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Chris Dixon: AI and crypto will redefine creative economic models, the dangers of closed-source AI, and how blockchain can democratize media rights | a16z Live

AI and crypto convergence is set to transform creative industries with new economic models and opportunities.

FEBRUARY 19, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Andrew Bosworth: The future of consumer tech will prioritize intent-based interactions, augmented reality glasses will revolutionize content consumption, and AI is solving real-world problems | a16z Live

AI-driven augmented reality glasses are set to transform how we interact with technology and consume content.

FEBRUARY 18, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Greg Ulrich: Mastercard has used AI for decades in fraud detection, generative AI enhances existing products, and real-time transaction scoring is key to security | a16z Live

Mastercard leverages AI to enhance fraud detection and streamline onboarding, ensuring secure and efficient transactions.

FEBRUARY 18, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Lisa Su: AI will be foundational in all AMD products, high performance computing is crucial for AI training, and collaboration is key in the semiconductor industry | a16z Live

AMD's strategic focus on AI integration aims to revolutionize computing and accelerate technology adoption globally.

FEBRUARY 17, 2026 · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Latest from a16z Live

Wade Foster: Community feedback drives product strategy, why personalized onboarding is crucial for user experience, and the limitations of relying on forums for growth | a16z Live

Feb. 17, 2026

Wade Foster: Community feedback drives product strategy, why personalized onboarding is crucial for user experience, and the limitations of relying on forums for growth | a16z Live

Product-led growth thrives on continuous user feedback and strong onboarding to enhance customer experience.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Trey Holterman: Operational efficiency can drastically improve patient outcomes, why accountability gaps hinder care transitions, and the role of technology in healthcare innovation | a16z Live

Feb. 16, 2026

Trey Holterman: Operational efficiency can drastically improve patient outcomes, why accountability gaps hinder care transitions, and the role of technology in healthcare innovation | a16z Live

AI-driven operational improvements in healthcare could be the key to better patient outcomes and efficiency.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Ben Metz: Venture capital overlooks local businesses, outdated banking software hinders innovation, and the struggle for digital transformation in traditional banks | a16z Live

Feb. 16, 2026

Ben Metz: Venture capital overlooks local businesses, outdated banking software hinders innovation, and the struggle for digital transformation in traditional banks | a16z Live

Outdated banking systems hinder innovation, but modernizing infrastructure could accelerate progress for smaller financial institutions.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Tomer London: Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, selecting the right initial customers drives growth, and building trust is essential for mission-critical software | a16z Live

Feb. 15, 2026

Tomer London: Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, selecting the right initial customers drives growth, and building trust is essential for mission-critical software | a16z Live

Effective payroll management can transform employee data into strategic insights for small business growth.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Brian Schimpf: Defense industry consolidation is stifling competition, Anduril’s factory will create 4,000 jobs, and AI’s role in military operations demands human oversight | a16z Live

Feb. 14, 2026

Brian Schimpf: Defense industry consolidation is stifling competition, Anduril’s factory will create 4,000 jobs, and AI’s role in military operations demands human oversight | a16z Live

Anduril's Ohio factory promises thousands of jobs, highlighting the economic impact of defense investments.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Eliot Horowitz: Open source is essential for database longevity, why developer satisfaction drives product success, and the challenges of monetizing cloud services | a16z Live

Feb. 14, 2026

Eliot Horowitz: Open source is essential for database longevity, why developer satisfaction drives product success, and the challenges of monetizing cloud services | a16z Live

Open source is transforming database development by ensuring longevity, security, and developer satisfaction in the cloud era.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Podcast Notes

Chris Dixon: AI and crypto will redefine creative economic models, the dangers of closed-source AI, and how blockchain can democratize media rights | a16z Live

Andrew Bosworth: The future of consumer tech will prioritize intent-based interactions, augmented reality glasses will revolutionize content consumption, and AI is solving real-world problems | a16z Live

Greg Ulrich: Mastercard has used AI for decades in fraud detection, generative AI enhances existing products, and real-time transaction scoring is key to security | a16z Live

Lisa Su: AI will be foundational in all AMD products, high performance computing is crucial for AI training, and collaboration is key in the semiconductor industry | a16z Live

Latest from a16z Live

Wade Foster: Community feedback drives product strategy, why personalized onboarding is crucial for user experience, and the limitations of relying on forums for growth | a16z Live

Wade Foster: Community feedback drives product strategy, why personalized onboarding is crucial for user experience, and the limitations of relying on forums for growth | a16z Live

Trey Holterman: Operational efficiency can drastically improve patient outcomes, why accountability gaps hinder care transitions, and the role of technology in healthcare innovation | a16z Live

Trey Holterman: Operational efficiency can drastically improve patient outcomes, why accountability gaps hinder care transitions, and the role of technology in healthcare innovation | a16z Live

Ben Metz: Venture capital overlooks local businesses, outdated banking software hinders innovation, and the struggle for digital transformation in traditional banks | a16z Live

Ben Metz: Venture capital overlooks local businesses, outdated banking software hinders innovation, and the struggle for digital transformation in traditional banks | a16z Live

Tomer London: Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, selecting the right initial customers drives growth, and building trust is essential for mission-critical software | a16z Live

Tomer London: Payroll is a major pain point for small businesses, selecting the right initial customers drives growth, and building trust is essential for mission-critical software | a16z Live

Brian Schimpf: Defense industry consolidation is stifling competition, Anduril’s factory will create 4,000 jobs, and AI’s role in military operations demands human oversight | a16z Live

Brian Schimpf: Defense industry consolidation is stifling competition, Anduril’s factory will create 4,000 jobs, and AI’s role in military operations demands human oversight | a16z Live

Eliot Horowitz: Open source is essential for database longevity, why developer satisfaction drives product success, and the challenges of monetizing cloud services | a16z Live

Eliot Horowitz: Open source is essential for database longevity, why developer satisfaction drives product success, and the challenges of monetizing cloud services | a16z Live

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