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GPT 5.2 Release, Corporate Collapse in 2026, and $1.1M Job Loss w/ Alexander Wissner-Gross, Salim Ismail & Dave Blundin | EP #215
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This episode of Moonshots with Peter Diamandis features guests Alexander Wissner-Gross, Salim Ismail, and Dave Blundin. They discuss the potential release of GPT 5.2, predict corporate collapses in 2026, and analyze the impact of $1.1 million job losses. The conversation explores future trends and their implications for businesses and the economy.
This podcast episode talks about new AI tools like GPT 5.2 and how they might change businesses and jobs by 2026. Listeners can learn about future tech trends and their real-world effects.
This episode offers insights into potential AI advancements like GPT 5.2 and their broad economic impacts, including job market shifts and corporate stability. It's for leaders and strategists tracking AI's disruptive potential. The discussion touches on themes relevant to OpenAI's model releases and the broader AI industry's influence on future business landscapes.
- HostPeter Diamandis
- GuestAlexander Wissner-Grosscomputer scientist and founder, Reified
- GuestSalim Ismailfounder, OpenExO
- GuestDave Blundinfounder & GP, Link Ventures
- Episode Title: GPT 5.2 Release, Corporate Collapse in 2026, and $1.1M Job Loss w/ Alexander Wissner-Gross, Salim Ismail & Dave Blundin | EP #215
- Show: Moonshots with Peter Diamandis
- Length: 123 minutes
- Guest 1: Alexander Wissner-Gross (computer scientist, founder of Reified)
- Guest 2: Salim Ismail (founder of OpenExO)
- Guest 3: Dave Blundin (founder & GP of Link Ventures)
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Dr. Alexander Wissner-Gross is a computer scientist and founder of Reified
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Questions people ask
- Who are the guests on Moonshots EP #215?
- The guests are computer scientist Alexander Wissner-Gross, OpenExO founder Salim Ismail, and Link Ventures founder Dave Blundin.
- What topics are covered in the episode?
- The episode discusses GPT 5.2, corporate collapse predictions for 2026, and potential job losses.
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