Other notable stories include insights from Aamanh Sehdev, who rapidly advanced to a McKinsey partner, and various topics such as the rarity of prisoners winning Eighth Amendment claims, China's lead in the electric vehicle race, and the regrets of older Americans about their career choices. The newsletter also mentions where the world's wealthiest spend their December holidays, top stock picks for 2025, AWS's spending plans, and Netflix's success in streaming NFL games.
Key takeaways:
- Elon Musk's private jets made 355 flights in 2024, highlighting his political involvement and connections to Trumpworld.
- Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI employee, was found dead after speaking out against the company, raising questions about AI's impact.
- Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni has put crisis PR under scrutiny, revealing the industry's challenges.
- Luxury vacation rentals are thriving as travelers shift away from cheaper Airbnb options, boosting the short-term rental market.