Chris Saad and Amir Shevat unpack the ongoing drama at OpenAI, including the mass resignation of executives and speculation surrounding Sam Altman’s control of the company. Clip from Reacts episode 'Exec Exodus: What’s OpenAI's Dirty Secret? + DevDay, Google Hires AI Rockstar, Meta's AR Glasses': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_zqNfqQK2s 🎙️ Want more insights…
Chris Saad and Amir Shevat dive into Google’s $2.7 billion rehire of an AI rockstar and why top-tier talent is driving astronomical valuations. Clip from Reacts episode 'Exec Exodus: What’s OpenAI's Dirty Secret? + DevDay, Google Hires AI Rockstar, Meta's AR Glasses': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_zqNfqQK2s 🎙️ Want more insights like this? Subscribe…
Chris Saad and Amir Shevat discuss the latest revelations from OpenAI’s Dev Day and why new developer tools, like the Speech-to-Speech API and image fine-tuning, could be a game-changer for startups. Clip from Reacts episode 'Exec Exodus: What’s OpenAI's Dirty Secret? + DevDay, Google Hires AI Rockstar, Meta's AR Glasses':…
Are you ready for a world where AI and AR are seamlessly integrated into our daily lives? The pace of innovation in these fields is accelerating rapidly, with major announcements from tech giants like OpenAI and Meta reshaping the landscape. In this episode, Chris Saad and Amir Shabbat dive deep…
Are you struggling to close deals, even when you know your product is the best fit? Do you find yourself losing to prospects who freeze up and don't make a decision at all? In this episode, Yaniv and Chris are joined by April Dunford, author of "Obviously Awesome" and "Sales…
Chris and Yaniv discuss why Silicon Valley is not just a state of mind. Clip from Reacts episode 'Fed Rate Cuts: Is the Startup Funding Winter Over? + 23andMe Board Exodus, Snap Spectacles 3.0': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPIHWgdnrgo #startup #siliconvalley #techhub
Fed Rate Cuts: Chris and Yaniv discuss how cheaper capital could kickstart startup funding again and whether we’re about to enter a new economic chapter for founders and VCs. Clip from Reacts episode 'Fed Rate Cuts: Is the Startup Funding Winter Over? + 23andMe Board Exodus, Snap Spectacles 3.0': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPIHWgdnrgo…
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? Clip from Reacts episode 'Fed Rate Cuts: Is the Startup Funding Winter Over? + 23andMe Board Exodus, Snap Spectacles 3.0': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPIHWgdnrgo #startup #technews #23andme #governance
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? Clip from Reacts episode 'Fed Rate Cuts: Is the Startup Funding Winter Over? + 23andMe Board Exodus, Snap Spectacles 3.0':…
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…
One of the toughest challenges in early-stage startups is managing employee career development. Unlike big corporations, startups thrive on chaos, ownership, and self-driven growth, meaning traditional professional development programs often fall flat. In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein break down the harsh realities of career development in startups…
The Future of Work: 1 Billion, 3 Employees? AI is transforming how companies scale, with some earning $1 billion with just 3 employees. The discussion unpacks synthetic employees and how AI is redefining the workforce of tomorrow. Clip from Reacts episode 'Smarter AI & The Future of Work | OpenAI…
Is OpenAI o1 The Smartest AI Ever? OpenAI’s groundbreaking new O1 model is changing the landscape for developers and startups. Is this the smartest AI ever created, or just another step in AI’s evolution? Clip from Reacts episode 'Smarter AI & The Future of Work | OpenAI o1 | Zuckerberg’s…
Zuckerberg’s New Swagger: Mark Zuckerberg is done apologizing and has adopted a bold new attitude. How is this shift impacting Meta and the tech leadership landscape, especially in the Elon Musk era? Clip from Reacts episode 'Smarter AI & The Future of Work | OpenAI o1 | Zuckerberg’s New Swagger':…
Is AI getting smarter, and what does that mean for the future of work? Plus, how is Zuckerberg's new public persona shaking things up at Meta? In this week’s Reacts episode, Chris Saad is joined by Jordan Crook, former deputy editor at TechCrunch and current partner at Betaworks, along with…
In the brutal world of startups, conviction is your greatest weapon. It fuels momentum, sharpens decisions, and separates thriving startups from those that fade away. Conviction isn’t blind faith or passion. It’s clarity of purpose and commitment to a path, even when challenges arise. Without it, you risk losing focus…
Taking Stock: Is the AI hype crashing along with Nvidia’s stock, or are we just witnessing a temporary correction in the tech sector? Clip from Reacts episode 'Nvidia Stock Plummets: Is This The End of the AI Hype?': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHEZBp2SvuM #startup #entrepreneur #tech #ai #nvidia
Silicon City: What can San Francisco, a city already living in the future, tell us about where innovation is heading? Clip from Reacts episode 'Nvidia Stock Plummets: Is This The End of the AI Hype?': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHEZBp2SvuM #startup #entrepreneur #tech #ai #nvidia
Is the AI hype crashing along with Nvidia’s stock, or are we just witnessing a temporary correction in the tech sector? And what can San Francisco, a city already living in the future, tell us about where innovation is heading? Join Chris Saad and Emil Michael in this week’s Reacts…
What if one perfect slide could get you funded? In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein reveal the pitch deck formula that can turn investor skepticism into funding. Whether it’s the top 9 pitch secrets or the one slide that seals the deal, they break down every element to…
Worth the Upgrade?: Apple’s latest release asks whether consistent, small changes can sustain a brand's market leadership. Should your startup pursue incremental gains or bold, disruptive moves? Clip from Reacts episode 'Unpacking Airbnb's Founder Mode | Brazil Bans X, Freezes SpaceX Assets | iPhone 16: Yay or Meh?': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX8wyodSzqQ #startup…
Elon Hits Back: As Musk challenges Brazil's ban on X, founders must think about the balance between innovation and regulation. What are the lessons for managing global market risks? Clip from Reacts episode 'Unpacking Airbnb's Founder Mode | Brazil Bans X, Freezes SpaceX Assets | iPhone 16: Yay or Meh?':…
Brazil Bans X, Freezes Starlink Assets: As Musk challenges Brazil's ban on X, founders must think about the balance between innovation and regulation. What are the lessons for managing global market risks? Clip from Reacts episode 'Unpacking Airbnb's Founder Mode | Brazil Bans X, Freezes SpaceX Assets | iPhone 16:…
Airbnb's Founder Mode Revolution: Chesky's shift to "Founder Mode" prompts founders to consider: Is direct control a winning strategy, or does it risk stifling growth? How should you balance vision with management? Clip from Reacts episode 'Unpacking Airbnb's Founder Mode | Brazil Bans X, Freezes SpaceX Assets | iPhone 16:…