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The Future Is Closer Than We Think (Ep. 64)

The Future Is Closer Than We Think (Ep. 64)

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Technology is advancing faster than most people realize, and the ripple effects could reshape industries, economies, and everyday life in ways that once seemed impossible.

In this episode, Greg DuPont discusses how emerging technologies could transform mobility and human performance, why long-term thinking matters amid global uncertainty, and how media, markets, and political narratives influence public perception. He also shares insights into the importance of preparation, perspective, and adapting to a future that may arrive faster than most people expect.

Greg discusses: 

  • The breakthroughs happening in artificial muscle and soft robotics technology
  • How wearable exoskeletons and assistive devices could change everyday life
  • Why global disruptions can have long-term economic and social consequences
  • The importance of staying grounded during periods of uncertainty and rapid change
  • How innovation and preparation can coexist in an unpredictable world 
  • And more!

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The Convergence of AI, Robotics and Autonomous Systems (Ep. 59)

The Convergence of AI, Robotics and Autonomous Systems (Ep. 59)

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Technology is evolving at a pace that feels almost impossible to keep up with.

What happens when multiple breakthroughs accelerate at the same time and begin reshaping industries, careers, and the global economy?

In this episode, Greg DuPont unpacks the key ideas from ARK Invest’s Big Ideas 2026 report. Greg explains how falling AI costs, autonomous transportation, robotics, and digital finance are converging at the same time. He explores how these shifts could impact labor markets, retirement planning, and economic systems, while discussing the opportunities and disruptions that may emerge as these technologies scale across society.

Key takeaways:

  • Why the cost of advanced AI models is dropping rapidly, and how that trend may turn AI into a utility
  • How autonomous vehicles and robotaxis could reshape transportation and personal economics
  • Why humanoid robots may soon perform real work in logistics, manufacturing, and elder care
  • How rising electricity demand from AI may reshape energy production and infrastructure
  • Why digital finance and stablecoins could change how money moves across borders
  • And more!

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