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Steve Ispas and David Lam

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Silicon Valley Front Row. Join us as we talk tech from a dialectical lens. You will hear about innovations, developments, and the other side too: addictions and potential problems. You’ll also join the conversation as we bring in experts, look at trends, and solutions to issues that shape how we live.

6D AGO

Follow the Money: California High-Speed Rail & The Climate Change Industry

In this eye-opening episode of Silicon Valley Front Row, meteorologist and ""Climate Cult"" author Brian Sussman reveals the shocking truth behind California's high-speed rail project and the climate change narrative. Brian Sussman challenges conventional climate narratives with his background as a meteorologist, explaining how temperatures were 2 degrees warmer from 900-1300 AD and why natural climate variation doesn't equal catastrophe. Is the climate agenda really about the environment, or is it about money and political power? Watch to find out. #ClimateChange #CaliforniaRail #BrianSussman #FollowTheMoney #Recycling

14 min
JAN 31

AI is Now Writing More News Than Humans?

Is the article you're reading written by a human or a robot? In this episode of Silicon Valley Front Row, we discuss the ""quiet takeover"" of AI in journalism. With reports suggesting AI is now producing more content than humans, are we witnessing the ""Dead Internet Theory"" in real time? 0:00 - Intro: The Quiet Takeover of AI 0:44 - Shocking Stat: AI Producing More Content Than Humans? 1:40 - Study Reveals: 9% of Local News is AI-Generated 2:12 - Can You Tell the Difference? (Quality vs. Speed) 4:30 - The Spider-Man Analogy: Is Photojournalism Dead? 6:09 - Why Local Papers Are desperate for AI (The Revenue Crisis) 9:00 - Transparency & Ethics: The Epoch Times' Strict No-AI Policy 10:30 - Viewer Comments: Star Trek Warp Drive Debate (Impossible vs. Physics) 15:55 - Question of the Week: Would You Read News Written by AI? #AIJournalism #ArtificialIntelligence #DeadInternetTheory #MediaTrends #SiliconValleyFrontRow #FutureOfNews #TechNews #StarTrek #WarpDrive

12 min
JAN 25

Chinese Scam Ads Exposed: The $18 Billion Secret You Need to Know

In this episode, David Lam and Steve Ispas discuss how Meta relies heavily on Chinese advertisers (accounting for 10% of total revenue, or nearly $18 billion), even as the platform is flooded with illegal gambling, pornography, and counterfeit goods scams. 0:00 - Intro: The Rise of Chinese Scam Ads 0:48 - Why Meta Disbanded the Team Fighting These Scams 2:55 - Examples: Gambling, Porn, and Fake "Clearance" Sales 4:00 - How Chinese Scam Ads Generate $18 Billion for Meta 8:30 - "Indefensible": Insiders React to the Scandal 12:35 - US Senators Call for Investigation into Chinese Ads 13:40 - Viewer Comments: Data Privacy & Tech Ethics 16:56 - Question: Have You Been Targeted by Chinese Scam Ads? Have you spotted any obvious Chinese scam ads on your feed recently? Did you report them, and did Meta take action? Let us know in the comments! #ChineseScamAds #MetaScams #FacebookFraud #SiliconValleyFrontRow #TechNews #OnlineSafety #AdFraud #ConsumerAlert

11 min
JAN 17

Elon Musk’s $1.5 Trillion Secret: AI Data Centers in Space?

Elon Musk is positioning SpaceX to solve the most significant bottleneck in the artificial intelligence industry: power. In this episode of Silicon Valley Front Row, hosts Steve Spas and David Lam discuss the strategic move to place AI data centers in outer space. With projections suggesting AI could require one-third of global power by 2030, the shift to orbit could provide a permanent solution to energy and cooling constraints on Earth. We analyze the rumored 2026 SpaceX IPO, which aims to raise a record $30 billion at a $1.5 trillion valuation. The discussion covers how SpaceX’s existing satellite infrastructure and 24/7 solar access could create an AI monopoly that bypasses traditional land, water, and zoning restrictions faced by companies like Oracle and Nvidia. Major Talking Points 0:00 – The AI energy crisis and the 2030 power demand 0:32 – SpaceX’s 2026 IPO and Musk's plan for AI dominance 2:10 – Why data centers in space solve the cooling and power problem 4:04 – Financials: The $30 billion raise and $1.5 trillion valuation 6:21 – Starlink’s potential to surpass Earth’s power generation Elon Musk, SpaceX, AI infrastructure, SpaceX IPO, Starlink, Data Centers, Artificial Intelligence, Space Tech, Tech Investment, Energy Crisis, Silicon Valley, Satellite Technology.

9 min
JAN 10

AI’s Most Dangerous Turning Point

Artificial intelligence is advancing fast—but what happens when it moves beyond human-level intelligence? In this episode of Silicon Valley Front Row, the panel explores the three stages of AI development: Artificial Narrow Intelligence (ANI), Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and the most debated—and feared—stage, Artificial Superintelligence (ASI). The conversation examines what ASI could mean for jobs, governments, national security, and global stability. Drawing on expert predictions and AI-generated analysis, the discussion covers scenarios ranging from mass job displacement and social upheaval to unprecedented scientific and medical breakthroughs. The panel also addresses why governments may treat ASI as a national emergency, how geopolitical competition could accelerate its development, and why alignment between AI systems and human values remains the central challenge. With estimates placing ASI anywhere from a few years to potentially this decade, the episode raises urgent questions about preparedness, regulation, and control as AI approaches a turning point unlike any before.

13 min
JAN 3

ASI Is Closer Than You Think | Here's Why We're Unprepared

In this explosive interview with AI venture capitalist Samir, we explore the most critical questions facing humanity as we race toward Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI). Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction: The ASI Question 2:15 - What is Superintelligence? 5:30 - The $100M Scientist Phenomenon 8:45 - Timeline: When Will ASI Arrive? 12:20 - Government Secrecy Concerns 15:10 - AI Implementation Advice for Startups 18:35 - The Energy Crisis Problem 22:50 - AI Safety & Alignment Issues 28:15 - Viewer Comment: The Matrix Scenario 35:40 - Wrap-up & Questions for Viewers #ArtificialIntelligence #SuperAI #ASI #AIAlignment #AISafety #MachineLearning #TechFuture #AIBubble #QuantumComputing #siliconvalley Silicon Valley Front Row. Join us as we talk tech from a dialectical lens. You will hear about innovations, developments, and the other side too: addictions and potential problems. You’ll also join the conversation as we bring in experts, look at trends, and solutions to issues that shape how we live.

18 min
12/31/2025

Godfather of AI Warns: AI Could Become Uncontrollable

In this eye-opening episode of Silicon Valley Front Row, we dive deep into the dangers of artificial intelligence with insights from Geoffrey Hinton, widely known as the ""Godfather of AI"" and Nobel Prize winner. What We Cover: Geoffrey Hinton's stark warnings about AI's existential threats How AI is being weaponized for mass surveillance (including the Cisco-CCP case) The rise of Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI) and what it means for humanity Short-term risks: echo chambers, authoritarian surveillance, and cyber attacks Long-term threats: AI-created viruses and autonomous lethal weapons Why digital beings more intelligent than humans could become uncontrollable Key Highlights: Former FBI Director Christopher Wray's warning about China opening a new counter-intelligence case every 10 hours The potential for AI to override its own safety rules Expert perspectives on AI regulation and safeguards Geoffrey Hinton, the pioneer of artificial neural networks, warns that we urgently need research on preventing these advanced AI systems from wanting to take control. ""They are no longer science fiction."" What do YOU think? Drop your comments below about AI risks and whether governments are doing enough to regulate this technology. Subscribe for more tech insights and AI discussions! #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #GeoffreyHinton #TechEthics #AIRisks #SiliconValley #MachineLearning #AIRegulation Silicon Valley Front Row. Join us as we talk tech from a dialectical lens. You will hear about innovations, developments, and the other side too: addictions and potential problems. You’ll also join the conversation as we bring in experts, look at trends, and solutions to issues that shape how we live.

12 min
12/27/2025

AI Profitability: 1999 Dot-Com Bubble, or Sustainable?

The year is 2025, approaching 2026. Concerns loom over the profitability of ChatGPT, and artificial intelligence systems. Are the massive investments going to pay off? Can we compare the current AI market to the 1999-2000 dot-com and 2008 real estate bubbles? Samir Kumar, an investor, co-founder and general partner at Touring Capital, shares his insight. Chapters IntroTrillions in spending into AI infrastructureSamir says ROI pattern differs from 90's dotcom fiber buildoutAI demand versus profitability and revenueIPOs, unicorns, decacorns, and 'triceratops'Part 2 to be continued.. on Super AI More about Samir Kumar https://touringcapital.com/samir-kumar/ =====Steve Ispas and David Lam on Silicon Valley Front Row (SVFR)#aibubble #chatgpt #dotcombubble"

14 min

Silicon Valley Front Row. Join us as we talk tech from a dialectical lens. You will hear about innovations, developments, and the other side too: addictions and potential problems. You’ll also join the conversation as we bring in experts, look at trends, and solutions to issues that shape how we live.

Creator

Steve Ispas and David Lam
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

24
Rating

Clean
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Silicon Valley Front Row