248 episodes

The FYI - For Your Innovation Podcast offers an intellectual discussion on recent developments across disruptive innovation—driven by research, news, controversies, companies, and technological breakthroughs. Hosted by ARK Invest, ARK and guests provide a unique perspective on how to best understand disruptive innovation.

FYI - For Your Innovation ARK Invest

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    • 4.3 • 7 Ratings

The FYI - For Your Innovation Podcast offers an intellectual discussion on recent developments across disruptive innovation—driven by research, news, controversies, companies, and technological breakthroughs. Hosted by ARK Invest, ARK and guests provide a unique perspective on how to best understand disruptive innovation.

    Peter Diamandis and Cathie Wood on Longevity, AI, and Bitcoin

    Peter Diamandis and Cathie Wood on Longevity, AI, and Bitcoin

    On this episode, CEO and CIO Cathie Wood and Chief Investment Strategist Charlie Roberts sit down with entrepreneur Peter Diamandis to explore the forefront of healthcare innovation, artificial intelligence (AI), and the evolving role of digital assets like bitcoin. Diamandis, known for his contributions to space exploration, longevity, and breakthrough technologies, shares his insights on extending the health span, the transformative potential of genome sequencing, and the convergence of AI and robotics in shaping our future. With a keen eye on the financial markets and investment trends, he also delves into the resurgence of bitcoin and its positioning as a foundational layer of the new wave of money. Join us as Peter offers a compelling look at why he believes the future is brighter than we think, underscored by the rapid pace of innovation and the opportunities it presents for a healthier, wealthier, and more technologically advanced world.Key Points From This Episode:* Differentiating healthcare from sick care and the focus on health span extension* The significance of genome sequencing and editing in longevity and health* Peter Diamandis' journey in longevity, mentioning various technological advances* The potential and implications of AI, robotics, and their convergence in future technologies* Discussion on the financial markets, investment trends, and the impact of biotech* Insights into Bitcoin's resurgence and its role as a digital financial layer* The debate on the pace of AI development and ethical considerations* Future predictions for AI applications and the transformative potential of Bitcoin* Reflections on the importance of investing in innovation and the future's technological landscape

    • 57 min
    NVIDIA Charges Forward in the AI Era and Gaming’s “YouTube Moment” | The Brainstorm EP 41

    NVIDIA Charges Forward in the AI Era and Gaming’s “YouTube Moment” | The Brainstorm EP 41

    Are we at a pivot point for the gaming industry? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Next Generation Internet Director of Research Frank Downing to discuss the recent NVIDIA announcements as well as shifts in the gaming industry.If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.Key Points From This Episode:* NVIDIA announces exciting new AI related products* Gaming may be having it's "YouTube moment"For more updates on Public.com:Website: https://public.com/YouTube: @publicinvestTwitter: https://twitter.com/public

    • 30 min
    The Power Of Fitness Wearables with Stanford’s Dr. Michael Snyder

    The Power Of Fitness Wearables with Stanford’s Dr. Michael Snyder

    On this episode of FYI, hosts Nemo Marjanovic and Charles Roberts speak with Professor Dr. Michael Snyder, a leading figure in genomics and personalized medicine. The discussion traverses Snyder's work in genomics, systems biology, and the utilization of wearables for health monitoring. Professor Snyder outlines the potential of comprehensive multiomics analysis and artificial intelligence (AI) in predicting and preventing diseases, emphasizing the integration of lifestyle modifications and technology in extending human longevity. The conversation also covers the challenges and future directions of personalized medicine, offering insights into remote monitoring, longitudinal health tracking, and the critical role of data in transforming healthcare from reactive to proactive."Wearables...measuring you 24/7...We realized they're pretty powerful health monitors...and they'll measure way more than that...seeing shifts. We put too much emphasis on absolute value." -@SnyderShotKey Points From This Episode:*  Professor Snyder's journey into genomics and the inception of systems biology* Genomics in medicine: predictive and preventive care* The role of AI and machine learning (ML) in unraveling complex genetic diseases* Leveraging wearables for continuous health monitoring and disease prediction* The importance of longitudinal data in understanding individual health trajectories* Remote monitoring and micro-sampling: the future of healthcare* Impact of lifestyle choices on health and disease prevention* The potential of the human cell atlas and spatial methods in pathology* Challenges of integrating comprehensive omics data into clinical practice* The vision for a future where healthcare is personalized, predictive, and preventive

    • 47 min
    Ethereum's Dencun Upgrade and The Starship Launch | The Brainstorm EP 40

    Ethereum's Dencun Upgrade and The Starship Launch | The Brainstorm EP 40

    We are one step closer to Mars! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Research Associate Lorenzo Valente to discuss Ethereum's new Dencun upgrade as well as the recent launch of the SpaceX Starship.If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.Key Points From This Episode:* Ethereum's Dencun upgrade* SpaceX Starship launchFor more updates on Public.com:Website: https://public.com/YouTube: @publicinvestTwitter: https://twitter.com/public

    • 22 min
    CEO Don Burnette: Kodiak's Autonomous Trucking Innovations

    CEO Don Burnette: Kodiak's Autonomous Trucking Innovations

    On this episode of "For Your Innovation," we engage with Don Burnette, founder and CEO of Kodiak Robotics, to explore their journey and aspirations of autonomous trucking. With insights into Kodiak's unique approach to overcoming the industry's challenges, the episode delves into the technological advancements and strategic partnerships that propel the company forward. Emphasizing proprietary data's pivotal role and innovative strategies for safety and redundancy, the conversation sheds light on how Kodiak is navigating the future of transportation. This episode offers a glimpse into the readiness of autonomous trucking technology for deployment, potentially starting a new era of efficiency and safety on the roads."Our trucks can drive almost 24/7, whereas manually driven trucks are limited by hours of service. So, each driver is limited to about 11 hours per day. But on average, trucks are only moving in a useful way for about seven hours per day. So, the trucks are very underutilized today and we can nearly triple that asset utilization, which allows the companies to effectively triple their revenues. For the same number of assets, right?" - @don_burnetteKey Points From This Episode:* Introduction to Don Burnette and Kodiak Robotics' mission in autonomous trucking* The evolution of Don's career from Google to founding Kodiak Robotics* Discussion on the importance of proprietary data in advancing autonomous trucking* Kodiak's approach to real-time perception over traditional mapping for navigation* Highlighting the significance of Kodiak's 2.5 million miles of driverless data* The role of partnerships in developing and deploying autonomous trucking solutions* The strategic advantage of not relying on predefined maps for route navigation* Kodiak's innovative strategies for safety and redundancy in driverless technology* The impact of AI advancements on Kodiak's autonomous driving technology* Future outlook and the readiness of autonomous trucking technology for deployment

    • 49 min
    Rivian’s New Vehicles and Starlink May Be Coming to Your Device Soon | The Brainstorm EP 39

    Rivian’s New Vehicles and Starlink May Be Coming to Your Device Soon | The Brainstorm EP 39

    Rivian has resurrected Steve Job's "One More Thing..." This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous discuss the launch of not one, not two, but three new Rivian's as well as Starlink's new direct-to-device service.If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.Key Points From This Episode:* Rivian Launches Three New Vehicles* Starlink Has a New Direct-to-device ServiceFor more updates on Public.com:Website: https://public.com/YouTube: @publicinvestTwitter: https://twitter.com/public

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