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▶ 31:32 · $META · Cannes Recap, Meta Gambling Goggles, AI Restrictions, Apple Price Hikes
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Cannes Recap, Meta Gambling Goggles, AI Restrictions, Apple Price Hikes

2026-06-26 · 6 company · 0 thematic
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john coogan

Co-host of TBPN, a live technology and business show focused on startups, venture capital and Silicon Valley.

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“When I see 7 million pairs of glasses compared to 100 million smart watches, I feel like this is perfect trajectory. Like this is great. Do you think that Meta ever makes a free pair of glasses that's ad supported? ... I don't think that's…”
—john coogan
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