The Valley Current®️: The Growth of Trade Secret Law in Parallel with the Growth of Silicon Valley
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Release Date: 06/29/2020
The Valley Current®: What is the Mindset of an Advanced 21st Century Lawyer?
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What happens when a computer scientist becomes a lawyer? Today on The Valley Current®, Jack Russo talks with Alexander Paykin, a tech-powered attorney who’s turning traditional law practice on its head. From running a virtual firm to using AI like ChatGPT and Claude for legal drafting and research, Alexander shares how he’s helping lawyers ditch inefficiency and embrace the future. No Westlaw, no paper files—just smart systems and streamlined workflows. If you’ve ever wondered what legal practice looks like in the digital age, this episode delivers a bold, practical roadmap straight...
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The Valley Current®: Who are the Medicaid Millionaires?
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In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo chats with attorney Maxwell McGhee to unpack this provocative question: Who are the “Medicaid Millionaires”? They dive into how wealthy individuals legally shield assets to qualify for government benefits meant for the needy—using savvy trusts, real estate loopholes, and strategic planning. Jack and Maxwell challenge the morality and legality of these tactics, exploring how the system gets gamed and what reforms could level the playing field. It’s a sharp, eye-opening conversation about law, ethics, and the surprising ways wealth...
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The Valley Current®: What Does Signal Blunder Really Signal Globally?
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The Valley Current®: Is Nvidia Now Embracing Quantum Computing?
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Host Jack Russo welcomes Jack Balletto and John Ferraro to discuss Nvidia’s potential leap into quantum computing. The trio explores the parallels between the early semiconductor boom and today’s quantum wave, speculating on whether Nvidia will acquire startups or talent to stay ahead. They highlight the complementary nature of quantum and conventional computing, the strategic importance of patents, and the evolving tech ecosystem. With nods to IBM’s missed opportunities and the massive role of chipmakers like TSMC, this episode captures a pivotal moment as Silicon Valley eyes the...
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The Valley Current®: What is Tax Treatment of Cybercrime Financial Losses (aka "SCAMS")?
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In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo and CPA Steve Rabin dive into the tax challenges surrounding financial scams. With IRS staffing cuts, shifting audit risks, and the post-TCJA loss deduction rules, victims of scams may find themselves with fewer tax remedies—unless a business is involved. Jack and Steve unpack scenarios from wire fraud to crypto wallet losses, highlight key distinctions in personal vs. business tax treatment, and stress the need for sound professional advice. Tune in for a timely, sharp-witted discussion filled with real-world examples and tax-saving...
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The Valley Current®: Is this any way to run a Military Operation?
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The Valley Current®: Is Silicon Valley Now Extending Into the European Union?
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In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo is joined by global entrepreneur Julie Meyer to explore how the spirit of Silicon Valley is taking root across the European Union. Julie shares insights from her “Follow the Entrepreneur” movement, revealing how European markets—from Zurich to Greece—are embracing innovation and decentralization. With major summits, capital markets engagement, and the rise of entrepreneurial ecosystems abroad, Julie explains why Europe’s next wave of growth will be powered by problem-solving visionaries. Tune in for a lively conversation on...
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The Valley Current®: Will Robo-CPAs & Robo-Tax CPAs Emerge from Advanced AI?
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In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo speaks with CPA Steve Rabin about the future of AI in accounting and tax preparation. While AI-driven bookkeeping has seen major setbacks—such as the collapse of Bench—Rabin explains why human oversight remains essential for complex financial tasks. Simple tax returns may soon be automated, but nuanced decision-making still requires expertise. They discuss the IRS’s self-service tax filing plans, potential AI mentorship for young professionals, and why fully automated CPAs remain a Jetsons-like fantasy. For now, human accountants...
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The Valley Current® What is DeepSeek?
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What if you could run your own AI—no cloud, no data leaks, just pure, local intelligence? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo dives into DeepSeek with Dr. Yon Chung, who’s turned an old PC into a powerful AI engine. They break down how this open-source model stacks up against cloud-based giants and why law firms, startups, and security-conscious industries are eyeing on-premises AI. Could this be the key to protecting trade secrets and legal data? Or is it just the start of a bigger shift in AI? Tune in to find out. Read more about DeepSeek here: Jack Russo...
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The Valley Current®: 21st Century Lifestyle Mindset
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In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo heads to Stanford University to explore the fascinating intersection of lifestyle medicine, longevity, and human potential. Drawing on insights from Dr. Walter Bortz and Dr. Leonard Hayflick, he discusses the concept of the "metabolic field" and the Hayflick limit, which defines the lifespan of human cells. Jack emphasizes the importance of optimizing health, emotional intelligence, and purpose to extend both lifespan and healthspan. Through engaging anecdotes—ranging from billionaire fraudsters to personal reflections on marriage and...
info_outlineThe law around trade secrets is a complex set of tort, contract and even fiduciary principles that can create a minefield of civil and even criminal liabilities for individuals, teams and organizations; when you need help navigating this area, you want someone who is both incredibly adept and experienced. Fortunately, today's guest, James Pooley, wrote the book and he is the guru of trade secrets whose mission in life is to elevate trade secrets to the same level of respect as other forms of intellectual property. Listen in as Jack and James Pooley discuss the growth of trade secret law as Silicon Valley itself has grown.