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Derniers modèles d’intelligence artificielle et outils comme Captain Safari et Anytalker qui transforment la production de contenu vidéo. Nous discutons également de l’état des travaux de George R. R. Martin sur « A Song of Ice and Fire » et des implications de l’IA dans la créativité littéraire. Défis liés à la fabrication de matériel informatique, notamment l’impact environnemental croissant des data centers.  Patreon YouTube Discord Modèles et idioties de la semaine Captain Safari, Any talker, VR Bench et Gen VIRE. L'IA se normalisera… doucement. Et en attendant, attention… Une moitié des nouveaux textes ne sont pas synthétiques. Est-ce encore trop ? C'est officiel, le DOGE a été une calamité et Elon en est toujours une. Georges RR Martin ne veut pas utiliser l'IA, donc c'est foutu. Explosion des datacenters : au moins les saumons seront contents. C'est Métal Dell sauvé par l'IA, pas par Windows 11. Partage de “talents” entre Intel et TSMC, Rapidus accélère. Partage de GPU avec la Chine. Et les TPU ? La DDR7 arrive ! Ça tombe bien, toutes les autres sont parties. Black Sky vous a à l'oeil et les magnétomètres quantiques. Bientôt un téléphone qui voit comme un dinosaure. C'est nickel : Google passe du Chrome à l'Aluminium. Y'a qu'une télé, c’est Telehack… Bonus : les beaux arts ASCII. Participants Une émission préparée par Guillaume Poggiaspalla Présenté par Guillaume Vendé

C'est le dernier épisode de "IA de l'actu" pour cette année 2025, et on termine sur les chapeaux de roues !

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Welcome back to another episode of Upside at the EUVC Podcast, where ⁠Dan Bowyer⁠,⁠ Mads Jensen⁠ of ⁠SuperSeed⁠, ⁠Lomax Ward⁠ of ⁠Outsized Ventures⁠⁠⁠, and this week's special guest Robin Haak break down the real stories behind the headlines shaping European tech and venture.Robin joins us as the founder of Robin Capital, an early employee at SmartRecruiters, angel in 100+ companies, including eight unicorns, and one of the most active emerging GPs in Europe. He brings deep operator insight, especially into the German ecosystem, politics, and economy, which this episode leans heavily into.We cover everything from UK policy signals to German recession warnings, AI dominance to Europe's bureaucratic drag, the rise of solo GPs, and why the next decade of tech will be won or lost on energy availability more than anything else.What's covered:04:00 EU wants to restrict social media for minorsThe team debates the proposals to ban or limit social media for children under 16, the mental health case, and the tension between safety and overreach.06:00 Surveillance creep & messaging regulationRobin explains concerning drafts that would've allowed governments to read private messages. The group breaks down the slippery slope of “protect the children” legislation.10:00 UK Budget: surprisingly startup-friendlyDan and Lomax unpack EMI reforms, EIS/VCT clarity, and why the market reacted calmly. Signals of a more innovation-forward UK emerge.12:45 Lovable.ai's VAT scandal & Europe's compliance mazeA Swedish engineer's viral post on LinkedIn sparks a discussion on Europe's inconsistent VAT rules, compliance complexity, and whether hypergrowth and European regulation can co-exist.17:00 N26's long struggle with German regulatorsRobin, an early angel, offers an insider's view on the fintech's challenges—BaFin restrictions, governance issues, and the counterfactual: “Would N26 be worth €20B if it were French?”20:00 Germany's big macro problem: stagnation + overloadA brutally honest breakdown of the German economy: energy scarcity, migration overload, rising welfare costs, labor shortages, and political paralysis.28:00 Education, welfare, pensions & the cost structure crisisRobin explains why Germany's systems are buckling: the collapse of PISA scores, overloaded municipalities, and an economic model no longer supported by productivity.33:00 Nuclear shutdowns & Europe's AI energy deficitWhy Germany shut down its safest reactors, how it backfired, and why France and the Nordics will become the new AI infrastructure hubs.40:00 Startup ecosystem: the good, the bad, the bureaucraticFrom Munich's deep tech boom to notary nightmares, ESOP fixes, GmbH limitations, and how founders are learning to hack the system.55:00 The rise of Solo GPsThe team discusses the American roots, European trajectory, operator funds, fund-of-funds appetite, and why founders increasingly prefer solo GPs.01:00:00 AI CornerOpenAI's trillion-dollar capex future, Google's TPU resurgence, Anthropic momentum, Michael Burry shorting AI (and why it's misguided), and the geopolitics of compute.

Adam Kobeissi, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of The Kobeissi Letter, joins Zaid Admani to break down whether Google's TPU push is a real threat to Nvidia, which Big Tech giant is most likely to hit a $10 trillion valuation first, whether AI has effectively become too big to fail, and how labor-market weakness is pushing the Fed toward more rate cuts. Kobeissi explains why he thinks the S&P 500 will continue to go higher, and why investors will get left behind if they don't own assets.

ChatGPT fête ses 3 ans : retour sur une révolution technologique désormais ancrée dans nos usages. Google rebondit avec Gemini 3 et relance la bataille de l'IA face à OpenAI. Apple patauge. Les robots prolifèrent… mais sauront-ils prendre soin de leur hygiène ?Partenariat : Free Pro, le meilleur de Free pour les entreprisesAvec François Sorel (BFM Tech & Co) et Bruno Guglielminetti (moncarnet.com)ChatGPT a 3 ans : quel bilan pour l'IA générative ?Lancé en catimini le 30 novembre 2022, ChatGPT compte aujourd'hui plus de 800 millions d'utilisateurs hebdomadaires. Une progression fulgurante, marquée par l'intégration de l'interface vocale et la mémoire conversationnelle. François Sorel salue une nouvelle ergonomie technologique. Bruno Guglielminetti partage des usages concrets, bluffants, parfois presque… thérapeutiques. On s'accorde sur le risque de paresse cognitive qui nous guette. ChatGPT n'est pas un cerveau, c'est un outil — et il faut le manier avec recul.Google revient dans la course avec Gemini 3Après l'échec de Bard, Google a sorti Gemini 3, salué pour ses performances. Fait marquant : le modèle tourne en partie sur les puces maison TPU, marquant une rupture avec la dépendance aux GPU Nvidia. Selon certains analystes, Gemini pourrait concurrencer sérieusement OpenAI, au point d'inquiéter Sam Altman lui-même. L'IA, chez Google, devient un produit à part entière, maîtrisé de bout en bout.Apple : des chaussettes et des doutesApple semble en retrait. Malgré la promesse d'Apple Intelligence, peu de concrétisations sont visibles à ce stade. La firme fait davantage parler d'elle avec des produits… inattendus, comme la chaussette pour iPhone, objet statutaire vendu en édition limitée. Des rumeurs de licenciements et de départ de Tim Cook alimentent le sentiment d'une transition floue.Robots humanoïdes : promesses et absurditésTrois nouveaux robots humanoïdes ont été dévoilés ce mois-ci. La France, absente du hardware, pourrait tirer son épingle du jeu via le logiciel embarqué, à condition de légiférer en amont. Et puis, on se pose une question moins anecdotique qu'elle en a l'air : les robots se lavent-ils les mains ? -----------♥️ Soutien : https://mondenumerique.info/don

Welcome to AI Unraveled (From November 24 to November 30, 2025): Your daily strategic briefing on the business impact of AI.This week's headlines mark a pivot point in the industry—from the "scale-at-all-costs" mentality to a focus on efficiency, reasoning, and monetization.Strategic Pillars & Topics

Ranjan Roy from Margins is back for our weekly discussion of the latest tech news. We cover: 1) Black Friday secrets 2) Google may sell its TPUs to Meta and financial institutions 3) Nvidia sends an antsy tweet 4) How does Google's TPU stack up next to NVIDIA's GPUs 5) Could Google package the TPU with cloud services? 6) NVIDIA responds to the criticism 7) HSBC on how much OpenAI needs to earn to cover its investments 8) Thinking about OpenAI's advertising business 9) ChatGPT users lose touch with reality 10) Ilya Sustkever's mysterious product and revenue plans 11) X reveals our locations --- Enjoying Big Technology Podcast? Please rate us five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in your podcast app of choice. Want a discount for Big Technology on Substack + Discord? Here's 25% off for the first year: https://www.bigtechnology.com/subscribe?coupon=0843016b Questions? Feedback? Write to: bigtechnologypodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pre-Thanksgiving chatter from the Lessins' Surf Shack: Jess, Brit, Dave, and Sam pinball from holiday-card automation to trillion-dollar AI geopolitics. Brit trades Minted for Canva+GPT, Jess admits to maintaining a 600-row address spreadsheet, Sam unveils Slow's Etiquette Book, and Dave still can't believe we can't pay in USDC. Don't worry this year's Thanksgiving edition will live up to its hype, the crew gets into the real stuff too: Google's TPU push vs. Nvidia's moat, Meta reportedly buying billions in TPUs, whether Google can shave 10% off Nvidia's revenue, and more.Chapters:06:45 The San Francisco consensus and Silicon Valley's real innovation marketing11:10 Elon Zuck and megaphone-powered distribution14:30 Why interface distribution will decide AI winner17:20 Memory isn't real lock-in switching between ChatGPT and Gemini21:40 OpenAI's identity crisis: Apple-style computer vs Meta-style attention26:30 Google complex vs OpenAI complex how the narrative flipped29:10 Google TPUs vs Nvidia Meta's rumored buying spree33:20 AI infrastructure economics depreciation CapEx margins36:00 Macro vs micro elections risk cycles 40:10 DOE's Genesis Mission and where the analogy breaks44:00 OpenAI's Jony Ive device timeline48:30 Why distribution still beats novelty53:15 Final takeaways: marketing distribution and business-model warsWe're also on ↓X: https://twitter.com/moreorlesspodInstagram: https://instagram.com/moreorlessYouTube: https://youtu.be/7BbWHm3KODwConnect with us here:1) Sam Lessin: https://x.com/lessin2) Dave Morin: https://x.com/davemorin3) Jessica Lessin: https://x.com/Jessicalessin4) Brit Morin: https://x.com/brit

Phil Rosen believes the recent tech sell-off has been overblown and creates new buying opportunities for investors. As for the TPU and GPU discussions surrounding Alphabet (GOOGL) and Nvidia (NVDA), he sees both companies continuing to prosper for the foreseeable future. Phil tells investors to brace for a Santa Claus rally as he sees many headwinds behind markets. He also sees a more dovish FOMC once Jerome Powell leaves his position as Fed chair. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Alle troede chip-giganten Nvidia sad urørligt på tronen og ikke kunne røres. Men så kom Google med deres nyeste version af AI-programmet Gemini, og pludselig ryster jorden under Nvidia. For ikke nok med at Gemini er hurtig og god til specialiserede opgaver. Chip´en - den skåkaldte TPU fra Google er både hurtigere og billigere end Nvidias. Hør i denne Lyn-analyse, hvorfor det gør investorerne nervøse, når Nvidia ellers sidder på 90 procent af chip-markedet for kunstig intelligens. Gæst: Daniel Skinbjerg, journalist, Finans. Vært: Mads Ring. Foto: Dado Ruvic/illustration/Reuters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I det här avsnittet bjuder vi på lite spaningar från Stora Aktiedagen i Kosta som Aktiespararna Kalmar/Nybro/Öland anordnade under veckan samt aktierna som våra kunder favoriserade under månaden. Dessutom pratar vi om skillnaden på en GPU och en TPU som Google (Alphabet) tillverkar och som nu befinner sig i strålkastarljuset.Delikat lyssning på dig,Nicklas & VictorDe pengar som placeras kan både öka och minska i värde och det är inte säkert att du får tillbaka hela det insatta kapitalet. Historisk avkastning är ingen garanti för framtida avkastning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nvidia believes the TPU timeline trails too far behind. They say their design agility is unmatched. We evaluate that agility.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nvidia wants the industry to see TPU limitations clearly. They're using bold messaging to reinforce it. We examine the strategy.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to AI Unraveled, your daily strategic briefing on the business impact of AI. Today, we are pausing the daily news feed to conduct a "State of the Silicon Union." The monolithic dominance of NVIDIA is fracturing. With the release of Google's Gemini 3—trained entirely on non-Nvidia hardware—and rumors of Meta purchasing billions in custom silicon, the industry is entering a phase of acute structural divergence. We are analyzing the "Ironwood" TPU architecture against the Blackwell GPU, the friction of the CUDA-to-JAX migration, and the massive FinOps implications of owning assets vs. renting efficiency.Source: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/gpu-vs-tpu-strategic-divergence-ai-acceleration-architectures-wz6ic Strategic Pillars & Key Takeaways:The Silicon Cold War (Hardware): We break down the technical collision between NVIDIA's Blackwell B200 (General Purpose) and Google's TPU v7 "Ironwood" (Domain Specific). While raw memory and FLOPS are similar, the divergence lies in the interconnect: NVIDIA's copper NVLink vs. Google's optical circuit switching (OCS), which allows for massive, reconfigurable topologies at the "Pod" scale.The Ecosystem Moat (Software): The battle isn't just silicon; it's code. We explore the inertia of the CUDA "virtuous cycle" versus the functional rigidity of JAX. The verdict? Migrating is not a weekend project, and the "human capital" risk of relying on niche JAX developers is a major strategic consideration for the enterprise.FinOps & Asset Reality: The choice between GPU and TPU is a capital allocation decision. NVIDIA GPUs are liquid assets that can be resold (CapEx/Asset), while TPUs are almost exclusively a rented service (OpEx). We analyze why this "depreciation trap" matters for your CFO.The Meta Disruption: We analyze the reports that Meta is negotiating to buy billions of dollars of TPUs, a move that validates the performance of non-NVIDIA silicon and potentially cracks the "walled garden" of Google's hardware monopoly.Host Connection & EngagementNewsletter: Sign up for FREE daily briefings at https://enoumen.substack.comLinkedIn: Connect with Etienne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enoumen/Email: info@djamgatech.comWeb site: https://djamgatech.com/ai-unraveled

一款AI（人工智慧）驅動的新聊天機器人異軍突起，牽動科技股的領頭羊之爭，也促使市場對於美股當紅炸子雞輝達（Nvidia）的需求產生新的疑慮。 文： 樂羽嘉 製作團隊：樂祈 ＊閱讀零時差，點這看全文

Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis explore Google's Nano Banana Pro launch and Jason's unique sit-down with the leaders of Gemini 3, Nvidia's earnings amid AI bubble talks, Google's TPU deal with Meta, and Warner Music's Suno settlement. They also cover Trump's Genesis Mission, Gmail AI concerns, Anthropic Opus 4.5, and Character AI's age ban. Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. Chapters: 6:43 - Google launches Nano Banana Pro, an updated AI image generator powered by Gemini 3 8:21 - Nate B Jones example of how he used Nano Bana Pro 15:33 - Behind the scenes with Google's Gemini team - 3 insights that surprised me the most And these features come to NotebookLM 23:39 - Nvidia's Strong Results Show AI Fears Are Premature 24:30 - Google Further Encroaches on Nvidia's Turf With New AI Chip Push 26:03 - Nvidia's happy for Google 32:18 - What to know about Trump's order for the AI project ‘Genesis Mission' 38:07 - Google denies analyzing your emails for AI training - here's what happened 41:22 - Warner Music Group strikes ‘landmark' deal with Suno; settles copyright lawsuit against AI music generator 44:31 - Suno creators making 7m songs a day; trained on only $2k 51:54 - Anthropic introduces cheaper, more powerful, more efficient Opus 4.5 model 55:36 - Teens Are Saying Tearful Goodbyes to Their AI Companions 58:02 - Jony Ive and Sam Altman say they finally have an AI hardware prototype 58:53 - Sam Altman and Jony Ive have a 'lick' test for OpenAI's mysterious AI device, which they expect within the next 2 years 1:00:43 - OpenAI Partner Foxconn Plans Multibillion-Dollar US AI Push 1:01:34 - Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun is leaving to create his own startup 1:03:09 - Jony Ive and Sam Altman say they finally have an AI hardware prototype Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The media narrative on Google (Alphabet) has flip-flopped again. Suddenly, Google TPUs are "killing" Nvidia, Gemini 3 is here, and the stock is soaring. But is AI dominance really the reason Google stock has doubled since April?In this episode, we dig past the headlines to uncover the real catalyst behind Google's recent stock performance—and it has less to do with the TPU vs. GPU debate and more to do with the clearing fog around major antitrust cases regarding Chrome and Android.We also break down Alphabet's massive $56B R&D spend, their aggressive AI data center CapEx, and why their impressive per-share profit growth makes them a potential "soft hedge" against Nvidia in your semiconductor portfolio. Plus, we touch on why Broadcom remains a key beneficiary of Google's custom silicon build-out.#GoogleStock #Alphabet #Nvidia #TPU #SemiConductors #ChipStockInvestor #AI #Antitrust #BroadcomJoin us on Discord with Semiconductor Insider, sign up on our website: www.chipstockinvestor.com/membershipSupercharge your analysis with AI! Get 15% of your membership with our special link here: https://fiscal.ai/csi/Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b1228c12f284/sign-up-landing-page-short-formChapters[00:00] The Media Flip-Flop on Google AI[01:00] Google's Profitability: EPS & Free Cash Flow Growth[02:22] The Real Catalyst: Antitrust Updates (Chrome & Android)[04:45] Analyzing the $56B R&D Budget: Money Well Spent?[06:20] Google as a "Soft Hedge" for Nvidia & Broadcom's Role[06:50] Conclusion & Upcoming Semis ReportsIf you found this video useful, please make sure to like and subscribe!*********************************************************Affiliate links that are sprinkled in throughout this video. If something catches your eye and you decide to buy it, we might earn a little coffee money. Thanks for helping us (Kasey) fuel our caffeine addiction!Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.Nick and Kasey own shares of Alphabet, Nvidia, Broadcom, Meta, Amazon

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Alle håper på en rettferdig fred for Ukraina. Det fjerner kanskje også krigsprofitør-stempelet på Norge. Olje- og gassprisen faller fordi det er bevegelse i forhandlinger om å få slutt på den russiske angrepskrigen mot Ukraina. Men det er også strukturelle endringer i markedene som gjør at oljeprisen faktisk kan falle langt ned mot 30 dollar, ifølge en fersk analyse fra den amerikanske storbanken JP Morgan.Faller gjør også Nvidia i USA. Det til tross for knallresultater i forrige uke, men vil det vare? Nå har Google utviklet chips (TPU) som kan brukes til å trene KI, og Meta (Facebook) skal være i samtaler med Google om å bruke deres TPU-er. Det kan bety at Nvidias tid som monopolist begynner å nærme seg slutten. Dette snakker vi om i ukens episode av Finansredaksjonen, en podkast som lages av oss i DN. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

La nuova guerra dei chip sta riscrivendo gli equilibri dell'Intelligenza Artificiale. Nvidia, per anni protagonista indiscussa grazie al dominio delle GPU, si trova improvvisamente davanti a un rivale credibile: le TPU di Google. La possibile mossa di Meta, che valuta di spostare una parte dei propri carichi AI sulle soluzioni proprietarie di Google, ribalta una narrativa data per scontata e riapre il dibattito sul futuro dell'infrastruttura AI globale. Una dinamica che ricorda da vicino le distorsioni della bolla dotcom: storie condivise che sembrano solide… finché non lo sono più. Il confronto fra GPU e TPU, le strategie dei big tech, la dipendenza da TSMC, il ruolo dei private markets e la fragilità dei flussi speculativi mostrano come il mercato stia cambiando sotto la superficie. Questo approfondimento analizza i rischi nascosti, gli errori più comuni nelle fasi di boom tecnologico e cosa può insegnare il precedente del 1999 per capire davvero chi sta vincendo e chi, senza accorgersene, sta già perdendo.

00:00 Introducción 00:15 HP anuncia recorte masivo mientras aumenta sus esfuerzos en IA La compañía, que por décadas fue símbolo de estabilidad en la industria de hardware, se encuentra ahora ante un reordenamiento profundo. 01:32 Iniciativa busca bloquear contenido con IA, pero abre riesgo de censura El proyecto busca obligar a operadores de telecomunicaciones y firmas digitales a bloquear contenidos creados con IA para proteger a menores, pero especialistas alertan por riesgos de censura. 02:45 Google va por el dominio de Nvidia en los chips de IA Meta sopesa un acuerdo con Google para usar sus TPU en el entrenamiento de sus modelos de lenguaje y así diversificar su tecnología más allá de los chips de Nvidia.

The battle for AI dominance just intensified. Google's latest press release unveiled major advancements in their TPU chips, raising a big question:

Jessica Inskip turns to the tech trade for today's Big 3 with a focus on headlines between Mag 7 giants Alphabet (GOOGL) and Nvidia (NVDA). She sees significant upside for the Google parent company after acquiring a TPU deal with Meta Platforms (META), though she urges investors not to discount Nvidia and its wide A.I. moat. As for Oracle (ORCL), Jessica expects high reward to balance out high risk in its A.I. spending. Rick Ducat highlights the bearish and bullish trends he sees in the stock charts. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Kevin Green and Diane King Hall talk tech and technicals after Monday's market rally. Nvidia (NVDA) shares are under pressure as Meta Platforms (META) buys TPU chips made by Alphabet's Google (GOOGL). KG discusses the perceived battle between Nvidia and Google, as shares of Alphabet cross the $4T market cap threshold. KG is watching $170 to the downside on the NVDA chart as a level of support to watch and also underlines the potential breakout for another player in the space: Broadcom (AVGO). Later, KG provides his trading range to watch today with the S&P 500 (SPX) upside potential to 6750 and downside support near 6620.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

The Information's Anita Ramaswamy talks with Erin Woo about Google's new strategy to compete with Nvidia by pitching its TPU chips to major companies like Meta and financial institutions for use in their own data centers. We also talk with AI reporter Stephanie Palazzolo about Sam Altman's concern over Google's pretraining advantage with Gemini 3. Next, we get into rising debt funding for Oracle's data center build outs with Finance reporter Miles Kruppa, and Ran Ben-Tzur discusses the IPO market heading into 2026. Finally, we speak with ModelML CEO Chaz Englander about their $75 million Series A round and the use of AI to automate tasks in financial services.Articles discussed on this episode:https://www.theinformation.com/articles/google-encroaches-nvidias-turf-new-ai-chip-pushhttps://www.theinformation.com/articles/oracle-linked-borrowing-binge-worries-lendersTITV airs on YouTube, X and LinkedIn at 10AM PT / 1PM ET. Or check us out wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe to: - The Information on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theinformation- The Information: https://www.theinformation.com/subscribe_hSign up for the AI Agenda newsletter: https://www.theinformation.com/features/ai-agenda

Welcome back to another episode of Upside at the EUVC Podcast, where ⁠Dan Bowyer⁠,⁠ Mads Jensen⁠ of ⁠SuperSeed⁠, ⁠Lomax Ward⁠ of ⁠Outsized Ventures⁠⁠⁠ dissect the stories reshaping European venture, from Helsinki's Slush takeover to China's rising leverage, TPU vs GPU battles, the UK's AI money wave, and why immigrants found half the unicorns in the Western world.This week's episode ranges from Germany's €35B space ambitions to Meta's TPU dealmaking, from cookie law rollbacks to Lithuania's secondhand unicorn, all culminating in one conclusion: Europe's window for action is open, but narrowing.

(0:00) Bestie intros LIVE from The Venetian Las Vegas (1:13) Epstein Files breakdown (10:06) Biggest Epstein questions: where did his money come from? (14:44) Tether's booming business (23:50) Michael Burry vs. Friedberg, Nvidia's blowout quarter and risks for 2026 (35:25) Google's Gemini 3 and TPU breakthrough (42:51) Investing your own money vs. LP capital, why Friedberg returned as a CEO (48:57) Alan Keating joins the show to talk poker strategy, thriving in chaos, risk psychology Special thanks to The Venetian Las Vegas for hosting us!: https://x.com/VenetianVegas Join us at the All-In Holiday Spectacular!: https://allin.com/events Follow the besties: https://x.com/chamath https://x.com/Jason https://x.com/DavidSacks https://x.com/friedberg Follow on X: https://x.com/theallinpod Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theallinpod Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theallinpod Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/allinpod Intro Music Credit: https://rb.gy/tppkzl https://x.com/yung_spielburg Intro Video Credit: https://x.com/TheZachEffect Referenced in the show: https://x.com/RepClayHiggins/status/1990868089056219267 https://x.com/michaeljburry/status/1991289193037746579 https://polymarket.com/event/which-company-has-best-ai-model-end-of-2025 https://x.com/Similarweb/status/1988879389992386897 https://x.com/PokerGO/status/1987406318832132256

Google neemt definitief de leiding in de AI-race met Gemini 3 - het eerste model dat op vrijwel alle benchmarks beter scoort dan GPT-5.1 en andere topmodellen. Het draait volledig op Google's eigen TPU-chips zonder NVIDIA-hardware en wordt direct uitgerold naar 2 miljard Google Search-gebruikers. Het model kan langdurig autonome taken uitvoeren zonder af te dwalen en bouwt interactieve interfaces terwijl je kijkt.Ondertussen rapporteert NVIDIA explosieve groei van 57 miljard dollar omzet, wat angst voor een AI-bubbel tijdelijk wegneemt. Minder geruststellend: Chinese staatshackers gebruikten Claude Code om 30 bedrijven en overheidsinstanties aan te vallen, waarbij AI 80-90% van het hackwerk zelfstandig uitvoerde.Maar, de kers op de taart, vandaag is Pim de Witte, een 30-jarige Nijmegenaar die OpenAI's overnamebod van een half miljard euro afsloeg, langs in de podcast. Zijn bedrijf Medal heeft de werelds grootste database van gaming-videobeelden met meer uploads per jaar dan YouTube. Deze gamebeelden blijken de cruciale grondstof voor “world models”, de volgende stap na taalmodellen die de fysieke 3D-wereld kunnen begrijpen. Gaming-data is ideaal omdat het consistente camera-standpunten heeft, gestandaardiseerde acties en echte mensen die complexe ruimtelijke taken uitvoeren. Terwijl taalmodellen falen bij robots, kunnen world models getraind op gamebeelden mogelijk zelfrijdende auto's, drones en humanoids aansturen. Pim startte General Intuition met 134 miljoen financiering en alle data blijft in Nederland opgeslagen. Hij positioneert zich als Europa's antwoord op Amerikaanse AI-dominantie: “Europa heeft het beste talent voor world modeling, alle goede mensen zitten hier.” Van Demis Hassabis tot John LeCun geloven allemaal dat world models de toekomst zijn - maar alleen Pim heeft de data. Europese Sam Altman?Als je een lezing wil over AI van Wietse of Alexander dan kan dat. Mail ons op lezing@aireport.emailVandaag nog beginnen met AI binnen jouw bedrijf? Ga dan naar deptagency.com/aireport This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.aireport.email/subscribe

Épisode explosif de Comptoir IA avec Ari Kouts, Manager IA chez Wavestone et véritable pionnier du vibe coding en France ! Ari était déjà sur GPT-3 et DALL-E 2 avant tout le monde et partage son parcours fascinant. Il démonte le mythe du “secret” dans l'IA : “Il n'y a pas de secret. Il y a surtout comment on l'utilise, comment on va imbriquer ça dans des workflows.” La vraie valeur n'est pas dans les outils cachés, mais dans la manière de les orchestrer.Trois projets qui décoiffent :

L'intelligence artificielle a un appétit énergétique que la planète peine désormais à satisfaire. À mesure que les besoins électriques explosent, les géants du numérique — Google en tête — lorgnent vers un horizon inattendu : l'espace. Leur idée, baptisée Suncatcher, frôle la science-fiction. Installer des serveurs en orbite, là où l'énergie solaire est ininterrompue et où le refroidissement ne coûte rien. Un pari audacieux, presque démesuré, mais qui traduit l'inquiétude très réelle des entreprises face au mur énergétique qui se profile.Sur le papier, le concept a tout du rêve technologique. Dans l'espace, les panneaux solaires bénéficient d'un ensoleillement continu, sans nuages ni cycle jour-nuit, avec un rendement jusqu'à huit fois supérieur à celui des installations terrestres. Pour Google, ce serait l'équivalent d'un buffet énergétique permanent. Le projet Suncatcher ambitionne ainsi de déployer une constellation de satellites interconnectés, chacun équipé des fameuses puces TPU, ces processeurs conçus pour entraîner les modèles d'IA les plus gourmands. L'ensemble fonctionnerait comme un centre de données décentralisé tournant au-dessus de nos têtes, échappant enfin aux limites du réseau électrique mondial.Mais la réalité spatiale est autrement plus hostile. Google a beau assurer que ses puces ont survécu à des tests de radiation, rien ne garantit qu'elles résisteront des années aux bombardements cosmiques. Autre défi : la gestion de la chaleur. Sans air pour dissiper l'énergie thermique, l'entreprise devra inventer des systèmes de refroidissement totalement nouveaux. Et ce n'est que le début. Pour que cette flotte intelligente fonctionne comme un seul super-ordinateur, les satellites devront communiquer entre eux via des liaisons laser ultra-rapides, tout en maintenant une précision de vol quasi chirurgicale. Un ballet orbital à très haut risque.Une première démonstration est prévue en 2027 avec Planet Labs. Un test décisif : soit il valide le concept, soit il renvoie Suncatcher dans les cartons. Google, de son côté, mise sur une baisse radicale des coûts de lancement d'ici 2030 pour rendre son rêve accessible. Mais pendant qu'il communique, d'autres — notamment la Chine — avancent plus discrètement sur leurs propres constellations énergétiques. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

This week we dive into everything from viral content and controversial sports calls to tech upgrades, shop hacks, and the frustrations of Amazon!Tech and Tool Talk:The iPhone Camera Bump Solution- We solve the biggest problem with modern phones: the stupid camera bump! We pitch solutions to make your phone flat—and give you a 25% larger batteryMac Modernization- Zac reveals his latest crazy electronics project: building a fully modern Mac Mini computer inside an old, iconic iMac G3 shell, complete with an OLED screen and sound system upgradeSharpening Success- Deric details his fantastic experience sharpening his chisels with the Zen-Wu sharpening system and getting a mirror finish that could shave hair off your armsThe TPU Fail- Eric shares the full story of his failed attempt to create a grippy, 3D-printed TPU clamping block to stop miter joints from slippingViral Strategies- We analyze viral content strategies, from a guy whose social media is dedicated to buying and returning the same anvil, to an idea that could give us the next woodworking hitSports Controversy: The guys debate AI umpires in baseball and the arbitrary nature of "traveling" calls in the NBATopics: Woodworking, clamping blocks, 3D printing, flexible filament, tech projects, phone design, hand tool sharpening, business practicesGot a question that you want us to answer? Send us an email at ⁠⁠offthecutpodcast@gmail.com⁠ -------------------------AftershowGet access to the aftershow and unlock tons of cool perks over on Patreon-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/offthecutpodcast⁠  ⁠⁠⁠-------------------------Hang Out with UsWatch the live stream of the podcast on YouTube!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRJPIp6OaffQtvCZ2AtWWQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-------------------------Pick Up Some Merch!Off The Cut Podcast- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.spencleydesignco.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   -------------------------Follow ZacInstagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/zacbuilds⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/@ZacBuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@zacbuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠  -------------------------Follow EricInstagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/spencleydesignco⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@spencleydesignco⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@spencleydesignco⁠⁠  ⁠-------------------------Follow DericInstagram/YouTube/TikTok @PecanTreeDesign ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/pecantreedesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ---------------------------This episode is proudly sponsored by:KM Tools - Check out everything they have to offer at ⁠⁠⁠kmtools.com/SPENCLEYDESIGNCO⁠ ⁠WTB Woodworking⁠ - Check out the giveaway over at:⁠https://www.wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway⁠ Gorilla Glue - Built By You; Backed By Gorilla www.gorillatough.com Interested in starting your own podcast? Check out Streamyard: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5926541443858432⁠  ⁠⁠ ⁠#Woodworking #DIY #3DPrinting #Maker #ContentCreation #YouTuber #OffTheCutPodcast #Sponsored #KMTools #WTBWoodworking #GorillaGlue 

Josh tackles why we're still pinning race numbers instead of printing them on jerseys, then dives into the tech story behind Silca's translucent TPU tubes. We talk about real-world marginal gains for everyday riders, and Fatty's recommendations for indoor training setups. Last but not least, you do NOT want to miss Josh's unfiltered take on the UCI–SRAM 10-tooth cog controversy.

Mike Malone and Scott Budman dissect the week's biggest tech stories, starting with the potential impact of the FAA government shutdown on Silicon Valley's supply chain. They cover the news of Google challenging Nvidia's chip dominance with its 7th-gen TPU. The main focus is the staggering $1 trillion pay package approved for Elon Musk by Tesla shareholders, and a look at Microsoft's new AI ethical mandate.

Microsoft Reporter Aaron Holmes talks with TITV Host Akash Pasricha about the $38 billion AWS-OpenAI compute deal and the practical challenges of deploying AI agents in the enterprise. We also talk with StarCloud Co-Founder & CEO Philip Johnston about launching an NVIDIA H100 GPU into space, its core cooling technology, and their business model. Then, Google Cloud VP Oliver Parker discusses their AI go-to-market strategy, the TPU platform, and their strong earnings results, and we get into the enterprise AI adoption hurdles and ServiceNow's heterogeneous chip stack with Vice Chairman Nick Tzitzon. Finally, Tubi CEO Anjali Sud explains how the free, ad-supported streaming service reached profitability and their 'Free Forever' philosophy.Articles discussed on this episode:https://www.theinformation.com/briefings/openai-aws-sign-38-billion-cloud-dealhttps://www.theinformation.com/articles/anthropic-aws-give-customers-ai-agents-helping-handTITV airs on YouTube, X and LinkedIn at 10AM PT / 1PM ET. Or check us out wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe to: - The Information on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theinformation4080/?sub_confirmation=1- The Information: https://www.theinformation.com/subscribe_hSign up for the AI Agenda newsletter: https://www.theinformation.com/features/ai-agenda

On this episode of The Six Five Pod, hosts Patrick Moorhead and Daniel Newman discuss the tech news stories that made headlines this week. The handpicked topics for this week are:   Key Takeaways from NVIDIA GTC and Infrastructure Build-Out: Jensen Huang's keynote delivery. Nvidia's co-architecture approach to power systems, water systems, and manufacturing. Partnerships with Vertiv, Siemens, and GE Vernova for infrastructure development. Key partnership announcements from NVIDIA to build seven supercomputers, competing with AMD's dominance.   OpenAI and Microsoft Partnership Restructuring: Microsoft's $12-13 billion investment for 50/50 partnership structure. Renegotiation allowing OpenAI conversion to a for-profit entity. Microsoft's potential 27% ownership stake valued at approximately $270 billion. Sam Altman's equity position and IPO preparation for a potential trillion-dollar valuation.   Qualcomm's AI Chip Launch: AI 200 and AI 250 announcement driving 20% stock price surge. Strong Wall Street reaction despite limited technical details available. Credible entry into the data center market with scale-up methodology. 2027 timeline for scale-up technologies, including NVLink adoption.   DOE Supercomputer Partnerships: AMD's billion-dollar partnership for two additional supercomputers. Continued dominance in high-performance computing with 64-bit precision. U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright's recent recognition from both NVIDIA's Jensen Huang and AMD's Lisa Su. Highlights of government investments towards winning science across multiple domains.   AWS Anthropic Trainium Partnership: A one-million Trainium chips commitment from Anthropic. Validation of AWS's custom silicon strategy. Recognition that all available chips are selling in the current market. Multi-generation improvement trajectory similar to Google's TPU.   Google Public Sector Event Highlights: Google's military and government sector transformation under Google Cloud CEO, Thomas Kurian. Impressive Gemini for Government agent demonstrations. Seven-minute agent creation showcasing platform capabilities. On-premise GDC deployment with Lockheed Martin for air-gapped AI.   Government Stakes Debate: Discussion of AI, quantum, rare earth minerals, and chip manufacturing.   Federal Reserve Rate Cut: Fed Chairman Powell's extensive data center commentary.   OpenAI Valuation: A trillion-dollar IPO valuation deemed "completely bonkers."   ServiceNow Earnings, Alphabet/Google Earnings, Meta Earnings: Unpacking tech's earnings season.   Microsoft Azure: 40% Azure growth with $400 billion booked business. For a deeper dive into each topic, please click on the links above. Be sure to subscribe to The Six Five Pod so you never miss an episode.

It's spooky week in AI! This week on our Halloween -edition of Mixture of Experts, we chat about Anthropic's new billion-dollar TPU deal with Google Cloud. Plus, NVIDIA announces bringing data centers to outer space. Two different approaches to the future of AI compute that our experts discuss. Then, OpenAI released how they're strengthening ChatGPT's responses to sensitive conversations. We talk AI governance and AI safety. Finally, we discuss the new paper, Underwriting Superintelligence; would you insure your AGI? Join host Tim Hwang and panelists Chris Hay, Gabe GoodHart and Kate Soule on this week's Mixture of Experts. 00:00 – Intro 01:05 – OpenAI goes for profit, NVIDIA's worth USD 5 Trn, and Amazon smart glasses 02:16 – Anthropic TPU announcement 12:49 – Underwriting Superintelligence 27:54 – ChatGPT sensitive conversations 42:14 – NVIDIA Starcloud The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of IBM or any other organization or entity. Subscribe for AI updates → https://www.ibm.com/account/reg/us-en/signup?formid=news-urx-52120 Visit Mixture of Experts podcast page to get more AI content → https://www.ibm.com/think/podcasts/mixture-of-experts #Anthropic #AIchip #NVIDIA #AIinfrastructure #AGI

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AI systems just got a huge context boost. Anthropic adds memory to Claude, OpenAI launches “Company Knowledge” to connect ChatGPT directly to enterprise data, and Microsoft debuts long-term memory and shared context in Copilot. Plus, Oracle's record $38B debt deal to fund AI infrastructure, Google's massive TPU expansion with Anthropic, and a real-world success story showing what vibe coding can do.Brought to you by:KPMG – Discover how AI is transforming possibility into reality. Tune into the new KPMG 'You Can with AI' podcast and unlock insights that will inform smarter decisions inside your enterprise. Listen now and start shaping your future with every episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kpmg.us/AIpodcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AssemblyAI - The best way to build Voice AI apps - ⁠https://www.assemblyai.com/brief⁠Blitzy.com - Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blitzy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to build enterprise software in days, not months Robots & Pencils - Cloud-native AI solutions that power results ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://robotsandpencils.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Agent Readiness Audit from Superintelligent - Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://besuper.ai/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to request your company's agent readiness score.The AI Daily Brief helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI. Subscribe to the podcast version of The AI Daily Brief wherever you listen: https://pod.link/1680633614Interested in sponsoring the show? sponsors@aidailybrief.ai

The gang is back with a spicy opener: Brit calls out Dave for dismissing her “AI-assisted” doc as work slop, while Sam argues lowbrow culture now imitates machines and highbrow culture resists them. We break down OpenAI's early, hallucination-prone Atlas browser and debate whether it's a real agent platform, just memory capture, or total $$$ burn. Sora hype is cooling as TPUs rise—with Jessica noting how The Information's TPU scoop even nudged NVIDIA to move faster. OpenAI's compute could approach ~$45B/year at ~3 GW, forcing new financing models and tough research vs GTM trade-offs—Sam calls it Pascal's Wager for Big Tech. We close on AWS outages, crypto leverage swings, and why “swag is dead,” replaced by bespoke gifting as the new status move. Just another week of your favorite Technology podcast with the Morins and Lessins.Chapters:00:38 — Gang is back: notes on last episode and Yasso bars01:20 — Revisiting last week's “AI Work Slop”: Brit vs. Dave 03:49 — Culture vs. LLMs: highbrow resists, lowbrow imitates07:16 — Bot etiquette: Bot joining Zoom calls and writing thank you letters12:16 — OpenAI Atlas: early tests, hallucinations & agency potential17:29 — Sora hype cools: the consumer AI novelty cycle19:47 — The TPU plot twist: NVIDIA gets pushed to move faster22:40 — $45B compute future: Pascal's Wager for Big Tech29:05 — AWS outages: one-offs vs systemic risk33:29 — The X Game: Mr.Beast, “manual slop,” and the screenshot era43:38 — Swag is dead: bespoke gifting = new status flex53:43 — Sports, socials & 2026 predictionsWe're also on ↓X: https://twitter.com/moreorlesspodInstagram: https://instagram.com/moreorlessYouTube: https://youtu.be/VDYdIoHe4XAConnect with us here:1) Sam Lessin: https://x.com/lessin2) Dave Morin: https://x.com/davemorin3) Jessica Lessin: https://x.com/Jessicalessin4) Brit Morin: https://x.com/brit

In this week's roundup, we discuss the pardon of convicted Binance founder, Changpeng Zhao, the surprising return of a Clippy-inspired "Mico" as Microsoft leans into more personable AI assistants, and OpenAI's acquisition of Sky as the agentic desktop race accelerates. We also cover Anthropic's planned TPU expansion with Google to support enterprise demand and frontier-model training, and we explore reports of the Trump administration eyeing equity stakes in U.S. quantum computing firms. The Chart of the Week highlights current crypto adoption trends. Remember to Stay Current! To learn more, visit us on the web at https://www.morgancreekcap.com/morgan-creek-digital/. To speak to a team member or sign up for additional content, please email mcdigital@morgancreekcap.com Legal Disclaimer This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or a solicitation for the sale of any security, advisory, or other service. Investments related to the themes and ideas discussed may be owned by funds managed by the host and podcast guests. Any conflicts mentioned by the host are subject to change. Listeners should consult their personal financial advisors before making any investment decisions.

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We review the Best Ski Boots for the new 2026 winter season, covering the best piste, all mountain and freeride ski boots.   Host Iain Martin was joined by The Ski Podcast's equipment expert Al Morgan and Frazer Shand, Operations Manager at Profeet. This special episode has been made possible by the Profeet Ski Boot Lab, based in south-west London. Profeet offer expert ski boot fitting, custom insoles and ski boot modifications. SHOW NOTES Watch our ‘Best Skis of 2026' video Ski Boot definitions and terms…  Shell (4:00)  Last (4:30)  Mondopoint (5:45)  Flex (7:15)  Liner (8:45)  BOA (10:15)  Powerstrap (12:30)  Walk mode and Grip Walk (13:30) Sustainability (16:30) Function, Fit and Footbeds (18:15) Find out about the fitting process at the Profeet Ski Boot Lab (18:45)  Profeet start with a biomechanical analysis and foot scan (19:45) Custom insoles (23:00) Customisation (24:00) Visiting the Dalbello factory (34:00) Get your free tickets to the London Snow Show (55:45) Profeet will be exhibiting at the London Snow Show (56:30) THE BEST SKI BOOTS OF 2026   Piste and All-Mountain Ski Boots K2 Cortex Zonal 120 BOA(26:30) £625 SIZES (MP): 24.5 - 28.5 VOLUME: Low LAST (mm): 96 – 98              WEIGHT (per boot): 2,179g (26.5MP) These are incredible boots, delivering a ton of support and superb hold, in a flex that will work far better for most skiers. K2 has offered single BOA on higher-volume boots previously, but the Cortex is the slimmest profile they've integrated this into, and this time you get the benefit of the dial and cable system on the shell and cuff, on the Zonal models.   Non-Zonal Cortex models have BOA only over the foot. The softer material over the instep makes it a tad easier to get into the boot, and aids shell wrapping, when you dial in the snugness. The heel has a slimmer internal profile than their other boots, and the lace-up liner adds to the excellent hold you get.    You also get a cam power strap, which is not that common on 120 flex boots, and I much prefer this strap to a Velcro option. There are two bolts on the spine, and you can remove the top one if you want a more forgiving flex profile. They offer the Cortex range right up to the £725, all-singing, all-dancing 140 flex model, which is the only one with pin inserts in the toe. Dalbello Veloce Space 120 Dual(32:00) £580 SIZES (MP): 24.5 - 30.5  VOLUME: Medium  LAST (mm): 101  FLEX: 120 WEIGHT (per boot): 2,050g (27.5MP) This is the first season Dalbello has offered BOA on their boots, and they've added Dual and Single BOA models to their range, in this new Veloce Space line. Dual BOA is available on the 105, 120 and 130 flex models.    The shell and cuff on the 120 are made of PU. They inject differing hardnesses of plastic, to take advantage of the phenomenal wrap you get with the BOA system. It also makes the boots easier to get on. The mouldable liner is beautifully comfortable, and the Adaptive Tongue construction, integrating memory foam, is so nice for the shins, also helping with instep comfort. The pre-shaped Ankle Sense zones enhance the heel hold.  The 120 is also available in a single BOA (£540), with regular cuff buckle closure, like the 110, 100, 95 and 85. These single BOA versions get a lever you can release on the spine, allowing an easier walking motion. Head Kalibre 110 MV BOA 2(36:00) £510 SIZES (MP): 25.0 - 30.5  VOLUME: Medium LAST (mm): 100 WEIGHT (per boot): No stated weights    This is Head's Dual BOA offering and is totally new. The Kalibre boots have a clean aesthetic. They inject different hardnesses or plastic into the shell, to take advantage of the superb wrap of the BOA H+i1 system.  Kaliber, like many BOA offerings, is a medium volume fit, with 100mm last. They have a new liner for this range too, called Synapse. They weave in Graphene for tech-level temperature regulation.  The 110 has a Velcro power strap, although £600 130 flex has a claw strap. The Kaliber line features a greater range of flexes in single BOA and four clip versions, but the BOA2 models are pretty awesome. This is the only 110 flex dual BOA model we know of for this season. Freeride Ski Boots   Rossignol Alltrack 130 Elite LV LT GW (40:30) £625  SIZES (MP): 24.0 – 29.5  WALK MODE: Y, no stated ROM VOLUME: Low LAST (mm): 98  FLEX: 130  WEIGHT (per boot): 1,825g (no stated size)  The Alltrack line has been redesigned for this season. They've added BOA to shell of the 102mm HV models, but we tested the narrow-last Elite LT model, which has tech inserts in the toe and heel.  Even though these are 98mm last, low-volume boots, they have more room inside than some other LV boots in this category. They look sensational, have heat-mouldable liners and an innovative ski-walk mode, inspired by the work done developing the Vizion easy (rear) entry boots.  Flip the ski-walk mode lever up, and the rear of the boot can tilt back, with the liner attached to the rear of the cuff with a loop to hold it in place, in order that you can easily slide in. Fasten the buckles, flex forward and the walk mode locks into the ski position, ready for the descent. To tour, flip the rear lever up, loosen the cuff buckles and power strap, and off you go.  This boot skied beautifully, and I just love the way the Dual Core shells flex.   Armada AR One 130 (43:00) £580 SIZES (MP): 24.5 - 29.5 WALK MODE: N  VOLUME: Medium LAST (mm): 100 FLEX: 130  WEIGHT (per boot):100g (26.5MP) The AR One is Armada's first ever ski boot and it's a very impressive hybrid cabrio design blending Alpine and freeski design. Designed by Armada, it's built in partnership with their sister company, Atomic.  It's a medium volume unisex boot, with a 100mm last in a size 26.5MP, in 5 flexes. The 120 and 130 are only available from 24.5MP and up, whilst the 90, 100 and 110 go down to 23.5MP.  The heat mouldable shell and liner, along with excellent out-of-the-box shaping, ensures a very comfy, and customisable, fit. A tool free volume adjuster lets you create space for pressured calves, and most parts are user replaceable, improving sustainability. The top three flexes are pure PU shell, cuff and tongue, for a smooth ride. The rubber boot board does a fab job of smoothing landings and judders. The buckle setup is very different, especially the instep buckle and cable Y-configuration, securely holding you in the heel pocket.  The 130 and 110 share the Team liner, whilst the others have the Pro Liner, which lacks the repositionable tongue, which allows you to adjust volume and fit over the foot. The elasticate claw power-strap on these two flexes is a superb, but the others only get a Velcro strap. Toe pin inserts on the 130 allows use with hybrid bindings like the Shift, Duke PT and the new ATK Hy.  This is a fabulous downhill ski boot, with excellent lateral response, impressive power, it's smooth with great damping and superb heel hold.  Scarpa 4 Quattro GT Woman (45:45) £580                                  SIZES (MP):  22.5 – 27.0 WALK MODE: Y, 61° ROM  VOLUME: Medium LAST (mm): 101 FLEX: 90 / 110  WEIGHT (per boot): 1,510g (25.0MP)   The 4-Quattro range has been an incredible success, especially the XT model which has been a benchmark freeride touring boot in recent seasons. Scarpa's dropped the XT for this winter, but they've updated the SL, they still have the 4-Quattro Pro, which Nikolai Schirmer uses and helped develop, and they've added in a new GT model in a woman's and man's version.  The GT has a roomier fit, has a new 4Pro Flex GT Intuition liner, and is the warmest 4-Quattro model. You get a Velcro power strap, rather than a claw version seen on the others, and it's made using Desmopan plastic for the shell and cuff, rather than Pebax Renew, although all Quattro models have a Pebax tongue. The Desmopan CQ MBC uses bio-circular TPU, enhancing the sustainability, and reducing the CO2 footprint. You don't get the Carbon Core construction of the SL or Pro, but the GT skis better.    They're an easier flex for lighter or less aggressive riders, and the fact these are such great value is a bonus. PROFEET'S CHOICE Technica Mach1 LV 130, £550 (48:30) Updated for this season with a fully redesigned shell and liner, offering a touch more instep depth but still an excellent low volume fit. From a boot fitter point of view, they are also a pleasure to work on with design features allowing for easier customisation of the shell. Feedback (51:00) I enjoy all feedback about the show, so if you enjoyed this episode, or if you have any questions about skis we didn't cover, then please let us know by leaving a comment at Instagram or Facebook – we are @theskipodcast – or by dropping me an email theskipodcast@gmail.com. You can also follow us on WhatsApp for exclusive material released ahead of the podcast. Adam Matthews on Instagram enjoyed our ‘Best Skis' episode: “Great podcast. Been looking forward to this since last year's episode” Rick on YouTube loved Al's choice of the Volkl V.Werks 100: “I rode this a lot last winter, so much that I crashed and busted my knee. But seriously, it´s an absolutely amazing ski.” There are now 276 episodes of The Ski Podcast to catch up with. You can do that too, there is so much to listen to in our back catalog, just go to theskipodcast.com and search around the tags and categories: you're bound to find something of interest.   If you enjoyed this episode and would like to help the podcast, there are three things you can do:   -          you can follow us, or subscribe, so you never miss an episode -          you can give us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a comment on Spotify -          And, if you're booking ski hire this winter, don't forget that you can help The Ski Podcast and save yourself some money on your ski hire by using the code ‘SKIPODCAST' when you book at intersportrent.com. You'll get a guaranteed additional discount, or simply take this link for your discount to be automatically applied. 

It's not TGTBTM if we don't try and tackle a unique foreign language film with beautiful filmmaking. Get ready to get drunk and listen to "Another Round", where a group of friends try to improve their lives by always having their BAC be at least 0.05%. What school subject do we both secretly wish we could teach? How did the handheld 20 questions game perform so well? And who is NEUMANN?! Tune in this week to find out all this and more, but only on "The Good, The Bad, & The Movies"!P.S. Check out these links to stay connected with TGTBTMDiscord: https://discord.gg/rKuMYcKvYoutube: https://youtu.be/1ouve3f-tpU

We review the Best Skis for the new 2026 winter season, covering the best piste skis, best all mountain skis and freeride skis. Host Iain Martin was joined by The Ski Podcast's equipment expert Al Morgan.  Tirol in Austria sponsors The Ski Podcast, which means that this winter we'll be able to find out more about some of the great destinations in Tirol, and how you can connect with the wonderful ‘feeling of life' there.  SHOW NOTES Iain and Al will be at the London Snow Show in October (3:00) Best Skis of 2026 means the best skis of winter 2025/26 (4:00) What are the different types of skis (4:15) How important is that figure for width under your foot? (7:45) What is meant by ‘side cut'? (10:00) What is a ‘rocker? (12:00) How long should your skis be? (15:15) Is sustainability still important in ski production? (18:45) The Ski Sustainability Forum is organised by POW, Atomic and FESI (21:00) When and where did testing take place? (22:15) SIGB is the Snowsport Industries of Great Britain (22:45) Most testing takes place at SIGB's annual ski test in La Clusaz (23:15) How much do bindings cost? (25:00) THE BEST PISTE SKIS OF WINTER 2026  K2 Blur 74 W (women) (26:30) £600 / 148cm-169cm Blur is K2's new piste ski range for winter 25/26. The 74W has a little lift through the front and back, is built around their aspen wood core and uses Flax with channels milled into it.  They only do this in this ski and the Blur 79W to enhance agility. It should also save a little weight, although the 74 is about performance and a perfect partner for advanced and expert female skiers shredding the groomers.   It has a 13.9m radius in the longest length and testers reported it as silky smooth, easy to ski yet snappy, with great boost turn-to-turn. It's super reactive underfoot, quick to pivot and rotate for short turns.  Nordica Dobermann Multipista DC FDT (29:00) £930 including binding, 160cm-185cm The Multipista is new for this season, focussed equally on fun and performance. It may look similar to the Steadfast skis in its outline, but there's a lot more going on than simply a curvy figure.  It has Dobermann in the name, which hints at this ski's powerful drive, and when you open the throttle you're rewarded by the bucketload!  The rise though the front and back, paired with the taper at each end, means you never feel like your locked into a turn. It can lay trenches on the groomers, but if you want to nip off the side, take on some slush or get a little airtime, it's as composed as you could ask for.   It's built around their Energy 2 Ti Double Core (DC) construction. An elastomer layer is sandwiched between two beech and poplar wood cores, beefed up by two layers of Titanal metal, one above the wood-elastomer sandwich and one below.  Even though Nordica states the ski as having a Full Camber Profile, it has a longer rise through the shovel and tail than a regular full camber ski. This rocker profile is part of the Multipista's magic, bringing a delightfully versatile nature. The tapered profile through the shovel and tail further adds to its performance across a range of conditions. The 74mm waist width, in all lengths, partners with their race on-piste shape underfoot for confidence-rocketing grip. This width is bang-on the money, with plenty of punch through the edge and enough float and stability to tackle a broad array of terrain and snow conditions. THE BEST ALL MOUNTAIN SKIS OF WINTER 2026 Völkl V.Werks 100(32:00) £1,750 flat, 170cm-186cm Völkl has taken all they've learnt from ski manufacturing and turned the dial up to eleven with this ski! The company was founded in 1923, and in honour of this they have made exactly 1923 of these skis, with a retail price of €1923.   This ski is see-through. If you place your hand behind the ski, when holding it up to the light, you can see where your hand is. It's quite spectacular. It also highlights the complex structure they've perfected for the fibre placement.  They combine carbon and natural flax fibres, which work in harmony with the superb 3D H-Woodcore. This is made of two enviro friendly FSC-certified poplar and beech cores, with a central reinforcement, and this all has a very noticeable and technical 3D shape.  The fibres, translucent layer and wood core allows the designers to transfer the movements and forces from the skier through the ski and to the edges, for a ridiculously intuitive control. You get a regular camber underfoot but enough rocker in the shovel and tail for a mega-versatile shape. Atomic Maven 88 CTI (Women) (35:00) £570 without bindings, 147cm-172cm   This ski is based around an ash and poplar wood core, boosted by the addition of carbon and Titanal. These laminates add greater damping and energy to the ski, whilst helping to keep the ski light.  The change of shape through the shovel, as we saw in the wider Maverick and Maven models last season, keeps this ski incredibly playful. This HRZN 3D Maverick/Maven tech sees the wood core extend right up to the very front of the ski, designed to improve stability and smoothness when charging hard.  These skis can certainly be skied fast, but the thing you notice most with all skis with HRZN tech is just how much it enhances the fun nature of the skis. They are not twin-tips, and have a directional shape, although the rise in the back means you can ski switch if you really want to. Atomic builds in a 15% rocker through the shovel and a 10% rocker at the back, with standard camber in the middle of the ski. Salomon Stance Pro 86(Unisex) (38:00) £640 flat, 151cm-185cm   Salomon's Stance range sees significant change, taking what were already great skis and making them industry leading.  It has a full poplar wood core, with the Powerflex Ti metal layer sitting full width underfoot and tapering out in front of and behind the binding. The metal edge is made thicker to aid grip and power, and will endure more services, therefore lasting longer. The base has a 50% recycled content. The profile delivers regular camber underfoot with a 15% rocker through the front and a milder 12% rocker at the rear. THE BEST FREERIDE SKIS OF WINTER 2026 (40:00) Head Kore 99 Ti W(Women) (40:30) £650 without bindings, 156cm-177cm   The Kore skis are redesigned for this season. This 99mm underfoot model has the same length options as the women's Kore 97 of last season, but otherwise it's a very different ski.  Where the men's new Kore skis use beech and karuba, the women's Kore models combine poplar with PET (polyethylene terephthalate), which is a thermoplastic polyester polymer. Think of your favourite fleece, and the chances are it's made of the same material.  This is complimented by a layer of Titanal, using at least 40% recycled material, above and below the core, along with a Graphene layer between the metal and top of the core. They add a damping layer between the bottom metal layer and the edges of the ski, to further smoothen the ride.  Again, as in the men's, they add flax to the boundary of the topsheet to improve durability. Rocker front and back, with standard camber underfoot, gives the ski it's undeniable freeride profile.   Salomon QST 100(Unisex) (43:30) £570 without bindings, 148cm-188cm   New for this season in widths ranging from 92 through to 106, the 100 is an incredible freeride ski and was a hit with everyone at testing. It's a unisex model, offered in a choice of two colours.  The new QST's have full poplar wood cores with basalt and glass fibres, as well as Salomon's proven Cork Damplifier, where they inlay a cork and TPU border at the tip and tail to dampen vibrations. The 106 has a 22% rocker up front and 18% rocker in the tail. As you step down in width to 100 then 94, they reduce the rocker proportion by 1% at each end, for each drop in width.   FEEDBACK I enjoy all feedback about the show, so if you enjoyed this episode, or if you have any questions about skis we didn't cover, then please let us know by leaving a comment at Instagram or Facebook – we are @theskipodcast – or by dropping me an email theskipodcast@gmail.com There are now 273 episodes of The Ski Podcast to catch up with. There is so much to listen to in our back catalog, just go to theskipodcast.com and search around the tags and categories: you're bound to find something of interest.   If you enjoyed this episode and would like to help the podcast, there are three things you can do:   -          Follow us, or subscribe, so you never miss an episode -          Give us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a comment on Spotify -          Help The Ski Podcast and save yourself some money on your ski hire by using the code ‘SKIPODCAST' when you book at intersportrent.com. You'll get a guaranteed additional discount, or simply take this link for your discount to be automatically applied.  You can also follow us on WhatsApp for exclusive material released ahead of the podcast.

This week, we look back at the breakthroughs and challenges unveiled at SEMICON 2025 in Taipei, and preview the upcoming Taiwan Tech Summit in Silicon Valley—two events that showcase Taiwan's central role in the global tech arena. SEMICON 2025：AI and Advanced Packaging at the Forefront The 2025 International Semiconductor Exhibition (SEMICON 2025) in Taipei celebrated its 30th anniversary with a record scale: 1,200 companies from 56 countries, 4,100 booths, and nearly 100,000 attendees. Highlights included AI, high-performance computing, and advanced packaging technologies such as 3D IC and chiplets, alongside themes like automotive semiconductors, robotics, sustainability, and cybersecurity. Industry leaders from TSMC, Google, Infineon, and NXP debated power and talent challenges while unveiling innovations like Google's latest TPU and SK Hynix's HBM4 memory. Taiwan Tech Summit 2025 debuts in Santa Clara Taiwan Tech Summit 2025 gathered over 3,500 professionals at the Santa Clara Convention Center, highlighting Taiwan's ambition to evolve from a semiconductor hub into a global innovation leader. The event featured forums on AI, biotech, design, and cross-border entrepreneurship, alongside a Demo Day where startups with proven traction pitched for international investment. The Summit underscored Taiwan's determination to become not just a supplier of hardware but a partner in shaping the future of AI, biotech, and human-centered technology. It marked both a milestone and a call to action for Taiwan's global innovation journey. Powered by Firstory Hosting

Choosing the right polymer for your plastic parts can significantly impact the success of your product. In this episode, Adrian and Paul Adams from Sofeast explore the most common polymers used in manufacturing, from everyday workhorses like ABS to high-performance engineering plastics and sustainable bioplastics. They cover the strengths, weaknesses, and real-world applications of each group, plus share a cautionary case study where a material change led to product failure. The episode wraps up with advice on additives, testing, and key considerations to ensure your material choice supports your product's success.   Episode Sections: 00:00 – Introduction 00:55 – Why Polymer Selection Matters 04:49 – ABS and Its Blends – The Workhorse Polymer 08:27 – Commodity Polymers – PP, PC, HDPE 16:20 – Engineering Polymers – Nylon, POM, PCTG 26:19 – Case Study: A Costly Material Change 32:42 – Flexible & Sustainable Options 38:42 – Key Additives and Modifiers 40:17 – Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways   Need help choosing the right polymer for your product? Contact us for a conversation.   Related content... Plastic Injection Molding Questions: 17 FAQs Businesses Need Answers To Plastic Enclosures for Electronics Projects (Plastics Sourcing Guide) How to Test Plastic Material Properties Avoiding 9 Plastic Injection Molding Defects: Key Preventive Measures Injection Mold Textures: How to Choose the Right One? Polymer Selection Guide: Summary Table                     Polymer Family Key Strength & "Personality" Typical Tensile Strength (MPa) Typical Impact (Izod, J/m) Key Limitations Best For Applications Like... COMMODITY / WORKHORSE POLYMERS           PP (Polypropylene) The Low-Cost Champion 25 - 40 20 - 80 Poor UV resistance, difficult to bond, can be brittle with fillers. Food containers, living hinges, consumer goods, automotive interiors. Lightweight, chemical resistant, versatile. HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) The Chemical & Moisture Barrier 20 - 30 40 - 200 Low strength and stiffness, poor temperature resistance. Milk jugs, shampoo bottles, chemical tanks, food-safe packaging. Excellent chemical resistance, moisture barrier, food-safe. ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) The All-Rounder 40 - 50 200 - 400 Poor UV and weather resistance, low heat resistance. Electronic housings, automotive trim, consumer product shells, LEGOs. Best balance of strength, rigidity, impact, and surface finish. ENGINEERING / PERFORMANCE POLYMERS           PC (Polycarbonate) The Impact-Resistant Shield 55 - 75 600 - 850 Prone to scratching, susceptible to chemical stress cracking. Safety glasses, bullet-resistant windows, transparent machine guards, electronic covers. Exceptional impact strength, transparent, high heat resistance. PC+ABS Blend The Balanced Hybrid 45 - 55 300 - 500 Properties are a compromise; not as good as pure PC or ABS in their top traits. Automotive dashboards, laptop housings, power tool bodies. Perfect balance of PC's strength/heat and ABS's processability/finish. PA (Nylon / Polyamide) The Strong & Tough Workhorse 80 - 120* 40 - 150 Absorbs moisture, which affects dimensions and properties. Gears, bearings, automotive under-hood parts, mechanical components. High strength, stiffness, wear resistance, and heat resistance. (with 30% GF) POM (Acetal) The Precision Engineer 60 - 70 60 - 120 Poor resistance to strong acids and bases. Precision gears, conveyor belts, fasteners, zippers, fuel systems. High stiffness, low friction, excellent fatigue resistance. PCTG (Tritan™) The Tough & Safe Transparent 50 - 55 700 - 900 Higher cost than PC or ABS. Medical devices, baby bottles, small appliances, drinkware. High clarity, excellent impact/chemical resistance, BPA-free. FLEXIBLE / ELASTOMERIC POLYMERS           TPE (General) The Soft & Squishy Gripper 20-Oct N/A (Elongation: 300-600%) Lower durability and chemical resistance than TPU/TPV. Soft-grip handles, bottle stoppers, squeezable toys. Soft, flexible, easy to process, cost-effective elastomer. TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) The Abrasion-Resistant Tank 25 - 35 N/A (Elongation: 400-600%) Can be susceptible to humidity during processing. Phone cases, watch bands, athletic shoe soles, protective covers. Extreme abrasion and tear resistance, tough, flexible. TPV (Thermoplastic Vulcanizate) The Weather-Resistant Seal 15-Oct N/A (Elongation: 300-500%) Softer, less rigid than TPU. Automotive seals & gaskets, weather-stripping, outdoor hose coatings. Excellent heat, weather, and UV resistance like traditional rubber. SPECIALTY / SUSTAINABLE POLYMERS           PLA (Polylactic Acid) The Sustainable Candidate 50 - 70* 15 - 30 (Brittle) Very brittle, low heat resistance, degrades in humid environments. Disposable cutlery, packaging, 3D printing filament (prototyping). Biodegradable, bio-based, rigid. (highly variable) Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB

The Dirt Division is in Chamonix for UTMB, so the crew is coming to you live from their little chalet. The gang recaps their time so far, including the ETC race which Thomas and Karl participated in. Taylor also recaps his experience racing Leadville 100. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!LMNTWe're in the full swing of marathon training, so get your 1,000 mg of sodium plus other key electrolytes that will restore balance to your life after any hard effort. You'll also get an 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase, so don't miss out: http://drinklmnt.com/thedropLA SPORTIVAPossibly the best trail shoe of 2025, the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro is crafted for ultrarunners, trail addicts, or anyone chasing their next big effort. With XFlow Speed, a dual-super critical nitrogen-infused EVA and TPU midsole technology, AND an ultralight Power Wire mesh upper - it's responsive, durable, and ready for any terrain. Go farther, go faster! Shop the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: https://rei.pxf.io/gOXQy0INDEX0:00 - Intro1:35 - Chamonix So Far / ETC Race49:38 - Taylor's Recap of Leadville 100

This Episodes Questions: Recently discovered your podcast on Spotify. Looking to upgrade from my JGAurora A5S. I'm wanting to start printing some small functional parts that will be used outdoors with ASA. Just wondering your take on the Centuri Carbon vs k1 vs P1S. All claim to print well with ASA. Looking to save money, but willing to pay a little more for a P1S if it is that much better. How does the print quality compare between these 3 machines especially for materials like ASA and are the extra features of a P1S or K1 in your opinion worth the increase in price from the elegoo? I don't mind tinkering a little bit with a cheaper machine, but I also want it to be reliable out of the box. Thanks! Jon I currently own a Bambu Labs P1S and I'm very happy with it. However, I'd like to get a second 3D printer dedicated solely to printing TPU. That way, I can keep the Bambu available for PLA and other materials. The TPU I plan to use is 85A shore hardness, and I'll mainly be printing RC crawler tire inserts. Appearance of the print isn't important—just functionality. Really enjoy the show! Thanks. Dan

Robbe is currently losing his lungs in Colorado as he gets ready to help Taylor run the Leadville 100, but we got this podcast recorded before he self-destructed. I mean, we kind of self-destructed by diving into things we know nothing about, like carnival games at the doctor's office, WNBA, and declaring the day after the Super Bowl an official federal holiday. Enjoy your day off, you're welcome. Oh yeah, we also talk about two shoes that dropped out of nowhere, the all-new Asics Sonicblast and Megablast. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!LA SPORTIVAPossibly the best trail shoe of 2025, the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro is crafted for ultrarunners, trail addicts, or anyone chasing their next big effort. With XFlow Speed, a dual-super critical nitrogen-infused EVA and TPU midsole technology, AND an ultralight Power Wire mesh upper - it's responsive, durable, and ready for any terrain. Go farther, go faster! Shop the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro: https://rei.pxf.io/gOXQy0LMNTThomas is mixing and matching flavors, Robbe is tapped into the Mango Chili, but whatever you go with, just know you're getting 1,000 mg of sodium plus other key electrolytes that will restore balance to your life after any hard effort. You'll also get an 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase, so don't miss out: http://drinklmnt.com/thedropINDEX0:00 - Intro4:48 - Getting Weighed at the Doctor's Office8:18 - Asics Metaspeed Ray + Balloons17:38 - WNBA 21:39 - Move Her Mind Event Series (Louisville, KY)35:02 - Fall Marathons, Weekend Trail Races, La Sportiva Prodigio Pro48:03 - Robbe and Taylor at Leadville 100 / Reese at TransRockies53:30 - $10 on a Starbucks Gift Card and a Dream55:33 - Super Bowl Sunday Scheduling Suggestions 57:28 - Muppets and Other Assorted Haunting '80s Characters 1:03:12 - Tracksmith Trail Collection1:15:04 - Our Beloved Running Staples1:22:35 - Asics Sonicblast + Megablast, Miscellaneous End-of-Episode Talk