The speaker admires the people and leaders of Arabic countries, particularly mentioning the UAE. The speaker appreciates the sophistication and wealth in these countries, highlighting how they are part of the inner circles of Silicon Valley. The speaker views collaboration with these countries as beneficial due to potential alignment in views on human rights, democracy, and humanity.
First Jason covers the $19M Bored Ape Yacht Club bid on Sotheby's & the Loot NFT collection launched by a Vine co-founder (1:42), and briefly covers Tether being banned from Canadian exchanges (11:07). Then serial founder and investor Joe Lonsdale joins (19:53) to discuss his companies (Palantir, Addepar, OpenGov), his new podcast "American Optimist," what regulations need to be fixed in the US, China's bold moves & more.