China Kills Meta / Manus Deal (Story Of The Year) | E2281

Jason Calacanis and Lon discuss China blocking Meta's acquisition of Manus, calling it the story of the year due to its geopolitical implications. They also analyze the reworked OpenAI-Microsoft partnership, highlighting Microsoft's 27% equity stake as a massive bet. A dashcam video from China showing a self-driving car hitting a child sparks debate about edge cases and the future of autonomous driving. The show ends with off-topic segments on Russell Brand and tech gadgets. - China cancels Meta's acquisition of Manus, closing the Singapore loophole for Chinese AI companies. - Jason calls the Manus deal block the story of the year and a major escalation in AI wars. - Microsoft and OpenAI restructure their deal, dropping exclusivity but locking in Microsoft's revenue share through 2030. - Jason emphasizes Microsoft's 27% ownership in OpenAI as a potentially historic investment. - A video from China shows a self-driving car hitting a child, raising questions about autonomous vehicle safety. - Jason predicts that a similar incident in the US could lead to a ban on self-driving cars. - The hosts discuss Russell Brand's awkward Christian conversion interview with Piers Morgan. - Lon recommends the British crime show 'Criminal Record' on Apple TV.