77. The Rise and Risks of Sovereign Wealth Funds

Whilst the UK squandered its North Sea oil and gas revenues, Norway's Government Pension Fund Global used them to become the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund, managing over $2.1 trillion in assets. These state-backed investment vehicles have long been recognised as powerful forces capable of shaping the future of technology. As governments increasingly channel billions into AI and emerging tech, the power and risks associated with Sovereign Wealth Funds are becoming impossible to ignore.

So, what exactly do you need to know about Sovereign Wealth Funds?

Also in today’s episode, we’ll explore the often contradictory relationship between Keir Starmer and Britain’s technology sector.

What to look forward to:

00:34 Are Sovereign Wealth Funds Effective in Technology Category Creation

26:00 The Starmer-isation of UK tech

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