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The Jackson Hole NewsGuide has issued an alert for a missing man from Maryland. He was last known to be scouting for elk, a trip he began a week prior to the report. The alert serves to inform the public about the situation, though no further details on the man's identity or the search efforts were provided in the subject line.

Stealth Startup Spy 269 spotlights founders and companies emerging from stealth mode. Key launches include Ping AI, an AI chat for teams by ex-MetaGoogle exec Mel Foody; Guardianly, an AI call assistant from AI veteran Jinsong Tan; MAI Agents for business growth; Orange Fennec, an AI parenting co-pilot; and Surface AI for conversion optimization. The issue also tracks influential talent going into stealth, including Badri Rajasekar (ex-Hopin CEO), Joaquim Lecha (ex-Typeform CEO), and executives from GitHub, Cruise, and Meta.

This newsletter features an excerpt from Tara Couture's book, 'Radiance of the Ordinary.' Couture contrasts the romanticized image of farm life with its reality of intense physical labor. She describes her self-sufficient life in Ontario, where peaceful moments are earned through the hard work of farming, raising animals, and preserving food. She argues that true fulfillment comes not from avoiding difficulty but from embracing it, choosing a 'big life' rich with simple, profound experiences over a more financially lucrative but less meaningful existence.

The focus of cold email has shifted from open rates to reply rates. Success in 2025 hinges on using small, targeted lists of 50 or fewer recipients, which generate triple the replies of mass blasts. Key strategies include personalization in the first few lines, using 2-3 value-added follow-ups, and building trust with custom sending domains while avoiding tracking pixels. A solid technical foundation, including list hygiene and authenticated domains, is crucial for deliverability and getting responses.

This issue of The Browser newsletter, titled 'Bus Art', highlights two media picks. The first is a podcast episode from 'Criminal' called 'The Bus Ride', which recounts the true story of a small-time drug dealer who rescued dozens of people during Hurricane Katrina by stealing a school bus. The second recommendation is a warm, humorous short film about art critics who disdain photorealism. The email notes that these are just the audio and video picks from the full daily newsletter.

The author discusses their shift to an Essentialist mindset, which posits that if you don't prioritize your life, someone else will. Key takeaways include understanding the power of choice (every 'yes' is a 'no' to something else), focusing on 'less, but better' for greater impact, taking pauses to reflect, and setting boundaries. The core principle is summarized by the quote, "If it's not a yes, it's a no," emphasizing that saying no is a form of self-respect that protects one's energy for what is truly essential.

Meta's AI hiring spree is facing challenges as high-profile recruits, including a ChatGPT co-creator, have exited within weeks of joining. In development news, Anthropic is preparing a web version of Claude Code to rival OpenAI's Codex, featuring a browser interface and GitHub integration. A security demonstration reveals AgentHopper, an AI virus that uses prompt injection to operate across agents. Other topics include a study on AI models reinforcing delusional thinking, advancements in vector search with 8-bit rotational quantization, and xAI suing a former employee for trade secret theft.

Commonwealth Fusion Systems, a company aiming to commercialize fusion energy, has secured 863 million in a Series B2 funding round. This brings its total funding to nearly 3 billion, representing about a third of all global private investment in fusion. The new capital will be used to complete its SPARC fusion demonstration machine and further develop its first commercial power plant, ARC. CEO Bob Mumgaard stated the funding reflects investor confidence in the company's progress toward creating a new source of clean, limitless energy.

New York City may now have more Muslims than Jews, a demographic race with significant political implications. This trend is compared to Canada, Britain, and France, where growing Muslim populations are seen as a factor in their governments moving to recognize a Palestinian state. While the U.S. government does not collect religious affiliation data, making NYC's numbers harder to confirm, available evidence suggests the city is following a global trend of Islamic population growth driven by birth rates and migration.

The perception of retail investors has shifted from undisciplined gamblers to sophisticated, self-directed individuals who now represent over one-third of the stock market. These investors leverage online resources and have recently outperformed hedge funds. To cater to this group, Anthony Pompliano is hosting the first Independent Investor Summit in NYC on September 12th. The event will feature fireside chats with various experts on topics like AI, bitcoin, and options trading, aiming to provide actionable investment ideas and networking opportunities.

Carrie Sheffield critiques media bias, contrasting the lack of coverage for Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears with the praise for Stacey Abrams. She notes low Democrat approval and population shifts to red states as evidence of GOP policy success. Sheffield also highlights "The Revival Generation," a documentary about a Christian movement on college campuses, and discusses her book "Motorhome Prophecies," which connects prayer to improved mental health, a link she says science is now confirming.

This issue of The Grapevine Newsletter focuses on "Second Summer" on Martha's Vineyard, the quieter period after the busy August season. It features a story on an oyster tour with Signature Oyster of Katama Bay and highlights the 20th Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival. The newsletter also includes a vendor spotlight on private chef Marta Azzollini of Marta's Kitchen MV and provides a comprehensive calendar of events for September and October, including Tivoli Day and the Vineyard Artisans Fall Festival.

xAI is suing former engineer Xuechen Li, alleging he stole trade secrets before joining OpenAI. Meta's relationship with Scale AI is reportedly fracturing, with Meta turning to competitors like Surge and Mercor due to data quality concerns. Contrary to expectations, the cost of using cutting-edge AI is increasing as models perform more 'thinking,' consuming more tokens. Other stories include breakthroughs in hypertension and breast cancer treatments, a deep dive into defense tech company Anduril, and an analysis of different AI-assisted development approaches.

This Lettermeme newsletter synthesizes insights from various sources on major current topics. Key themes include the multifaceted impact of AI on healthcare, entertainment, and business, alongside the intensifying US-China tech competition. It also covers concerns regarding Trump administration policies, a shifting US economic outlook with squeezed consumer confidence, and notable venture capital activity. Other discussed issues include healthcare's move toward prevention, free speech debates, and geopolitical tensions.

A federal appeals court has declared Trump's global tariffs under the IEEPA illegal, a decision pending Supreme Court appeal. Meanwhile, the leaders of China and India met to de-escalate border tensions. The Trump administration deployed warships to the Caribbean targeting a Venezuelan cartel. A new study shows Wegovy significantly reduces cardiovascular risks compared to Zepbound. Scientific breakthroughs include a potential method to reverse age-related weight gain by rejuvenating 'beige fat' and the discovery that mitochondrial glutathione drives cancer metastasis, offering new therapeutic targets.

This edition of The Front Page from The Free Press focuses on the trend in modern education to devalue factual knowledge, such as spelling, in favor of creativity, as detailed by teacher Dan Lerman. It also highlights Ted Gioia's warning that AI could overwhelm society with falsehoods. The newsletter rounds up other news, including the Trump administration sending ICE officers to Boston, a security summit in Beijing hosted by Xi Jinping, and American companies warning of price increases due to tariffs and economic pressures.

This installment of "This Week In Techdirt History" looks back at stories from the last week of August in 2020, 2015, and 2010. Five years ago, topics included law enforcement using data brokers to bypass warrants and the ongoing Epic vs. Apple battle. Ten years ago, the focus was on Ashley Madison's DMCA abuse after its data leak and rightsholders shutting down fan creations. Fifteen years ago, the newsletter covered trademark disputes involving "Harry Popper" condoms and legal attacks on tech companies like Craigslist by attorneys general.

A new TechMates podcast episode features Ari Tulla, CEO of Elo Health and founder of BetterDoctor. He discusses his journey from Nokia to health tech, advocating for a shift from 'sick-care' to prevention. Key topics include using AI as a 'quarterback' to unify health data from wearables and labs, the central role of nutrition, and leadership insights on building trust. Tulla also shares a strategy for framing the ROI of prevention by segmenting the market into the already sick versus the healthy.

The narrator details the eviction of Marilyn and her children and her unsuccessful attempt to get them into a specific shelter. Feeling that her efforts were enabling and her mentoring role was over after the children left school, she steps back. The family enters a different shelter, losing their possessions. The author arranges a Christmas outing but ultimately withdraws completely, frustrated by Marilyn's refusal to accept help that required personal responsibility and tired of their endless, self-perpetuated troubles.

President Trump is significantly reducing the National Security Council staff to under 150, relying on a small group of advisers, a move critics say is harmful. Other key topics include uncertainty over the Federal Reserve's future interest rate decisions amid political pressure, a new Trump family crypto deal valued at over half a billion dollars, and a drop in mortgage rates to a 10-month low. The newsletter also contrasts the U.S. focus on advanced AI with China's push for more practical applications and notes the growing financial strain on America's middle class.

This guest newsletter from Five Books highlights an interview with Matthew Johnson, Professor of Public Policy at Northumbria University. He discusses the political philosophy, mechanics, and potential outcomes of Universal Basic Income (UBI) and recommends five key books on the topic. The piece explores whether UBI is a viable and transformative policy.

This issue of The Ankler kicks off fall festival season with reports from Venice and Telluride, highlighting the premiere of "Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere," and previews extensive coverage of the upcoming Toronto International Film Festival. The newsletter emphasizes the rapidly changing entertainment landscape, citing the reimagined "Wizard of Oz" at the Sphere, the rise of TikTok Live creators, and Netflix's surprise hit "KPop Demon Hunters." It also provides a roundup of recent articles on Hollywood's political silence, job search AI, and a shift towards original content.

Joe Nocera reflects on Stephen Sondheim's 1990 'The Gun Song' from the musical Assassins, finding its lyrics a chilling premonition of America's mass shooting epidemic. The song contrasts the effort to make a gun with the simple act of firing it. Nocera argues that the motivations Sondheim explored for presidential assassinsa desire for attention, resentment, and a sense of failureare the same psychological factors driving today's mass shooters, whose acts are enabled by the easy availability of weapons.

This newsletter features an interview with Ben Collins, CEO of Woz, an AI platform that allows anyone to build a software business without coding. Woz uses AI agents to mimic engineering and product teams, compressing company creation from months to days. Collins emphasizes that while automation handles 80 of the work, a human layer is crucial for the 'last mile' to ensure quality and build trust. The discussion also covers how go-to-market (GTM) strategies for AI-native companies must differ from traditional SaaS, focusing on brand and new, deflationary models.

"Anna's Deep Dives" presents a comprehensive look at the "inflammation crisis," arguing that low-grade, chronic inflammation is the underlying cause of most modern diseases. It's a better health predictor than cholesterol and is linked to heart disease, diabetes, and more, affecting 6 in 10 US adults. The newsletter outlines a six-part series exploring the science behind inflammation, its connection to specific diseases, modern lifestyle drivers (diet, stress, sleep), and potential interventions, from diagnostics to public health policy.

This email from the Launch Co newsletter announces the All In Summit, scheduled to take place in Los Angeles from September 7-9. The body of the email is brief, containing only a link for the recipient to view the full post on the web. The purpose is to inform subscribers about the event and guide them to the website for more information, as no further details are provided in the email itself.

This essay explores the nature of evil and how to defeat it through the lens of the Saint George and the dragon legend. It argues that evil is a perversion of the natural, making it subtly tolerable at first. It emerges from stagnant, neglected places and its influence is deceptive, harming from a distance like the dragon's poisonous breath. Ultimately, evil's goal is the destruction of innocence, achieved through escalating demands and bargaining, starting with small concessions and ending with the sacrifice of the pure.

This newsletter from FIRE's 'Eternally Radical Idea' addresses the erosion of civic discourse and the importance of free speech. Key topics include FIRE's consistent, principled defense of expression against threats from all sides, as noted in a response to a New York Times article. It also covers the constitutionality of flag burning, censorship of student newspapers at UT-Dallas, a Fifth Circuit ruling protecting drag shows, and international issues like a Saudi Arabian AI chatbot with a built-in moral code and a UK age verification law prompting a surge in VPN use.

The author retracts a previous estimate of data center water consumption (66 million gallonsday), admitting they misread a Lawrence Berkeley Lab (LBL) report. The report's actual figure is much higher, around 628 million gallonsday. However, the author argues this number is inflated because the LBL methodology controversially includes massive water evaporation from hydroelectric dams and ignores that major data centers use Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for renewable energy like wind and solar, which consume no water. The author's revised estimate is closer to 200-250 million gallonsday.

WSJ. Magazine showcases its latest digital cover featuring model Awar Odhiang in tailored power suits, a key fall trend. The issue includes an interview with new style director Willow Lindley, who discusses her creative vision, the concept behind the shoot, and her cinematic approach to fashion storytelling. The newsletter also links to articles about designer Donna Karan, entertainment mogul David Geffen, and TV host Hoda Kotb.

A roundup of top stories from Jackson for August 25-30. Missing hiker Grant Gardner was found deceased in the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Wetter weather has helped slow the growth of the Willow Creek and Dollar Lake wildfires. Other key stories include a black bear sighting in a Teton Village neighborhood, the opening of the new Mike Yokel playground, and a significant 90 cut in federal funding for Wyoming's SNAP education program, effective in October. The weather is expected to clear for the Labor Day weekend.

The author highlights strengthening economic data outside the US, contrasting it with high market expectations for an AI boom that may not materialize without a broad productivity increase. Key US data to watch this week includes housing prices, labor market indicators, and the PCE report, with a focus on real consumption. In response to the Federal Reserve's perceived dovish pivot to prioritize the labor market, the author is adjusting their thematic portfolio by removing a broad short on assets and adding a short position on the US dollar (DXY).

The SP 500 surpassed 6,500 for the first time on hopes of a Fed rate cut, but a higher-than-expected inflation report erased some gains. Gold rallied on dual demand as both an inflation hedge and a bet on lower rates. Key company news included NVIDIA falling on weak China guidance, Tesla dropping due to a slump in European sales, and Eli Lilly surging after positive trial results for its oral obesity drug. Banks performed well on 'soft landing' optimism, while Berkshire Hathaway's investment boosted UnitedHealth Group.

Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time in a year, citing financial instability and flagging travel demand, but will continue to operate. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is moving to cut 4.9 billion in foreign aid without congressional approval and has revoked former VP Kamala Harris's Secret Service protection. A federal judge is also quickly weighing whether President Trump can lawfully fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Additionally, Kraft Heinz is reportedly nearing a plan to break itself up into two separate companies.

This issue highlights a 300M Aspen compound featuring a private lake, a 74-acre estate, and an 18,466 sq. ft. lodge with resort-style amenities. The newsletter also presents an offer for real estate professionals: a free 14-day trial of 'Estate Elite,' an exclusive membership program. The trial provides access to live workshops and QA sessions with top luxury agents like Josh Flagg and Tracy Tutor, offering strategies to attract high-net-worth clients and navigate the 2025 market.

The Buckrail Daily reports on several key local issues. Firefighters are making significant progress, with increased containment of the Dollar Lake and Willow Tree fires and the rescinding of the closure for the Rim Trail Fire area. In other news, the Teton County Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic faces potential service reductions due to a staff departure. Yellowstone National Park has lifted some fishing restrictions previously in place due to high water temperatures. Additionally, the historic Teton Village home of painter John Clymer has been preserved.

This edition of the Fund Momentum newsletter celebrates its one-year anniversary by launching a new search tool, fundmomentum.vc, providing access to data on over 600 VC and PE funds. The issue highlights 40 new funds raised in late July and August 2025, with details on the first 10, including Lakestar, Airtree, and Energize Ventures. It also features a "Content Corner" with industry articles and a "Stealth Momentum" section identifying new funds and founders. The primary call to action is to subscribe for full access to the fund list.

Vineyard Haven is emerging as a new hub for live music on the Island. The community is also mourning Michael Loberg, who served 15 years on the Tisbury board of health, leaving a legacy in tick research and nitrogen pollution control. In other news, the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) and other groups have filed petitions to suspend offshore wind projects. The newsletter also highlights preparations for the annual fishing Derby, a feature on aquaculture, and upcoming events like the Martha's Vineyard Sound Music Festival.

This edition of 'Bari's Picks' focuses on the Minneapolis church shooting, suggesting the perpetrator was driven by nihilisma conviction that life is meaninglessrather than other political or social motives. It highlights articles by Peter Savodnik on this theme and an interview with a former FBI agent on the spread of nihilistic ideology. The newsletter also features essays on travel and freedom by Paul Kingsnorth and Agnes Callard, and a piece on the engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

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The 'Founder Friday' newsletter spotlights three investment opportunities with experienced operators. South River Capital, led by Eric Islinger, offers mid-to-high teen returns by lending to professional athletes against guaranteed contracts. Tenon Ventures, managed by Nesbitt Hagood and Tony Zona, invests in early-stage deep tech startups in fields like AI and robotics. Morrison Avenue Capital Partners, with Craig Descalzi and Jake Moore, is a Southeast-focused multifamily real estate sponsor with a 13-year track record of disciplined execution.

Expert Dojo shares updates on its global venture capital initiatives. CEO Ashutosh Kumar attended the TiE Delhi-NCR retreat to foster collaboration in India's VC ecosystem, while Managing Partner Brian Mac Mahon discussed the firm's global investment thesis on a webinar. The firm announced partnerships for LA Tech Week's Startup Arena and India's Bharat Pitchathon 4.0, offering platforms for early-stage founders. It also highlighted a portfolio company's success on Shark Tank México and an upcoming webinar on founder storytelling.

Concerned about the uncertain future of cinema, Richard Rushfield visited the Sphere in Las Vegas to see "The Wizard of Oz." He argues that finding new ways to engage audiences with film's legacy is a top priority. He describes the city's excitement for the nearly 90-year-old film and the futuristic atmosphere of the venue. His ultimate verdict on the immersive presentation was overwhelmingly positive, calling it "f-ing amazing" and a potentially vital new direction for the cinematic experience.

This email from Semafor Technology, titled "AI psychosis," introduces a discussion on artificial intelligence systems exhibiting behaviors that resemble human psychosis. The content likely explores the phenomenon of AI models generating unpredictable or reality-detached outputs, a growing concern in the field.

Joel Lonsdale interviews Senator Eric Schmitt about his fight against government overreach. As Missouri Attorney General, Schmitt sued the Biden administration for colluding with Big Tech on censorship (Missouri v Biden), an action he says exposed massive government intrusion. They also discuss his lawsuit against China over COVID, his Senate priorities like preventing Supreme Court packing and defending redistricting, and his views on AI's potential for both censorship and re-shoring manufacturing.

This newsletter analyzes the recent debate around "non-consensus" investing, clarifying that a16z's Martin Cansado was highlighting its risks, particularly around follow-on funding. The author distinguishes between being "contrarian" (betting against the crowd) and "non-consensus" (investing where others aren't), favoring the latter. It also announces that Heave, a marketplace for heavy equipment repair, has raised a total of 13M. Finally, it invites referrals for the upcoming "Slow Summer" conference in San Francisco for emerging VCs.

Waymo has increased its US commercial fleet to 2,000 vehicles and tripled its presence in San Francisco. The company also received the first permit to test its autonomous vehicles in New York City, deploying 8 cars with safety drivers in Manhattan and Brooklyn. This move targets the world's largest ride-hail market, though potential labor challenges are anticipated. Other industry news includes Zoox launching its app for SF and Las Vegas, WeRide unveiling a new ADAS system, and ongoing debate between Tesla's camera-only approach and Waymo's multi-sensor system.

Nita Farahany is launching weekly "office hours" for paid subscribers, offering both virtual chat-based and Zoom-based sessions. Additionally, she has provided the assignment for the next AI Law and Policy class, scheduled for the upcoming Wednesday. The assignment requires students to read pages 1-47 of the course packet and watch a series of videos on the debate between open-source and closed-source AI models, including a specific YouTube video from AI360.

The "Hole Highlights" newsletter covers several community topics in the Jackson Hole area. It prominently features the Old Bill's Giving Season, a fundraising campaign for local non-profits, and announces that registration for the Old Bill's Fun Run is open. Other key items include a free Medical Administrative Assistant training program for single moms offered by Climb Wyoming starting Sept. 9, a Labor Day weekend sale at Rendezvous River Sports, and a "Bikes Brews" event at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.

This edition of the TGIF humor column argues that the Democratic party's problem isn't a lack of aggression but a coherent message, compounded by arrogant and ineffective strategists. The author critiques both the left's reaction to prayer after a school shooting and the right's flirtation with nativism. Other topics include the Taylor SwiftTravis Kelce engagement, comedian Marc Maron's 'fascism' claims against Netflix, a humorous spat between Trump and JB Pritzker, and J.D. Vance's historical flub about WWII.

Budget-friendly retailers Dollar General and Dollar Tree are outperforming the market, with stocks up nearly 50 year-to-date, beating the SP 500 and even Nvidia. This trend suggests a broad "flight to value" as consumers stretch their dollars amid inflation and high interest rates. While not a foolproof recession indicator, this investor confidence in discount stores contrasts with other positive economic data, such as strong retail sales and better-than-expected Q2 GDP growth of 3.3, highlighting a potential strain on low- and middle-income households.

The author eulogizes Dr. Sean Cleary, a world-leading 52-year-old surgeon and cancer researcher who died suddenly. Dr. Cleary was a global expert in complex surgeries and a pioneer in robotic surgery, whose work saved thousands. The author, a new patient who saw Dr. Cleary as his last hope against a rare genetic disorder, contrasts the media's silence on this hero's death with the extensive coverage given to entertainers, arguing it reflects a degraded culture that prioritizes substance and true heroes.

Ahead of the government's scheduled release of its July inflation data on August 29, private data for August already shows a cooling trend. The national median rent dipped by 0.2 in August and is down 0.9 compared to the previous year. This highlights how private data providers can be faster and sometimes more accurate than government reports in signaling economic shifts, with falling rent prices suggesting that inflation is receding.

The crypto venture capital landscape in 2025 is fundamentally stronger than previous cycles, having already surpassed 2024's total deal value with over 16 billion raised. This growth is fueled by increased regulatory clarity in the U.S., a surge in strategic MA activity (like Robinhood's Bitstamp acquisition), and a reopened IPO market led by companies like Circle. Capital is shifting towards mature, revenue-driven models and integrating with traditional finance, signaling a new era of strategic consolidation and mainstream adoption for the industry.

ESPN recently launched its "flagship" streaming app, a vertical strategy combining sports, betting, and commerce to target cord-cutters. The author argues this approach treats fandom as passive consumption and contrasts it with The New York Times' successful horizontal model. After acquiring The Athletic, the NYT bundled sports with news, games, and cooking, empowering consumer agency and choice. This has led to significant growth in subscribers and revenue, while ESPN's model faces pressure from high sports rights costs and risks ignoring the modern fan's desire for control.

An email from teresaprovincetownindependent.org serves as a notification that the latest weekly issue of their publication, The Provincetown Independent, is now published. The subject line, "This week's Indie is hot off the press!", clearly indicates that new content is available for readers. The communication's purpose is to alert subscribers to the new edition.

A survey of 1,200 workers on AI in the workplace shows a nuanced perspective beyond media hype. While 85 are familiar with AI, usage varies. Workers hope AI will reduce repetitive tasks and increase efficiency, but their primary concerns are the erosion of meaningful work, declining quality, and job loss. A majority (62) want shared decision-making in AI implementation, yet trust in employers is low and only 60 have received training. Key policy demands include upskilling funds, algorithmic transparency, and safety nets for displaced workers.

This essay expresses concern over AI chatbot biases, focusing on Elon Musk's Grok on X. Unlike Google's authority-based ranking, X's algorithm prioritizes incendiary content for engagement. Grok is trained on these posts, which are rife with misinformation. Musk is actively programming Grok to be "politically incorrect" by training it on user-submitted content, creating a cyclical feedback loop where the AI reinforces and legitimizes biases found on the platform, presenting them as fact to users who increasingly trust AI over humans.

This digest synthesizes perspectives from multiple newsletters on major current events. Key topics include diverse reactions to Trump administration policies, from governmental overreach to fascism. The economic impact of AI is debated, with studies showing job losses for young workers alongside entrepreneurial opportunities. The AI industry sees intense competition, ethical debates on hallucinations and security, and a massive lobbying effort. Other significant topics include the reality of campus cancel culture, escalating US-China tensions over espionage and trade, and a school shooting in Minneapolis.

Significant rainfall is forecasted for Northwest Wyoming, which may help slow wildfires like the Dollar Lake Fire but is not expected to extinguish them. The Teton County Health Department has advised residents to limit exposure to wildfire smoke. Other local news includes a black bear sighting in a Teton Village parking lot, a traffic crash near Hoback Jct., and the closure of the Grassy Arena at the Fairgrounds for a music festival. On a state level, Governor Mark Gordon has ordered flags to fly at half-staff following a school shooting in Minnesota.

The founder of Hamlet discusses the failure of their initial local media venture, noting that residents prefer sensationalism over substantive civic news. The company now sells governance data to businesses. Citing low civic engagement and the collapse of local news, they've launched a new product: a search engine for public meeting videos across the U.S. This tool allows users to search for topics, analyze sentiment, and spot patterns, with the ultimate goal of creating a "C-Span for local government" by highlighting key moments.

Limited Partners (LPs) operate with a 6-12 month information lag when evaluating funds, as data from sources like PitchBook and Preqin is delayed by quarterly reporting cycles. This forces LPs to make allocation decisions based on outdated information, akin to navigating with an old map. A severe, often hidden risk is NAV financing, where a fund takes on debt against its assets. This exposes LPs to unexpected leverage, which can alter risk profiles, delay distributions, and increase potential losses.

The author highlights a critical flaw in private equity investing: LPs rely on data from sources like PitchBook and Preqin that is 6-12 months out of date due to fund reporting cycles. This means LPs are often unaware of recent, significant changes to a fund's risk profile. A key example is undisclosed NAV financing, where a fund takes on debt without the LPs' timely knowledge, potentially leveraging their investment and jeopardizing future distributions.

Despite the ongoing uncertainty of a potential US ban, TikTok Live has surged to become the world's second-largest livestreaming platform. It allows creators to broadcast a wide range of content, from mundane daily activities to unique skills, and monetize it through a micropayment system of digital gifts from viewers. This model is creating substantial income for creators, with some earning millions and turning livestreaming into a full-time career, redefining digital entertainment and the creator economy.

Based on Q2 Product Awards nominees, three major product trends are emerging for 2025. First is the shift to hyper-specialized AI that solves high-value problems in sectors like healthcare and fintech. Second, companies are building compliance and security into their core architecture, turning regulation into a competitive advantage. Third, the strongest products are becoming indispensable by deeply embedding into customer workflows, creating frictionless adoption and high switching costs. These themes point toward a future of product leadership defined by deep domain expertise and compliance-forward design.

The main trend in agentic AI is improving the performance-to-cost ratio, exemplified by DeepSeek's new V3.1 model which matches GPT-5 performance at a 69.2 lower cost. Other major developments include Google expanding its 'AI Mode' in search, Salesforce launching Agentforce for the public sector, and Adobe releasing Acrobat Studio. Key research highlights include Anthropic's AI for nuclear risk detection, OPPO's efficient 'Chain-of-Agents' method, and new techniques for adding reasoning and retrieval to smaller, cheaper models, signaling rapid advancement across the industry.

This article profiles Jody Lewen, president of Mount Tamalpais College, a liberal arts institution for incarcerated people at San Quentin. With a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley, Lewen's work in the prison became a 'deprogramming experience,' forcing her to confront her biases against prison staff and understand the complex socio-economic realities missed by academic critiques. She found a home in Heterodox Academy (HxA) but also critiques its lack of diversity and certain discussion topics, hoping to help the organization expand its reach while bringing heterodox thought to her students.

Professor Nita Farahany's AI Law and Policy class explains the technical architecture of LLMs. Using the example of a lawyer sanctioned for citing fake cases from ChatGPT, the lesson details how AI works by predicting the next most statistically likely word (token). It covers core concepts like parameters (dials controlling word influence), embeddings (mapping words in a "meaning space"), and the transformer model's "attention" mechanism. This process is sophisticated pattern matching, not true understanding, leading to plausible but fictional outputs and complex liability questions.

Unshackled Ventures highlights that while immigrants found a disproportionate number of US unicorns, they often lack a clear path to entrepreneurship. To address this, they are launching U-Labs, an eight-week intensive program in NYC for "day zero" immigrant founders. The program provides mentorship from successful founders like Cristóbal Valenzuela (Runway), immigration guidance, and a supportive community to help them build venture-scale companies. The post announces the program and notes that applications close in four days.

Many common spices undergo industrial sterilization with irradiation or ethylene oxide, a known carcinogen. These processes can destroy nutrients and introduce chemical risks. Additionally, many spices contain seeds, which add inflammatory compounds and bulk instead of flavor. To ensure safety and quality, consumers should choose USDA certified organic spices, which are prohibited from using these sterilization methods. The newsletter highlights Lineage Provisions as a brand that uses organic, non-irradiated, and deseeded spices in its products.

Greg Lukianoff expresses satisfaction with a recent New York Times article about FIRE but offers clarifications on several points. He refutes the idea that FIRE is 'gentle' on religious schools, explains why Florida universities weren't penalized for the 'Stop WOKE Act' (which FIRE defeated in court), and details his deep-seated criticisms of the AAUP's partisanship. He also strongly pushes back against professor Jason Stanley's claim that FIRE created a 'moral panic,' citing extensive data on professor firings to argue that the campus free speech crisis is real and historically unprecedented.

This StreamAlive newsletter announces a live workshop with TagMango CEO Divyanshu Damani on monetizing personal skills and knowledge to create a side income. It also provides updates on two product developments: a new arcade game for virtual presenters is nearing completion, and a new feature has been released for the spinner wheel, allowing hosts to select participants from specific interactions (e.g., a poll) rather than the entire audience.

An MIT report finds 95 of enterprise GenAI projects fail to deliver ROI, mirroring past tech transformations. This is due to a mismatch between general models and specialized business needs, high costs of methods like RAG, and an investment bias towards marketing over back-office automation. The path to success lies in using small, specialized models, focusing on measurable outcomes, and harnessing the 'Shadow AI Economy' where 90 of employees already use personal AI tools, revealing a massive opportunity for enterprise-grade solutions.

Nita Farahany discusses a new paper from Chinese scientists detailing a highly secure brain-computer interface (BCI). The system uses a headset to read brain signals and a 'smart wall' to physically encrypt and transmit them as split, scrambled beams. While innovative in protecting against physical signal interception, Farahany questions its practicality, noting its extremely slow data rate (0.25 bps) and complexity compared to standard encryption. She speculates this military-grade security is designed to defend against sophisticated, nation-state-level surveillance, raising concerns about the future of neural security.

Miguel García Castillo's feature warns creators against scaling too fast, arguing that momentum is often mistaken for operational readiness, which can erode the core business. Using Emma Chamberlain as a model for deliberate growth, the piece advocates for focus over expansion. The newsletter also covers key Bay Area news, including increased VC funding for creator-led startups, Mark Rober's Netflix deal, and a viral 'Performative Male' contest in San Francisco co-hosted by creators Jenny Chrissy.

This article expresses dismay over the disappearance of political activism from traditionally progressive Hollywood Democrats at a critical moment. Despite a long history of engagement, the author notes a complete lack of fundraising or organized opposition to the current administration's actions, which are described as despotic. The author criticizes industry leaders for appeasement and explores several reasons for this inaction, including fear of bosses, lack of political leadership, industry-wide exhaustion, and the chilling effect of tech company culture.

This article introduces ketones as the body's underutilized 'third fuel,' an evolutionarily vital energy source providing stable power for the brain and muscles. While modern diets rely on volatile glucose, exogenous ketone supplements like Ketone-IQ now offer on-demand access. The author advocates for using ketones strategically for 'ketone moments'deep focus, endurance, and recoverypredicting they will become a mainstream component of a future focused on 'metabolic precision.'

Graham Walker's newsletter features several events and resources. It announces an upcoming hands-on workshop on building AI agents for lead tracking with Jacob Bank of Relay.app. It also promotes a live conversation on September 4th with Leslie Feinzaig and Springbank Collective about investing in care infrastructure. The newsletter recaps a recent talk on VC trends with Carta, advising founders on smaller raises and de-risking future rounds. Additionally, it highlights an essay on pitching big visions and a significant funding opportunity via the AWS Impact Bootcamp for underrepresented founders.

Author Peter Leyden posits that America is in its fourth great reinvention, a profound transformation comparable to the Founding, the Civil War era, and the New DealWWII period. This current 20-year cycle (2020s-2040s) is driven by technological revolutions (AI, clean energy, biotech) and existential crises like climate change and threats to democracy. The central task is to build a sustainable, equitable, and inclusive society by reinventing the economy, social fabric, and America's global role. The current political divide is framed as a struggle between those embracing this future and those resisting it.

The article covers two main themes. First, it highlights the "silver tsunami" of retirees as a hyper-growth driver for private credit firms like Apollo, whose insurance arm Athene sees inflows doubling every two years. This trend links retirement products directly to credit markets. Second, it examines the challenges of reshoring manufacturing from China, noting the loss of deflationary benefits (estimated at 10 on import prices) and a 7x labor cost differential. It also analyzes who pays for tariffs, citing a Goldman Sachs estimate that US companies currently bear the brunt but consumers will ultimately pay the most.

Dave's Quick Hits reports on three disruptive trends. First, scientists discovered that a common biological protein (EYFP) is a quantum sensor, potentially revolutionizing medicine and drug discovery. Second, ByteDance open-sourced Seed-OSS-36B, a model with a 512K context window that challenges OpenAI's dominance by drastically cutting costs for developers. Finally, AI hyperscalers are now building their own power grids (solar, batteries) to bypass grid limitations, making co-located compute and energy the new standard.

Mark Halperin announces a brief hiatus for his shows, "The Morning Meeting," "2WAY Tonight," and "Next Up," for the Labor Day holiday. All shows will resume their live schedules on Tuesday, September 2. The email also promotes an upcoming live episode of "Citizen McCain" and encourages listeners to catch up on recent episodes and to download, subscribe, and share his content on podcast platforms like Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.

Jack from "Young Money" discusses his return to San Francisco, his Creator Fund's 2M investment in woodworker Jonathan Katz-Moses, and his exploration of AI integration via Model Context Protocol (MCP). He also shares a new blog post on the importance of adapting personal and professional goals. He is currently contemplating two key ideas: the practical challenges of implementing AI in acquired small businesses and the market opportunity for a personal finance authority, or a "Latino Dave Ramsey," for the US Latino community.

This digest covers key global discussions. In AI, the focus is on developing human skills, investment skepticism, and censorship concerns. US politics sees criticism of the Trump administration, RFK Jr.'s policies, and the Supreme Court's 'shadow docket.' Economic news centers on a potential Fed rate cut, high living costs, and a precarious labor market. The newsletter also touches on free speech victories, privacy rights, the creator economy's growth, and environmental crises in England and Wyoming.

The author describes her efforts to stabilize a grieving mother, Marilyn, and her children after the father's death. She arranged for new schools and a paid opportunity for Marilyn to attend college for job training. Despite these logistical solutions, the plan failed. Overwhelmed by trauma and depression, Marilyn became increasingly non-functional, her drug use escalated, and the children's lives descended into chaos. The author learned that her practical, solution-oriented approach was misguided, as it failed to address the family's profound emotional and psychological needs.

Author Nicholas Lemann, 70, reflects on the common late-in-life obsession with family history, suggesting it stems from a search for meaning beyond one's own accomplishments. Despite being a historian, he long avoided his own complex past as a white, German-Jewish Southerner with antebellum roots. Prompted by his wife's genealogical trip and a historical query, he finally explored his ancestry. He discovered a nuanced history that he now views not as good or bad, but as an inseparable part of his present identity and a source of wisdom on human imperfection.

This edition of "The Weekender" compiles several articles. Alexander Sorondo's essay reflects on judging others by their phone wallpapers and a personal memory of shame. Claire L. Evans explores the science of memory, detailing 1960s experiments where planarian flatworms retained memories after decapitation and seemingly transferred them through cannibalism. Alexander Boyd rates the humor of Chinese leader Xi Jinping, finding it largely unimpressive. Finally, Alex Frank analyzes the inconsistent but occasionally brilliant use of music in the TV show Sex and the City.

The Jackson area weekly news roundup highlights the rapid growth of the Dollar Lake Fire to over 1,300 acres and the relocation of a grizzly bear near Yellowstone. The Town Council has restricted development on the 'Simon Pit' parcel, while the Town Manager reports high water usage. A celebration of life is planned for photographer Flo McCall. Other news includes the rescue of a mountain biker, the finding of a lost dog, and an upcoming forecast for heavy monsoon rains.

Eric Antonow enthusiastically praises the new AI-generated comic format of the 'Slow Ventures Snailmail' newsletter, calling it a major upgrade that will make him read it fully. He suggests the creators should leverage this new format by posting the comics on social media (X, Instagram) to promote the newsletter. The forwarded newsletter content that he is reacting to discusses social inequality and why young men are lost, a topic inspired by a comment from Scott Galloway.

This analysis examines the uncertain demand for generative AI platforms, contrasting various market size estimates. Calculations range from a 10 billion opportunity to a massive 50 billion market, yet high corporate costs and founder skepticism from figures like Showrunner's Edward Saatchi cast doubt. A key argument, supported by analyst Mary Meeker, is that existing social media giants like YouTube and TikTok may have already captured this demand by conditioning users for text-to-video creation. The future could see either disruption or acquisition by these incumbents.

Mark Halperin's daily newsletter for August 22, 2025, details the day's live show schedule, featuring an interview with California gubernatorial candidate Stephen Cloobeck on "2WAY Tonight." It also recaps a previous show's analysis of Gavin Newsom and the Democratic party. The daybook section highlights key events to watch, including a speech by Fed Chair Jerome Powell, the RNC's election for a new chair, and a Texas Senate vote on redistricting. A call to action asks readers to vote for the publication's proposed SXSW 2026 panel.

This podcast episode is an interview with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. She discusses Venezuela's tragic downfall from a wealthy nation to a criminal hub under socialist dictators Chavez and Maduro. Machado shares her personal story of fighting the regime, including being disqualified from the 2024 election after winning the primary. She also offers her perspective on U.S. policy, framing intervention as a necessary step to dismantle a criminal enterprise, and shares her vision for a free and prosperous Venezuela.

The Ankler hosted an exclusive party for top creators and industry leaders, including Dhar Mann, Josh Richards, and Hasan Piker. The event highlighted the growing convergence of Hollywood and the creator economy, with attendees discussing the need for mutual respect and the future of digital-first content. There was a shared sentiment that 2025 will be a "tipping point" for creators as legacy media fully embraces their influence. The piece also notes recent industry news, such as creators being cast in new shows and guilds recognizing digital platforms.

Mark Halperin promotes his podcast 'NEXT UP,' which features a monologue on Gavin Newsom's 2028 potential, an interview with former Senator Mark Pryor on Democratic party challenges, and a conversation with Michael Caputo about his cancer battle. The newsletter also announces upcoming live shows and includes a call to action for readers to vote for the 2WAY team's proposed panel on new media for SXSW 2026 before the August 24 deadline. His shows 'The Morning Meeting' and '2WAY Tonight' are also now available as audio podcasts.

The Martha's Vineyard Times reports on federal funding cuts that threaten the island's tick research and public health efforts amidst rising cases. The newsletter also covers the impact of Hurricane Erin, with beach managers expecting significant erosion and some beaches closing. On a brighter note, the 163rd annual Agricultural Fair is underway, and the premier of Nevis visited to promote tourism. The island also celebrated Black culture throughout August with various festivals and events.

The author argues that while the economic benefits of AI may seem slow to appear, companies must not be complacent. Comparing AI to the calculator, the piece asserts its utility will drive widespread adoption. However, a passive approach is risky. Proactive investment and experimentation are crucial to unlock transformative innovations, analogous to how electrification enabled the assembly line. The author warns that companies failing to actively pursue AI will be outpaced by agile, AI-native competitors who will capture the technology's full benefits and reshape industries.

Expert DOJO introduces two new VC metrics, B-FAIR and B-RICH, to better predict investor returns and liquidity. The newsletter announces upcoming events, including a panel on AI in HR (Aug 22, 2025), the "Startup Arena" pitch event at LA Tech Week (Oct 14, 2025), and a branding session with ex-Apple marketer Apoorv Sharma. It also highlights portfolio company Trade Lenda's recent growth and provides a toolkit of 10 five-step playbooks for founders on topics like fundraising, sales, and hiring.

Reflecting on four years at Lumos, the first business hire shares four key lessons learned from building their team. The core message is to hire experts and empower them. The lessons are: 1) Trust new hires to lead and get out of their way; 2) Hire people who will humble you with better solutions; 3) Be willing to dismantle your own old processes that no longer scale; and 4) Focus on building a strong foundational skill set before expanding scope. The author concludes with a call for applicants for Head of Talent and Head of Rev Ops roles who will bring new perspectives.

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The Generalist newsletter announces "The Future 50," a new premium feature for subscribers. It is a curated list of 50 high-potential startups, valued at or below 200 million, nominated by top VCs and selected after months of research. The list aims to act as an "early detection system" for investors, helping them identify the next major tech companies. Access to the full list with detailed company analysis requires a premium subscription.

The author argues the next major frontier for creators is in-person (IRL) events, a market exceeding 240bn. While creators build communities online, they can significantly grow their businesses and deepen fan connections through live events, evidenced by a 500 YoY growth in ticket sales for creator tours. Examples range from podcast tours to pop-ups. The author concludes by promoting their "Creator CEO Summit" on September 18th in Venice, CA, for creators looking to scale their businesses into long-term enterprises.

Anthony Pompliano argues that public companies' rising valuations are justified by an AI-driven revolution in efficiency. He points to a divergence between retail investors, who focus on strong earnings, and institutions, who see high valuations. Using examples like Facebook's massive profit growth with minimal hiring and Palantir's plan to 10x revenue with fewer staff, he concludes that companies are becoming fundamentally more productive and valuable, supporting the market's upward trend.

Nicole Votano reflects on life's chapters, inspired by her father's story of childhood grief and a recent, magical trip to the Berkshires. This experience prompted a profound personal shift, leading her to decide to spend her summers there. She is now focusing on personal wellness, breaking old relationship patterns, and practicing grounding techniques. The newsletter also shares recipes for Lavender Simple Syrup and a Burrata Stone Fruit Salad, along with several restaurant recommendations.

Chorus One's summer update covers key developments in staking and infrastructure. Highlights include research showing Solana validator "timing games" can increase rewards by 3, the launch of Injective's high-performance native EVM for trading, and a new Cosmos Staking SDK that simplifies integration to just 10 lines of code. The company also launched TON Pool, an institutional-grade staking solution, analyzed major Solana architecture proposals like Jito's BAM and Alpenglow, and expanded mobile staking access through an integration with SafePal.

Mark Halperin's daily newsletter announces the schedule for live shows, including The Morning Meeting and Real America. It recaps a recent Next Up podcast discussing Trump's Ukraine strategy and the 2028 presidential prospects for both parties, with Gavin Newsom identified as the top Democratic contender. The newsletter includes a daybook of political events, noting that NATO is discussing security guarantees for Ukraine while Congress is in recess. It also contains a call to action for readers to vote for a proposed SXSW panel on new media.

This newsletter explores two key implications of AI. First, it argues that AI won't just free up our time, but will paradoxically make it more valuable (Jevons Paradox), leading us to crave scarce, human-crafted experiences and value undivided attention. Second, it debates the future of brand, suggesting that while AI agents will automate many purchase decisions, brand will become even more crucial. In a world of AI-driven commoditization, "meaning" and human-crafted stories will be the ultimate differentiators that guide our choices.

Govern For California and 500 of its members are opposing California Assembly Bill 699, which is currently in the State Senate. The bill would remove the requirement for certain ballot measures (related to bonds and taxes) to disclose the amount of money to be raised and the tax rate and duration. The author argues this change would primarily benefit government employee unions and agencies like BART and SFMuni, which are seeking more funds to cover increased spending despite lower ridership, rather than improving efficiency.

Anthony Pompliano argues that relentless government money printing is debasing currency, forcing everyone into speculation to protect their wealth. This has created a 'casino culture.' He redefines all investments as 'memes,' asserting that even established companies like Berkshire Hathaway are 'boomer meme stocks' driven by narrative, not just fundamentals. He concludes that in an inflationary environment, all investingfrom the SP 500 to bitcoinis a necessary act of speculation on a meme, and investors must take on risk to avoid losing their purchasing power.

Jaime Harrison highlights his interview with Rep. Sarah McBride, who shares how her personal experience with her late husband's cancer battle drives her fight for healthcare as a right. McBride warns against a Republican bill proposing a nearly trillion-dollar cut to Medicaid and the ACA, calling it a "ticking time bomb." She also critiques the political culture in Congress, where she believes for some "the cruelty is the point," but she remains focused on legislating rather than political fights. Harrison presents her courage as essential for democracy.

Peter Leyden announces his book, "The Great Progression," will be published globally by HarperCollins in January 2027. This follows the successful "Phase One" of his project, which included writing essays and creating a viral video that attracted the publisher's attention. He is now entering "Phase Two," which involves in-depth research, including a trip to China and expert interviews, while shifting his Substack output to focus on writing the book manuscript, due in April 2026. His Substack will now feature one long essay per month alongside continued community engagement.

Manoj Nayak writes about his recent move from Jaipur to Udupi, where he is helping a startup with communications. He offers a critical comparison of the two cities, contrasting Udupi's cleanliness with Jaipur's poor infrastructure and sanitation. He also comments on cultural differences in fashion, population, and the general demeanor of the people. Nayak shares personal reflections on his nomadic lifestyle and his current project of helping the startup translate its complex vision into an executable communication strategy.

Yosemite National Park is facing a crisis from severe budget and staffing cuts under the Trump administration. A 24 reduction in permanent National Park Service staff and a hiring freeze have led to deteriorating conditions, including overflowing trash, dilapidated facilities, and safety concerns for visitors. These cuts threaten vital conservation work, scientific research, and search and rescue capabilities. The situation is compounded by the increased role of private contractors like Aramark, which has a poor service record, signaling a shift toward the privatization of public lands.

Bari Weiss recommends recent articles from The Free Press, including an investigation into the race to create "designer babies" using gene editing, an interview with Amanda Knox on her decision to forgive the prosecutor who wrongly imprisoned her, and a profile of financier Omeed Malik's shift from Democrat to a major MAGA backer. The newsletter also promotes an upcoming live debate on the ethics of gene editing. Other highlighted pieces touch on culture, including Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.

Jaime Harrison highlights an episode with four members of the Texas Legislative Black CaucusVinton Jones, Christian Manuel, Lauren Ashley Simmons, and Charlene Ward Johnsonwho left their state to block a racially driven gerrymander. They discuss facing threats and harassment for their actions, which they frame as a courageous defense of democracy against extremism. The newsletter stresses that their fight for fair representation in Texas has significant national implications.

This daybook for August 15, 2025, centers on President Trump's summit with Russia in Alaska, which will be the main topic of the 9am ET 'The Morning Meeting' show. It also previews other live segments, including a look at the 2028 presidential race on '2WAY Tonight' and a new 'Next Up' podcast episode with Joe Scarborough discussing Democrats' strategy against Trump. The update notes that Congress is in recess and key economic data is due for release.

Sriram Krishnan shares his journey with swimming, a new hobby he started in January. What began as a once-a-week goal quickly became a three-times-a-week routine, replacing other cardio activities. He notes that the low-impact sport is great for his bad knees and has significantly improved his endurance. He tracks his performance, highlighting a major improvement in his 200-yard freestyle time, which he reduced from 4:44 to 3:44 in just two weeks. He expresses pride in his progress and newfound enjoyment of the sport.

This month's roundup highlights major capital raises, led by Figma's 1.2B IPO and xAI's massive 10B funding round for its AI development. Perplexity AI's valuation soared to 18B after a 100M raise. Other significant rounds include Vanta (150M), Replit (250M), and Motive (150M). Substack and Reka AI also achieved unicorn status with new funding, underscoring continued strong investment in AI and software platforms.

This newsletter reports on a Metacom Day event held to honor Wampanoag legacy and correct historical narratives. It also announces the passing of Jim Weiss, a beloved former school superintendent on Martha's Vineyard. The Steamship Authority's Island Home ferry experienced mechanical issues, causing service disruptions and requiring its replacement by a smaller vessel. Upcoming community events include a talk by author Peter Miller on American artists in Rome and a free journalism career info session.

Dillon Shipper, creator of the Instagram meme page "Dude Fridges," shares how he turned a quirky side project into a successful brand and a new career. Started in 2022, the page grew through memes, attracting brand collaborations and leading to a real-life "Fridge Fest" event. The success of Dude Fridges served as his resume, helping him land a job at the meme-focused company Doing Things Media. Shipper advises aspiring creators to just start their projects without waiting for perfection, highlighting how his passion project transformed his professional life.

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This digest summarizes key global developments. In AI, OpenAI released its GPT-5 suite, Anthropic added a memory feature to Claude, and xAI's Grok 4 became temporarily free. The Trump administration is reviewing federal jobs data and the Smithsonian, has federalized D.C. police, and proposed a Ukraine-Russia peace deal involving land swaps. US inflation data is influencing the Federal Reserve's rate cut decisions, while a US-China tariff truce has been extended. Other topics include ethical debates on gene-editing, the future of crypto, and critiques of the venture capital model.

The MV Times introduces a new weekly series highlighting the stories of J-1 students on Marthas Vineyard, initiated by student Tinatini Dvali. This issue also covers a truck axle failure that damaged a road in Tisbury, a dolphin sighting in Menemsha, and an upcoming porcelain art exhibit. Additionally, the paper issued a correction, clarifying that Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is the first Black woman on the Supreme Court, not the first Black Justice.

The Lightning Network's transaction volume has grown 1000x to tens of billions annually, with a trajectory towards trillions. Key drivers include major merchant adoption from companies like Steak N Shake and Block's Square, which is enabling Lightning for 4 million merchants. The next catalyst is the integration of stablecoins like Tether's USDT via the Taproot Assets protocol. This will create a decentralized foreign exchange on Lightning, allowing users to transact seamlessly between different assets (e.g., send USDT, receive BTC), which is expected to massively increase network adoption and volume.

One Way Ventures details a busy Q2-2025, led by Semyon Dukach being named a Boston Globe Tech Power Player and the hiring of new Venture Partner Rhie Lim. Portfolio companies achieved significant milestones: Nuvocargo acquired Merge Transportation, Botpress raised a 25M Series B, Buddy.ai reached 20 million users, and Burq, Tive, and Provision all received industry awards. The firm also participated in tech events in Ukraine and New York and teased upcoming major news.

Dan Danco announces he is leaving Shopify to join Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) as Editor at Large. He argues that writing is "power transfer technology" and that the primary goal of a VC's content should be to give founders legitimacy. He contrasts the deep, transformative power of reading with the wider but more superficial reach of oral media like podcasts. At a16z, he plans to focus on creating powerful written content that equips founders with the ideas and authority they need to succeed, viewing the firm as a "legitimacy bank."

Bret Waters advocates for customer-funded development as a powerful startup financing model. Citing Oracle's origin story from co-founder Ed Oates and his own experience, he explains how getting customers to pay for custom-built versions of a product provides essential seed capital, proof of market demand, and valuable customer insights. This 'rare trifecta' is highly attractive to later-stage investors. He concludes with an anecdote about Larry Ellison, emphasizing that while technical skills are important, the 'rainmaker' who brings in sales ultimately holds the most power.

Reshma Saujani argues that men are struggling by numerous metrics (education, mental health, social connection) and that feminist apathy or dismissal of this pain is counterproductive. She acknowledges women's skepticism, born from their own hard-fought battles, but warns that ignoring men's issues fuels misogyny and alienates potential allies. Saujani advocates for a new strategy of solidarity, urging women to extend empathy to men not as a diversion from their own cause, but as a necessary step to build a world of mutual care and achieve true, lasting equality for everyone.

Nazaré Ventures' 2024-2025 review posits that the AI market is over-indexed on expensive, large-scale models. Their investment thesis favors efficiency, arguing that future breakthroughs will stem from algorithms, not just hardware, citing DeepSeek's R1 model as proof. They advocate for a shift to decentralized, edge-based AI, which enhances privacy and reduces costs. This new 'Distributed Intelligence' stack, combining decentralized compute and open-source models, will make AI more accessible, resilient, and personal, moving beyond the fragile, centralized model.

This edition of The Martha's Vineyard Times newsletter highlights several key island events. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was a featured speaker at the Marthas Vineyard Black Book Festival. The Lady Fest music festival, headlined by Esperanza Spalding, is returning this fall to raise funds for domestic violence survivors. Additionally, Vineyard officials are split on proposed term limits for Steamship Authority board members, and the Martha's Vineyard Sharks baseball team ended their season as runners-up in the league championship.

This newsletter discusses lessons from the book 'The Inner Game of Tennis,' which posits that performance is determined by the relationship between two inner selves. 'Self 1' is the critical voice that judges and causes overthinking, while 'Self 2' is the intuitive self that knows how to perform. To improve, one must quiet the commentary from Self 1, focus on the present moment, and trust the body's training. The core message is that mastering your mind by letting Self 2 lead is the key to unlocking your true ability in all aspects of life.

Founders are warned about a common VC term sheet clause that strips them of their share voting rights if they stop working at their company. This provision, often presented as standard, allows a board to fire a founder and simultaneously remove their ability to vote on key issues like director elections or financing terms. The author argues that while VCs use this to prevent rare "rogue founder" scenarios, it's more often weaponized against good founders. He advises founders to scrutinize their voting agreements and consult with lawyers to avoid being disenfranchised from the companies they built.

The narrator, Francine, recounts being called by Marilyn, a woman she is helping, whose husband Leroy has committed suicide after an argument. Francine and her friend Barbara step in to support the grieving and overwhelmed Marilyn and her four children. While Barbara handles practicalities like funeral arrangements and feeding the kids, Leroy's family offers little help. Marilyn is left to cope, using money sent for the funeral to buy gifts for her children to keep them occupied as she grieves.

This entertainment industry analysis covers the launch of Paramount Skydance Corp., its plans for more content investment alongside 2 billion in cuts, and Wall Street's cautious reaction. It also details Starz's new independent strategy post-Lionsgate, aiming to own 50 of its slate by 2027 while continuing its focus on DEI. Other key topics include a major shakeup at Amazon's Wondery podcast network, a breakdown of what content Disney's TV brands are buying, and the rise of brand-funded films.

Private chef Tova Sterling shares her story of working for an estate manager, Matthew Pietras, whose behavior she found suspicious. After being fired, she began cooking for high-end escorts and learned from one, Maya, about Pietras's secret life and threatening demeanor. Pietras later warned Tova to sever ties with Maya. Years later, it was revealed in the New York Times that Pietras had stolen 15 million from his employers to fund a fake life as a philanthropist. Upon being exposed, he committed suicide. The story highlights the strange intersection of wealth, crime, and sex work Tova witnessed.

This "2WAY Week In Review" newsletter highlights recent podcast episodes. "Next Up" with Mark Halperin covered Kamala Harris's future, Corey Lewandowski on Donald Trump, and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's gubernatorial run. "2WAY Tonight" featured former Jill Biden spokesperson Michael LaRosa. Other shows discussed the Epstein story ("The Moynihan Report") and Zohran Mamdani ("Citizen McCain"). The newsletter encourages listeners to subscribe and share the content.

Bari Weiss introduces a special newsletter edition curated by Sascha Seinfeld, focusing on Gen Z. Following successful 'Under-30 Meet-Ups' that challenged negative stereotypes, this issue compiles articles from The Free Press written by Gen Z authors. The pieces explore the generation's struggles and perspectives on topics including the impact of technology and therapy-speak on personality, changing views on sex and relationships, evolving ideas about capitalism and the 'good life,' and the general challenges of 'adulting.' The collection aims to provide an honest look at where Gen Z is now and where it might be headed.

Reshma Saujani critiques new DHS recruitment ads for ICE, calling them dangerous propaganda. She argues the ads use AI and manipulated imagery with "dad-core" and "frat bro" aesthetics to appeal to disillusioned men, rebranding deportation as a nostalgic, patriotic bonding experience. Saujani contends this is a desperate attempt to overcome ICE's PR and recruitment crisis, given that most detainees have no criminal record. She warns this "weaponized nostalgia" is how modern fascism takes root and urges readers to recognize and reject this propaganda.

Acknowledging August as a difficult month, this newsletter encourages readers to make the best of it by curating summer-themed content from various Substack writers. Recommendations span several categories: art that evokes summer's ideal feel, a defense of the simple joy of blockbuster movies, summer music playlists, and fashion trends like Mediterranean style and the "little white dress." It also features food ideas from fresh salads to indulgent treats and a list of summer reading suggestions, concluding with a bittersweet poem about the season.

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The U.S. economy is described as being fractured into three disconnected parts. The first is a speculative AI economy driven by massive tech spending that props up the stock market for the wealthy. The second is the real economy, where job growth is concentrated in the underfunded healthcare sector to care for an aging population. The third is a "meme" economy (meme stocks, collectibles like Labubu) that serves as a psychological and financial outlet for those priced out of traditional assets, reflecting a widespread loss of faith in the future.

StreamAlive is launching a new feature to make PowerPoint presentations interactive. Contrasting with PowerPoint's 38-year history of one-way communication, this update allows users to embed polls, word clouds, and spinner wheels directly into their slides. This eliminates the need to switch screens, as interactions can be created and run entirely within PowerPoint. The goal is to transform static presentations into engaging, two-way conversations. StreamAlive is hosting a workshop to preview the feature, with a recording available for registrants who cannot attend live.

Graham Walker's newsletter announces a live event on Aug 12th with Leslie Feinzaig and Peter Walker of Carta to discuss venture capital trends and fundraising strategies. It also recaps a successful Seattle Tech Week with 250 attendees, shares an article on '6 Questions to Ask Before You Invest in a VC Fund,' and lists several non-dilutive funding opportunities for founders, including grants from Alibaba, Amber, QuickBooks, and TechRise Chicago.

Heterodox Academy (HxA) is holding its first regional conference for the Mountain West on August 14-15 at Colorado State University. The event will feature an opening talk on university reform, a panel with three university presidents, and sessions on academic activism and AI. HxA also announces upcoming regional conferences for the Mid-Atlantic in September and Canada in October, encouraging members to attend.

This daily briefing for August 6, 2025, announces a schedule of live shows, including "The Morning Meeting" at 9am ET, "Citizen McCain" at noon ET, and "2WAY Tonight" at 3pm ET with guest Marc Caputo. Key political events noted in the 'Daybook' include Vice President JD Vance's meeting on the Epstein case, congressional delegations from both parties traveling to Israel, and US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff's visit to Moscow. Topics for "The Morning Meeting" include Newsom, Gaza, the Epstein case, and the economy.

In his District 6 newsletter, Clay Capp announces a partnership with WeGo to address traffic for the upcoming East Nashville Tomato Fest. To encourage the use of public transit, the 4 bus will be free to ride all day on Saturday. Capp urges residents to share this information with friends and family attending the festival from other parts of town to help keep the event accessible and safe.

The resurgence of Y2K nostalgia is analyzed as a meaningful cultural shift, not just a trend. It represents a form of escapism from the complexities, surveillance, and digital clutter of modern technology. Driven largely by Gen Z's distrust of tech institutions and a desire for privacy, the movement favors the simplicity and authenticity of the past over today's curated, algorithmic culture. This is seen in the popularity of retro tech, ephemeral content, and unfiltered aesthetics, reflecting a collective yearning for safer, more human-centric online experiences.

Peter Leyden posits that America is entering a recurring 80-year cycle of reinvention, this time driven by AI. He argues that with both political parties looking backward and the world needing a non-authoritarian model for the AI age, America's next great mission is to invent an AI-powered economy and society that benefits all. This transformation, centered in innovation hubs like the Bay Area, will be spurred by AI's disruption of knowledge work, requiring new economic and social models that will ultimately unite the country and provide a template for the world.

Jason Levin humorously recounts building AI agents to book venture capital meetings after his wife misunderstood his vacation plans. While he was away, the agents successfully scheduled meetings, a process he documented in a YouTube video titled "AI agents got me VC meetings (while I went on vacation)." The post, from his memelord.blog, directs readers to the video to see how he accomplished this.

Texas Democrats fled the state to block a Republican redistricting plan requested by Donald Trump, prompting the GOP to threaten fines and forced returns. Tesla's board approved a 23.7B stock award to retain CEO Elon Musk after a previous package was voided. U.S. stocks rallied on hopes of Fed rate cuts. Other news includes a surge in fake scientific papers overwhelming journals, the New York Post's expansion to California, and Moscow selling off property in occupied Ukraine. U.S. consumers are also growing more frugal amid economic uncertainty.

Coleman Hughes argues that despite the harrowing images from Gaza, Israel is morally the 'good guy' in its war against Hamas. He asserts that Hamas is running a sophisticated information warfare campaign, citing examples of misleading media reports like the New York Times photo of a child whose emaciation was due to cerebral palsy, not starvation. Hughes claims the information from Gaza is biased and weaponized. He draws a moral distinction between the IDF, which may commit errors, and Hamas, whose entire mission is a war crime and which intentionally uses its own civilians to turn world opinion against Israel.

This email from Jackson Hole News Guide is an updated version of their "Trending news" feature, sent to correct a glitch from the previous Sunday edition. The sender apologizes for the error and is providing the corrected content. The actual news content was not included in the provided text.

Neo's July update showcases significant achievements from its portfolio companies. Cognition acquired Windsurf, while Moment (36M Series B), Unify (40M Series B), and Ambrook (26.1M Series A) announced major funding rounds. Community members also gained visibility, with CEOs from Sway, Cursor, Replit, and Gavel appearing on prominent podcasts and shows like Andrew Yang's podcast and the Joe Rogan Experience to discuss topics ranging from voter influence and AI to shifts in technology.

This analysis reframes the debate on AI's economic impact. It argues a 2008-style crash from an AI bubble is unlikely, as investment is funded by hyperscaler profits, not leverage. The real danger is the economy's dependence on AI as its sole growth engine. With the labor market showing weakness outside of healthcare, a slowdown in AI investmentwhich is currently driving GDP and monetizing on mobilecould trigger a recession for lack of other pro-cyclical forces.

This newsletter features curated links on various topics. Key articles discuss why data businesses are a poor fit for VC funding, the impending AI-driven disruption of the consulting industry, and Compaq's historic battle with IBM over open PC standards. Other links explore using sunlight to treat disease and the theory that Hal Finney was Satoshi Nakamoto. The issue also includes book and film recommendations, a podcast with investor Fabrice Grinda, and a life lesson on accepting known flaws.

The US has formalized stablecoins with the GENIUS act, creating a new type of "dollar" akin to a low-powered bank account. By forgoing FDIC insurance, interest payments, and strict KYC rules, stablecoins offer financial access to the world's 1.4 billion unbanked. This model is highly profitable for issuers like Tether and benefits the US by increasing demand for Treasuries. The author predicts stablecoins will eventually replace traditional payment networks, accelerate the collapse of weaker currencies, and ultimately expand US dollar hegemony and financial surveillance.

This newsletter explores the feeling of losing one's 'spark' in adulthood, describing a state of being that is numb and muted rather than sad or burnt out. It contrasts a vibrant, curious past self with a present self that merely functions, optimizes, and follows calendars. The core message is that this spark isn't gone, but simply buried under the pressures and logistics of modern life. The author suggests the solution is not to do more, but to consciously make space for that inner fire to be rediscovered.

This analysis posits that institutional capital reacts not to proven guilt, but to the uncertainty created by redactions, such as the "Individual A" in the Epstein documents. The mere presence of a redaction signals potential reputational risk, causing capital allocators (LPs) to pause commitments and flee towards safety. The author outlines a five-stage pattern for this capital flight and introduces a "Blast Radius Framework" for firms to assess their proximity to such scandals. The core argument is that capital consistently moves away from opacity and risk.

This edition of "The Rushfield Lunch" features an interview with filmmaker and documentarian Lauren Greenfield. She discusses her recent Emmy-nominated FX docuseries, "Social Studies," which examines the first generation of teenagers to grow up with social media, focusing on privileged youth in Los Angeles. Greenfield explains that the series also reflects on how social media affects everyone by amplifying insecurities and the desire to present an alternate version of oneself. The post invites readers to watch the full conversation.

A recent halt in US immigration by the new administration is reversing a key driver of post-COVID economic growth. Foreign-born labor has accounted for nearly all labor force growth since the pandemic, contributing an estimated 0.8-1.0 to real GDP and easing shortages in key sectors. The author states that this policy shift, which has cut immigration to nearly zero, will create a significant drag on medium-term economic growth, posing a challenge to high growth expectations in asset markets.

This "2WAY Review" newsletter highlights recent podcast episodes and guests. Salena Zito discussed Trump and Epstein on 2WAY Tonight, while Meghan McCain covered Hunter Biden on Citizen McCain. Mark Halperin's NEXT UP podcast released two new episodes, one featuring his 2028 presidential rankings and another with guests Michael Smerconish, Rich Lowry, and Emily Jashinsky. The email encourages listeners to subscribe to the various shows.

Suzy Weiss reflects on Ozzy Osbourne as an unlikely 'America's dad' from the reality show 'The Osbournes,' which she sees as part of a 'golden age' of authentic celebrity TV that has since been replaced by curated content. She also critiques the clichéd Netflix show 'Untamed' and makes a strong case against cutting off family members over political differences, arguing for finding common ground instead of demanding ideological purity. The newsletter also includes brief takes on current cultural events.

Chef Nicole Votano shares her personal journey through a recent, painful breakup and its impact on her life and cooking. She contrasts a failed gnocchi attempt with the solace found in a friend's home-cooked meal and grounding conversations at local eateries. Votano discusses the practical struggles of apartment hunting in Miami and the emotional complexity of co-parenting, emphasizing her commitment to the children involved. The newsletter is a raw reflection on heartbreak, friendship, hospitality, and resilience.

The Martha's Vineyard Times introduces 'The Grapevine,' a new monthly newsletter dedicated to island events and food. The inaugural August issue highlights the peak summer season's abundance of events like the Agricultural Fair and film festivals. An 'Event Spotlight' covers the Possible Dreams auction, which raised nearly 500,000 for Marthas Vineyard Community Services, hosted by Seth Meyers. The issue also features a vendor spotlight on Stoney Hill Pizza and provides a calendar of upcoming events for August and September.

The author argues that the official jobs report is largely irrelevant to modern capital markets, which now prioritize real-time data like consumer spending and delivery times. The report is considered accurate but is mostly ignored by investors unless it signals a major crisis or directly threatens corporate earnings. The market's indifference is conditional, as a surprisingly bad report can still cause a sudden, sharp downturn. Capital has effectively redefined 'full employment' to be more profitable with fewer people, diminishing the report's overall impact.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Ethereum is establishing itself as the core infrastructure for on-chain finance. Its growth is driven by structural factors, not hype. Key drivers include massive institutional inflows into spot ETH ETFs and the emergence of Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs), which reduce ETH's available supply. This trend, coupled with favorable regulatory clarity from the GENIUS Act and strategic reforms at the Ethereum Foundation, positions Ethereum for long-term growth as the backbone for stablecoins, DeFi, and tokenized assets.

Semafor is launching "Pop," a new newsletter by Morgan Popjes focused on the business of pop culture. It will cover the intersection of Hollywood, Silicon Valley, fashion, and music, reflecting the growing overlap between the tech and entertainment industries. The newsletter is positioned as an essential guide to understanding how these sectors influence one another. Readers are encouraged to sign up for the new publication.

Carrie Sheffield highlights positive economic trends she attributes to the Trump administration, including 2.1 core inflation, strong GDP growth, and falling gas prices. She discusses her media appearances covering several topics: Harvard's battle over frozen federal funds on Fox News; a Trump policy allowing cryptocurrency for mortgage applications for The Daily Signal; and her support for Alaska's veto of a credit card rate cap for the Anchorage Daily News. She also mentions a radio interview about her memoir, "Motorhome Prophecies."

The Form blockchain is shutting down on August 15, 2025, due to a failure to gain significant traction in the SocialFi space. All users must withdraw their assets to Ethereum via the Form bridge before this deadline, as access will be terminated. The project has also airdropped FORM tokens on the Ethereum mainnet to FORM stakers and Season 2 participants. Users of the Curves app need to export their Privy wallet to access these tokens.

Most content creators struggle to earn a living wage from platforms and brand deals, leading to a shift towards passive income. While affiliate marketing platforms like ShopMy are expanding opportunities, the most lucrative trend is the booming online education market. Creators are launching their own courses using platforms like Uscreen and Kajabi, turning expertise into scalable businesses that provide financial stability and protection from burnout. The article highlights massive success stories, including one creator who earned 2.5M in just six months.

This is an interview with Charlie Light, the creator of famous parody accounts like "John W. Rich." He details his path from writing satire to launching his own accounts and monetizing them through merch, sponsored posts, and eventually a content agency that he grew to 44kmonth before it was acquired. He shares insights on creating edgy content for X versus LinkedIn, the importance of creative investment in accounts, and his process of exaggerating reality to create humor. He advises aspiring creators to build a sustainable brand beyond just reacting to topical news.

This article defines modern AI as a "relational" technology where users share personal data to improve performance, creating a cycle of dependency and vendor lock-in. This dynamic erodes traditional privacy and consent models, as data is continuously collected and rarely fully deleted. The author argues that this is by design to maximize profit, not just performance. They propose building user agency and data portability into AI's core architecture as a solution, warning that without it, the asymmetry of power between users and platforms will grow, leading to a collapse in personal privacy.

Jennifer, Naomi, and Jenna from Humor, Seriously invite readers to a free, week-long "Beautiful Summer Adventure" starting August 1st. Based on Stanford studies, the event encourages participants to find a buddy and share a beautiful moment each day to foster mindfulness and connection. Participants will receive daily prompts via a newsletter, which they must sign up for. The goal is to create ripples of joy through a simple, two-minute daily practice. An example story illustrates how a small act of levity can create a meaningful human connection.

Anthony Pompliano observes that inflation has surprisingly fallen to near the Fed's 2 target, despite fears over tariffs. He cautions that this good news is overshadowed by the real threat: massive government spending and a rapidly increasing national debt, which devalues the dollar. With a Federal Reserve meeting underway, he argues that regardless of an immediate rate cut, the continuous money printing by the government will inevitably force the Fed to capitulate, driving asset prices like stocks and bitcoin significantly higher in the long run.

This issue of "field notes" distills lessons on mastery from Josh Waitzkin's work. It contrasts a fixed mindset ("I'm not good at this") with a flexible, growth-oriented one ("I'll get better"). Key takeaways include learning from failure, detaching identity from outcomes, building skills slowly without shortcuts, and managing one's emotional state under pressure. The author concludes that true growth comes from deep, iterative practice and challenges the reader to reframe a personal weakness as a training ground.

This issue of The Cryptonite Weekly Rap discusses Mary Meeker's new AI Trends report, which details AI's exponential growth outpacing Moore's Law. The author notes the report's focus on the US-China AI race and corporate use of AI for revenue growth. However, the newsletter criticizes the report for omitting blockchain, highlighting the rise of stablecoins, crypto IPOs, and the tokenization of real-world assets, championed by figures like BlackRock's Larry Fink, as a parallel and vital trend.

This post from SatoshiLabs describes the experience of feeling disconnected and disengaged from one's own life, merely 'ghosting' through the days and functioning without being present. It notes that emotions feel muted and that this state is often masked by telling others 'I'm tired.' The piece suggests that the remedy isn't a major breakthrough but a gradual, safe reconnection through small, authentic moments, like a genuine conversation or a deep breath, emphasizing that one's presence matters even when it doesn't feel like it.

The article critiques "affirmative consent" policies through the lens of a Canadian sexual assault trial where five hockey players were acquitted. The author argues that such policies, which require continuous enthusiastic consent, create a "paranoid" environment for men. In the case, the players' video evidence of the accuser's consent was used against them by the prosecution in a "Kafka trap." The judge's decision to acquit the players and deem the accuser unreliable is presented as a shift away from the "BelieveWomen" era toward a greater emphasis on evidence.

This email from calacanissubstack.com announces the release of episode E2157 of the TWiST news update. The episode covers several tech news items, including Anthropic's new valuation, Ramp's valuation, and a story concerning the 'Tea app'. The email's main purpose is to direct subscribers to a web link to view the new post and episode.

An email was received from teresaprovincetownindependent.org, likely from the Provincetown Independent publication, with the subject 'Oddballs of the very best kind'. This title suggests a feature story on unique individuals. However, the body of the email was not provided, making it impossible to summarize the actual content.

Unshackled Ventures recapped its "Founders Without Limits" event, a session at SHACK15 for over 80 technical immigrant founders. The event covered the requirements for the O-1 visa, such as awards, press, and published work, and offered guidance on preparing an application while on F-1 or OPT status. Unshackled, which invests in immigrant founders from day one, noted that it will host another session in September.

Nicole Votano shares a personal update about a recent, profound life shift while also recounting joyful family moments like a karaoke night. The newsletter features reviews of South Florida restaurants including Matsuri, Madruga Bakery, and two Thai spots in Boca. Votano provides recipes for Thai Red Curry and Blackberry Cobbler, along with wellness tips on emotional regulation and somatic holds. She also discusses the growing trend of high-end mocktails in the hospitality industry and highlights her new eBook.

This week's news from Jackson, WY, includes a USFWS investigation into a grizzly bear fatality and the relocation of another grizzly. The Town of Jackson passed an emergency ordinance restricting irrigation to conserve water. Jeremy Best was sentenced to three consecutive life sentences for a triple homicide. Other key stories cover the Teton County Fair, the reported presence of ICE agents, the approval of Snow King condo development, and the near completion of the Snake River Bridge.

This roundup on higher education notes a recent Gallup poll showing a 6-point rise in public confidence. However, challenges persist, including ideological self-selection by students and biased teaching. It details federal pressures, such as Columbia University's 221M settlement and multiple investigations into George Mason University. A key focus is the controversial 'Manhattan Statement,' which calls for federal intervention to reform universities, and the varied responses from figures like HxA's John Tomasi and UATX's Carlos Carvalho, which led to Larry Summers' resignation from UATX.

Subletter, a platform for newsletter sponsorships, details its successful growth strategy of exclusively using its own service for marketing. This 'build in public' approach has proven the channel's effectiveness, attracting over 2,000 users. The company asserts that newsletter ads are a direct, high-converting channel that reaches an engaged audience without algorithmic noise. The email promotes the Subletter platform, which vets publishers and offers performance-based pricing, and includes a call to action for new advertisers to claim 1,000 in credits.

This essay argues that "Firm-Founder Fit" (FFF) is the new key to success for Venture Capital firms. In a crowded market where capital is a commodity, VCs must build a clear, authentic brand that mirrors the founders they back, rather than being generic. Successful examples include Designer Fund (design-led) and Andreessen Horowitz (bold, media-savvy). The author's firm, Park Rangers, practices this by building an "elephant fund" for "elephant founders." The conclusion is that specialization and a distinct identity are essential for a firm's survival and ability to attract top founders.

This essay argues that "Firm-Founder Fit" (FFF) is the new key differentiator for venture capital firms. In an increasingly crowded and commoditized market, VCs must move beyond being generalists and build a clear, authentic brand that resonates with a specific type of founder. Using examples like Designer Fund and a16z, the author illustrates how successful firms mirror their founders' values and operating styles. This synergy builds trust, makes a firm memorable, and is crucial for attracting the right deals and ensuring long-term survival in a contracting industry.

This email from the Substack publication "post" announces a new article titled "Civilization on the electronic frontier." The email's content is limited to a subject line and a link directing the recipient to view the full post on the web, with no summary or text from the article included.

Unshackled Ventures showcases its portfolio company, Daxo Robotics, which is challenging the robotics industry's focus on simplicity. Founded by Tom Zhang, Daxo unveiled Muscle v0, a robotic hand with 108 actuators that embraces complexity to achieve superior dexterity and adaptability. This design uses "ultra-redundant muscle arrays" inspired by biological systems, allowing it to be more resilient and capable of solving complex manipulation tasks that have previously been impossible to automate. Daxo represents a new paradigm in intelligent robotics.

Mark Halperin's newsletter highlights content from his media programs. "The Morning Meeting" covered Tulsi Gabbard's allegations and tariffs. "Citizen McCain" featured guests Salena Zito and Vicky Ward, with an upcoming interview with Gisele Fetterman. "2WAY Tonight" will host a discussion on Iran with experts Dr. Hassan Ahmadian and Behnam Ben Taleblu. A new episode of the "Next Up" podcast is also scheduled for release.

You are invited to the NZVC Portfolio Day 2025 on Tuesday, October 21, in central Auckland. As part of Auckland Startup Week, the full-day event will bring together founders, investors, and tech leaders to showcase high-growth startups from New Zealand and Australia. Attendees can network with VCs, meet portfolio founders, and hear from global speakers like Brad Feld (Foundry). The agenda includes panels, focus sessions on topics like Sovereign Tech and Robotics, startup pitches, and networking. The main action is to secure your spot for the event.

This edition of the Seedraisr newsletter lists 33 new VC and PE funds raised in July 2025. It details the first 10 funds, including F1V (50M), Mantis VC (100M), and Evantic Capital (355M), providing their size, location, industry focus, and investment stage. The issue also features curated content links, a job opening for a Technical Co-Founder at getitAI, and a section on new funds and founders operating in stealth. Readers can subscribe to access the full list of funds.

Mark Halperin announces a new episode of his "Next Up" podcast, featuring a deep dive with Megyn Kelly on the Jeffrey Epstein saga. Halperin also shares a monologue revealing a 2015 conversation with Donald Trump about the threat Epstein posed. The email also promotes new episodes of "The Group Chat" with strategists Mark Bednar and Brian Wolff, and a media discussion between Michael Moynihan and Ben Smith. Links to listen and watch are provided.

GTM Nights is holding an in-person event in Istanbul on Sunday, July 28th, titled "GTM Nights 6: AI x MCP." The session will explore how AI and the Model Context Protocol (MCP)an open standard for connecting LLMs to external systemsare transforming go-to-market strategies. Speakers from Teknasyon, Upsonic, and Yargı MCP will discuss MCP's technical architecture, its integration into business workflows, and a real-world public sector case study. The event is designed for founders, builders, and technologists to gain insights and network.

Substack announced a 100 million Series C funding round led by BOND and The Chernin Group (TCG). The capital will be invested in improving tools, expanding reach, and supporting its ecosystem of independent creators. The company plans to double down on the Substack app as an alternative to attention-addicting media and strengthen its economic model, where creators are paid directly by their communities. The goal is to build a media ecosystem rooted in trust, quality, and creative freedom, with plans for global expansion.

AI is making medical diagnosis a near-zero cost commodity, forcing a major shift in healthcare economics. The value is moving away from the diagnosis itself and toward upstream activities like risk prediction and prevention, and downstream activities like personalized intervention and continuous management. This disrupts traditional business models, forcing imaging centers and diagnostic labs to pivot or perish. Payers and full-stack clinics, however, are positioned to win by leveraging AI to reduce costs and focus on value-based outcomes. The future lies in acting on AI insights, not just generating them.

This analysis questions if Netflix's management will address a shifting competitive landscape in its upcoming Q2 earnings call. The author argues Netflix now competes for "engagement" not just with streamers, but with disruptive models like ReelShort's gamified, low-cost vertical videos and AI content platforms like ChatGPT and YouTube. Acknowledging these threats would signal a major narrative shift and potential disruption to its business model. Ignoring them protects the current stock price but may show a misunderstanding of emerging consumer trends and the growing threat from YouTube.

This issue of 'Field Notes' explores why creating feels hard by summarizing insights from a book on creativity. The central message is that creativity is a state of being, not just an action. It's about living with active awareness and responding to the world. Key principles include expanding perception, intentionally consuming quality content to refine one's taste, distinguishing between doubting the work and doubting oneself, and understanding that discipline and simplicity create the freedom necessary for art.

This newsletter from Mark Halperin promotes his latest media content. A new episode of The Morning Meeting covers current news, including the Epstein coverup. Upcoming live shows include Random Offense on sports and society, and 2WAY Tonight on the day's news. Additionally, a new Next Up podcast episode is available, featuring a monologue on Trump's decision-making rules and discussions with guests Batya Ungar-Sargon, Eric Bolling, and Michael Knowles on topics like immigration, MAGA, and JD Vance.

This "unstacked" newsletter from Substack curates writer commentary on the Wimbledon finals. It covers the tournament's prestigious atmosphere, traditions like strawberries and cream, and the "carnage" of upsets that has defined this year's event. Key storylines include a potential men's final between Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, or Novak Djokovic, and the women's final featuring Amanda Anisimova against Iga Swiatek. Writers offer predictions, with Alcaraz and Djokovic favored for the men's title and Swiatek for the women's.

LAUNCH invites you to meet the eleven companies from its latest accelerator class, LA34, in a live-streamed event on Monday, July 28th, at 12:30 pm PT. The event is open to everyone, not just investors. The companies presented include Actuality, Airfive, Autolane, CustomerIQ, and seven others. Interested individuals can RSVP at launch.colive.

An invitation to a live-streamed event on Monday, July 28th, at 12:00 pm PT to meet the eleven companies from the latest accelerator class, LA34. The 70-minute session is open to everyone, not just investors. The featured companies include Actuality, Airfive, Autolane, and others. Attendees can RSVP at launch.colive.

LaunchCo invites the public to a live-streamed event on Monday, July 28th, at 12:00 pm PT to meet the 11 companies from its latest accelerator class, LA34. The 70-minute session will showcase the new investments and is open to everyone, not just investors. Attendees can RSVP at launch.colive. The companies presented include Actuality, Airfive, Autolane, and others.

Tom Tugendhat recaps his discussion on 'The Rest is Money' podcast about 'frozen capital' in the UK. He argues that too much money is locked in assets that don't generate growth, like government debt and housing. Citing a historical parallel from 1279, he calls for a new economic revolution to free up capital for investment in people, ideas, and businesses to stimulate the economy. Links to the podcast and a Financial Times article are provided.

This analysis explores the convergence of crypto and public markets. It highlights the mispricing of crypto IPOs (e.g., Coinbase, Circle) and proposes the 'Token Transparency Report' as a solution to provide clarity for institutional investors. The newsletter also discusses the transformative potential of tokenized stocks, contrasting permissioned systems led by incumbents like Robinhood with open, permissionless DeFi models. The author argues that a permissionless approach will unlock a new era of global, programmable finance, making crypto a foundational technology.

Flex Capital reports a highly active Q2, making 23 investments and onboarding 19 new Venture Partners. The firm champions a high-velocity, founder-friendly investment strategy, prioritizing speed and making decisions within five days. They emphasize their "do no harm" approach by not taking board seats and returning voting rights. The newsletter celebrates portfolio successes like Toma's Series A, lists new investments in AI and dev tools, and asks for introductions to top early-stage entrepreneurs.

Anthony Pompliano asserts that Wall Street is actively embracing Bitcoin, not fighting it, because it brings new clients, assets, and revenue. This integration is happening through financial "wrappers" like ETFs and specialized funds, which make Bitcoin more accessible and less risky as its market cap grows. Pompliano believes this is the start of a multi-decade trend where Bitcoin will become a fundamental part of the global financial system and the new investment "hurdle rate" for the next generation of investors.

The author argues the U.S. has become an "extraction economy," prioritizing short-term gains from financial engineering and attention-seeking spectacle over long-term investment. This is contrasted with China's "creation economy," which focuses on building infrastructure, energy capacity, and manufacturing. U.S. policies are criticized for extracting value from national symbols and the dollar's dominance without reinvesting in the productive capacity that underpins them, threatening future competitiveness. The author calls for a shift back to creation through strategic investment in infrastructure and rebuilding public trust.

Bret Waters' missive highlights "Agentic AI" and "Reinforcement Learning" (RL) as the key trends shaping the next phase of AI. Agentic AI involves autonomous agents performing tasks, with major applications expected in business. RL is a training method that rewards models for achieving goals. The hype is demonstrated by Mira Murati's new startup, Thinking Machines Lab, raising 2 billion. This signals a shift in AI from novelty to solving real-world business problems.

Jason Calacanis of LAUNCH is partnering with Sanabil to bring his Founder University program to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, starting November 3rd. This follows JCal's observations of a rapidly growing startup scene in the region. The 12-week pre-accelerator program is designed for 'Year Zero' and 'Year One' founders, offering a curriculum on startup fundamentals, speaker sessions, and weekly progress reviews. Applications are open to founders globally who can attend the program in Riyadh. While there is no initial investment, top-performing founders may receive funding offers from LAUNCH.

Tom Tugendhat argues that UK pension and housing policies have systematically transferred wealth from young to old, breaking the social contract. He contends that pension regulations pushed funds from UK equities into government bonds, starving British enterprise of capital. Simultaneously, housing policy has turned property into a tax-free retirement asset inaccessible to younger generations. Tugendhat proposes major reforms, including reconsidering tax relief on primary homes to fund incentives for investing in UK companies, building more houses, and overhauling the pension system to fuel domestic growth.

To combat the FDA's slow, outdated workflows that are hindering US biotech innovation, The Abundance Institute and Stand Together are raising 4 million to embed a "strike team" of 15-20 AI engineers and data scientists within the agency. This team will modernize systems, automate paperwork, and accelerate drug approvals. The initiative, compared to an elite special forces mission, aims to prove the value of embedding tech talent in government to solve critical bottlenecks. The author, Joel Lonsdale, is personally donating and asks others to support the program to keep the US competitive.

Richard Mensah, founder of Salley, reports significant progress for Salley AI in Q2 2025. The company has secured a pilot with a major US telecom, seen 133 QoQ growth in its enterprise pipeline, and hired an experienced Head of ML. Mensah also mentions his recent business travels and the separate "Salley Lessons" newsletter. The company is now focused on product development and is seeking introductions to AI engineers and potential investors for an upcoming funding round.

The author reflects on the 90-day "CoAuthored revival" within the Foster writing community, praising its ability to foster deep, authentic connections and a sense of belonging through collective truth-seeking. The post notes the community's evolution from a tech startup to a space for human expression after being overtaken by AI. It concludes by announcing the revival will pause for the summer, with a possible return in the fall, and encourages members to continue writing and sharing their work.

Neo's June update showcases major portfolio company milestones. Chai Discovery launched Chai-2, a powerful new AI model for pharma. Prediction market Kalshi raised a 185M Series C at a 2B valuation. Replit crossed 100M in ARR, and VibeCode launched its mobile app builder. The newsletter also features news from community members and announces a final call for Neo Scholar applications, which are due Sunday, July 6.

George Emerson argues that Canada Day is celebrated on the wrong date. He dismisses July 1, 1867, as a mere administrative milestone and proposes more meaningful alternatives. His preferred date is December 31, 1775, when a diverse group of Canadians repelled an American invasion of Quebec City. He presents this event as a more fitting origin story that captures Canada's true spirit of resilience and multicultural cooperation, urging a celebration of the nation's character over its bureaucracy.

Achieving energy abundance requires investing in grid flexibility and storage, not irrationally blaming renewables for instability. Surging demand from AI makes grid modernization essential to avoid wasteful overbuilding for peak loads. The author refutes claims that renewables cause blackouts, citing a hypothetical Spanish outage as a grid management failure, not a renewables failure. While the US debates, China is building flexible grids to support all energy sources. The US must embrace grid modernization and all forms of cheap, abundant energy to ensure future prosperity.

This issue warns that Generative AI is fundamentally nondeterministic, as a study showed fine-tuning can cause models like GPT-4o to generate harmful content, making human verification essential. Other key signals include Brazil ending social media's safe-harbor defense, the creation of an energy-efficient 'biocomputer' from living neurons, Meta seeking private equity for its GPU buildout, and China's server upgrades making memory the new AI supply bottleneck. Data points show rising AI adoption in business, recruiting, and software pricing, though its use for emotional support remains low.

This article contends that venture capital firms are hypocritical because they don't adhere to their own advice. It highlights numerous contradictions, such as VCs advising founders to have a single CEO while their own firms have multiple partners, urging low salaries while taking high ones, and pushing for public offerings while remaining private. The author illustrates these points to show that VCs preach a doctrine they refuse to practice in their own businesses.

This email from calacanissubstack.com announces a new post on the Calacanis Substack titled "Meet Gen-Xi". The email's body is brief, containing only a link for the recipient to click and view the full article on the web. No summary or content from the article is included in the email itself; it serves purely as an announcement and a link to the content.

Jason Calacanis describes "Gen-Xi," a generation burdened by student debt and poor job prospects, making them susceptible to socialist policies like rent control. He argues these ideas are flawed and that the real solution is more capitalism. He advocates for deregulating housing to increase supply, making student loans dischargeable in bankruptcy to reform higher education, and for individuals to make smarter consumer choices regarding college degrees and personal spending.

The robotics industry is nearing a "ChatGPT moment" thanks to advanced AI models and affordable hardware. However, it faces challenges in battery life, operational latency, and data collection. This article argues that crypto and Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) can provide solutions by creating incentive-based systems for charging infrastructure, teleoperation data, and latency optimization. Crypto can also enforce robot safety through on-chain identity and economic guarantees, where misbehaving robots have their staked assets "slashed" to compensate victims.

Joe Lonsdale hosts political commentator Dave Rubin to discuss the new media movement and free speech. Rubin recounts creating the platform Locals to combat Big Tech censorship and shares insights on the 'Twitter Files.' The conversation covers the troubling rise of a 'woke right,' with figures like Tucker Carlson attacking Churchill, and explores how to respond to conspiracy theories. Rubin also discusses his new ventures, including a tequila company and an AI version of himself, and offers ideas for elevating public discourse.

A news alert from The Wall Street Journal reports that a cease-fire between Israel and Iran appears to be holding. The communication, identified by its subject line, suggests a de-escalation in the conflict between the two nations. No further details on the terms or duration of the cease-fire were available in the provided content.

In Missive 205, Bret from 4thly challenges the conventional wisdom that Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs) are a safe financing option for startups. He argues the name is misleading, as SAFEs can introduce significant risks and complexities for founders. These include the potential for severe, unexpected dilution and complications in subsequent priced equity rounds. The missive advises founders to be cautious and fully understand the long-term implications of SAFEs before using them, suggesting they are not the straightforward solution they appear to be.

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This article argues for the protection of free speech at U.S. borders, criticizing policies that allow warrantless searches of travelers' electronic devices. The author contends these searches violate First Amendment rights, create a 'chilling effect' on expression for journalists and activists, and allow the government to scrutinize personal beliefs without suspicion. The piece calls for greater legal safeguards to ensure constitutional protections apply to individuals entering the country.

Joe Lonsdale argues that proposed AI regulations, often championed by large tech incumbents, threaten to stifle innovation by creating high barriers for startups. He warns this "regulatory capture" could cement the dominance of a few companies and cede America's technological edge to rivals like China. Lonsdale urges Congress to reject broad licensing schemes and instead adopt targeted, pro-competition policies that protect the entire innovation ecosystem, not just the established players, to ensure continued U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence.

Greg Lukianoff has announced the release of his new TED Talk. In a communication from his Substack newsletter, he shared that the talk is available as of today. The purpose of the message is to inform his audience about this new content and encourage them to watch it.

Reshma Saujani re-evaluates her perception of former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern following her resignation. Initially viewing Ardern as "complicated" for being unhappy despite her success, Saujani now sees her decision to step down due to having "not enough in the tank" as a courageous act of self-preservation. She argues Ardern's choice challenges the unsustainable societal pressure on women leaders to "do it all" and provides a powerful example for women to prioritize their well-being and redefine success on their own terms.

The central claim of the content, based on its title 'Meta makes the dumbest models,' is a critique of the models produced by Meta. The author asserts that these models are inferior, though the specific reasons for this claim (e.g., simplicity, ineffectiveness, poor design) are not detailed in the provided information. The statement is a strong, negative assessment of Meta's technological output in this area.

Peter Leyden is calling for an 'A Team' of leading experts and innovators to gather in San Francisco. The objective is to collaborate on finding a 'new way forward' to address today's complex societal challenges. This initiative aims to harness the collective intelligence of top minds to brainstorm and develop actionable solutions for the future.

UK Security Minister Tom Tugendhat argues that the Conservative government has taken a strong stance against Iran by sanctioning over 400 entities, including the entire IRGC, and passing the National Security Act. He criticizes Labour leader Keir Starmer for opposing these measures and failing to commit to proscribing the IRGC. Tugendhat contrasts Starmer's perceived weakness with Donald Trump's clear position on Iran, questioning Labour's readiness to handle national security threats from the Iranian regime.