Ben Horowitz on the Next Technology Era

Ben Horowitz on the Next Technology Era

From The a16z Show by Andreessen Horowitz

May 8, 2026 · 29 min · Episode 1098

About this episode

Ben Horowitz discusses the responsibilities of leading the technology industry and the intertwining of venture capital, technology, and national strategy.

David Ulevitch speaks with Ben Horowitz about what it means to lead the technology industry at scale, and the responsibilities that come with it. Following the firm’s largest-ever fundraise, they discuss how venture capital, technology, and national strategy are increasingly intertwined. The conversation covers America’s role in the next technological revolution, from AI to advanced manufacturing, and why maintaining technological leadership is critical not just for economic growth, but for global influence. Horowitz also shares his perspective on working with government, supporting national security innovation, and building systems that give more people the opportunity to contribute. They also discuss how venture capital is evolving, the shift toward larger firms and specialized strategies, and why optimism about technology, and its potential to improve lives, remains essential even amid growing skepticism.

People in this episode

Host: David Ulevitch

Guest: Ben Horowitz

Topics covered

  • technology leadership
  • venture capital
  • national strategy
  • AI
  • advanced manufacturing
  • economic growth
  • global influence

Keywords

  • technology
  • venture capital
  • national strategy
  • AI
  • economic growth
  • global influence
  • innovation

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Organizations: Andreessen Horowitz, AI, advanced manufacturing, national security

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