E85: SBF's crypto bailout, Zendesk sells for ~$10B, buyout targets, US diplomacy, AlphaFold & more

The podcast features a panel of hosts discussing current events, primarily focusing on the crypto market collapse, its causes, and potential regulatory responses. They analyze the role of stimulus money, off-chain activities, and the lack of regulatory oversight in the crypto crash. The conversation shifts to Sam Bankman-Fried's political activities in California and then pivots to the long-term viability and regulation of cryptocurrencies. Later, they discuss the acquisition of Zendesk, touching on SaaS business models, stock-based compensation, and private equity's role in restructuring companies for profitability. The discussion broadens to include economic concerns like inflation, potential recession, and the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on global markets, with differing views on the potential outcomes and appropriate responses. Finally, they briefly touch on a new AlphaFold application in medicine.