Space Race Acquisition
Apr 14, 2026 · 20m
Summary
Amazon acquires GlobalStar for $10.8 billion to expand its Leo satellite network, partnering with Apple for device connectivity. Federal charges are filed against the man who attacked Sam Altman, while OpenAI acquihires fintech startup Hiro Finance. Google penalizes back-button hijacking, data labeling firms surge in revenue, and Missouri voters oust council members over a data center.
Topics discussed
Duracell commercial featuring Lionel Messi
Intro: Amazon GlobalStar, Sam Altman attacker, and more
Amazon acquires GlobalStar to boost Leo satellite network
Federal charges filed against Sam Altman attacker
OpenAI acquires fintech startup Hiro Finance
Sponsors: Perfect Bistro, Google Health, and Pepsi
Google declares war on back button hijacking
Data labeling startups like Handshake and Mercore booming
Missouri voters revolt over data center approval
Call for AI Show and Tell bonus episode guests
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