Best ARK Investment Management LLC Podcasts (2025)

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Bitcoin Treasury Strategies For Public And Private Companies 1:12:41

1d ago1:12:41

1:12:41

Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to host a monthly conversation with leaders in the Bitcoin space, to discuss everything happening in the rapidly-c…

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Revolutionizing E-commerce: Amazon's 'Buy For Me' | The Brainstorm EP 85 17:30

3d ago17:30

17:30

In this episode, Sam, Nick and Varshika discuss Amazon's new feature, 'Buy For Me', which allows users to shop across different marketplaces using Amazon's purchasing capabilities. They explore the implications of agentic AI in e-commerce, the importance of reducing friction in the purchasing process, and how this innovation could reshape the compe…

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How Lila Is Redefining Scientific Discovery With Geoffrey von Maltzahn 1:08:28

9d ago1:08:28

1:08:28

In this episode of For Your Innovation, Brett Winton, along with ARK Invest Chief Investment Strategist, Charles Roberts, and Research Analyst, Nemo Marjanovic, sit down with Geoffrey von Maltzahn, CEO and founder of Lila Sciences and a general partner at Flagship Pioneering. Fresh out of stealth mode, Lila is pioneering the concept of scientific s…

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The Model Context Protocol | The Brainstorm EP 84 22:24

16d ago22:24

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In this episode, Sam and Nick discuss the Model Context Protocol (MCP), its significance in AI development, and its implications for the future of agentic AI. They explore how MCP simplifies the integration of AI applications with web services, making it easier for developers to enhance their models. The discussion also touches on the current trend…

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Breaking The $100 Genome Barrier: How Ultima Genomics Is Revolutionizing DNA Sequencing With Gilad Almogy 57:45

24d ago57:45

57:45

DNA sequencing is on the cusp of a major transformation, and Gilad Almogy, CEO of Ultima Genomics, is leading the charge. In this episode of FYI, ARK’s Chief Futurist, Brett Winton, and Multiomics analyst Nemo Despot explore how Ultima is making whole-genome sequencing radically cheaper—driving costs down from $1,000 to just $80 per genome, with am…

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Robinhood's Transformation: A New Era In Fintech | The Brainstorm EP 83 21:30

24d ago21:30

21:30

In this episode, Sam and Nick discuss Robinhood's recent announcements, including its transformation into a full-service digital wallet, the introduction of AI features, and the launch of robo-advisory services. They explore the competitive landscape with Block and other fintech companies, emphasizing the importance of understanding market dynamics…

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NVIDIA, AI, And China | The Brainstorm EP 82 16:56

1M ago16:56

16:56

Is NVIDIA poised to shake up the AI industry? Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK Director of Research, Next Generation Internet, Frank Downing, to discuss the key takeaways from NVIDIA's GTC conference, focusing on the shift from AI training to inference, NVIDIA's innovations in hardware and software, the growing interest in humanoid ro…

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Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment: Umoja’s Vision For In Vivo Therapies 58:31

1M ago58:31

58:31

In this episode of For Your Innovation, the ARK team is joined by Umoja’s CEO, Dr. Andy Scharenberg, and CFO, Britton Russell, to discuss their journey, vision, and the innovative science reshaping cancer treatment. Dr. Scharenberg explains how Umoja’s in vivo gene delivery platform, VivoVec, represents a third-generation leap in CAR T-cell therapi…

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Can Apple Compete In AI? | The Brainstorm EP 81 23:51

1M ago23:51

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Is history doomed to repeat for Apple? Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK Chief Futurist, Brett Winton, to discuss the current state of Apple, particularly focusing on its challenges in innovation and AI development. They analyze the delays in launching promised features, the implications of these delays on Apple's reputation, and the c…

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AI-Native Enterprises: The Future Of Work With Box CEO Aaron Levie 58:44

2M ago58:44

58:44

In this episode of For Your Innovation, Brett Winton, ARK’s Chief Futurist, and Frank Downing, Director of Research, Next Generation Internet, sit down with Aaron Levie, CEO and co-founder of Box, to discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on enterprise software. With nearly 20 years of experience leading a cloud-native company…

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Is Microsoft's Announcement A Quantum Breakthrough? | The Brainstorm EP 80 30:50

2M ago30:50

30:50

Have we witnessed a quantum breakthrough? Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK Chief Futurist, Brett Winton, to discuss the current state and future of quantum computing and AI, particularly focusing on Microsoft's advancements in quantum technology and the capabilities of Grok 3. If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-ter…

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How Tempus Is Using AI To Transform Diagnostics With Eric Lefkofsky 54:17

2M ago54:17

54:17

In this insightful episode of FYI, Eric Lefkofsky, CEO of Tempus, shares his journey from leading tech companies like Groupon to pioneering innovation in healthcare through AI. Lefkofsky explains how Tempus integrates advanced technology into medical diagnostics, making healthcare more precise and data-driven. He discusses the challenges of the U.S…

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AI Faceoff: ChatGPT vs. Deepseek vs. Grok | The Brainstorm EP 79 24:30

2M ago24:30

24:30

We’re entering the AI battle arena today! Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK Director of Research, Next Generation Internet, Frank Downing, to dive into the performance of three leading AI models: ChatGPT, Deepseek, and Grok. They conduct real-time tests to evaluate how well these models can analyze stock market trends and solve puzzles…

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Risks In Bitcoin: Supply Chain And Hardware Centralization 56:10

2M ago56:10

56:10

Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to host a monthly conversation with leaders in the Bitcoin space, to discuss everything happening in the rapidly-c…

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Humanoid Robots Capability Over Cost | The Brainstorm EP 78 20:07

2M ago20:07

20:07

Will we have humanoid robots cleaning our house soon? In this conversation, Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous explore the current state and future potential of humanoid robots. They discuss the implications of recent developments in AI and robotics, the distinction between tasks and jobs, and the evolving landscape of automation. The conversation highli…

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Navigating Venture Capital: AI, Funding Challenges, And Secondary Markets With Carta’s Peter Walker 56:53

3M ago56:53

56:53

Welcome to FYI - For Your Innovation. In this episode, Brett Winton is joined by ARK's Chief Investment Strategist, Dr. Charles Roberts, ARK Venture Capital Research Associate, Chase Prather, and Peter Walker, Head of Insights at Carta, a leading platform for cap table management and venture data analysis. Together, they dive into the evolving vent…

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Tesla And TikTok With Tasha | The Brainstorm EP 77 21:25

3M ago21:25

21:25

How big of an opportunity is Robotaxi for Tesla? In this episode, Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK’s Director of Investment Analysis & Institutional Strategies, Tasha Keeney, and Research Associate, Varshika Prasanna, to discuss the burgeoning field of live streaming commerce, its potential to reshape retail, and the significant marke…

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Should We Worry About DeepSeek? | The Brainstorm EP 76 58:51

3M ago58:51

58:51

Are we witnessing China take the lead in the AI race? In this episode, Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK’s Chief Futurist, Brett Winton, to discuss the implications of the emergence of open-source AI models, particularly focusing on the DeepSeek R1 model from China. They explore the efficiency of AI training, the competitive dynamics i…

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TikTok And Starship: Ban And Beyond | The Brainstorm EP 75 18:10

3M ago18:10

18:10

Is TikTok on the chopping block? In this episode, Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous discuss the recent TikTok ban and its implications for creators and the social media landscape. They explore how competitors like Instagram and YouTube are positioning themselves to capture TikTok's user base. The conversation then shifts to the latest developments in sp…

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Replacing Animal Testing: Organoids And AI With Thomas Hartung 1:00:50

3M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton and Nemo Marjanovic sit down with Professor Thomas Hartung, MD-PhD, a leading expert in biomedical innovation at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. They explore how human organoids—3D organ proxies—are revolutionizing drug discovery and toxicology testing by reducing reliance on animal models. Prof…

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Nvidia, Live TV, And The Rise Of The 4 Day Work Week | The Brainstorm EP 74 21:31

3M ago21:31

21:31

Will AI enable a 4 day work week? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Director of Research, Next Generation Internet, Frank Downing, to discuss Disney's strategic acquisition of a controlling stake in Fubo TV, highlighting the competitive landscape…

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Living Longer: AI, Biotech, And Longevity With Peter Diamandis 1:01:02

4M ago1:01:02

1:01:02

In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton, ARK’s Chief Futurist, hosts an enlightening discussion with Peter Diamandis, founder of the XPRIZE Foundation and author of the upcoming Longevity Guidebook, alongside ARK Invest CEO/CIO Cathie Wood. They explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence and biotechnology in extending human health span…

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Our Economic Growth Predictions | The Brainstorm EP 73 37:37

4M ago37:37

37:37

Are we on the verge of an economic transformation? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Chief Futurist Brett Winton to discuss ambitious projections for global GDP growth, driven by technological advancements and innovations such as Robotaxis and AI…

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Is Quantum Computing A Threat To Bitcoin? | Bitcoin Brainstorm 15 1:10:02

4M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to host a monthly conversation with leaders in the Bitcoin space, to discuss everything happening in the rapidly-c…

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Best Of 2024 48:54

4M ago48:54

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On this year’s final episode of FYI, we will be taking the opportunity to highlight some of the best moments from throughout the year. While we are grateful for every single guest that has joined the For Your Innovation podcast, here is a compilation of some of our favorite moments. Key Points From This Episode: SoFi CEO Anthony Noto explains how h…

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Quantifying Quantum Computing And AI Drug Development | The Brainstorm EP 72 31:17

4M ago31:17

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Is quantum computing the next big thing? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Chief Futurist Brett Winton to discuss the latest advancements in quantum computing and AI drug discovery. They discuss Google's recent quantum chip announcement, the chal…

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Tasha's Take On Tesla's FSD 13 | The Brainstorm EP 71 21:55

4M ago21:55

21:55

How good is Tesla autopilot? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Director of Investment Analysis & Institutional Strategies Tasha Keeney to discuss Tesla's latest advancements in full self-driving (FSD) technology, particularly focusing on version …

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OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar 1:01:05

5M ago1:01:05

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In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton and Cathie Wood engage in a discussion with Sarah Friar, CFO of OpenAI. Together, they delve into the transformative potential of AI and its economic implications. Sarah shares her journey from leading roles at Salesforce and Square to her current position at OpenAI, and offers a unique perspective on AI as a pl…

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The Intersection Of AI And Multiomics In Healthcare With Harvard Professor Dr. Mahmood 52:55

5M ago52:55

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In this episode of FYI: For Your Innovation, ARK’s Chief Futurist Brett Winton and ARK Analyst Nemo Despot chat with Harvard Professor Dr. Mahmood, a trailblazer in computational pathology. Together, they explore how AI and multiomics are reshaping healthcare and drug discovery. The discussion spans the transformative potential of combining data mo…

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What Is An Autonomous Lab? | The Brainstorm EP 70 17:40

5M ago17:40

17:40

Will PhD students still exist in the future? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK Analyst Nemo Marjanovic to discuss the transformative potential of autonomous and decentralized science in drug discovery. Nemo discusses how AI and robotics are r…

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Empowering Entrepreneurs: AI And Shopify’s Vision With Harley Finkelstein 44:04

5M ago44:04

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In this episode of FYI, ARK Chief Futurist Brett Winton and ARK Associate Portfolio Manager Nicholas Grous engage with Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, to explore the transformative role of technology and AI in empowering entrepreneurship and shaping the future of commerce. Harley highlights Shopify’s commitment to leveling the playing fie…

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Tokenization And Tweets | The Brainstorm EP 69 23:28

5M ago23:28

23:28

What does tokenization mean for the world? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK Research Associate Lorenzo Valente to discuss the recent developments in the tokenization of real-world assets, particularly through Tether's new platform, Hadron. T…

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Redefining Medicine: Nobel Laureate David Baker On AI In Drug Discovery 50:04

5M ago50:04

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In this episode of FYI, ARK Chief Investment Strategist Dr. Charles Roberts and ARK Analyst Nemo Despot, PhD speak with David Baker, Nobel Prize-winning scientist and pioneer in protein engineering. Baker shares insights into his revolutionary work on Rosetta and the evolution of AI-driven protein design tools. With advances in technologies like Ro…

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Politics' Impact On Innovation With Cathie Wood | The Brainstorm EP 68 26:10

5M ago26:10

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Are we entering an era of significant political and technological reform? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK CEO/CIO Cathie Wood to discuss the intersection of politics and technology, focusing on potential economic reforms under a new administrat…

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Is Google's Search Monopoly Under Threat? | The Brainstorm EP 67 36:23

6M ago36:23

36:23

Can you imagine a future without Google? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Chief Futurist Brett Winton to discuss the competitive landscape of AI search engines and the implications for Google, as well as the emerging business opportunities in cu…

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What Will Fuel Bitcoin’s Next Leg Of Growth? 1:07:45

6M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to introduce a monthly conversation with leaders in the Bitcoin space, to discuss everything happening in the rapi…

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The Future of AI and Drug Development: Insights from Absci’s Sean McClain and Andreas Busch 1:07:00

6M ago1:07:00

1:07:00

In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton and Charlie Roberts sit down with Sean McClain, CEO and founder of Absci, and Andreas Busch, Absci's Chief Innovation Officer, to explore how AI is transforming drug discovery and development, particularly in the biologic space. Sean shares how Absci is using AI to tackle the design problem in drug discovery, un…

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Tesla With Tasha | The Brainstorm EP 66 30:34

6M ago30:34

30:34

Will Tesla take over Uber? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Director of Investment Analysis & Institutional Strategies Tasha Keeney to discuss Tesla's recent earnings call, highlighting the company's focus on cost reductions and future plans for…

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Elon's Historic Week: Cybercab And Starship | The Brainstorm EP 65 28:07

6M ago28:07

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It’s a good week to be Elon Musk! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Director Of Investment Analysis & Institutional Strategies Tasha Keeney discuss recent launch of Cybercab, and the successful landing of SpaceX’s starship rocket. If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research pro…

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Unveiling Proteins: The Future Of Single-Cell Proteomics With Professor Nikolai Slavov 1:10:46

7M ago1:10:46

1:10:46

In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton, ARK's Chief Futurist, and Nemo Marjanovic, ARK's Multiomics Analyst, have an in-depth discussion with Professor Nikolai Slavov from Northeastern University. Professor Slalov is the Director of Parallel Squared Technology Institute (PTI). Together they explore the fascinating and complex world of multiomics, foc…

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Chip-ing away at Nvidia's Dominance? | The Brainstorm EP 64 13:19

7M ago13:19

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Are there any chip makers that can compete with Nvidia? This week, Next Generation Internet Director of Research Frank Downing, and Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus discuss the S1 filing of Cerebras and what that might mean for the AI hardware space. If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term resear…

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Buckle Up, Orion Is Taking Us To The Metaverse | The Brainstorm EP 63 22:58

7M ago22:58

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Are Meta's Orion glasses enough to convince you to exist in the metaverse? This week, Director of Research, Next Generation Internet Frank Downing, and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous discuss Meta's recent product launches at Meta Connect, focusing on their AI initiatives, particularly the Llama language models, and the integration of AI int…

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Klarna Is Transforming Shopping | The Brainstorm EP 62 26:22

7M ago26:22

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Imagine never having to hunt the internet for the lowest price on an item again! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous discuss the evolving landscape of digital wallets and purchasing agents, focusing on Klarna's recent developments. If you know ARK, then you probably…

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Transforming Retail Investing in Korea with Toss Securities CEO Seungyeon (SY) Kim 30:08

7M ago30:08

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In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton, ARK Invest’s Chief Futurist, and CEO/CIO Cathie Wood, engage in a discussion with Seungyeon (SY) Kim, the CEO of Toss Securities. SY shares his journey from working at global tech giants like Google and TikTok to leading Toss Securities, a company often dubbed the "Robinhood of Korea." The conversation explores…

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How Many R's Are In 'Strawberry'? | The Brainstorm EP 61 19:29

7M ago19:29

19:29

Can overthinking actually be beneficial? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Next Generation Internet Director of Research Frank Downing to discuss updates to OpenAI's latest model and the benefits of increasing AI "thinking" time. If you know ARK,…

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Apple's Generative AI Is Coming...Soon? | The Brainstorm EP 60 19:52

8M ago19:52

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Is Apple's strategy to launch Apple Intelligence wise? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Research Associate Jozef Soja to discuss Replit and updates to Apple Intelligence at their recent product announcement event. If you know ARK, then you proba…

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The Evolution Of AI: Insights From Manu Sharma Of Labelbox 48:28

8M ago48:28

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In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton, ARK’s Chief Futurist and Frank Downing, ARK’s Director of Research, Next Generation Internet, welcome Manu Sharma, founder of Labelbox. The conversation examines the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) since the introduction of ChatGPT, highlighting how Labelbox has adapted from basic data labeling …

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Cathie Wood, Art Laffer and Preston Pysh From The Bitcoin Conference 2024 | Bitcoin Brainstorm 13 1:09:54

8M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Typically, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK publishes a monthly conversation with leaders in the bitcoin space, to discuss everything happening in the rapidly-changing and still nascent bitcoin ecosystem. This month’s edition of the Bitcoin Brainstorm, however, features Preston Pysh, Show Host and Co-Founder of The Investor’s Podcast Network …

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Who Captures Value In An AI World? | The Brainstorm EP 59 31:27

8M ago31:27

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Are LLM wrappers a viable business model? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Chief Futurist Brett Winton to discuss how to capture economic value in an AI age. If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like …

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Revolutionizing Hollywood: Inside Kino’s Interactive Streaming Platform 51:04

8M ago51:04

51:04

In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton and Nick Grous sit down with Daril Fannin and Austin Worrell from Kino to discuss how their innovative platform is reshaping the film and television industry. Daril and Austin share their unique journeys and the inspiration behind Kino, a platform designed to democratize content distribution for independent film…

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