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A major U.S. city, and a sanctuary city, whose mayor has stated the city is unable to accommodate the continued influx of migrants, demonstrating the national impact of the border situation.

A term coined by Brad Gerstner to describe Donald Trump's governing style, characterized by high-risk, high-reward initiatives across various geopolitical and domestic fronts.

An economic strategy discussed by Chamath Palihapitiya, where Middle Eastern countries are incentivized to achieve peace to focus on converting their oil reserves into financial assets for economic diversification.

A multi-stage peace deal announced by President Trump to end the war in Gaza, involving a ceasefire, release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, and withdrawal of troops.

A mobile payment service developed by Square years after its founding. It now accounts for half of the company's revenue, exemplifying how a founder's relentless innovation can redefine a business.

Tech founder who recently released 'Buzz', indicating a shift towards embracing open-source AI and decentralized frameworks.

The American stock exchange where tech companies are listed.

A highly successful genetic diagnostics company in Sequoia's portfolio, which grew from a $1 million seed investment to a $22 billion market capitalization, showcasing the potential of diagnostics as a VC investment.

The sector of medicine and science focused on developing biological and chemical therapies.

Institutional or high net-worth investors who provide capital to venture funds.

A financial technology company (now Block) founded by Jack Dorsey. It is used as an example of a business that has 'multiple founding moments' through continuous innovation, such as the launch of Cash App.

Venture capitalist who compared California's overregulation to the UK.