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August 16, 2024
2 min read
Alumni Ventures Invests in Rownd, a Game-Changer in User Authentication
Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is a proud investor in Rownd. The company’s privacy platform helps companies register and retain more users through frictionless sign-ins across all of their websites or apps — with one simple code snippet. AV secured an allocation in Rownd’s oversubscribed $2.2 million seed round alongside Uncorrelated Ventures, Y Combinator, AIN, Legal Tech Fund, SaxeCap, Grit Partners, DVC, Asymmetry Ventures, and others.
by Alumni Ventures
August 16, 2024
2 min read
Episode #41: Revolutionizing Warehousing: Meet the Start-Up Changing the Game
In this episode of The Tech Optimist, Laura Rippy, a Managing Partner at Alumni Ventures, interviews Karl Siebrecht, CEO of Flexe, as he explains how his company revolutionizes warehousing by offering flexible, on-demand storage solutions rather than traditional fixed infrastructures. With a background in economics, the Navy, and startups, Siebrecht’s journey from ad tech to warehousing innovation underscores his commitment to creating adaptable logistics solutions that meet evolving business needs.
by Alumni Ventures
August 15, 2024
2 min read
Alumni Ventures Invests in Truleo to Revolutionize Police Body Camera Analytics
Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is a proud investor in Truleo. The company offers an AI-driven platform that uses body camera footage to improve law enforcement practices, automatically creating highlight reels that support officer training and showcase exemplary conduct.
by Alumni Ventures
August 15, 2024
2 min read
Alumni Ventures Backs Illumix to Revolutionize Augmented Reality in Physical Spaces
Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is a proud investor in Illumix, a pioneering augmented reality company. Illumix is transforming physical spaces into immersive, intelligent environments by integrating digital elements into real-world venues, providing unique guest experiences. AV is one of many established VCs in Illumix’s investor syndicate, including Maveron, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Radar Partners, Unusual Ventures, and Michael Bay’s 451 Media.
by Alumni Ventures
August 15, 2024
2 min read
Episode #40: Three Breakthroughs: Brain-Computer Interfaces, Advanced Neural Networks, and Ozempic Trade Update
In the latest episode of the AV Tech Optimist podcast, ‘Three Breakthroughs’ segment, Mike Collins and Michael Peri explore three transformative technologies set to reshape our health. They delve into Neuralink’s brain-machine interfaces, which promise to revolutionize neurological treatments and enhance cognitive capabilities. The discussion also covers advancements in artificial intelligence through deep neural networks, pushing the boundaries of machine learning. Additionally, they discuss the widespread impact of GLP-1 drugs on managing diabetes and obesity, with significant implications for public health.
by Alumni Ventures
August 13, 2024
2 min read
Episode #39: Meet the Startup Unifying the Digital and Physical Worlds
Join us on the Alumni Ventures’ Tech Optimist podcast as Managing Partner Laura Rippy talks with Kirin Sinha, founder and CEO of Illumix about how her company uses augmented reality to enhance experiences in real-world venues like theme parks and sports stadiums. The discussion also covers Kirin’s journey from academia to entrepreneurship and the practical applications of AR technology in everyday environments
by Alumni Ventures
August 9, 2024
2 min read
Episode #38: Meet the Startup Building Smart AI-Powered Dumbbells
In this episode of The Tech Optimist, Meera Oak, a Partner at Alumni Ventures, interviews Kareem Aly, co-founder and CEO of Kabata, about their innovative AI-powered dumbbells designed to enhance strength training by tracking workout metrics and providing real-time coaching. Highlighting the product’s compact design and versatility, Aly explains how Kabata caters to both fitness enthusiasts and those with limited space. He also shares insights into their recent $5 million seed funding round led by Menlo Ventures, aimed at scaling production and marketing efforts ahead of their upcoming pre-order launch.
by Alumni Ventures
August 8, 2024
2 min read
Episode #37: Three Breakthroughs: Search 2.0, Advances in Exo-Suits, & New blood Tests Change Everything
In the latest episode of the AV Tech Optimist podcast, ‘Three Breakthroughs’ segment, Mike Collins and Matt Caspari dive into three technological advancements shaping our future. They explore the implications of new AI-driven search technologies that are transcending traditional search engines, highlighting how these advancements are more aligned with natural human inquiry and reducing reliance on outdated methods. Additionally, they discuss a groundbreaking robotic back support device, which is designed to mitigate workplace injuries by providing real-time, adaptive support to users. The episode also covers innovative developments in blood tests for Alzheimer’s, offering hope for early detection and more effective management of the disease. Tune in for a captivating discussion on how these technologies are not just innovations but are also practical solutions to real-world problems.
by Alumni Ventures
August 7, 2024
4 min read
How Stupid Is That?
Some of the most important innovations of the last century were initially dismissed as crazy, trivial, or useless. Yet, these “dumb ideas” have profoundly reshaped our world — and made some investors very rich. History shows us that natural human resistance to change and a preference for the familiar often lead to skepticism toward innovations. However, time and again, many of those inventions that initially seemed silly or pointless have become game changers. Let’s explore just a few of the supposedly “dead-on-arrival” innovations.
by Michael Collins
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September 12th 2024
Westwood Ventures 2024 Midyear Update
Watch the Westwood Ventures team for an on-demand presentation covering the 2024 midyear update. During this presentation, we will be spotlighting the funds’ performance, reviewing the portfolio, and sharing exciting news for Fund 5.
by Alumni Ventures
August 6, 2024
2 min read
Episode #36: Mastering VR Combat: The Future of Gaming with Sinn Studios
Join us on the AV Tech Optimist podcast as Mike Collins chats with Almir Brljak and Alek Sinn, the dynamic co-founders of Sinn Studio. Dive deep into the exciting realm of spatial computing as they discuss how their company is pioneering the integration of combat experiences into virtual reality platforms.
by Alumni Ventures
August 5, 2024
2 min read
Ask A Founder: What is the key to selling?
Tune in as we sit down with three visionary founders: Meg Reiss, Founder and CEO at SolidIntel Inc., Fernando Rodriguez-Villa, Co-founder & CEO at AdeptID, and Anthony Tassone, CEO & Co-founder of Truleo. In this episode, these founders each share their number one tip for selling.
by Alumni Ventures
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