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THE VALLEY CURRENT®️ COMPUTERLAW GROUP LLP

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Computerlaw Group LLP (www.computerlaw.com) provides strategic, knowledgeable, and effective business and intellectual property protection, licensing and litigation services to Internet, e-commerce, computer software, hardware and other high-tech businesses, teams and industry professionals throughout California, nationally and around the world. CLG produces THE VALLEY CURRENT as a way to keep its worldwide clients, co-counsels, colleagues, and friends aware of developments in Silicon Valley and

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56:54

The Valley Current®: Is AI Becoming a Commodity?

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2025/11/26

AI's boom might be racing toward a dead end as today's LLMs look more like vacuum tubes than world-changers. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo and former Apple executive Russ Irwin break down why AI is rapidly becoming a commodity and why the real power will shift to industry-specific systems built on the private data companies already have. They explore how some companies like Apple may eventually blend multiple AIs behind the scenes, the rise of law firms building in-house AI

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48:34

The Valley Current®: Newsom v. Trump: State v....

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2025/11/19

On this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo unpacks the high-stakes battle between California Governor Gavin Newsom and President Trump. From Judge Breyer's lightning-fast injunction against federal forces in Los Angeles to the thorny question of who enforces a ruling when the White House defies it, Jack dives into the clash between state authority and federal power. Along the way, he explores the structure of the U.S. court system, the staggering resources behind major litigation, and

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35:53

The Valley Current®: Will Trump/Xi Recreate China/US...

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2025/11/12

Can two of the world's most unpredictable leaders find common ground? Can Donald Trump and Xi Jinping reset the world's most pivotal relationship, or are the U.S. and China destined for deeper division? Host Jack Russo and futurist David Nash unpack the fragile dynamics shaping this high-stakes rivalry, from China's spiraling debt and demographic headwinds to Trump's deal-driven approach and America's shifting global stance. As they explore whether economic pragmatism can overcome political

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39:20

The Valley Current®: How is AI Changing IP Strategy?

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2025/11/05

Can artificial intelligence outsmart the patent lawyer? Host Jack Russo sits down with veteran patent prosecutor, Greg Smith, Esq., to tackle that very question. They explore how tools like ChatGPT are shaking up trademark filings, patent drafting, and the entire legal workflow. Greg shares stories from the trenches of the U.S. Patent Office and why AI may empower a new generation of DIY inventors. Jack introduces his latest innovation, a "human potential dashboard" that turns wearable data into a

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34:03

The Valley Current®: How are 21st Century IP Lawyers...

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2025/10/29

What happens when intellectual property law meets cutting-edge AI? On today's episode ofThe Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with patent attorney Ron Abramson to explore how AI is reshaping the daily practice of law. From refining 100-page patent drafts to generating smarter figures with data-driven prompts, Ron shares how AI boosts coherence and efficiency while still revealing its limitations. They dive into timesheet automation hacks, client expectations for instant answers, and the

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53:24

The Valley Current®: Will AI Improve Understanding of...

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2025/10/22

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we calculate chance, and how we fool ourselves with it. In this episode, Jack Russo talks with Stanford’s Professor Sam Savage, the mind behind Probability Management, about the hidden math driving our biggest decisions. From budget-airline safety stats to coffee-cancer myths and courtroom data battles, they expose how flawed models warp policy and perception. Sam reveals how “auditable uncertainty” and stochastic data could make AI not just faster, but

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38:32

The Valley Current®: Will VCs will Survive Our...

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2025/10/15

In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo welcomes SC Moatti, CEO of Mighty Capital and author of Mobilized, for a deep dive into how venture capital must adapt to the realities of a post-AI economy. Moatti explains how artificial intelligence is extending human capability across mind, body, and spirit, creating a new generation of “invisible products” that anticipate user needs without direct interaction. She and Jack explore the evolution of entrepreneurship from mentorship-driven

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39:05

The Valley Current®: Is a real estate crash inevitable?

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2025/10/08

Is California’s housing market headed for a major correction or another boom? On today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo and mortgage lender Joe Cucchiara cut through the noise to expose the bubbles, risks, and hidden opportunities shaping the current real estate landscape. From Palo Alto’s skyrocketing values to San Diego’s emerging openings, they dissect regional dynamics, climate risks on coastal properties, and the forces that could spark major shifts. The discussion then widens

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31:42

The Valley Current®: Is another 2008 market collapse...

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2025/10/01

Are we heading for another 2008-style meltdown? On today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo and finance veteran Joe Cucchiara connect the dots between shaky real estate appraisals, surging insurance premiums, and a market showing serious cracks. They dive into why cautious investors are pulling back, how AI is quietly reshaping the job landscape, and what the uneasy relationship between the Fed and political leaders could mean for what’s ahead. With talk of bubbles, debt pressure, and

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46:15

The Valley Current®: What Are We (Still) Learning...

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2025/09/24

What can the Mayans teach us about resilience, community, and sustainability today? In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Peace Corps volunteer Chris Hansen to uncover how timeless traditions are fueling modern change in rural Guatemala. From worm composting and mushroom farming to poultry co-ops led by women, Chris shares how grassroots projects are reshaping villages and creating new opportunities. Alongside these successes, he reflects on the setbacks (false FBI

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59:07

The Valley Current®: What did the MIT AI Report Miss?

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2025/09/10

What did the MIT AI Report overlook and why does it matter now? On today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Dr. Yon Chung, CEO of Florence AI Incubator, to expose the hard truth behind today’s AI gold rush. With failure rates topping 90%, they reveal how corporate leaders are charging ahead blindly, risking the same fate as past tech bubbles. While AI promises to turbocharge all forms of knowledge work ranging from legal practice to education, it still stumbles when it

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44:00

The Valley Current®: What real creativity produces SV...

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2025/09/03

What does real creativity produce in Silicon Valley and how does it fuel lasting success? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo welcomes serial entrepreneur Marc Canter for a wide-ranging conversation that fuses tech history with personal legacy. Marc revisits the early days of Alcatel switches powering stadium Wi-Fi, the launch of the Macintosh era, and his pioneering drive to make software more accessible and visual. Equally compelling are the roots that shaped him, his family’s

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34:16

The Valley Current®: How do Immigrants Help America?

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2025/08/27

From a small town in Gujarat to leading a global consultancy, Hardik Parekh joins Jack Russo on The Valley Current® to share his thrilling journey of grit, risk, and innovation. Hear how he bootstrapped his firm Searce from scratch, transformed consulting with a “talk less, do more” mantra, and scaled to 1,300 employees across 12 countries all without VC funding. They dive into AI disruption, Silicon Valley’s talent wars, and why the future belongs to “AI-first” firms. It’s an inspiring look at

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01:00:18

The Valley Current®: How to Find Paradise Through...

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2025/08/20

How does one find paradise through service? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Peace Corps volunteer Chris Hansen, who swapped a business suit for hiking boots in the Guatemalan highlands. From building school gardens and vaccinating chickens to importing coffee gear and planning a book, Chris shares how serving others brought clarity, renewal, and unexpected joy. Their conversation weaves through real estate, aging, political shifts, and the search for meaning

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49:46

The Valley Current®: What Would Karl Marx Think of...

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2025/08/13

Is AI the new capitalist overlord Karl Marx warned us about? In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo dives into the seismic shift happening at the intersection of labor, capital, and artificial intelligence with Professor Don Elan, a former finance academic turned globe-trotting tech founder. Don reveals his bold AI platform designed to slash inefficiencies and boost ROI, while questioning what happens to human purpose in a world where machines do it better, faster, and cheaper. From

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28:31

The Valley Current®: Why are We So Nutritionally...

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2025/08/06

Why are so many Americans clueless about nutrition? In this warm, witty episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo sits down with cookbook author Jeanne Kennedy to explore our collective nutritional illiteracy. From freezer-friendly halibut soup to the forgotten art of home cooking, Jeanne dishes out practical tips, personal stories, and sharp insight into why fast food has replaced real food, and what we can do about it. It's part memoir, part masterclass, and full of delicious reasons to

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01:02:00

The Valley Current®: What is a Good Autocracy?

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2025/07/30

Is democracy living on borrowed time? In this electrifying episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with David Nash, creator of The Segmented World, to explore whether a “good autocracy” might be the world’s only path forward. Drawing on insights from his Segmented World Model and his upcoming book series, David argues that rising debt, climate pressures, and political paralysis could push nations toward centralized, one-party rule, citing Singapore as a possible template

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56:05

The Valley Current®: Is Civility Even a Problem...

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2025/07/23

Is civility slipping away at the Supreme Court, or is fierce debate just part of justice? Host Jack Russo talks with Professor Robert Acker about SCOTUS’s big ruling against universal injunctions, limiting lower courts from blocking national policies. They break down the growing tension between Justices Barrett and Jackson, discussing how personal rivalries could influence the Court’s future direction. The conversation also tackles the ongoing struggle between historical and modern interpretations

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37:59

The Valley Current®: Will MAGO (Make America Greatly...

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2025/07/16

Is it time to swap division for optimism? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Tom Casey to ask the big question: Can MAGO (Make America Greatly Optimistic) replace MAGA as the nation’s rallying cry? Tom unpacks how shifting from anger to optimism could transform politics, business leadership, and the national psyche. Drawing on decades of executive coaching, Tom reveals why leaders must cultivate authentic hope to inspire teams and heal a divided country

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42:52

The Valley Current®: What is a HELOC and why is it...

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2025/07/09

Could your home’s equity be the secret weapon in your financial toolkit? Host Jack Russo and Joe Cucchiara unpack the power of Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and why they’re surging in popularity. With flexible borrowing, prime-minus rates, and credit-card-style access, HELOCs are reshaping financial strategies. They explore how rising interest rates, economic uncertainty, and shifting spending habits are impacting real estate, lending, and vehicle leasing. From leveraging HELOCs for

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