Masimo CEO on Apple Patent Fight, Blue Origin Returns to Space

PODCAST:Bloomberg Technology
TITLE:Masimo CEO on Apple Patent Fight, Blue Origin Returns to Space
DATE:2023-12-19 00:00:00
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Summary

Host: Caroline Hyde

Overview: This episode of Bloomberg Technology covers a range of topics, including Apple's legal battle with medical device maker Masimo over patent infringement, Blue Origin's return to space flight, and other technology and venture capital news.

Key Points:

  1. Apple's Legal Battle with Masimo: The episode features an interview with Masimo's CEO, Joe Kiani, discussing the ongoing patent dispute with Apple regarding technology used in Apple Watches for measuring blood oxygen levels. The International Trade Commission ruled in favor of Masimo, leading to an upcoming ban on the sale of certain Apple Watch models in the US.

  2. Blue Origin's Return to Space: The episode highlights Blue Origin's successful space flight after a 15-month hiatus. The segment includes an analysis of Blue Origin's operations, its comparison with SpaceX, and future prospects in the space industry.

  3. Venture Capital Outlook for 2024: The program discusses predictions for venture capital in 2024 based on a report from PitchBook. The discussion includes expectations of investment trends, potential public listings, and how institutional investors are approaching venture capital.

  4. Masimo CEO's Perspective: In the interview with Joe Kiani, he expresses Masimo's position on the patent infringement case and the company's readiness to negotiate a settlement with Apple. Kiani also discusses the impact of the legal battle on Masimo's business and future plans.

  5. Other Tech News: The episode covers various technology news, including advancements in AI, corporate investments in AI startups, and developments in the cryptocurrency market. There is also a mention of Nvidia and Illumina's stock performance and recent business activities.

This episode provides a comprehensive look at significant developments in the technology sector, with a focus on legal disputes, space exploration, venture capital trends, and innovations in AI.