20VC: a16z's Chris Dixon on Who Will Win the Next Generation of Venture, The Two Ways to Make Great Venture Investments and Find the Best Entrepreneurs & Why AI Will Strengthen the Position of the Incumbents Moving Forward
This podcast episode delves into various topics related to venture capital, blockchain technology, and the future of the internet. The speaker shares insights on their journey as an investor, the evolution of the venture capital industry, the barbell effect in venture capital, the significance of founder references, maintaining conviction in the face of doubt, the impact of big tech companies on the internet, the history of innovation in the technology industry, the challenges faced by the blockchain community, the role of speculation in the blockchain world, the importance of brand in venture capital, the significance of good governance and expertise in board membership, money and the future of the internet, Chris Dixon's investment philosophy, and his vision for the future.