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Ben & Marc: Why Everything Is About to Get 10x Bigger

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Started January 16, 2026

a16z cofounders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz join a16z general partner Erik Torenberg and Not Boring founder Packy McCormick for a conversation on how the media and information ecosystem has changed over the past decade. The discussion breaks down the shift toward a more open and decentralized speech environment, the rise of writer- and creator-led platforms like Substack, and the erosion of centralized media gatekeepers. Marc and Ben also tie these dynamics to their investing worldview, ...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
Investing in creator-led platforms signals a shift in trust from traditional media to individuals, reflecting a broader societal change in how we value information.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
While decentralized platforms democratize content creation, they may also dilute quality and accountability in the information we consume.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
The rise of decentralized platforms empowers creators, allowing diverse voices to flourish without the constraints of traditional media gatekeepers.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
The decline of centralized media could lead to misinformation and fragmented narratives, making it harder for the public to discern truth from falsehood.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
The current media landscape's focus on individual creators risks overshadowing essential journalistic standards that uphold factual reporting.
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