This Week in Startups: Adobe acquires Figma for $20B, Patagonia founder donates profits + Streaming consolidation | E1561

Jason Calacanis Jason Calacanis 9/16/22 - Episode Page

J+M kickoff the show by discussing Adobe acquiring Figma for $20B! (2:30) Then, they cover Patagonia's founder donates nearly all profits to solve climate change. (21:53) Finally, Lon Harris joins to discuss streaming consolidation, consumer burnout, and some interesting new projects! (46:36)

(0:00) J+M tee up today's topics!

(2:30) Adobe acquires Figma for $20B in a cash and stock deal!

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(16:12) Post-merger thesis, large deal user diligence

(21:53) Patagonia founder donates his profits to solving climate change

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(31:08) Lon Harris joins to break down the state of streaming: consolidation is coming

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(38:49) More cuts coming to $WBD, price increases coming to Disney+ and other services, streaming fatigue

(46:36) New content to keep an eye on!: new Blade Runner series green lit at Amazon, Spotify series coming to Netflix, and more

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