In this episode of the Brainstorm podcast, Sam Korus, Brett Winton, and Nick Grous dive into the latest advancements in space exploration with SpaceX's groundbreaking achievements and the evolving landscape of gene sequencing technology. From the successful Starship test flight to the economic implications of reusable rockets, and the cost dynamics of long-read versus short-read sequencing, this discussion offers a deep dive into the future of technology and innovation.

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 breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Public.com. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.

Key Points From This Episode:

• SpaceX's Starship test flight was a major success, showcasing the potential for reusable rockets.
• The 31st reuse of a booster marks a significant milestone in reducing space travel costs.
• Starlink's technology provides superior video quality and data collection during launches.
• Long-read sequencing is becoming more affordable, opening new research opportunities.
• The prediction market is experiencing rapid growth, with significant shifts in market share.
• Apple's investment in F1 broadcast rights highlights the growing interest in motorsports.

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