This Week in Startups

Bob Iger joins VC firm as venture partner, Twitter whistleblower hearing, KKR tokenizes fund | E1559

Sep 14, 2022
Bob Iger's surprising new role at Thrive Capital raises eyebrows about reputation and venture dynamics. Whistleblower Peiter Zatko's congressional testimony spotlights alarming security failures at Twitter, challenging trust in major tech firms. KKR's innovative move to tokenize its healthcare fund opens doors for easier investment. The show wraps up with discussions on the controversial Launch House allegations, exploring the impact of personal experiences on professional environments.
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ANECDOTE

Withholding Information

  • Twitter allegedly withheld a damaging security report from Mudge.
  • The security firm hired for the report felt uncomfortable with Twitter's interference.
INSIGHT

Technical Ability Comparison

  • Twitter's technical ability is considered inferior to Google and Facebook.
  • Their expertise lies in UX and product design, not technical infrastructure.
INSIGHT

Regulation Incoming

  • Senator Lindsey Graham, surprisingly teamed up with Elizabeth Warren to regulate social media.
  • He suggests creating a regulatory environment with teeth, similar to Europe's system.
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