In this week’s Reacts episode, Chris Saad is joined by Yaniv Bernstein to discuss the latest tech and business trends: from the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts and what it means for startups, to the shocking mass resignation at 23andMe, and the release of Snap’s new AR glasses.
Together, they break down the biggest headlines:
- Fed Rate Cuts: Is the Startup Funding Winter Over?
How cheaper capital could kickstart startup funding again and whether we’re about to enter a new economic chapter for founders and VCs?
- 23andMe’s Board Exodus
23andMe’s entire independent board has resigned. What went wrong at this once-promising startup, and what lessons can founders learn about governance and shareholder control?
- Snap Spectacles 3.0: The Future of AR?
Snap is back with their latest AR glasses, but why isn’t anyone talking about them? What might be their potential impact on the wearable tech market?
Stay tuned as Chris and Yaniv navigate the world of rate cuts, boardroom drama, and AR tech, uncovering how these developments will impact startups and the tech ecosystem.
00:00 Intro
00:46 AI & Yaniv's Viral LinkedIn Post
04:07 On Today's Show
06:23 Federal Reserve Rate Cuts
12:34 23andMe Board Resignation
20:22 Silicon Valley vs. Other Tech Hubs
26:35 Snap's New AR Spectacles
36:36 Breaking News! OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode
37:39 Closing Thoughts
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