Join us as Ross unpacks global finance, AI, and the Tower of Babel’s modern parallels in this thought-provoking episode—insights only, not investment advice! START HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbdDIi2BAcBvR9x7cOZeod8pQ58p_3xzS In this riveting episode of BASELINE, Ross joins us to unravel a fascinating mix of topics that span global economics, cutting-edge technology, and humanity’s future. We explore the evolution of industries like Amazon FBA and car manufacturing, the implications of gigafactories, and the opportunities presented by longevity research and biomarkers. From cryptocurrency trust issues to the rise of mBridge as a potential replacement for the US dollar, we dive deep into the shifting tides of global finance. Ross also shares bold insights into the current global AI landscape, debating whether China will be the first to build AGI and what this means for global cooperation. The episode crescendos with a thought-provoking discussion on the Tower of Babel, drawing a parallel between this ancient tale and the modern quest for AI-driven unity—or division. Could AI be humanity’s greatest unifying project or its ultimate challenge? Tune in for a journey that questions whether we’re heading toward utopia or dystopia. 00:00 Intro 01:19 Amazon FBA 06:22 Christmas presents for 2024 08:00 Longevity and biomarkers 09:45 The biggest investor opportunity right now 13:20 Global manufacturing distribution 15:00 Evolution of car obsoleteness 17:17 Gigafactories accelerated industry 18:54 Predictable investment events 21:04 Trusting cryptocurrency 23:00 The impact of interest on national debt 25:05 mBridge as a replacement for the US dollar 29:50 Current global AI players - do we trust them? 32:56 The transition from search engine to generative AI 35:47 Will China build the first AGI? 39:45 How do we build global cooperation 42:15 Can AI give global competitive edge 49:15 AI is a humanity project and decentralisation is required 51:06 Is everyone invested in a positive future 54:41 Ethical considerations as an investor 57:57 Tower of babel 58:21 Utopia or dystopia