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Salim Ismail is the founder of OpenExO
Dave Blundin is the founder & GP of Link Ventures
Balaji is the author of the Network State and founder of the Network School.
Chapters:
00:00 - The Future of AI: No AGI, Many Players
06:12 - China vs. The Internet: Physical vs. Digital Power
11:15 - Demographics, Sovereignty, and Economic Power Shifts
19:24 - AI’s Polytheistic Future: Multiple AGIs & Models
31:06 - AI Capabilities, Bottlenecks & Human Synergy
45:23 - AI Impact on Jobs and Industries
59:33 - Longevity, Biotech, and Regulatory Constraints
01:05:20 - Cryptocurrency as Digital Gold & AI’s Currency
01:19:28 - Network States, Dark Talent & Internet Communities
01:35:20 - Practical Advice & Future Outlook
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Connect with Balaji
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Learn about the Network School: https://ns.com
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*Recorded on August 18th, 2025
*The views expressed by me and all guests are personal opinions and do not constitute Financial, Medical, or Legal advice.
Salim Ismail is the founder of OpenExO
Dave Blundin is the founder & GP of Link Ventures
Balaji is the author of the Network State and founder of the Network School.
Chapters:
00:00 - The Future of AI: No AGI, Many Players
06:12 - China vs. The Internet: Physical vs. Digital Power
11:15 - Demographics, Sovereignty, and Economic Power Shifts
19:24 - AI’s Polytheistic Future: Multiple AGIs & Models
31:06 - AI Capabilities, Bottlenecks & Human Synergy
45:23 - AI Impact on Jobs and Industries
59:33 - Longevity, Biotech, and Regulatory Constraints
01:05:20 - Cryptocurrency as Digital Gold & AI’s Currency
01:19:28 - Network States, Dark Talent & Internet Communities
01:35:20 - Practical Advice & Future Outlook
–-
My companies:
Reverse the age of my skin using the same cream at https://qr.diamandis.com/oneskinpod
Apply to Dave's and my new fund: https://qr.diamandis.com/linkventures...
–-
Connect with Peter:
X: https://qr.diamandis.com/twitter
Connect with Dave:
X: https://x.com/davidblundin
LinkedIn:

Connect with Salim:
X: https://x.com/salimismail
Connect with Balaji
X: https://x.com/balajis
Learn about the Network School: https://ns.com
Listen to MOONSHOTS:
Apple: https://qr.diamandis.com/applepodcast
Spotify: https://qr.diamandis.com/spotifypodcast
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*Recorded on August 18th, 2025
*The views expressed by me and all guests are personal opinions and do not constitute Financial, Medical, or Legal advice.