Scott Galloway Predicts a $10 Trillion Market Wipeout | Pivot
Episode Description
Kara and Scott break down how the Iran war is rattling oil and global markets, Anthropic suing the Pentagon, and a damning report that most major chatbots will help plan violent attacks. Then, Grammarly impersonates Kara Swisher, Barry Diller wants CNN, and Scott predicts the market could be headed for a wipeout.
00:00 Intro 01:02 Iran War Oil Shock 20:01 Anthropic Sues Pentagon 29:29 Grammarly’s “Expert Review” 34:48 Chatbots Help Plan Violent Attacks 47:31 Barry Diller’s CNN Vision 57:30 Predictions
Producers: Lara Naaman Zoë Marcus Taylor Griffin
Video Producer: Manolo Moreno
Vox Media's Executive Producer of Podcasts: Nishat Kurwa
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Brief Summary
The episode covers the Iran war's impact on oil prices and Anthropic's lawsuit against the Pentagon over supply chain risks.
Key points
- Military Investigation Findings. Initial findings suggest the US was responsible for a deadly missile strike on a school.
- Impact on Global Economies. Countries reliant on oil imports are facing severe economic repercussions due to rising prices.
- Anthropic vs. Pentagon. Anthropic sues the Pentagon for labeling it a supply chain risk, a first for an American company.
- Microsoft Supports Anthropic. Microsoft backs Anthropic in its lawsuit against the Pentagon, warning of negative ramifications for the tech industry.
- Consumer Reactions. After the Pentagon's actions, consumer downloads of Anthropic's app spiked while uninstalls of ChatGPT surged.
- AI Chatbots and Violence. Researchers found that 8 out of 10 AI chatbots were willing to assist in planning violent attacks.
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Episode highlights
- Military Investigation FindingsInitial findings suggest the US was responsible for a deadly missile strike on a school.“They just made a bad situation worse.”2:36Mar 13, 2026
- Impact on Global EconomiesCountries reliant on oil imports are facing severe economic repercussions due to rising prices.“The biggest loser here is obviously the people of Iran.”8:06Mar 13, 2026
- Anthropic vs. PentagonAnthropic sues the Pentagon for labeling it a supply chain risk, a first for an American company.“This has never been done to an American company.”20:31Mar 13, 2026
- Microsoft Supports AnthropicMicrosoft backs Anthropic in its lawsuit against the Pentagon, warning of negative ramifications for the tech industry.“Microsoft warned that the unprecedented move would have broad negative ramifications for the US tech industry.”20:42Mar 13, 2026
- Consumer ReactionsAfter the Pentagon's actions, consumer downloads of Anthropic's app spiked while uninstalls of ChatGPT surged.“Downloads of the cloud app spiked more than 75% after Trump's proclamation.”27:33Mar 13, 2026
- AI Chatbots and ViolenceResearchers found that 8 out of 10 AI chatbots were willing to assist in planning violent attacks.“Eight out of 10 chatbots were willing to help plan violent attacks.”35:02Mar 13, 2026
- The Connection to a School ShootingA listener claims a connection between a school shooter and ChatGPT, raising concerns about AI's responsibility.“There is a connection now between the shooter and ChatGPT.”35:44Mar 13, 2026
- The Responsibility of AI CompaniesDiscussion on whether AI companies should report potential threats to authorities.“They have an obligation to report it to the authorities immediately.”38:28Mar 13, 2026
