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$7 Trillion For Chips and Drug Pricing | The Brainstorm EP 35
FYI - For Your Innovation
02/14/24 • 39 min
$7 trillion for an AI chip? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Chief Futurist Brett Winton and Multi-Omics Analyst Ali Urman. Together they discuss Sam Altman's plan to raise $7 trillion for an AI chip, and drug pricing.
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.
Key Points From This Episode:
- $7 Trillion AI Chip
- Fear and Regulation in AI
- Drug Pricing
For more updates on Public.com:
Website: https://public.com/
YouTube: @publicinvest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/public

Decoding Crypto Infrastructure with Blockdaemon
FYI - For Your Innovation
01/18/24 • 54 min
On this episode of FYI, we dive into the intricacies of crypto infrastructure with Konstantin Richter, the CEO and founder of Blockdaemon, and Chris Sharp, Blockdaemon's Chief Technology Officer (CTO). They cover Blockdaemon's journey, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in the early crypto market. Konstantin and Chris share insights into the evolving belief in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, reflecting on their growing acceptance in mainstream finance. They then discuss developing Blockdaemon's product suite, transitioning from basic node operations to sophisticated services like staking and Application Programming Interface (API) integrations. The conversation explores the importance of decentralization and multi-party computation in ensuring crypto security, emphasizing Blockdaemon's commitment to robust and reliable infrastructure. Finally, they touch on the diverse regulatory landscapes in Asia, Europe, and the U.S., exploring their impact on the crypto industry and the future possibilities in this rapidly evolving sector.
"Not a lot of people saw the benefit of like, ‘Hey, why do I want to pay someone to do something? I can just download some open-source software and run on the server myself’. Even if it's janky, the requirements in the network and expectation around crypto was low enough that people weren't like, ‘Hey, I need to make sure there's instant settlement that my transaction goes through.’” - Konstantin Richter
Key Points From This Episode:
- Origin of Blockdaemon
- Unique challenges in maintaining and operating crypto infrastructure
- The importance of multi-party computation in crypto security
- The evolving belief and adoption of Bitcoin and Ethereum
- Decentralization and resistance to censorship in crypto
- Blockdaemon's impact on crypto infrastructure
- Acquiring a wallet company, Sepior, and its implications
- Blockdaemon’s product evolution
- The importance of reliability and distributed computing in crypto networks
- Perspectives on the evolution of the crypto market

Ozempic, AI Wearables, Tesla Price Cuts | The Brainstorm EP 18
FYI - For Your Innovation
10/13/23 • 40 min
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.
This week, Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus are joined by ARK Analyst Ali Urman, Research Associate Andrew Kim and Founder and CEO of Eternal Reggie James.
Key Points From This Episode:- Intro
- Ozempic
- AI Wearables
- Tesla Price Cuts
For more updates on Public.com:
Website: https://public.com/
YouTube: @publicinvest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/public

Championing Innovation Within Earlier Cancer Detection With Gabe Otte
FYI - For Your Innovation
12/22/20 • 40 min

Everybody Gets a Robot? | The Brainstorm EP 19
FYI - For Your Innovation
10/18/23 • 17 min
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.
This week, Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus are keeping it short and have just one topic: robots.
For more updates on Public.com:
Website: https://public.com/
YouTube: @publicinvest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/public

Bitcoin Custody – Securing the Future
FYI - For Your Innovation
04/03/24 • 67 min
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 rapidly-changing and still nascent Bitcoin ecosystem. Published through the For Your innovation podcast channels, this monthly series aims to be informative and enlightening, including experts with diverse viewpoints.
Guests on this month’s Bitcoin Brainstorm include:
Max Guise: Bitcoin Wallet Lead, Block
Tyler Campbell: VP, Custody Support, Unchained
Rob Hamilton: Co-Founder and CEO, Anchor Watch
Rick Schonberg: Head of Custody, Foundations and Trading, Coinbase
NVK: CEO, Coinkite
Yassine Elmandjra: Director of Digital Assets, ARK Invest
Cathie Wood: Founder, CEO and CIO, ARK Invest
Rod Roudi: Co-Founder, Bitcoin Park
Key Points From This Episode:
00:01:00 Rod introduces the Bitcoin Brainstorm and hands over the floor to each of our fantastic guests
00:12:48 Bitcoin custody represents a significant paradigm shift in how people control their assets
00:16:36 Bitcoin as an open source software has embedded immutable property rights
00:24:53 How is Coinbase navigating the spectrum of custody from self-directed users to institutional players?
00:31:19 Why might multisig, or multisignature, be important for bitcoin custody?
00:37:00 Why bitcoin is not just digital gold, but it is also programmable money
00:46:39 NVK gives a brief overview of bitcoin transaction fees
00:54:39 What are some of the regulatory and compliance barriers that custody providers are facing?
01:00:45 The bifurcation in bitcoin between the self-sovereign users of bitcoin and the more regulated portions of the industry
01:04:11 Countries are now offering tax relief to attract early investors in bitcoin that have significant gains on their digital assets
01:06:44 What does bitcoin custody look like in the next 10 years?
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
- ARK Invest x Coinbase 2017 report: https://ark-invest.com/white-papers/bitcoin-a-new-asset-class-white-paper
- Learn more about Bitcoin Park: bitcoinpark.com
- Search “Bitcoin P...

Cryptoassets – A review with Chris Burniske of Placeholder
FYI - For Your Innovation
01/14/19 • 49 min

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FYI - For Your Innovation
01/14/19 • 49 min

Politics' Impact On Innovation With Cathie Wood | The Brainstorm EP 68
FYI - For Your Innovation
11/13/24 • 26 min
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 administration. The conversation also delves into the future of cryptocurrency, the implications of tariffs on the dollar, and the potential for a broadening market as innovation takes center stage.
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.
Key Points From This Episode:
- Trump's experience may facilitate significant reforms.
- Regulatory changes could legitimize crypto assets.
- Technological advancements may lead to lower inflation and interest rates.
For more updates on Public.com:
Website: https://public.com/
YouTube: @publicinvest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/public
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How many episodes does FYI - For Your Innovation have?
FYI - For Your Innovation currently has 496 episodes available.
What topics does FYI - For Your Innovation cover?
The podcast is about Investing, Podcasts, Technology and Business.
What is the most popular episode on FYI - For Your Innovation?
The episode title 'Augmented Reality with Paul Travers' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on FYI - For Your Innovation?
The average episode length on FYI - For Your Innovation is 43 minutes.
How often are episodes of FYI - For Your Innovation released?
Episodes of FYI - For Your Innovation are typically released every 5 days, 4 hours.
When was the first episode of FYI - For Your Innovation?
The first episode of FYI - For Your Innovation was released on Nov 21, 2018.
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