FYI - For Your Innovation

By ARK Invest

What's FYI - For Your Innovation about?

The FYI - For Your Innovation Podcast offers an intellectual discussion on recent developments across disruptive innovation—driven by research, news, controversies, companies, and technological breakthroughs. Hosted by ARK Invest, ARK and guests provide a unique perspective on how to best understand disruptive innovation.

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FYI - For Your Innovation episodes:

04.18.2024
Joe Ferencz: Mastering Metaverse Media with GameFam
On this episode of FYI, Associate Portfolio Manager Nicholas Grous, ARK Advisor Angie Dalton and Analyst Andrew Kim, speak with Joe Ferencz, CEO and founder of GameFam. They explore the potentially transformative role of GameFam in the metaverse, discussing its...
04.16.2024
Is There Anything AI Can’t Do? | The Brainstorm EP 43
AI, AI, AI, oh my! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous discuss all things Artificial Intelligence, from generative AI music creation to AI wearables.If you know ARK, then you...
04.11.2024
George Church: Decoding the Future of Genomics
On this episode of FYI, ARK Multiomics analyst Nemo Marjanovic sits down with Professor George Church, a renowned geneticist and entrepreneur from Harvard. They discuss the evolution of genomic sequencing technologies, the intersection of genomics and blockchain for privacy, and...
04.10.2024
The State of Energy Innovation & A New Era for EVs | The Brainstorm EP 42
Are we at a precipice for nuclear energy development? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Autonomous Tech & Robotics Research Associate Daniel Maguire to discuss energy...
04.03.2024
Bitcoin Custody – Securing the Future
Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to introduce ...
03.28.2024
Peter Diamandis and Cathie Wood on Longevity, AI, and Bitcoin
On this episode, CEO and CIO Cathie Wood and Chief Investment Strategist Charlie Roberts sit down with entrepreneur Peter Diamandis to explore the forefront of healthcare innovation, artificial intelligence (AI), and the evolving role of digital assets like bitcoin. Diamandis,...
03.27.2024
NVIDIA Charges Forward in the AI Era and Gaming’s “YouTube Moment” | The Brainstorm EP 41
Are we at a pivot point for the gaming industry? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Next Generation Internet Director of Research Frank Downing to discuss...
03.21.2024
The Power Of Fitness Wearables with Stanford’s Dr. Michael Snyder
On this episode of FYI, hosts Nemo Marjanovic and Charles Roberts speak with Professor Dr. Michael Snyder, a leading figure in genomics and personalized medicine. The discussion traverses Snyder's work in genomics, systems biology, and the utilization of wearables for...
03.20.2024
Ethereum's Dencun Upgrade and The Starship Launch | The Brainstorm EP 40
We are one step closer to Mars! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by ARK Research Associate Lorenzo Valente to discuss Ethereum's new Dencun upgrade as well...
03.14.2024
CEO Don Burnette: Kodiak's Autonomous Trucking Innovations
On this episode of "For Your Innovation," we engage with Don Burnette, founder and CEO of Kodiak Robotics, to explore their journey and aspirations of autonomous trucking. With insights into Kodiak's unique approach to overcoming the industry's challenges, the episode...
03.13.2024
Rivian’s New Vehicles and Starlink May Be Coming to Your Device Soon | The Brainstorm EP 39
Rivian has resurrected Steve Job's "One More Thing..." This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous discuss the launch of not one, not two, but three new Rivian's as well as...
03.07.2024
Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner: NBA Stars and Venture Investors
This episode of FYI features a compelling conversation with former NBA stars turned tech investors Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner. Hosted by ARK CEO and CIO Cathie Wood, the discussion traverses their journey from the basketball court to the boardroom,...
03.06.2024
Reviewing the AI Battlefront | The Brainstorm EP 38
Who will win the AI race? This week, Nick and Sam are joined by ARK's Chief Futurist, Brett Winton, as they review current competitors within the AI space and expose some downsides and advantages to various platforms.If you know ARK,...
03.05.2024
An Overview Of Bitcoin Mining
Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to introduce a monthly conversation with leaders...
02.29.2024
Resurrecting the Woolly Mammoth: CEO Ben Lamm's Colossal Quest
In this episode of For Your Innovation, Ali Urman chats with Ben Lamm, CEO of Colossal, about the groundbreaking venture aimed at resurrecting extinct species, starting with the woolly mammoth. Lamm shares insights into his journey from tech to biotech,...
02.28.2024
Walmart Acquires Vizio & The ECB Challenges Bitcoin | The Brainstorm EP 37
Bitcoin has some haters. This week, Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous is joined by Research Analyst Andrew Kim and Research Associate David Puell as they discuss Walmart's plans within the connected TV space and the European Central Bank's criticism of...
02.22.2024
Anthony Noto: SoFi CEO
In this episode of For Your Innovation, ARK CEO and CIO Cathie Wood and Fintech Analyst Andrew Kim engage with Anthony Noto, CEO of SoFi, to dive deeply into SoFi's evolution from a student loan refinancing entity to a comprehensive...
02.21.2024
RewindAI CEO Dan Siroker | The Brainstorm EP 36
Replay everything you have ever seen, said, or heard with RewindAI. This week, Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous is joined by Research Analyst Andrew Kim, and together they interview RewindAI CEO Dan Siroker. In the interview, they discuss RewindAI's unique...
02.15.2024
Big Ideas 2024
On this week's edition of FYI we are featuring the February 2, 2024 edition of In The Know. On this edition, ARK CEO and CIO Cathie Wood is joined by ARK Chief Futurist, Brett Winton. Together, they discuss technological convergence,...
02.14.2024
$7 Trillion For Chips and Drug Pricing | The Brainstorm EP 35
$7 trillion for an AI chip? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Chief Futurist Brett Winton and Multi-Omics Analyst Ali Urman. Together they discuss Sam Altman's...
02.10.2024
Apple Vision Pro | The Brainstorm EP 34
A full review of the Apple Vision Pro! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous discuss the new Apple Vision Pro, Meta's VR and AI ambitions and Tesla in ARK's...
02.08.2024
The Bitcoin ETF: A Tipping Point?
Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to introduce a monthly conversation with leaders...
02.01.2024
The Convergence Between Digital Assets, Gaming and Regulation
On today’s episode of FYI, ARK CEO and CIO Cathie Wood and ARK Advisor Angie Dalton interview Commissioner Caroline Pham from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The episode explores the intricacies of digital asset regulation and the CFTC's role...
01.31.2024
Tesla Earnings | The Brainstorm EP 33
Let's unpack the latest Tesla Earnings! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Director of Investment Analysis and Institutional Research Tasha Keeney, CFA. Together they discuss Tesla...
01.25.2024
Bitcoin Myths, Mr Beast on X | The Brainstorm EP 32
Addressing common bitcoin myths! This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Director of Digital Assets Yassine Elmandjra. Together they discuss some of the common bitcoin myths circulating,...
01.19.2024
Rabbit R1, Apple vs. Epic, Vision Pro Flop? | The Brainstorm EP 31
Did the Apple Vision Pro flop? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous discuss Rabbit R1, Apple vs. Epic Games court case, and a potential Apple Vision Pro Flop.If you...
01.18.2024
Decoding Crypto Infrastructure with Blockdaemon
On this episode of FYI, we dive into the intricacies of crypto infrastructure with Konstantin Richter, the CEO and founder of Blockdaemon, and Chris Sharp, Blockdaemon's Chief Technology Officer (CTO). They cover Blockdaemon's journey, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in...
01.11.2024
Bit-Curious? Let's Talk Bitcoin with Cathie Wood
On today’s episode of FYI we will be featuring the most recent In The Know with Cathie Wood, a monthly video series that covers fiscal policy, monetary policy, market signals, economic indicators, and innovation. On this specific In The Know,...
01.09.2024
The Convergence of AI and Robotics | The Brainstorm EP 30
The convergence among technologies: robotics and artificial intelligence. This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Chief Futurist Brett Winton discuss the rapidly evolving robotics landscape and how AI has greatly improved robotic performance.If you know...
01.04.2024
What Will 2024 Bring for Bitcoin?
Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to introduce ...
12.28.2023
Reflecting on 2023 | The Brainstorm EP 29
This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous reflect on 2023. Nick and Sam discuss each of their favorite stories in disruptive innovation this year as we close out 2023.If you...
12.21.2023
Rapidly Digesting Documents Using AI with Humata’s Cyrus Khajvandi and Dan Rasmuson
On today’s episode, Director of Next Generation Internet Research Frank Downing and Chief Futurist Brett Winton are speaking with Cyrus Khajvandi and Dan Rasmuson, the brains behind the artificial intelligence (AI) startup Humata. Backed by OpenAI's foundation-aware technology, Humata seeks...
12.20.2023
Epic Games vs. Google | The Brainstorm EP 28
Epic Games won a court case against Google. This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Andrew Kim, ARK Analyst. Together they discuss a the Epic Games vs....
12.14.2023
Chipper Cash's Approach to Fintech in Africa with Samee Zahid
In today's episode, Research Associate Andrew Kim has an exciting conversation with Samee Zahid, the director of engineering at Chipper Cash. We dive into how Chipper Cash aims to revolutionize the financial ecosystem, emphasizing its recently launched product, Chipper ID....
12.13.2023
Crispr Approval, Gemini, and Grok | The Brainstorm EP 27
The FDA Has Approved America’s First Gene-Editing Therapy—Casgevy. This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Ali Urman, ARK Analyst. Together they discuss a Crispr gene editing breakthrough....
12.07.2023
Funding and Supporting Bitcoin
Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to introduce ...
12.06.2023
Cybertruck and AI Model Manners | The Brainstorm EP 26
Should you say please to your artificial intelligence companion? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Brett Winton, ARK's Chief Futurist. Together they discuss Cybertruck and AI...
11.30.2023
The Future of Human-like Robots with Figure AI’s Brett Adcock
Today, Sam Korus sits down with Brett Adcock, a veteran in the technology industry who has devoted his career to building cutting-edge tech companies. Brett has been an integral part of technology companies for over two decades, more recently steering...
11.28.2023
Cruise and Sodium Ion Batteries | The Brainstorm EP 25
More founders leaving companies? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Tasha Keeney, CFA, ARK’s Director of Investment Analysis and Institutional Strategies. Together they discuss Cruise updates...
11.22.2023
Disruptive Innovation in Europe with Frank Thelen
On today’s episode of FYI, Florian Berberich and Thomas Hartmann-Boyce engage with prominent entrepreneur and investor Frank Thelen. We put the spotlight on the state of disruptive innovation and technology in Europe, with a focused gaze on Frank’s home country,...
11.21.2023
OpenAI and SpaceX | The Brainstorm EP 24
What’s going on with OpenAI? This week, Autonomous Technology and Robotics Director of Research Sam Korus and Associate Portfolio Manager Nick Grous are joined by Brett Winton, ARK’s Chief Futurist. Together they discuss Sam Altman’s removal as CEO of OpenAI...
11.16.2023
Harnessing the Power of Open Banking with Deutsche Bank’s Joris Hensen
On today’s episode, Research Associate Andrew Kim interviews Joris Henson, who pulls back the curtain on Deutsche Bank’s approach to open banking, revealing valuable insights into the evolution of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and giving us a taste of what...
11.15.2023
Space, OpenAI, Open (Source) AI | The Brainstorm EP 23
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on...
11.09.2023
Bridging Traditional and Decentralized Finance with 21Shares
On today’s episode, ARK Director of Digital Assets Yassine Elmandjra sits down with special guests Ophelia Snyder, the president and co-founder of 21Shares, and Eliézer Ndinga, the head of research at 21Shares. Together, they dive deep into the world of...
11.07.2023
Block, AI Regulation, and SpaceX’s Starlink | The Brainstorm EP 22
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on...
11.02.2023
Bitcoin’s Most Under-Explored Use Cases
Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to introduce a monthly conversation with leaders...
11.01.2023
Cruise Stops Cruising and Meta Ray Ban Glasses | The Brainstorm EP 21
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on...
10.26.2023
Coordinating Technology and Specialized Labor for Complex Needs with Francis Pedraza
On today’s episode of FYI, Brett Winton welcomes back Francis Pedraza, the founder of Invisible—a company revolutionizing artificial intelligence (AI) training and data labeling across multiple industries. Forget what you know about traditional AI; we’re diving into a world where...
10.24.2023
Tesla Earnings and Bitcoin | The Brainstorm EP 20
If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on...
10.19.2023
Economic Disconnects with Cathie Wood
On today’s episode of FYI we will be featuring the most recent In The Know with Cathie Wood, a monthly video series that covers fiscal policy, monetary policy, market signals, economic indicators, and innovation. On this specific In The Know,...

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FYI - For Your Innovation episodes:

Joe Ferencz: Mastering Metaverse Media with GameFam

Is There Anything AI Can’t Do? | The Brainstorm EP 43

George Church: Decoding the Future of Genomics

The State of Energy Innovation & A New Era for EVs | The Brainstorm EP 42

Bitcoin Custody – Securing the Future

Peter Diamandis and Cathie Wood on Longevity, AI, and Bitcoin

NVIDIA Charges Forward in the AI Era and Gaming’s “YouTube Moment” | The Brainstorm EP 41

The Power Of Fitness Wearables with Stanford’s Dr. Michael Snyder

Ethereum's Dencun Upgrade and The Starship Launch | The Brainstorm EP 40

CEO Don Burnette: Kodiak's Autonomous Trucking Innovations

Rivian’s New Vehicles and Starlink May Be Coming to Your Device Soon | The Brainstorm EP 39

Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner: NBA Stars and Venture Investors

Reviewing the AI Battlefront | The Brainstorm EP 38

An Overview Of Bitcoin Mining

Resurrecting the Woolly Mammoth: CEO Ben Lamm's Colossal Quest

Walmart Acquires Vizio & The ECB Challenges Bitcoin | The Brainstorm EP 37

Anthony Noto: SoFi CEO

RewindAI CEO Dan Siroker | The Brainstorm EP 36

Big Ideas 2024

$7 Trillion For Chips and Drug Pricing | The Brainstorm EP 35

Apple Vision Pro | The Brainstorm EP 34

The Bitcoin ETF: A Tipping Point?

The Convergence Between Digital Assets, Gaming and Regulation

Tesla Earnings | The Brainstorm EP 33

Bitcoin Myths, Mr Beast on X | The Brainstorm EP 32

Rabbit R1, Apple vs. Epic, Vision Pro Flop? | The Brainstorm EP 31

Decoding Crypto Infrastructure with Blockdaemon

Bit-Curious? Let's Talk Bitcoin with Cathie Wood

The Convergence of AI and Robotics | The Brainstorm EP 30

What Will 2024 Bring for Bitcoin?

Reflecting on 2023 | The Brainstorm EP 29

Rapidly Digesting Documents Using AI with Humata’s Cyrus Khajvandi and Dan Rasmuson

Epic Games vs. Google | The Brainstorm EP 28

Chipper Cash's Approach to Fintech in Africa with Samee Zahid

Crispr Approval, Gemini, and Grok | The Brainstorm EP 27

Funding and Supporting Bitcoin

Cybertruck and AI Model Manners | The Brainstorm EP 26

The Future of Human-like Robots with Figure AI’s Brett Adcock

Cruise and Sodium Ion Batteries | The Brainstorm EP 25

Disruptive Innovation in Europe with Frank Thelen

OpenAI and SpaceX | The Brainstorm EP 24

Harnessing the Power of Open Banking with Deutsche Bank’s Joris Hensen

Space, OpenAI, Open (Source) AI | The Brainstorm EP 23

Bridging Traditional and Decentralized Finance with 21Shares

Block, AI Regulation, and SpaceX’s Starlink | The Brainstorm EP 22

Bitcoin’s Most Under-Explored Use Cases

Cruise Stops Cruising and Meta Ray Ban Glasses | The Brainstorm EP 21

Coordinating Technology and Specialized Labor for Complex Needs with Francis Pedraza

Tesla Earnings and Bitcoin | The Brainstorm EP 20

Economic Disconnects with Cathie Wood