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GTA 6 Goldrush, TBPN's $100M OpenAI Deal, The OG Clickbait King Who Burned $4B/Year
With Sam Parr, Shaan Puri · Sunday, April 26, 2026
Shaan Puri and Sam Parr delve into diverse opportunities, from the massive economy surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6 to the controversial OpenAI acquisition of TBPN and the historical lessons from media titan William Randolph Hearst. They discuss strategies for identifying emerging markets, evaluating M&A decisions, and the crucial skill of recruiting and managing world-class talent to build enduring businesses.
Key takeaways
- William Randolph Hearst pioneered "yellow journalism," using sensational news to capture mass audiences and build a vast media empire. Read more →
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