Moonshots with Peter Diamandis

The AI-Crypto Collision That Will Redefine Global Power w/ Eric Pulier, Dave Blundin & Salim Ismail | EP #187

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Aug 13, 2025
In this intriguing discussion, Eric Pulier, founder of Vatom Inc., shares insights on the intersection of AI and crypto, emphasizing their potential to transform global finance and regulatory landscapes. Salim Ismail and Dave Blundin delve into the geopolitical implications of AI technologies and semiconductor manufacturing, particularly in the U.S.-China rivalry. They also explore the future of consumer finance innovations, the role of digital currencies in health, and how upcoming regulations could shape the adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency across various sectors.
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INSIGHT

AI Is Already Dominating Asset Allocation

  • AI-driven trading and hedge funds are already mainstream and will dominate active strategies.
  • Dave Blundin notes large funds and startups are using AI to allocate capital far more intelligently.
ANECDOTE

Leopold's Big Bet On Intel

  • Leopold Aschenbrunner turned a white paper into a hedge fund and concentrated heavily in Intel via options.
  • Dave explains Aschenbrunner's fund put significant call-option bets on Intel doubling.
INSIGHT

Starship And Starlink Fund Space Ambitions

  • SpaceX dominates launches and Starship reusability shifts economics for moon and Mars missions.
  • Peter Diamandis highlights Starlink as a revenue engine to fund Starship and interplanetary ambitions.
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