Is Google staging the biggest comeback in tech history? Or are we just getting swept up in the hype? Founders often underestimate just how fast platform shifts change the rules of the game, and Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI are rewriting the rulebook in real time. In this episode, Yaniv Bernstein…
Y Combinator just revealed the startups it actually wants to fund—and it’s a wake-up call for founders. From full-stack AI disruptors to tools for non-technical builders, this list signals where the next billion-dollar companies will emerge. In this clip, Chris, Yaniv and Amir break down YC’s top picks, explain why…
Apple quietly revealed that Safari search traffic declined for the first time in 22 years—and it sent Google’s market cap into freefall. Is this the moment AI finally starts eating Google’s lunch? In this clip, Chris, Yaniv, and Amir break down what Apple’s DOJ testimony means for the future of…
Can AI really design your home? 800,000+ users have already ditched their architects thanks to Maket, a startup using AI to simplify renovations from floorplans to permits. In this Spotlight episode, Maket founder Patrick Murphy delivers a mock version of the real pitch that secured $2M in funding from top…
What happens when Apple hints that Google’s search dominance may be cracking, triggering a $155 billion wipeout in Alphabet’s value? Many still think Google search is untouchable, but a shift in user behavior and a few lines in DOJ testimony may signal otherwise. In this episode, Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein,…
Fortnite is coming back to the App Store—but not because Apple changed its mind. After a major legal win, Epic Games can now bypass Apple’s infamous 30% tax—and so can every other app developer. In this clip from The Startup Podcast, we break down what the court ruling really means…
OpenAI just dropped $3B on vibe coding—should software engineers be worried? And what happens now that Apple’s 30% App Store tax just took a major legal hit? In this episode of The Startup Podcast, hosts Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein are joined by seasoned founder and investor Hooman Radfar (CEO…
Are Apple’s smart glasses finally catching up to Meta’s AI-powered wearables? Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein discuss Apple’s delayed (but intriguing) entry into foldables and wearables, and unpack what these developments really mean for startup founders and operators. Clip from Reacts episode 'Did Zuckerberg Sabotage Instagram? + Apple’s New Devices,…
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…
