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Silicon Florist links arrangement for March 17, 2026

ere’s a roundup of interesting startup links I came across today:

AI’s Oppenheimer Moment | Andreessen Horowitz

It seems entirely reasonable to wish that nuclear weapons had never been invented, and to have objections about many of their potential uses. The same is true for superhuman AI.

Foxes, Ice Cream, Christmas, and Death – Pink Tiger Games

Hi, Pink Tiger Pals! I’ve missed you! It feels like forever since we’ve connected and there’s so much to share with you.

Public invited to share input, ideas for getting Oregon back on track to meet climate targets • Oregon Capital Chronicle

The public can weigh in on 48 possible actions the state can take to get back on track to reduce greenhouse gas pollution at least 45% by 2035

FAQ: What the millionaires tax means for Seattle startup founders, investors, and tech workers – GeekWire

The new tax is technically an individual income tax — but for owners of LLCs, S corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships, the business’ income flows directly to their personal tax returns. If their share of business income, combined with other Washington taxable income, pushes them above the threshold, they may owe.

This Thursday: Beyond the Hype

Beyond the Hype: How the Paramount+ Design Team Uses (and Doesn’t Use) AI – Alex Sangeorge, Director of Product Design at Paramount+, is sharing what it actually looks like to integrate AI into a large, established design org — where it earns its place, where it falls short, and how his team is navigating it. This isn’t a vendor pitch or a highlight reel. It’s a practitioner talking honestly about a real process.

PDX Code & Coffee @ DeadStock Beaverton, Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 9:00 AM | Meetup

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

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