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EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 12 MIN

Episode 234: AI Health, Brand Crises, & VC Unicorns

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Join Brian Swichkow as he unpacks a day of significant tech and business news. Discover how OpenAI and Utah are revolutionizing healthcare with AI, from personalized health chats to autonomous prescription refills. We then explore Amazon's 'Bee' wearable evolution and Lenovo's new AI assistant. Delve into the financial heats of the AI race with Anthropic's massive funding and Google Classroom's Gemini-powered podcasts. Learn how Hilton's swift crisis management sets a new standard for brands, Spotify's move for video podcast ads, and Semafor's success amidst news industry shifts. Plus, we'll explain why VCs chase 'unicorns,' Polymarket's expansion, Trump's housing proposal, and Warner Bros. Discovery's rejection of Paramount's bid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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