FTX Past Was No Obstacle to Joining Menlo Ventures: Amy Wu

The video discusses the speaker's role at Menlo Ventures, focusing on consumer and gaming investments. It highlights the significance of platform shifts, such as mobile and blockchain, in driving consumer innovation. The speaker reflects on their experience at FTX Ventures, noting the challenges and learnings from the AI hype cycle. The discussion extends to AI's impact on gaming, emphasizing opportunities for startups and the potential for AI to level the playing field against large incumbents.

How does the speaker perceive the current hype cycle surrounding AI compared to previous cycles like crypto?

What challenges do new consumer tech companies face when competing with incumbents?

What does the speaker identify as a key factor for the success of new consumer tech companies?