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Ask the Mates anything | MOONSHOTS AMA #289
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In "Ask the Mates anything | MOONSHOTS AMA #289," Peter Diamandis hosts an AMA session with Salim Ismail and Dave Blundin. They discuss audience questions on AI, technology, and future metatrends. The episode also features computer scientist Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross.
This podcast episode is a question and answer session about new technology and what might happen in the future. It helps people understand big ideas about how technology is changing our world.
This AMA offers insights into AI and future technology trends from established figures like Peter Diamandis and Salim Ismail. It is for entrepreneurs and futurists interested in long-term technological shifts. The discussion on metatrends connects to how frontier labs like Google Gemini and OpenAI are shaping future AI capabilities and applications.
- HostPeter Diamandis
- GuestSalim Ismailfounder, Open ExO
- GuestDave Blundinfounder & GP, Link Ventures
- GuestAlexander Wissner-Grossfounder, Reified
- Episode Title: Ask the Mates anything | MOONSHOTS AMA #289
- Show: Moonshots with Peter Diamandis
- Length: 87 minutes
- Recorded Date: September 8th, 2026
The mates sit down for an AMA to answer audience questions and dive into the latest developments across AI, technology, and the future.
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Peter H. Diamandis, MD, is the Founder of XPRIZE, Singularity University, ZeroG, and A360
Salim Ismail is the founder of Open ExO, a GP at Exponential Venture Capital/The Organizational Singularity Fund and a sought after global speaker and thought leader.
Dave Blundin is the founder & GP of Link Ventures
Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross is a computer scientist and founder of Reified
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Questions people ask
- What is the main topic of the AMA?
- The episode covers audience questions and dives into the latest developments across AI, technology, and the future, focusing on metatrends.
- Who are the hosts and guests?
- Peter Diamandis hosts the AMA with guests Salim Ismail, Dave Blundin, and Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross.
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