Jun 28, 2026

Research to Reality: Bringing Frontier ML Research to Production - Vaidas Razgaitis, Higharc

Vaidas Razgaitis, Senior Research Engineer at Higharc, shares three tactical tips to accelerate the transition of novel AI/ML research into production-ready features. He emphasizes addressing the critical handoff challenge between ML researchers and software engineers through structured documentation (Research Prototype Taxonomy Document), a well-organized monorepo utilizing decoupled microservices, and a systematic approach to code decomposition and PR review. These strategies aim to improve legibility, maintainability, and delivery speed for ML-driven products.

Jun 25, 2026

Zynga Founder: Consumer Is Not Investible Right Now - Thats Why You Should Build It

Mark Pincus, founder of Zynga, discusses the product philosophy behind "Life at the Speed of Play," focusing on consumer innovation in the AI age. He introduces the "Proven, Better, New" framework, shares insights on founder mode, and predicts a future where "intelligence on tap" driven by free AI compute will unlock unprecedented opportunities for new "internet treasures," despite current investor skepticism in the consumer space.

Jun 19, 2026

The Media Game Has Changed

The conversation explores the shift from legacy media to creator-led platforms, why authenticity has become a competitive advantage, and how founders can build audiences by communicating directly with customers, employees, and the public. They discuss podcasts, social media, storytelling, corporate communications, and the changing relationship between companies, journalists, and audiences. Along the way, they examine how founders can develop a public voice, why some leaders become influential communicators, and what it means to build a brand in a world where distribution is increasingly decentralized.

May 18, 2026

Tech Truth: Agile Evolution & the Future of SW Engineering • Martin Fowler & Kent Beck • GOTO 2025

Martin Fowler and Kent Beck, two authors of the Agile Manifesto, reunite for an unscripted conversation about their 30-year friendship and the evolution of software engineering. They delve into their practical, daily use of AI (the "Genie"), reflect on the legacy of Extreme Programming and the Agile Manifesto, and offer timeless advice to the next generation of developers.

May 17, 2026

Why Your AI UX Is Broken (and It's Not the Model's Fault) — Mike Christensen, Ably

Mike Christensen from Ably critiques the standard HTTP streaming (SSE) approach for AI chat applications, highlighting its fragility and limitations. He introduces the "durable session" pattern, a persistent, shared resource built on pub/sub principles, to create resilient, multi-device AI experiences with live, bidirectional control.

May 12, 2026

Goldman Sachs Chairman on AI and the Future of Finance | The a16z Show

Lloyd Blankfein, former CEO of Goldman Sachs, shares insights on leadership in crisis, the philosophy of risk management, and the evolution of institutional culture. He discusses navigating the 2008 financial crisis, the transition from a partnership to a public company, and the profound impact of technology and AI on finance and risk.