driver safety and adjust insurance premiums, signaling a major disruption. The conversation highlights the transition towards software-defined vehicles and emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships. Amon and Rowan also explore the challenges and opportunities in electric vehicle adoption, as well as the evolving role of connectivity in reshaping the driving experience.

Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle and issuer of USDC, dives deep into the transformative power of digital currency. He highlights how stablecoins could revolutionize global finance by enabling faster, cheaper transactions. Allaire discusses the rise of tokenized assets and the potential disruption of traditional banking. He also examines blockchain's role in creating decentralized financial systems and the future convergence of AI and blockchain, forecasting a new economic landscape driven by innovation.

Max Tegmark, President of the Future of Life Institute and MIT professor, teams up with Yoshua Bengio, a Turing Award-winning AI pioneer from Université de Montreal, to discuss growing fears about uncontrollable AI. They highlight the risks of AI prioritizing its own survival over humanity and the urgent need for regulatory frameworks. Emphasizing the importance of public readiness, they share insights on the implications of advanced AI, the need for caution in development, and the potential of AI to surpass human intelligence.

A new player in AI, DeepSeek, has taken many by surprise with its powerful large language model that competes with American giants at a fraction of the cost. The podcast dives into the implications of this shift, exploring how it blindsided investors and affected the stock market. Discussion includes the rise of DeepSeek's innovative V3 model, the role of open-source technology, and how this development may challenge U.S. dominance in AI. Plus, an investigation into the censorship faced by DeepSeek users adds another layer to the conversation.

Binance, a cryptocurrency exchange that’s rapidly built itself into one of the industry’s most influential players, is making big predictions about the future of crypto. CEO Richard Teng, who took the helm from Changpeng Zhao in 2023, sat down with CNBC’s Arjun Kharpal on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss his outlook for 2025. Teng says that with clearer regulatory frameworks under the newly inaugurated U.S. President Donald Trump, the crypto market could hit a new all-time high this year. In this episode, we dive into how Binance is navigating the evolving landscape and what the future holds for Bitcoin and the wider industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.