In this episode of Invested, Gavin Baker, an investor at Atreides, discusses the semiconductor supply chain and the future of AI with the host. They delve into the competitive landscape of foundation models, the potential for trillion-dollar AI companies, and the sustaining versus disruptive nature of AI for existing tech giants. Baker shares his insights on GPU dominance, the importance of niche specialization in semiconductor design, and the geopolitical implications of semiconductor manufacturing, particularly concerning Taiwan, China, and the US. The conversation also covers the future of energy with solar power, the mission-driven approach of Elon Musk's companies, and the balance between free speech and censorship in media. Baker predicts the arrival of artificial superintelligence within 10 years and highlights potential risks and opportunities in the AI landscape. He also touches upon the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and its broader political implications.
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