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Today’s show:

Jason is back to break down the news: Bill Ackman's SPARC (1:32), Unity CEO steps down due to developer revolt over pricing changes (15:33), the AI operating cost problem (32:17), the latest on SBF's trial (45:32), and more!

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Time stamps:

(0:00) Jason kicks off the show

(1:32) Bill Ackman's SPARC

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(15:33) Unity CEO steps down over developer revolt, importance of getting pricing right

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(26:05) Lyft looks to get rid of surge pricing

(32:17) Big tech firms are losing money on AI tools due to high operating costs

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(38:43) Google's Project Green Light: AI is helping cities like Seattle reduce carbon emissions from cars by optimizing traffic lights

(45:32) SBF Trial Update

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LINKS:

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/29/bill-ackmans-spac-gets-green-light-from-the-sec-and-hes-looking-for-something-to-buy.html

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