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$AAPL + $PLTR, Value of a Search, Grok Bot Breaks the Bank | Harley Finkelstein, Bridgit Mendler, Dylan Patel & Max Kan & Andrew Megalaa
Publication: TBPN
Author: John Coogan & Jordi Hays
Source published: 03/11/2026, 21:03:14 UTC
Briefing created: 03/11/2026, 21:23:59 UTC
Based on the episode description, not a full transcript. Source evidence retrieved 03/11/2026, 21:21:25 UTC.
Briefings
A podcast by Bridgit Mendler, Dylan Patel, Max Kan, and Andrew Megalaa analyzes the financial value of a search engine, Grok Bot, which broke the bank. The episode covers $AAPL and $PLTR earnings, Shopify's Q3 results, and Northwood Space's funding. It also details the team's research at SemiAnalysis and mentions TBPN's funding sources.
Key points
- Bridgit Mendler is the co-founder and CEO of Northwood Space, a company that raised $375 million at a $2 billion valuation.
- Dylan Patel is the founder and CEO of SemiAnalysis, a research firm covering semiconductors and AI infrastructure economics.
Context
The podcast explores the intersection of high-growth tech stocks, e-commerce, and AI infrastructure, featuring insights from executives and researchers at leading firms.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to a single podcast episode transcript. Specific financial figures for $AAPL and $PLTR are not provided, and the exact date of the Grok Bot launch is not mentioned.
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