Snapshot of Post-Election Reactions and Tech Updates: OWITH.ai Podcast

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Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has seen a surge in popularity during the 2024 U.S. election, with users placing $3.3 billion in bets on Trump vs. Harris. However, concerns have been raised about wash trading, which artificially inflates trading activity. The accuracy of prediction markets as a tool for forecasting outcomes is now being questioned. Prediction markets are seen as metrics of sentiment rather than guarantees of future events. It is important to critically assess the dynamics at play in prediction markets and not take them too seriously as definitive predictions. Leo Schwartz suggests that if the underdog wins, it does not necessarily mean the prediction markets were wrong, as they reflect the sentiments of those placing bets. Ultimately, prediction markets offer data points rather than certainties about future outcomes.Amazon has received FAA approval for its new delivery drone, allowing it to fly its mk30 drone in the west valley of Phoenix. This is part of its Prime Air program, which has been in the works for over a decade. Mozilla has laid off 30% of its workforce, focusing on advocacy and global programs. Interpol has arrested 41 individuals in a global operation targeting cybercrime, taking down malicious IP addresses and servers. Nintendo cuts its Switch sales forecast as demand slows, hinting at a successor console. The FTC has sued fintech app Dave for misleading consumers about fees and loan amounts.The aftermath of the election results is discussed, with Donald Trump returning to the White House alongside a Republican Senate and House. Potential policy changes in a second Trump administration are mentioned along with advice for business leaders on how to navigate the current political climate. Additionally, it highlights Palantir CEO Alex Karp gloating over earnings, Jen Psaki's comments on Biden's legacy, and TGI Fridays' concerns about outstanding gift card balances. Starbucks' new CEO's agenda is also mentioned along with predictions of rich Americans leaving the country post-election and fluctuations in Trump media stock prices. Overall, it provides a snapshot of post-election reactions and potential impacts on various industries.

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