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May 2021
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🍸 “$haken” — Martinis’ alcohol defiance. Moltbot’s AI Facebook. Disney’s Musical TikTok. + Nike/Costco shoe
Moltbot has gone viral with a chatbot social network… AI Agents are chatting with other AI.Disney’s parks biz hit an ATH… but the real story is High School Musical on TikTok.There is 1 drink defying the alcohol downturn: The Martini… Shaken or stirred, it’s a Profit Puppy.Plus, t ... Show More
22m 42s
Yesterday
👋 “Meet the New Boss” — Kevin’s Fed. Super Bowl commercial dating. Brag Book job hack. +Secret Starbucks store
Serena Williams’ super bowl spot is already viral… But it actually cost 3x more than the sticker price.Get to know the next Fed Chair: Kevin Warsh… He’ll affect your money more than the prez.The #1 way to get promoted/get a bonus? Build a Brag Book… We did (and we’ll tell ya how) ... Show More
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Jan 30
🌅 “Afternoon Delight” — Starbucks’ All-day bet. Khabe Lame’s Influencer stock. Apple’s AI rental. +Silk Diapers
We went to Starbucks’ Investor Day… To keep the Siren growing, Starbucks wants your afternoon delight.TikTok star Khabe Lamy just sold his handle for $1B… He’s now the 1st ever Influencer stock.Apple earnings show why Apple isn’t building their own AI LLM… They’re renting AI inst ... Show More
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