The Future of Technology: Crowdstrike Failures and Tesla Innovations, Ep. 265

The Capitalist Investor - Episode 265

In this episode of The Capitalist Investor, hosts Luke Lloyd and Derek delve into the intersection of technology and economics, focusing on a recent major disruption caused by CrowdStrike. This incident led to the “blue screen of death” on 8.5 million Windows computers, effectively shutting down numerous businesses and causing chaos across various sectors, including the mortgage and accounting industries, and even affecting gym facilities and airlines.

The hosts discuss the implications of such an event, including potential political responses such as increased regulation, government intervention, and the creation of cybersecurity divisions similar to the Space Force. They also touch on the real risk of more cyberattacks as companies diversify away from relying solely on CrowdStrike.

The conversation shifts to Tesla’s recent financial performance, highlighting missed earnings expectations but noting excitement around their advancements in AI and autonomous driving technologies. Despite media skepticism and sensationalism around Tesla’s safety, the hosts argue that innovations like robo-taxis could significantly improve road safety. They raise concerns about potential cyber-attacks on self-driving cars but emphasize the importance of the U.S. maintaining its technological edge.

Lastly, the hosts speculate on the economic impact of potential political changes, suggesting that a pro-growth policy under a Republican administration could lead to “good inflation” that might help mitigate future economic downturns. They conclude by inviting listeners to engage with them through email for further discussion.