23 Jan 2026
2h 46m

China's Acquisition Spree, TikTok's Survival Deal, Intel Slips | Tuhin Srivastava, Bryce Strauss, Max Spero, Russ d'Sa

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The co-hosted podcast explores China's economic strategy, particularly its shift towards becoming the world's market, examining key import categories like semiconductors, energy, and luxury goods, while also noting the rise of domestic Chinese luxury brands. The hosts discuss China's acquisition of Western brands like MG and Volvo, driven by efficient supply chains and manufacturing, contrasting this with America's desire to control TikTok's algorithm due to national security concerns. They also analyze the AI landscape, highlighting the competition among models and the potential for AI-generated content to impact internet authenticity, and touch on real estate trends, from Johnny Carson's former estate to the booming market in Big Sky, Montana.

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Part 1: Intro, Trade, and Global Markets

Part 2: Tech Giants and Platform Dynamics

Part 3: AI Labs and Emerging Tech

Part 4: Infrastructure and Data Partnerships

Part 5: Voice AI and Real Estate

Part 6: Lifestyle, Luxury, and Industry Shifts

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