Think staying profitable means you’re on the right track? Think again. Too many founders obsess over budgets and burn—but the real risk isn’t running out of cash. It’s growing too slowly to matter. In this episode, Yaniv Bernstein is joined by Michiel Boere, CFO of Remote and former CFO of…
Instagram’s co-founder, Kevin Systrom, helped define the modern social web—now he’s calling out Zuckerberg in court. And are Apple’s smart glasses finally catching up to Meta’s AI-powered wearables? In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein react to some of the biggest headlines in tech and startup land. From explosive…
Are Google abusing market power or just defending their turf? Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein and guest Amir Shevat discuss whether Google's bundling strategy is monopolistic, or just smart - and the implications it could have on AI search competitors like Perplexity. Clip from Reacts episode 'China Retaliates Against NVIDIA Embargo…
Staying polite with AI is expensive - but it may still be worth the cost. Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein and guest Amir Shevat dive deeper into whether it's worth using manners with ChatGPT. It may be costing a lot of money, but could it improve responses (and keep you off…
Huawei has just announced a new AI chip—does this mean tariffs accelerating Chinese innovation? This week, Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein, and guest Amir Shevat dig into how the AI trade war and tech monopolies are reshaping the global startup landscape. Plus, on a lighter note: why Sam Altman says politeness…
Is AI making startups easier—or just changing the rules of the game? In a world where execution is cheap and accessible, building a successful startup is more competitive than ever. In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein unpack the reality of every business having access to the same AI-driven…
Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein discuss the political theater of NVIDIA's $500B commitment to US AI infrastructure and what it might mean for the Trump administration. Plus, the All-In Podcast's unexpected showdown between billionaires and policy heavyweights. The whistleblower alleges Facebook put profits above all else — including the mental…
Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein react to former Meta executive Sarah Wynn-Williams’ jaw-dropping testimony in front of the US Senate Judiciary Committee. The whistleblower alleges Facebook put profits above all else — including the mental health of young users and even US national security. Clip from Reacts episode 'Meta's Whistleblower…
In this episode of The Startup Podcast, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein react to former Meta executive Sarah Wynn-Williams’ jaw-dropping testimony in front of the US Senate Judiciary Committee. She alleges Facebook put profits above all else—including the mental health of young users and even national security. Plus, we discuss…
Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein break down Donald Trump’s shocking “Liberation Day” tariffs and the ripple effect it could have on the global economy — and on your startup. As fears of a recession mount and market uncertainty grows, we explore what founders need to do to weather the storm,…
Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein dive into Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke’s viral internal memo that sets bold new expectations for AI adoption across the company. What can you learn from Shopify’s AI playbook, and how should you apply it inside your own early-stage startup? Clip from Reacts episode 'Tariff Meltdown…
Is AI just a buzzword — or the key to survival in a volatile startup landscape? In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein break down Donald Trump’s shocking “Liberation Day” tariffs and the ripple effect it could have on the global economy — and on your startup. As fears…
Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein and Hooman Radfar explain why OpenAI just raised an astonishing $40 billion and what they plan to do with it. Plus, Core Weave's less successful raise – and why investors are getting nervous about a potential AI bubble. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google Just Killed SEO…
Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein and Hooman Radfar explain OpenAI's new support for Anthropic's model context protocol (MCP) and its implications for Google and OpenAI’s escalating rivalry. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google Just Killed SEO + OpenAI’s $40B Raise, AI’s Copyright Crisis': https://youtu.be/bixVyGgJsFc 🎙️ Want more insights like this? Subscribe to…
Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein and Hooman Radfar explore how Google’s AI overhaul of their search functionality could spell the end of SEO as we know it. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google Just Killed SEO + OpenAI’s $40B Raise, AI’s Copyright Crisis': https://youtu.be/bixVyGgJsFc 🎙️ Want more insights like this? Subscribe to…
Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein and Hooman Radfar explore new breakthroughs in AI image generation and how they’re disrupting creative industries. Plus, the growing controversy over AI-generated art and whether it's infringing on real artists’ work. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google Just Killed SEO + OpenAI’s $40B Raise, AI’s Copyright Crisis':…
-Is your startup’s PR strategy just a vanity exercise? Most founders make the mistake of announcing fundraising rounds like it’s a badge of honor, hoping for instant traction and credibility. But here's the truth: if you're chasing headlines without a strategy, you're wasting money. In this episode, Yaniv Bernstein and…
Is Google about to kill SEO forever? Why did OpenAI just raise $40 billion? And is the AI bubble about to burst? The AI arms race is heating up, and the biggest players are making moves that could change everything. But what does this mean for creators, businesses, and the…
Chris Saad and Mike Jones unpack key insights from Sam Altman on AI's impact on empathy, art, and scientific research. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google’s $32B Cloud Power Grab + Altman: AI Now Beats Humans, 23andMe Collapses, Fake AI CEOs': https://youtu.be/f6fslQ6YxnE 🎙️ Want more insights like this? Subscribe to The…
Chris Saad and Mike Jones examine the growing threat of AI impersonation and its potential for fraud. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google’s $32B Cloud Power Grab + Altman: AI Now Beats Humans, 23andMe Collapses, Fake AI CEOs': https://youtu.be/f6fslQ6YxnE 🎙️ Want more insights like this? Subscribe to The TSP Mailing List…
Chris Saad and Mike Jones analyze the factors behind 23andMe's bankruptcy and what it means for biotech startups. Plus, how Google's $32 billion Wiz acquisition signals a return of big tech M&A. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google’s $32B Cloud Power Grab + Altman: AI Now Beats Humans, 23andMe Collapses, Fake…
The $32B Google-Wiz deal isn't just another acquisition. It's the match that lights up the entire venture ecosystem again. Here's what founders are missing: → M&A is back: After years of antitrust fears killing big tech deals, the floodgates just reopened → Capital cascade: Big exits = bigger valuations =…
Are we on the brink of an AI revolution that will fundamentally reshape society? Or are we overestimating the impact of these new technologies? In this episode, Chris Saad and Mike Jones, General Partner at Science Startup Studio in LA explore the latest developments in AI, biotech, and tech industry…
What does the future of personal data look like? In this week's Trend Corner, Yaniv Bernstein, Chris Saad, and Elli Hanson consider the opportunities and privacy implications of AI-powered data aggregation. Clip from Reacts episode 'Google's New Robotics Division + OpenAI Targets DeepSeek, Rippling/Deel Corporate Espionage': https://youtu.be/IeEYxt9JcSU 🎙️ Want more…