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October 10, 2024
2 min read
Episode #61: Meet the Venture Reinventing Aircraft Engines
In this episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, host Drew Wandzilak interviews Ian Brooke, Founder and CEO of Astro Mechanica, about their innovative turbo-electric adaptive engine designed to revolutionize supersonic flight. Ian discusses how this technology aims to make supersonic travel more affordable and efficient, potentially transforming both commercial and defense aviation while promoting sustainable global connectivity.
by Alumni Ventures
October 8, 2024
2 min read
Alumni Ventures Invests in Sahara to Advance Decentralized AI
Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is pleased to announce our continued support of Sahara AI. With its unique combination of AI and blockchain technology, Sahara AI is pioneering a new era of AI ownership, privacy, and provenance, empowering users to control and monetize their AI assets, including proprietary data, models, and agents. AV recently invested in the company’s $43 million round alongside Pantera Capital, Binance Labs, Polychain Capital, Samsung NEXT, and several other established investors.
by Alumni Ventures
October 8, 2024
2 min read
What's the most influential piece of content that has helped you as a founder?
Tune in as we sit down with three visionary founders: Meg Reiss, Founder and CEO of SolidIntel; Anthony Tassone, Co-founder and CEO of Truleo; and Janna Wanzdilak, CEO & Co-Founder at Bundle. In this episode, they open up about the most influential piece of content that has shaped their journeys as entrepreneurs. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned CEO, their insights and stories will surely motivate and guide you.
by Alumni Ventures
October 8, 2024
2 min read
Episode #60: Meet the Start-up Focused on Microbe-tech
In this episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, host Drew Wandzilak interviews Cheri Ackerman, co-founder and CEO of Concerto Biosciences, about their innovative approach to leveraging microbes for health and agriculture. Cheri discusses their kChip technology, which tests microbial combinations for effective ecosystems, and highlights their clinical trials aimed at conditions like eczema, underscoring Concerto’s vision of transforming microbes from adversaries to valuable allies in biotechnology.
by Alumni Ventures
October 7, 2024
5 min read
Microchips, Macro Opportunities
The blog delves into the semiconductor industry’s evolving landscape, underscored by the COVID-19 pandemic’s highlighting of supply chain vulnerabilities and the surging global demand for microchips. With a market exceeding $500 billion, advancements in AI, 5G, and electric vehicles fuel this growth. Significant investments in domestic chip production, led by policy shifts and geopolitical realignments, aim to bolster national security and competitive edges. Startups are at the innovation forefront, while environmental and trade policies shape the industry’s future.
by Matt Caspari
October 7, 2024
14 min read
The 2030 Digital Economy
The Digital Economy represents a transformative shift in commerce and communication, leveraging technologies like AI, blockchain, and XR to redefine global economic landscapes by 2030. Innovations like generative AI are driving unprecedented levels of efficiency and innovation across various sectors, while democratization of AI empowers non-technical users to create sophisticated solutions, accelerating collaboration and innovation.
by Adam Mastrelli
October 4, 2024
2 min read
Episode #59: Meet the Startup Gamifying Your Training Gains
In this episode of The Tech Optimist, host Mike Collins interviews Troy Jones Jr., co-founder and CEO of StatusPRO, about their groundbreaking VR football game, NFL Pro Era. Troy discusses how their advanced XR technology is reshaping the sports gaming landscape, enhancing fan engagement and athlete training, while highlighting key partnerships with major investors and platforms.
by Alumni Ventures
October 3, 2024
4 min read
Cheat Code: AI’s Hidden Hand in Every Game You Play
AI is revolutionizing how games are developed, played, and monetized, driving the gaming industry’s evolution into a global powerhouse.
by Matt Jones
October 1, 2024
5 min read
(CME) Nuclear Energy Is Unstoppable: Alumni Ventures‘ Front-Row Seat to the Nuclear Revolution
From Microsoft’s nuclear-powered data centers to international advocacy efforts, nuclear energy is experiencing a rebirth. At Alumni Ventures’ conference during Climate Tech Week NYC, pioneers across the nuclear sector demonstrated how this clean energy transformation is gaining unstoppable momentum.
by Alumni Ventures
October 1, 2024
2 min read
Episode #58: Meet the Start-Up for Cat Ladies (and Guys)
In this episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, host Greg Baker interviews Cecelia Carrera, founder and CEO of BistroCat, which offers the world’s first fully automated wet cat food feeder designed to enhance feline care through AI-driven personalization. Cecelia discusses the product’s benefits for cat health, her entrepreneurial journey, and future plans for expanding food options and integrating health-tracking features.
by Alumni Ventures
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October 29th 2024
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Ready to sharpen your investment strategy with cutting-edge insights into the future of technology? Join our exclusive AV Masterclass, 8 Investing Ideas We Think Most Investors Are Missing, and discover the emerging innovations reshaping the world—from space exploration to clean energy.
by Alumni Ventures
September 27, 2024
2 min read
Episode #57: Meet the Startup Revolutionizing A/B Testing With AI
In this episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, host Brook Stroud interviews Asaf Yanai, Co-Founder and CEO of Alison.ai, discussing how the company is revolutionizing marketing with AI-driven creative analysis that replaces traditional A/B testing. The conversation covers Alison.ai’s innovative video content analysis, its effects on major brands, and insights into the future of marketing technology.
by Alumni Ventures
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