Are We Too Obsessed With AI Predictions? — With Carissa Véliz
<p>Carissa Véliz is an Oxford philosopher and the author of Prophecy: Prediction, Power, and the Fight for the Future, from Ancient Oracles to AI. Véliz joins Big Technology Podcast to discuss whether society has become dangerously naive about prediction as AI systems shape decisions around jobs, loans, justice, surveillance, and war. Tune in to hear a debate about predictive algorithms, generative AI, prediction markets, and whether forecasts are actually tools of knowledge or instruments of power. We also cover privacy, policing, protest anonymity, flood prediction, and why humor might be one of the best defenses against a pr...
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EP 155 - Traded Firewood for Pigs to Start His Pastured Pig Journey
<p>In this episode, I talk with Wyatt Reader. Wyatt has a 14 acre farm in West Central Manitoba, Canada. This his first year raising pigs and he has faced some challenges with his first round of farrowing and finishing. Wyatt shares with me his goals for expanding his pastured operation and other elements of his farm.</p> <p>SPONSOR: For more information about the pending conference at the Rodale Institute, visit https://treesforgraziers.com/product/beyond-grass-and-grain/</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www...
Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability
<p>Between Epstein files and ethical breaches, a reckoning seems so close yet so far.</p> <p>-----</p> <p>A flurry of stories hit the legal world all at once last week, with the government responding to another ICE killing in Minnesota by... arresting journalists and dumping Epstein files. And while the Epstein files don't represent the entire universe -- or, perhaps, even the most relevant -- files about Epstein's dealings, they have set off downstream shockwaves in the legal industry. Meanwhile, another judge learns that we frown upon judges arbitrarily handcuffing lawyers. Finally, it's time for the profession to...
Kraken just spent $550M to buy a derivatives exchange
Kraken drops $550 million on a derivatives exchange. BTC sits at $76K with a sell wall overhead. Negative funding rates hit their highest of the year. Someone's positioning for the next move — question is which direction.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Kraken's parent Payward is acquiring derivatives exchange Bitnomial for $550 million in cash and stock — the biggest exchange acquisition in years.<br />• Negative funding rates hit their highest level of 2026 as BTC tests $76K — shorts are the most crowded they've been all year.<br />• Glassnode's RHODL ratio is signaling the Bitcoin bottom may already be in — a metric that has historically c...
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Change is Uncomfortable—So Is Staying Stuck | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, discover why avoiding discomfort is an illusion—and how to use resistance, decisive identity, and steady action to break free from being stuck. Learn why waiting to feel ready keeps you in place and how choosing who you are—before the world tests you—sets you up for lasting success. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 📌Why avoiding discomfort only trades one kind of pain for another 📌The hidden cost of staying in your comfort...
EP158 - Pure Bred Berkshire in Central TX
<p>In this episode, I talk with Dyron and Kelley Brodbeck of Waymaker Farms in central Texas. They have a 142 acre ranch that includes beef and Berkshire pork. We discuss how they were able to get their sales operation up and running quickly by working with local catering and wineries to introduce their products to a variety of customers.</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig</p> <p>Please consider supporting us on Patreon:</p> <p>https://www.patreon...
Rankings Drama Hits Law Schools, Law Firms
<p>And a crazy billing story.</p> <p>-----</p> <p>It's that time of year where publications look deep into the souls of complex, nuanced legal institutions and assign them a fixed ranking. U.S. News and World Report issued its latest law school rankings and for the first time ever, Yale has lost its death grip on first place. The rest of the T14 -- which isn't really a thing at this point, since its whole argument for being was that the same 14 schools never fell out of the top 14 -- is also topsy-turvy, with the HYS-CCN model s...
Law Firms Are Drowning In Cash. Trump's PAC Is Drowning In Legal Bills.
<p>And is Alito really going to retire?</p> <p>-----</p> <p>The 2026 Super Rich list has 37 firms clearing $1.45M RPL and $625K PPL thresholds after Am Law had to raise because last year's bar was too easy. Then Kirkland proved what super rich really means by dropping a guaranteed $80M over three years to snatch a star lawyer from Wachtell. The PAC Trump uses to pay lawyers is nearly $500K in the red and owes roughly $1.6M to 12 firms. When will lawyers learn that he's never going to pay his bills... at least with money. Will Sam Alito retir...
Hormuz reopens, Indians feel franchise films fatigue & a new LPG pipeline project | MC Editor's Picks
Investor sentiment improved as the Strait of Hormuz reopened for commercial shipping amid a fragile Israel–Lebanon ceasefire, easing concerns around oil supply disruptions. On the dealmaking front, KKR has revived plans to sell a controlling stake in Re Sustainability, while Brookfield India REIT has upsized its QIP to Rs 2,600 crore due to strong investor demand. Liberalised FDI norms are attracting global insurers again, the government is focusing on long-term resilience through a massive LPG pipeline project and franchise films are no longer drawing as many viewers to the theatre. All this and more in today’s edition of Moneycontrol Edit...
The One Habit That Will Change Your Life Overnight | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>Success is not about luck or one big breakthrough—it’s about the habits you build and the actions you take every single day. In this Jim Rohn Motivation video, discover the one habit that separates winners from everyone else. Learn how taking full control of your time and energy will unlock discipline, momentum, and results faster than you ever imagined.</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: ✔ The power of small, consistent actions in shaping your future ✔ How distract...
10 Rules to Transform Your Life in 2025 | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, discover the powerful 10 rules to transform your life. From taking full responsibility to mastering consistency, these principles are the building blocks for personal growth, success, and fulfillment. Are you ready to embrace change and create the life you've always dreamed of?</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational Video:</p> <p>Taking full responsibility for your life</p> <p>The power of setting clear goals and writing them down</p> <p>Cultivating discipline as...
Scammers charging Bitcoin tolls in the Strait of Hormuz
Scammers posed as Iranian officials. They demanded Bitcoin to let ships pass Hormuz. At least one vessel paid. Strategy just bought 34,000 BTC more. The market barely flinched.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Fraudsters impersonating Iranian Revolutionary Guard officials demanded Bitcoin and USDT from cargo ships near the Strait of Hormuz — and at least one vessel appears to have paid.<br />• Arbitrum's Security Council froze $71.5 million in ETH tied to the $292 million Kelp DAO exploit — but the attacker had already moved $175 million across chains before the freeze landed.<br />• Strategy bought 34,000 BTC in its latest purchase while Bitmine crossed 4% of total ETH...
How Therese Waechter Turned One Sticker Design Into a $250K-Per-Year Business
<p>Therese Waechter joins the Niche Pursuits podcast to share how she accidentally built a $250K-per-year sticker business, starting with a single design and Facebook Marketplace sales during the pandemic. She dives into how she took production in-house, scaled across Amazon, Etsy, and Faire, and now earns 90% of her revenue from those platforms.</p> <p>Therese also breaks down her promotional-heavy strategies, talks about using AI for graphic design and product listings, and explains how she's automating her business to become fully remote. If you're in e-commerce or looking to scale a handmade or print-on-demand product, this episode is packed...
1175: Inside the C-Suite: Where Judgment Outranks Data | Amy Wang, CFO, Procurify
<p>Late one night in Calgary, Amy Wang was running final checks on a billion-dollar transaction when something didn’t sit right. “My immediate instinct…was to dismiss it,” she tells us. After all, multiple teams and advisors had already vetted the deal. But she couldn’t let it go. Instead, she challenged the work—carefully, respectfully—and was right. The correction prevented more than a million dollars from being misallocated.</p><p>That moment became a defining inflection point. It reshaped how Wang viewed leadership—not as deference to expertise, but as the willingness to trust one’s own judgment. Titles a...
Pizza Bakery owner cooks up a Rs 1,350 crore deal; Fintechs brace for DPDP, RBI double whammy; and India, APAC drive Netflix’s Q1 surge | MC Tech3
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Popo Ventures’ potential Rs 1,350 crore stake sale amid rising investor interest in premium F&B. Fintechs brace for dual compliance as RBI and DPDP rules converge. Netflix sees strong growth in Asia-Pacific, driven by live content and evolving strategies. And quick medicine delivery startup Plazza is in talks to raise $15 million, signalling rising competition in the hyperlocal healthcare space.
Crypto funds just absorbed $1.4B in a week
Crypto funds pulled in $1.4 billion last week. BTC is flat at $75K. ETH can't hold $2,500. Money is entering. Prices aren't moving. Something has to give.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Crypto funds absorbed $1.4 billion last week as Bitcoin cleared its two-month trading range.<br />• Aave V3 TVL dropped significantly after the Kelp DAO rsETH bridge exploit, exposing structural risk from liquid restaking tokens as collateral.<br />• Polymarket is reportedly in talks to raise $400 million at a $15 billion valuation.<br /><br /><br />📰 Read the full Daily Pulse: https://pulse.tokenmetrics.com/p/crypto-funds-just-absorbed-1-4b-in-a-week-apr-20-2026-ggzn?utm_source=spreaker&utm_mediu...
How to Stop Being So Hard On Yourself | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>#JimRohnMotivation #JimRohn #JimRohnSpeech</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br><p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation video, Jim Rohn explains how the toughest bully we’ll ever face isn’t out in the world—it’s inside our own minds. He reveals how fear, doubt, and hesitation hold us back, and how we can retrain our thoughts to become our greatest ally instead of our worst enemy. 🌟</p><p>Key Topics From This Motivational Video: 📌The “bully in your brain” that whispers fear and doubt 📌How the mind tricks you w...
Epstein Fallout Rocks Legal As Admin Tries To Deflect From ICE
<p>This is likely only the beginning of the reckoning.</p> <p>-----</p> <p>As predicted on last week's episode, Brad Karp left the top post at Paul Weiss following the disclosure of friendly correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein. But Karp wasn't the only Biglaw lawyer in the files, nor were his conversations the most troubling. A former Clifford Chance trainee drafted a sex contract with Epstein, Goldman Sachs GC Kathy Ruemmler made a joke with Epstein that normally you wouldn't make with someone who already pleaded guilty to child prostitution charges, and Alan Dershowitz managed to drag Paul Weiss into th...
Amazon Freight Boosts Dry Van Fleet to 80,000 Trailers
As of March 2026, Amazon Freight has significantly expanded its logistical footprint by growing its North American dry van fleet to 80,000 trailers. This strategic increase in physical capacity allows the company to offer enhanced flexibility and reliability to third-party shippers, transitioning Amazon from an internal delivery service into a dominant full-spectrum freight partner. By integrating advanced IoT sensors and AI-driven data, these "smart" trailers optimize maintenance and security while reducing downtime through efficient drop-and-hook operations. This milestone reflects a broader trend of vertical integration, where Amazon leverages its massive infrastructure to stabilize supply chains against market volatility and driver shortages. Ultimately...
EP 156 - Using an Old Hog Confinement Area to Build His Pasture Operation
<p>In this episode, I talk with Jason Storey of Storey Family Farms. Jason and his family were able to buy a 25 acre farm in South Central Iowa that they had been renting a portion of for over 3 years. This old farm had the remnants of a confinement operation including a 1/4 acre concrete pad. Jason uses that pad as the hub on his wagon wheel pasture setup for his breed stock.</p> <p>You can find them on here on facebook.</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured...
The Honest Truth About Motivation | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, Jim Rohn shares the foundational truths that create lasting success. From mindset and daily habits to focus, discipline, and personal responsibility, this message will challenge and elevate your standards. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 📌The difference between desire and drive 📌How to build unstoppable commitment through discipline 📌Why consistency outperforms motivation 📌The habits that shape identity and fuel long-term success 📌How to protect your energy, focus, and momentum</p> <p>💡This Jim Rohn motivational...
1176: From Signatures to Systems of Value | Blake Grayson, CFO, Docusign
<p>Within his first 90 days at DocuSign, Blake Grayson recognized the company needed to make difficult efficiency decisions following a post-COVID slowdown. Acting quickly, he partnered with leadership to address the issue, noting that “making the hard decision faster is way better than waiting,” Grayson tells us. That moment set the tone for how he approaches finance leadership—decisive, data-driven, and focused on forward momentum.</p><p>That same mindset now shapes how he views DocuSign’s evolution. Long known as the “default eSignature business,” Grayson tells us, the company serves over 1.8 million customers worldwide. Yet he emphasizes that the real opportu...
Supreme Court Airs Dirty Laundry
<p>Things get testy down at the courthouse.</p> <p>-----</p> <p>The Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's effort to use IEEPA to impose arbitrary tariffs across the world and in the process delivered around 170 pages of epic shade. Meanwhile, the administration informed prospective military lawyers that they're no longer allowed to attend the top law schools in the country, presumably because the Pentagon is getting tired of lawyers who can actually identify a war crime when they see one. Finally, the public got another look at how lawyers do their job and predictably overreacted. Les Wexner's attorney go...
How Truck Driving Became One of the Worst Jobs in the US
The source, an excerpt titled "The Decline of American Trucking," examines how the profession transitioned from a stable, middle-class career to one of the most difficult and least appreciated jobs in the United States. It explains that in the post-WWII era, truck driving was highly desirable, often unionized, and protected by strong government regulation that ensured good wages and benefits. The critical turning point was the 1980 Motor Carrier Act, which introduced deregulation, leading to fierce competition, wage stagnation, and a dramatic decline in union power. Furthermore, the episode details how current challenges—including predatory corporate practices, misclassification of drivers as in...
65% of institutions now call crypto essential
65% of institutional investors call crypto a vital diversifier. BTC sits at $75K and sliding. Memes up 33% in a week. Conviction is rising while prices drift lower.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• A Nomura study finds 65% of institutional investors now view crypto as a vital portfolio diversifier — the highest reading the firm has recorded.<br />• Kelp DAO's rsETH bridge was exploited for $292 million — 2026's largest crypto hack — with wrapped ETH stranded across 20 chains in a LayerZero-based attack.<br />• Alcoa is selling its dormant Massena, New York smelter to NYDIG for Bitcoin mining and AI data center operations — a former industrial site convertin...
Flipkart eyes Big Billion Pre-IPO round; What the Amazon–Globalstar deal means for India’s satcom play; and Protests outside TCS Nashik office, employees asked to work from home | MC Tech3
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Wipro reports mixed Q4 results with strong deal wins but cautious outlook. Flipkart explores a $2–2.5 billion pre-IPO round to set valuation benchmarks. Amazon’s $11 billion Globalstar deal signals a shift toward full-stack satcom control. Early summer drives a sharp spike in quick commerce demand. And TCS asks Nashik employees to work from home as the probe into workplace misconduct continues.
Why OpenAI Killed Sora, Did Apple Just Save Siri?, Meta’s Big Loss
<p>Ranjan Roy from Margins is back for our weekly discussion of the latest tech news. We cover: 1) Why AI-video didn't take off 2) Who wins now that OpenAI is shutting down Sora 3) The real reason OpenAI shut down Sora 4) What happens now that OpenAI and Anthropic are competing for similar AI assistant customers 5) Anthropic's new 'Capybara' model class is coming 6) OpenAI has a big new model called Spud in the works 7) Apple's Siri fix isn't much of a fix at all 8) Meta and Youtube lose a precedent-setting court case 9) Should Big Tech be liable for teen mental health? 10) Tech stocks...
Win Against All Odds | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>#JimRohnMotivation #JimRohn #JimRohnSpeech <br><br></p><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br>In this Jim Rohn Motivation video, discover how embracing challenges can be the catalyst for personal growth and success. Jim Rohn emphasizes that life's obstacles are not barriers but opportunities to develop resilience, wisdom, and strength.<p>Key Topics From This Motivational Video: - 🌟 Transforming adversity into opportunity - 🧠 Developing a resilient and growth-oriented mindset - 🛠️ The role of challenges in personal development - 🔄 Shifting perspectives to embrace life's tests - 🚀 Strategies for overcoming setbacks and achieving success...
1180: Where Finance Meets the Real World | Scott Thorell, CFO Benetrends
<p>Before his career became closely tied to middle-market businesses, Scott Thorell built his foundation in larger arenas. He began at Ernst & Young in New York, auditing financial services firms, then moved to Campbell Soup Company, where financial and operational audit assignments took him to Australia, Hong Kong, Europe, and locations across the United States, Thorell tells us. Those chapters gave him technical range and global perspective.</p><p>But the defining stretch of his career emerged after he returned home. In entrepreneurial and founder-led businesses around Philadelphia, titles mattered less than adaptability. At 28, he was unexpectedly asked to lead...
DeFi's biggest 2026 hack just hit $292M
Kelp DAO just lost $292 million in a bridge exploit. rsETH stranded across 20 chains. BTC slides to $76K. DeFi's security problem isn't getting smaller.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• The Kelp DAO exploit exposed a layered attack surface: restaked ETH on EigenLayer, a LayerZero-based bridge, and 20 destination chains — all failing together in a single coordinated hit that the restaking narrative wasn't prepared to absorb.<br />• Bitcoin broke through seven months of resistance this week before sliding back toward $76K — and the narrative battle between bulls and bears is now fully open.<br />• Solana futures open interest rose 20% this week as SOL briefl...
1178: From Numbers to Narrative: Seeing the Business End-to-End | David Larson, CFO, Feedzai
<p>David Larson still recalls the moment he challenged conventional thinking inside Thomson Reuters. A shared services team in Hyderabad, long viewed as transactional, held untapped potential. Rather than accept the status quo, Larson pushed to integrate the team into the broader finance function—despite resistance tied to time zones and skepticism. The effort required planning, persuasion, and patience, but ultimately reshaped how the organization operated.</p><p>That moment reflects a career defined less by linear progression and more by deliberate expansion. Larson began in tax at Ernst & Young before pivoting into M&A, where he “didn’t know anythi...
How Amy Aitman Built a 3-Channel Visibility Strategy Post-HCU Reset
<p>In this episode of the Niche Pursuits podcast, Jared interviews Amy Aitman about what happened after Google's Helpful Content Update crushed their traffic and forced them to pause publishing and cut hundreds of contractors. Amy explains why Reddit now dominates so many search results, what brands should avoid doing there, and the steps she recommends taking right away.<br /> <br /> She also shares her "three-legged stool" for visibility: Reddit participation, YouTube (including 50+ channels her team has built), and third-party editorial mentions. The episode closes with a clear example of what a visibility campaign can look like when you put...
Waiting for gas prices to drop? Don't hold your breath
<p>The Strait of Hormuz has remained largely closed, with only three sanctioned tankers making it through the waterway according to Reuters. When asked about a potential timeline for lower gas prices on CNN, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said prices below $3 “might not happen until next year.” Also on the program, we discuss a New York State law limiting employers’ use of credit history and Germany’s plan to build military enlistment.</p>
1179: Why Trust Can Outperform Price | Thomas Baumgartner, CFO, voestalpine Metsec
<p>As a child in Austria, Thomas Baumgartner bundled unwanted toys into mystery bags and sold them to classmates. Buyers could not see what was inside—they simply paid and took their chances. He cleared out old toys and earned spending money, he tells us. The story is lighthearted, but it reveals something enduring: an instinct to create value, move decisively, and keep looking for the next opportunity.</p><p>That same mindset has shaped a career spent inside the voestalpine group. Baumgartner began in controlling roles in Austria, where he developed an early view of finance as a forward-looking di...
BTC funding rates most negative since 2023
BTC funding rates just hit their most negative since 2023. Price sits at $74K. Short-term holders are hunting exits. Historically, this is where bottoms form — not where they break.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Bitcoin funding rates just hit their most negative reading since 2023 — and history says that's actually a bullish setup.<br />• Drift Protocol just raised $148 million from Tether and partners — days after a massive exploit — and is replacing USDC with USDT as its primary stablecoin.<br />• Bitcoin developers are proposing BIP-361 — a plan to freeze wallets that are vulnerable to quantum computing attacks.<br /><br /><br />📰 Read the full Daily Pulse: h...
Trump's Awful No Good Day At The Supreme Court
<p>And Pam Bondi earned a pink slip.</p> <p>-----</p> <p>The Supreme Court heard oral argument on Trump's effort to erase birthright citizenship from the Constitution via executive order, and it went as poorly for the administration as expected. But that didn't deter Trump from taking the unprecedented step of attending the argument personally. The president didn't last the whole time though, heading for the exit mid-proceeding as it became clear that his Solicitor General was getting boatraced by the competition. Afterward, the graduates of the Twitter School of Law ran to their computers to complain about Ju...
Apple names John Ternus as next CEO; HCLTech Q4 results disappoint and Rupay continues to soar | MC Tech3
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we track Apple’s leadership transition as John Ternus steps in as CEO. HCLTech reports a mixed Q4 with revenue and profit missing estimates amid weak demand. RuPay credit cards gain ground with UPI integration reshaping the payments landscape. And QNu Labs moves closer to real-world deployment of quantum communication networks for defence and enterprise use.
Jensen On The Ropes, Sam Altman’s Conflicts, Allbirds’ GPU Pivot
<p>Ranjan Roy from Margins is back for our weekly discussion of the latest tech news. We cover: 1) Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's pedestrian performance on the Dwarkesh Podcast 2) Jensen's argument about competing chipmakers 3) Jensen's argument about China export controls 4) What Jensen should've said 5) Why Jensen is in a tough place when he does these interviews 6) Mythos seems real btw 7) Anthropic is talking with the government about a peace deal 8) Alex's interview philosophy 9) Sam Altman's conflicts of interest 10) Are OpenAI investors considering replacing Sam as CEO? 11) Wait, Allbirds is a GPU company now??</p> <p>---</p> <p>Enjoying Big Technology...
Special Episode: Why AI Speed Without Direction Is a Strategic Risk | Laura Belmont, General Counsel, The L Suite
<p>In this special third installment of Suite Voices, featuring general counsels from The L Suite, Laura Belmont explores how organizations can adopt AI responsibly while balancing speed with strategic direction. Building on insights from earlier episodes, she emphasizes that AI success depends on aligning usage with business goals and governance frameworks—not just rapid deployment. Belmont highlights early risks such as “shadow AI” and underscores the importance of CFO–GC collaboration in evaluating financial and legal exposure. She also stresses continuous training and vendor scrutiny, while looking ahead to a future where GCs act as systems architects embedding accountability into AI...
EP162 - Building a Family Farm at Popcorn Creek Pork
<p>In this episode, I talk with Jacob Lee of Popcorn Creek Pork in Indiana. Jacob and his young family are building a new farm on 62 rolling acres in southern Indiana. His dream is to build a generational farm with his kids and the extend family just minutes away. Learn more about his farm at Popcorn Creek Farm on facebook.</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig</p> <p>Please consider supporting us on Patreon:</p> <p>https://www...
Will you have enough to comfortably retire?
<p>New research shows more than a third of workers and retirees don’t think they will have enough money for their retirement years — that’s the highest proportion since 2017. Lower savings rates, higher bills, and concerns over Social Security all constitute a perfect recipe for lower confidence. Also on this morning's program: a preview of Tesla's quarterly earnings and a look at why home prices are falling in Texas.</p>
How Christopher Gimmer Grew Snappa to $1.5M ARR and Built His Next Startup
<p>In this interview, Christopher Gimmer shares how he grew Snappa from an early SaaS idea into a business that reached $1.5 million in ARR, including the painful rebuild that happened right after launch. He breaks down the SEO and content flywheel that drove growth, the pricing lessons he learned, and why timing matters so much when building or selling a software company.<br /> <br /> Christopher also talks about launching GoodMetrics, why he sees a big opportunity in simple analytics, and how he is approaching product design differently this time around. The conversation wraps with a fascinating look at how AI...
The Pentagon's AI Plan + Behind the Anthropic Fight — With Under Secretary of War Emil Michael
<p>Emil Michael is the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering at the Pentagon. Michael joins Big Technology to discuss how AI is transforming the Department of War, from targeting systems to drone warfare to cyber defense. Tune in to hear his account of why the Pentagon designated Anthropic a supply chain risk, what actually happened in the contract negotiations, and whether the decision was wise. We also cover how the military's Maven Smart System works in practice, what the U.S. learned from drone warfare in Ukraine and Iran, and whether the Pentagon Pizza Index is credible...
E161 - Raising Pork & Chicken for Their On-Farm Preschool
<p>In this episode, I talk with Jacob Chase of Chase the Dream Farm in Vermont. Jacob and his wife have a 52 acre farm where they raise pigs and chickens to provide food for their family and their on-farm preschool. The opportunity to provide clean, healthy food is a key part of their preschool business model and proves to be a great educational opportunity for the children as well. If you would like to know more about their farm, check them out on facebook at Chase the Dream Farm.</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured...
John Roberts Suffers The Slings And Arrows Of Pure Rage Trump
<p>And the bar examiners prove once again that they don't care about anyone but themselves.</p> <p>-----</p> <p>After striking down the Trump administration's tariffs, Chief Justice Roberts has earned nothing but disrespect and abuse from the president he put in power. From a hearty handshake and Trump telling him, "Thank you, won't forget it" last year to getting bypassed in the handshake line at this year's State of the Union, it's been a long strange trip for Roberts. And yet he wouldn't have it any other way because for Roberts, ritualistic humiliation is a small price t...
What a time to be a central bank
<p>The Federal Reserve is meeting at the end of this month to figure out what to do with interest rates. They have a tough task ahead of them: weighing the job market, inflation, and a war in the Middle East that is "roiling supply chains in ways that are similar ... to what we saw emerging from the pandemic," said KPMG's Diane Swonk. Also on the show: Rising health insurance costs are dragging down wage growth.</p>
10 Things You Must Work On Every Day | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>#JimRohnMotivation #JimRohn #JimRohnSpeech <br><br></p><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br>In this Jim Rohn Motivation video, Jim discusses the power of daily improvement. He emphasizes that success is a result of small, consistent actions and disciplines practiced every day. Each day provides a fresh canvas for personal development, and by focusing on key areas, you can create remarkable change in your life.<p>Imagine Every Day as a Fresh Canvas (Article): https://lincolnandmeade.com/2024/10/20/imagine-every-day-as-a-fresh-canvas/</p><p>1:30 Cultivating a Positive Attitude 4:14 Enhancing Communication Skills 6:53 Strengthening Self-Discipline 10:19...
How Nick Loper Grew 'The Side Hustle Show' From 0 to 35M+ Downloads
<p>In this episode, Nick Loper of The Side Hustle Show shares how he grew his podcast from zero to over 35 million downloads and 100,000 monthly listeners. He breaks down his listener pyramid strategy, how to turn strangers into superfans, and the tactics that helped him build a $10K-$20K/month sponsorship business.</p> <p>Nick also dives into lead magnets, podcast SEO, paid promotion, and the email flywheel that skyrocketed his growth. You'll walk away with a full playbook for growing an audience, building an email list, and landing high-paying podcast sponsors.<br /> <br /></p> <p>Sponsor: Quiet Light<br />...
EP160 - Iberico Hogs in Eastern PA
<p>In this episode, I talk with Jake Moore of Moore Meats. Jake has developed an incredible direct to consumer farm business specializing in Wagyu beef at his farm in eastern Pennsylvania. Recently, he has ventured into pasture pork with the same intent for high quality products. Jake talks about his efforts bringing the Iberico hogs and how they have fared so far on his farm. To learn more about him, visit mooremeats.com.</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www.facebook.com...
Why markets are high despite war in the Middle East
<p>JD Vance is expected to travel to Islamabad, Pakistan, on Tuesday for potential negotiations with representatives from Iran, but peace talks are still uncertain as the end of the ceasefire approaches. Markets, though, are nearing all-time records. “Marketplace Morning Report” Host Sabri Ben-Achour spoke with Ken Wattret, vice president of global economics at S&P Global Market Intelligence, about the disconnect. Plus, we check in with two plant shop owners about how they’ve been dealing with tariffs, rent, and our broader economy in this installment of Economic Pulse.</p>
Tesla Unveils Semi-Truck with 1-Million Mile Battery That Could Reshape American Shipping
Tesla is transitioning its electric Semi-truck from a long-term development project into a volume production reality at its new Nevada facility. Engineering lead Dan Priestley recently detailed significant technical milestones, including a one-million-mile battery life and a massive weight reduction that allows for payload parity with traditional diesel rigs. These vehicles utilize 1.2-megawatt charging to rapidly recover range, aiming to drastically lower the total cost of ownership for logistics companies. By integrating hardware from the Cybertruck, Tesla has created a high-efficiency powertrain capable of handling the rigorous demands of the American shipping industry. This shift promises to curb greenhouse gas...
Bhagwati IPO plans, India's hunt for LPG sources & concerns linger post Noida labour unrest
In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks: Bhagwati Products Ltd has begun preparations for an IPO, markets rallied on easing crude prices and hopes of renewed US-Iran talks, investor confidence may take hit after Noida workers protest but Centre’s new rules under labour codes are likely to bring uniformity in wages. The Iran war’s long-term impact could disrupt global LPG supply for 3–4 years, pushing India to explore alternative sources. Meanwhile, a cooler summer in North India has raised concerns for AC makers, though demand in southern markets remains strong. More inside. Tune in!
After CDL Training - What to Expect on the Road
The source provides an extensive overview of life after Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training, detailing the necessary steps and realities of becoming a professional truck driver. It explains the crucial transition from training to professional driving, which involves company onboarding, mentorship programs, and the excitement and responsibility of the first solo run. Furthermore, the text thoroughly examines the trucking lifestyle, covering aspects such as living on the road, long hours, irregular schedules, dealing with isolation, and the financial structure of the job, including pay per mile and managing expenses. Finally, the source addresses the significant challenges on the road, su...
SEC just gave crypto wallets a free pass
The SEC just said crypto wallet software isn't a broker. Three years of developer fear, gone in one staff bulletin. BTC sits at $72K. Crypto funds just had their best week since January. Someone should've bet on this.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• The SEC just ruled that software enabling crypto wallet transactions doesn't qualify as a broker — exempting non-custodial interfaces from mandatory registration requirements.<br />• Crypto funds posted their best week of inflows since January, with both Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF products seeing surging investment.<br />• Kraken disclosed it was targeted in an extortion attempt — an attacker claimed to have cl...
Why Chabahar was spared, Apple’s big India bet & the shift from SEO to GEO | MC Editor's Picks
SEBI is close to approving NSE’s settlement in long-running co-location and dark fibre cases, the Iran conflict is pushing India to revisit alternative fuel strategies like ethanol blending, concerns around the Strait of Hormuz remain contained for now. On the policy front, the proposed India-UK Bilateral Investment Treaty faces delays over tax-related disagreements. Also find inside our detailed coverage on Apple - Tim Cook’s fifteen year legacy, how India became a core manufacturing hub under his leadership and why Apple remains a top bet for investors, particularly Indian mutual funds. All this in today’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle as a Truck Driver
The source, "Truck Driver Wellness: Health Strategies for the Road," provides a comprehensive guide focused on helping truck drivers maintain their well-being despite the challenging nature of their profession, which includes long sedentary periods and irregular schedules. It begins by outlining the unique obstacles to health faced by drivers, such as limited access to nutritious food, sleep disruptions, and high stress levels. The episode then offers actionable strategies centered on four main areas: prioritizing nutrition through meal preparation and smart choices, incorporating physical activity via quick workouts and portable gear, ensuring quality sleep by creating a restful environment, and managing...
Fearing the "black hole" of graduating without a job
<p>We're less than a month away from graduation ceremonies at college campuses across the country. But the job market college grads are entering is an uncertain one, and the unemployment rate for young people with college degrees remains elevated. This morning, we hear one college senior's take on the slowing labor market and the emergence of AI. But first, the owners of a Brooklyn plant shop chat about navigating higher costs.</p>
America’s Trucking Industry Is in Deep Trouble
The source provides a comprehensive analysis of the "perfect storm" currently battering the American trucking sector, which serves as the economic backbone for United States commerce. The industry is trapped in a severe and prolonged freight recession, marked by plummeting spot rates, excessive carrier capacity, and a resulting surge in bankruptcies and job losses. Exacerbating these financial pressures are new trade tariffs, which severely restrict critical cross-border freight volumes and inflate the cost of necessary Class 8 trucks and components. Simultaneously, the accelerating adoption of AI and automation promises efficiency gains but generates considerable fear of massive workforce displacement among the 3.58...
Bitcoin clears $78K. Short sellers just got wrecked.
Bitcoin clears $78K for the first time in weeks. $418 million in liquidations in 24 hours. ETH up 4%, SOL up 4%. The short squeeze the bears didn't see coming.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• $418 million in crypto liquidations in 24 hours as Bitcoin tests $78K resistance and short sellers get caught offside.<br />• Lazarus Group has a new attack vector: a macOS-targeting exploit called Mach-O Man, and they're using LayerZero and other bridges to launder the proceeds.<br />• Aave's TVL is sliding, with capital rotating to Spark and Lido — and USDC is becoming the default parking spot for DeFi cash sitting on the sideline...
OpenAI vs. Anthropic's Direct Faceoff + Future of Agents — With Aaron Levie
<p>Aaron Levie is the CEO of Box . Levie joins Big Technology to discuss the battle between OpenAI and Anthropic as their product roadmaps converge around coding, enterprise, and AI agents. Tune in to hear where AI agents are actually gaining traction, why coding has emerged as the breakthrough use case, and what stands in the way of broader adoption across knowledge work. We also cover trust and security concerns, the messy reality of enterprise data, and the debate over whether value will accrue to the labs or the application layer. Hit play for a sharp look at where the...
What to Know as a Dedicated Truck Driver
The source provides an extensive guide for aspiring and current dedicated truck drivers, defining the role as specialized driving involving consistent routes and specific clients, contrasting it with general over-the-road (OTR) positions. The episode covers the key responsibilities, which include safe deliveries, vehicle maintenance, and customer interaction, alongside the necessary requirements, such as obtaining a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and securing relevant experience. Furthermore, the article explores the significant benefits of the job, such as predictable schedules and stable income, while also addressing inherent challenges like repetitive routes and high customer expectations. Finally, the guide offers practical ti...
Ep163 - Sales and Marketing Strategies with Moore Meats
<p>In this episode, I dig deeper into sales and marketing with Jake Moore of Moore meats. We had Jake on the podcast recently (episode 160) and I wanted to spend a little more time discussing his efforts. To learn more about him, visit mooremeats.com.</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig</p> <p>Please consider supporting us on Patreon:</p> <p>https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig</p> <p>If you would like to know more about us here...
Trump's pick for Fed chair heads to Capitol Hill
<p>President Trump’s nominee to head the Federal Reserve, former Fed governor Kevin Warsh, will testify on Tuesday for his nomination hearing. Warsh is expected to toe the line between maintaining Fed independence and heeding calls from elected officials. Also on the program: war in the Middle East has energy companies looking for ways to diversify their oil supply. Plus, a look into how “social capital” helped to rebuild morale, and economic growth, in Minneapolis following Operation Metro Surge.</p>
OpenAI buys TBPN, SpaceX’s $2 Trillion IPO?, Iran Disables Amazon Infrastructure
<p>Liz Hoffman of Semafor joins us for our weekly discussion of the latest tech news. We cover: 1) Why OpenAI bought TBPN 2) The best possible explanation for why OpenAI did it 3) Does the deal really accomplish OpenAI's content marketing goals? 4) Will TBPN convince any non-believers that AI is good? 5) OpenAI's Fidji Simo takes medical leave from the company 6) SpaceX files to go public at a potential $2 trillion market cap 7) Will SpaceX and Tesla merge? 8) Some AWS servers are "hard down" in Bahrain and Dubai 9) More on the private credit worries 10) Big Technology is not for sale! </p> <p>---</p> <...
EP 157 - Raising Registered IPP in Central PA
<p>In this episode, I talk with Kirstin Bordner of Mouse Creek Farm in central Pennsylvania. Kirstin has been working her 44 acres for over 40 year but started raising pigs on pasture just 8 years ago. Her foray into pasture pigs now has her running a 10 sow registered IPP breeding operation. For more information about her farm, check her out on facebook here.</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig</p> <p>Please consider supporting us on Patreon:</p> <p>https...
Afroman And Elon Had Very Different Trial Experiences
<p>And the DOJ had an atrocious week.</p> <p>------</p> <p>Rapper turned First Amendment hero Afroman took his frustration over a heavy-handed police raid on his Ohio home and turned it into music. When the officers sued him for millions for hurting their feelings, a jury told them to take their $3.9 million demand and pound it like lemon pound cake. Unfortunately, what happened to Afroman happens all the time in America and there's not a lot being done to stop it. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice had a rough week, catching headlines for lowering hiring standards and running...
How Vi Wickam Uses 2 Search Channels for Smarter Business Growth
<p>Vi Wickam joins the Niche Pursuits podcast to compare Google Ads and SEO, showing where each channel fits and how business owners can decide when to invest in one or both. He shares lessons for e-commerce and local service businesses, including why Google Ads may take 2 to 3 months to refine, why a 2x ROAS can still fall short, and how poor campaign setup can waste a serious budget. </p> <p>The interview also covers Local Service Ads, high-intent keywords, and how paid search data can shape a stronger long-term SEO strategy. It's a clear conversation for anyone looking to d...
1177: Navigating an Acquisition at the Edge of Change | Tom DiDesidero, CFO, SmartRecruiters
<p>Tom DiDesidero describes a period when SmartRecruiters was actively taking customers from a much larger competitor. It wasn’t just momentum—it was proof. “We were stealing a lot of their customers,” DiDesidero tells us, describing how that traction became a defining signal of value.</p><p>At the same time, SmartRecruiters was moving quickly on a new front. “We were really the first mover in the embedded AI product,” DiDesidero tells us, emphasizing that speed and execution—not perfection—mattered most. The team brought its AI platform to market early, leaning on strong customer relationships and credibility. Beta users quickly be...
Episode 159 - Woodlot Pigs in Nova Scotia
<p>In this episode, I talk with Shane Pilgrim of Hardwood Hills. Shane and his young family are farming on 3 acres of dense woods in Nova Scotia. Shane talks aboot the challenges they have faced with clearing land, fencing the pig paddocks, and struggling with a drought in their first season. If you want to know more about their farm, check them out on instagram.</p> <p>https://www.instagram.com/hardwoodhills/</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig<...
1174: When Finance Must Reset the Narrative | Aidan Viggiano, CFO Twilio
<p>In 2023, stepping into the CFO role at Twilio, Aidan Viggiano faced a defining reality: “the first hard call was a layoff,” she tells us. The company had surged during the pandemic as digital communications accelerated, but by mid-2022, growth slowed while profitability lagged. “We can’t be slowing in growth and not be profitable and not generating cash,” she explains, describing the moment that forced a fundamental shift in strategy.</p><p>Over the next six months, Twilio reduced its workforce by about 40%, she tells us—a decision that tested not just financial discipline but leadership resolve. For Viggiano, the experience underscored a core principle: communication is as critical as the decision itself. “The impor...
America’s long-haul truckers were already struggling. Then came $5 diesel
The American trucking industry is currently facing a severe financial crisis triggered by a massive spike in diesel prices following a conflict in the Middle East. While large shipping corporations utilize fuel surcharges and bulk purchasing to remain stable, independent owner-operators are being pushed toward bankruptcy as fuel expenses now consume their entire profit margin. This surge in transportation costs is expected to trigger broader economic inflation, ultimately increasing the price of consumer goods like groceries and electronics. The sector was already weakened by a post-pandemic recession, and many small carriers are now being forced to park their rigs permanently. Conseque...
Iowa 80 - The Disney World for Truckers
The source provides an extensive overview of the Iowa 80 Truck Stop, located on Interstate 80 in Walcott, Iowa, which is widely known as the "Disney World for Truckers." Starting as a humble fuel station in 1964, the location transformed under the management of Bill Moon into the world's largest truck stop, covering 220 acres with a 100,000-square-foot main building. The complex offers an unparalleled range of amenities designed specifically for truck drivers, including 24/7 dining options, a 60-seat movie theater, a fitness center, a dentist’s office, and a barber shop. Additionally, the Iowa 80 features a significant Trucking Museum and hosts the annual Walcott Tr...
How Data Coach Claire Turned 15 Hours/Week into $100K with Amazon Influencer
<p>In this episode, Data Coach Claire breaks down why Amazon Influencer is not dead, but why the old easy-money strategies are no longer enough. She shares how she is on track for around $100K while working about 15 hours a week, plus what her data reveals about watch time, carousel placement, and product depreciation.<br /> <br /> You'll hear why average view duration may matter far more than conversion rate, and why 30- to 60-second videos may now be too short. Data Coach Claire also explains why Creator Connections, smarter product research, and strategic product purchases are becoming essential for serious...
Ep164 - Veterinarian Discussion Concerning Pastured Pigs with Dr. Jim Kober
<p>Well, I finally got it! A great conversation with a veterinarian who has decades of experiencing caring for pigs both in commercial confinement operations and pigs on pasture. Dr. Jim Kober talked with me about the health concerns with pigs and we took on some hotly debated topics as well!</p> <p>Join us for our 3rd annual Homesteading Conference - homesteading-ish.com</p> <p>Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig.</p> <p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig</p> <p>Please consider supporting us on Patreon:<...
How François Mommens Turned a Failed Startup Into 3 Profitable SaaS Tools
<p>In this episode, Jared Bauman sits down with François Mommens to discover how he built three SEO SaaS companies, including Linkody, IndexChecker, and LinkStorm. François shares the full founder journey, from an early failed business to growing Linkody over 13 years, reaching a few hundred paid customers, and relying entirely on organic traffic rather than paid ads.<br /> <br /> They also get into pricing experiments, competition from major SEO brands, product expansion, AI, work-life balance, and the "fake truths" many founders believe about success. If you want an honest look at building SaaS in the SEO world, this co...
Soaring jet fuel costs could leave European planes grounded
<p>The head of the International Energy Agency warned on Thursday that Europe could run out of jet fuel in few as six weeks. The continent is the biggest consumer of jet fuel shipped through the Strait of Hormuz, and ongoing closures in the strait could lead to swaths of flight cancellations. Also on the program: we discuss shifting expectations for American universities, our aging first-time homebuyer population, and changes at Netflix.</p>
BTC stalled at $75K. The IMF just explained why.
BTC hit $75K yesterday. Today it's back at $74K. The IMF just cut global growth forecasts. Memes are up 12% this week. The market is sending three different signals at once.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• BTC touched $75K for the first time since February — then immediately pulled back. $411 million in ETF inflows followed. Analysts are calling for caution.<br />• The IMF just issued a global debt warning that directly reprices the macro backdrop for Bitcoin — and not in the way bulls want.<br />• World Liberty Financial — the Trump-backed DeFi project — is proposing to unlock $6.2 billion in tokens. Yes, billion.<br /><br /><br...
More OpenAI Executive Drama, Is Siri Seriously Broken?, Meta’s Elusive Next Hit
<p>M.G. Siegler of Spyglass is back for our monthly tech news discussion. Siegler joins us to discuss latest turmoil inside OpenAI, what the reported tension between CEO Sam Altman and CFO Sarah Friar says about the company’s spending and IPO plans, and whether Anthropic or OpenAI is better positioned to win the agentic AI battle. We also cover Apple’s latest Siri plans, whether Apple should try to buy Anthropic, and why Meta still hasn’t found its next big hit beyond advertising.</p> <p><br></p> <p>---</p> <p>Enjoying Big Technology Podcast? Please rate us fiv...
AI Hallucinations And Judicial Derangements
<p>And Legalweek talk.</p> <p>------</p> <p>It was Legalweek last week, and we discuss the big happenings from the show -- which is pretty much all AI talk -- but while we saw splashy product announcements about the future of working as a lawyer within an AI-enhanced workflow, an assistant U.S. Attorney got bounced from the job for letting AI run too much of the workflow. But the most imaginative large language models wouldn't have predicted opening a federal judicial opinion with the phrase "swinging dicks." That takes a special level of deranged that's pure Judge Lawre...
Flipkart’s IPO prep, Q-commerce summer order surge & India’s new political map | MC Editor's Picks
Flipkart is gearing up for a major pre-IPO funding round, engaging global investors to establish a strong valuation benchmark ahead of its public listing plans. At the same time, a Blackstone-led consortium is exploring innovative funding routes by tapping wealthy Indian investors to support its high-profile acquisition of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru franchise. Consumer demand trends are also shifting with an early and intense summer boosting sales of seasonal goods, though uneven temperature patterns are leading to fluctuating demand. Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, rising worker productivity has not translated into better wages, as increasing labour supply and cost-of-living pressures continue...
Tim Cook Steps Down — With Joanna Stern
<p>Joanna Stern is the ex-WSJ senior personal technology columnist and author of I Am Not a Robot. News of Tim Cook stepping down as CEO of Apple broke as Stern and I were recording a forthcoming episode of Big Technology Podcast. In this episode, we discuss Cook's exit, his successor, John Ternus, and his legacy. Tune in for a quick but substantial look at what's next for Apple after Cook's exit. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Enjoying Big Technology Podcast? Please rate us five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in your podcast app of choice.</p> <p>Want a discount for Big Technology on Substac...
The cost of keeping the lights on
<p>Power utilities plan to spend $1.4 trillion over the next five years on capital projects. A lot of that boils down to grid maintenance and projects to support additional power generation. That’s a 21% increase over what utilities were planning to spend a year ago — and it could drive up household utility bills. Then, it’s been a little over three months since the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. How has Venezuela's oil industry changed since?</p>
The Giving Is In The Work | Shruti Deorah, Founding Executive Director, India Energy and Climate Center
<p>India is in the middle of one of the largest energy transitions in human history. Who shapes it, and how, will have consequences that stretch well beyond the country. On this episode of Unusual Suspects, host Gaurav Choudhury speaks with Shruti Deorah, Founding Executive Director of the India Energy and Climate Center at UC Berkeley, to understand how philanthropy can play a role in getting that transition right.<br>Shruti's path to this work is anything but accidental. An electrical engineer from IIT Bombay, she has spent her career moving between institutions—the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, the Observer Re...
The More You Say, The Less You Do | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, Jim dives deep into the powerful distinction between talking and doing — exposing how many mistake conversation for progress. If you've ever felt stuck while making grand plans, this message will help you shift from saying to executing. 🌟</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 📌Why talking about goals isn't the same as achieving them 📌The illusion of progress through words 📌The importance of execution over expression 📌Building credibility through consistent action 📌The discipline of silence and restr...
TCS Nashik row: Small unit, big fallout; Data centre boom, cloud gap remains; And the rise of AI agents explained
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the TCS Nashik case as multiple FIRs trigger investigations and internal reviews. India’s data centre capacity surges, but gaps emerge for domestic cloud players. We also explain the rise of AI agents and what it means for enterprise software. And finally, Groww reports strong Q4 numbers with profit, user growth and new verticals driving momentum despite market volatility.
How economists are making sense of our geopolitical climate
<p>Markets were hopeful on Friday after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened to commercial vessels. Now, escalating tensions are bringing expectations back down. Marketplace’s Nova Safo spoke with Julia Coronado, founder and president of MacroPolicy Perspectives and a professor at the University of Texas at Austin, about how global economists at the National Association for Business Economics International Symposium in Rome, Italy, are grappling with the back and forth. Plus, later in the program: underemployment among recent college graduates and how we measure it.</p>
How Corey Ganim Reclaimed 5–10 Hours a Week Using AI Systems
<p>In this episode of the Niche Pursuits podcast, Jared sits down with Corey Ganim to break down AI automation that drives results, starting with a simple ROI filter: effectiveness, efficiency, and customer experience. Corey shares his AOA sequence (Audit, Optimize, Automate) so you stop automating messy 12-step processes and start building repeatable systems with AI.</p> <p>You'll hear the difference between AI agents and reusable skills and "speed to lead" replies. Walk away with three clear takeaways: how to choose the right workflows to automate, how to simplify them before automating, and how to build repeatable AI skills...
Special Episode: Why Oracle Chose Hilary Maxson Now
<p>In this special episode, we revisit a past conversation with Hilary Maxson and explore why her appointment as CFO of Oracle Corporation comes at such a consequential moment. As Oracle accelerates investments in AI infrastructure and cloud capacity, the finance role now extends well beyond stewardship into capital allocation, operational discipline, and long-term value creation. Maxson’s career—from banking to global leadership roles at AES and Schneider Electric—offers clues to why she may be uniquely suited for this chapter. Joining us is industry analyst Bob Evans, who helps unpack what the hire could signal about Oracle’s future d...
Anthropic’s Mythos Dilemma, Violence Against AI, Tokenmaxxing at Meta
<p>Ranjan Roy from Margins is back for our weekly discussion of the latest tech news. We cover: 1) Anthropic's new Mythos preview 2) Is Mythos marketing or a legit breakthrough? 3) The Mythos sandwich guy story 4) OpenAI and Anthropic's brewing 1st party vs. API conflict of interest 5) The Meta-Harness 6) Violence against AI on the rise 7) Maine is going to pass a data center moratorium 8) Was Medvi really a $1.8 billion two person startup? 9) Tokenmaxxing is all the rage </p> <p>---</p> <p>Enjoying Big Technology Podcast? Please rate us five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in your podcast app of choice.</p> <p>Want a discount for Big Te...
Zerodha shuts creator network; IT weakness persists; Iran war drives up your snack bill; And TN polls 2026: What DMK, AIADMK, TVK say on jobs, startups | MC Tech3
In today’s Tech3 episode, we break down Zerodha shutting its creator network amid regulatory pressure, continued weakness in IT growth despite strong deal pipelines, and how the West Asia conflict is driving up costs for food startups. We also track the rollout of India’s Online Gaming Authority and decode what Tamil Nadu’s election manifestos mean for jobs and startups
Change Your Standards and Your Life Will Change | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation speech, we uncover the invisible force shaping your life: your standards. 🧱 It’s not your dreams, your goals, or your intentions—it’s what you tolerate. Your life will always reflect what you consistently accept. If you want to change your future, it starts by raising your floor—not just your ceiling.</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational speech: 🔥 The true meaning of your personal standards 🎯 Why your identity sets the limit for your results 🛠️ How...
The Daily Dozen of Success | Jim Rohn Motivation
<p>#JimRohnMotivation #JimRohn #JimRohnSpeech</p><br><br><p>Watch this episode next: 10 Critical Habits That Your Future Depends On | Jim Rohn Motivation</p><br> <p>In this Jim Rohn Motivation video, learn how powerful daily habits—not bursts of action—build true success. Jim breaks down the importance of discipline, planning, reflection, and energy in achieving lasting personal growth. 🌟</p> <p>Key Topics From This Motivational Video: 📌Success is built through small, consistent daily habits 📌The importance of writing down goals and morning planning 📌Why physical vitality drives mental clarity and progress 📌Journaling, gratitude, and self-reflection for alignment 📌Giving, contribution, and becoming more valu...
OpenAI President Greg Brockman: AI Self-Improvement, The Superapp Bet, Path To AGI, Scaling Compute
<p>Greg Brockman is the President and co-founder of OpenAI. Brockman joins Big Technology to discuss OpenAI’s product strategy, the rise of its coming super app, and why he believes AI is entering a new takeoff phase. Tune in to hear Brockman explain OpenAI's bet on the GPT reasoning model tree over video generation, what the "Spud" pre-training run means for upcoming models, and why he believes AGI is 70-80% achieved. We also cover the competitive landscape, the economics behind OpenAI's $110 billion infrastructure bet, and public skepticism toward AI. Hit play for one of the most revealing conversations yet ab...
Markets optimistic after Iran announces Strait of Hormuz has reopened
<p>Iran declared on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz has reopened for all commercial vessels. While the news caused stocks to rally and oil prices to drop, it’s unclear yet whether or not the market reaction is premature. Plus, we take a look into the aging demographics of first-time homebuyers and their shrinking share of the housing market. </p>
AI Takes The Blame, Epstein Takes The Careers
<p>And law students finally get some good news.<br></p> <p>With a Biglaw firm officially blaming staff layoffs on AI, what is it going to look like if and when layoffs come for lawyers? It's unlikely to look the same for every Biglaw business model. And it could look even more different for boutiques. Embattled Goldman Sachs chief legal officer Kathryn Ruemmler announced that she'd be leaving her role after her Jeffrey Epstein connections came out in the last file dump. And we found out that the late Ken Starr thought of Epstein as a brother, which tracks. We als...
How Denise Cruz Built a Nearly $2 Million Travel Business in Just 3 Years
<p>Denise Cruz shares how she pivoted after Google's Helpful Content Update wiped out her travel blog traffic and income, forcing her to rethink her entire business. In this interview, she breaks down how she went from earning about $6,000 a month from blogging to building a travel advisor business that grew to nearly $2 million in commissionable sales in just a few years.<br /> <br /> She also explains the systems, sales funnel, client referrals, and EEAT-driven strategy that helped her gain traction fast with a service-based website. It's an inspiring and practical conversation for anyone wondering how to turn niche expertise...
How Jamie I.F. Bounced Back After Losing a $1M+ Deal to HCU
<p>In this episode of the Niche Pursuits podcast, Jared sits down with Jamie I.F. for a brutally honest look at the Helpful Content Update and how a ~40% traffic and revenue drop torpedoed a $1.55M site deal mid-sale. He shares what it felt like watching peak months near $100K turn into a much smaller baseline, and why he stopped chasing an SEO recovery and chose focus instead.</p> <p>Jamie explains how a single customer saying they'd pay $2,500/month for an "affiliate finder" feature led him to spin it into affiliatefinder.ai, then grow with cold outreach (including ~1,000 emails...
The Quiet Race to Build Self-Driving Trucks in the US and Europe
The source provides an extensive overview of the global competition for autonomous trucking, specifically focusing on advancements and challenges in the United States and Europe. It details how the development of self-driving trucks is driven by the need to solve persistent issues like driver shortages, improve safety and fuel efficiency, and reduce operational costs within the logistics industry. The episode further explores the technological foundations of autonomous systems, including various sensors and AI, and identifies key players in both regions—such as Waymo and Volvo—while outlining the contrasting regulatory landscapes that impact deployment. Finally, the source discusses the significant hurd...
1173: The CFO at the Crossroads of Code, Capital, and Clarity | Rich Schmidt, CFO, Inmar Intelligence
<p>Early in his career, Rich Schmidt recalls presenting an analysis to leadership—only to be told, “we want you to go fix it” . The assignment marked a turning point. What began as financial analysis quickly became ownership, execution, and accountability across the business.</p><p>That moment would come to define Schmidt’s path. After starting in public accounting—“a grind,” as he tells us—he gained exposure to multiple industries in rapid succession, from manufacturing to healthcare . Yet it was the convergence of finance, technology, and operations that ultimately shaped his trajectory. Rather than remain on a traditional finance track, S...
ETH just had its best day in months. BTC hit $75K.
ETH up 8% in a day. BTC touched $75K for the first time since February. Total market cap back above $2.6 trillion. But ETF flows were negative $291 million last week. Someone's buying — and it's not the funds.<br /><br />Today's key developments:<br />• Bitcoin crossed $75K for the first time since early February — even as spot ETFs posted $291 million in net outflows last week.<br />• The SEC staff exempted crypto interface providers — wallets, front-ends, aggregators — from mandatory broker registration.<br />• Deutsche Börse is acquiring a stake in Kraken for $200 million — one of the largest traditional finance investments in a crypto exchange ever.<br /><br />...
