Published Jun 24, 2024

Prof G Markets: Netflix’s New Entertainment Venues & Scott’s Takeaways from Cannes

Scott Galloway delves into the lively Cannes Lions festival, critiques Apple's Vision Pro and Nvidia's market dominance, and examines Netflix's bold venture into immersive 'Netflix Houses,' challenging the conventional entertainment landscape.
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  • Apple Vision Pro

    Scott Galloway shares his critical views on Apple's Vision Pro, describing it as a failed technology that never gained traction. He is shocked by Apple's decision to halt work on the Vision Pro 2, questioning the appeal of a costly gadget that causes discomfort and nausea 1. Despite the immersive experiences offered, like live sports, Scott believes most people will still prefer traditional viewing methods 2.

    This thing never even crawled, for God's sakes. I mean, this thing was literally DOA.

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    Ed Ellison adds that while the immersive experience is impressive, the device's weight and price are significant drawbacks 2.

       

    Nvidia Insights

    Nvidia's market position is a focal point, with its market cap per employee reaching a staggering $113 million, far surpassing tech giants like Apple and Microsoft 3. Scott advises Nvidia employees to diversify their investments, emphasizing the risks of having a concentrated financial portfolio 3.

    Sell now. Okay. And let me acknowledge the stock might double. It doesn't matter if you have more than 90% of your net worth and more than a million dollars in this company.

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    He also discusses scenario planning as a strategy to navigate uncertain futures, suggesting that companies should position themselves flexibly to capitalize on potential opportunities 4.

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