Josh Kushner Buys Lakers, Bridging AI Bets and Political Footnotes
TL;DR
Josh Kushner, Thrive Capital founder, becomes a co-owner of the Lakers alongside Bob Iger, underscoring a portfolio built on early tech bets and massive AI investments. Thrive has backed OpenAI and defense tech like Anduril, while Kushner’s Democratic leanings and past political giving add a political dimension to the high-profile sports investment. The move stacks wealth and ambition with potential reputational baggage for the franchise.
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