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2 statements across 2 episodes · 0 bullish · 1 bearish · 2 people on the record · first statement Jan 25, 2022 by Marc Andreessen · said 7 times in 3 episodes since 2025 · across every show →

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Jan 25, 2022 negative
Assertion Supported
Andreessen notes that Apple continues to exercise significant gatekeeper control
“Apple, you know, opening up the iPhone and the App Store was a big step forward, but of course, even Apple continues to exercise a fair amount of control. I mean, they're far more open than Verizon was in those days, you know, but even still, like, you know, A…”
Marc Andreessen Jan 25, 2022 ▶ 15:56 #129 Marc Andreessen: Interview with an Icon
Jun 2, 2026 neutral
Assertion Not checkable as stated
Pincus: Every click cuts users by half and downloads lose 80-90%
“You lose at least half your users every click. Every time you say click here, half people don't click. And you lose 80% when you say download this. At least. It's probably 90 or more. 90% or more in the app store.”
Mark Pincus Jun 2, 2026 ▶ 25:51 You Don’t Need To Innovate To Be Successful | FarmVille Creator
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