#80 Brian Gannon (How software is eating the hardware industry & what’s wrong with innovation)

00:01:20 The genesis of the Loop device as an idea and business. 00:07:07 Why Loop considers itself much more a software than a hardware company?00:10:56 Is hardware development going the way of software - make it once and sell it almost an unlimited time? How does one get started with developing hardware in China?00:24:24 Is complexity the domain of humans? Will everything else be taken over by AI? Should everything in life be free? Is technology already delivering on this? Is work completely optional?00:38:16 Are we not daring enough in the startup industry? Why did we give up on the sci-fi dreams of the 1960s and 1970s.00:43:14 Is regulation and politics the real hindrance to innovation? Why do people go into extreme memes? You may watch this episode on Youtube - #80 Brian Gannon (How software is eating the Hardware industry & what's wrong with innovation). Brian Gannon is the CEO of Loop - the easiest way to stay connected with your family. Before starting his own business Brian worked with Maxim at their hardware video acceleration unit. Big Thanks to our Sponsors! ExpressVPN – Claim back your Internet privacy for less than $10 a month! Mighty Travels Premium – incredible airfare and hotel deals – so everyone can afford to fly Business Class and book 5 Star Hotels! Sign up for free! Divvy – get business credit without a personal guarantee and 21st century spend management plus earn 7x rewards on restaurants & more. Get started for free! Brex – get a business account, a credit card, spend management & convertible rewards for every dollar you spend. Plus now earn $250 just for signing up (Terms & Conditions apply).