Thrun: Self-Driving Could Be as Valuable as Google Today

The transcript discusses the business sense of investing in companies that may not return capital for many years. It highlights a successful exit through licensing a contact lens to a medical device company. The speaker imagines solving transportation problems with self-driving cars, equating their potential value to Google. Despite the relatively small investment, the potential success could be significant, and the speaker is surprised more companies aren't making similar bets.

What is the significance of a good exit in business?

How could solving the problem of transportation impact society?

Why might the amount of money invested in certain innovations be considered relatively small?

What comparison is made regarding the potential value of a successful transportation solution?

What does the speaker express surprise about regarding other companies?