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June 20, 2024
1 min read
AVTV: Stable
Stable helps its members identify and track their supply chain risks and makes managing them easy.
by Alumni Ventures
June 20, 2024
2 min read
Episode #17: Three Breakthroughs: Are Doctors Doomed, Space Breakthrough, and Is a Cure for Diabetes Coming?
Join Alumni Ventures’ Mike Collins and Drew Wandzilak on the Tech Optimist podcast as they discuss three breakthroughs. First, they examine the potential impact of AI in healthcare, questioning if the rise of technology could make traditional doctor roles obsolete. Next, they explore recent advancements in space technology that promise to make space missions more cost-effective and accessible. Finally, they delve into the latest progress in diabetes treatment, exploring whether a cure could soon be on the horizon. Tune in to discover how these innovations are shaping the future.
by Alumni Ventures
June 19, 2024
2 min read
Alumni Ventures Backs Swaplanet’s “Recommerce” Platform for Secondhand Kid Products
Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is proud to support portfolio company Swaplanet. Based in Athens, Greece, Swaplanet is tackling both environmental and economic challenges with an innovative platform revolutionizing the secondhand children’s goods market. AV invested in the company’s pre-seed round alongside other established investors, including Acasia Angels, Genesis Ventures, Zeno Capital (Helidoni Foundation), and Hellenic Business Angels Network.
by Alumni Ventures
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July 17th 2024
The New Era of Government Software: A Conversation with Matt White, Co-Founder & CEO of Multitude Insights
Step into the future of government software with an exclusive webinar featuring Matt White, the Co-Founder & CEO of Multitude Insights, hosted by Pete Mathias, a Venture Capitalist from the Alumni Ventures Strategic Tech Fund.
by Alumni Ventures
June 19, 2024
2 min read
Alumni Ventures Invests in Nanochon to Revolutionize Joint Repair with Advanced Implants
Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is a proud investor in Nanochon. The company is aiming to transform the treatment of cartilage damage and loss in joints (especially knees), with a groundbreaking implant that offers a promising new tool for those looking at knee replacement surgery. AV recently invested in Nanochon’s $4 million seed round led by The University of Virginia Licensing and Ventures Group Seed Fund, with participation from Cultivate (MD), Mountain State Capital, and others.
by Alumni Ventures
June 18, 2024
2 min read
Episode #16: A Discussion on the Future of Knee Replacements
In this episode of the Tech Optimist podcast, join host Mike Collins as he talks with Benjamin Holmes, founder and CEO of Nanochon. Discover how Nanochon is revolutionizing the field of joint health with innovative implant technology.
by Alumni Ventures
June 17, 2024
The Dawn of Brain-Computer Interfaces
A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) is a groundbreaking technology that enables direct communication between the brain and electronic devices. By capturing the brain’s electrophysiological signals, BCIs can interpret these signals to control computers, prosthetics, and other devices.
by Ludwig Pierre Schulze
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June 20th 2024
How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth: A Conversation with GSB's Ilya Strebulaev
Unlock the transformative playbook outlined in “The Venture Mindset: How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth,” authored by distinguished David S. Lobel Professor of Private Equity and Professor of Finance at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, Ilya Strebulaev along with Alumni Ventures Chief Investment Officer Mark Edwards.
by Alumni Ventures
June 15, 2024
2 min read
Episode #15: Developing the Circular Economy for People, Planet, and Profit
In this episode of the Tech Optimist podcast, join Managing Partner Ron Levin as he talks with Sherif Barakat, Co-Founder and CEO of Swaplanet, about transforming the way we handle children’s clothing and toys. Based in Athens, Greece, Swaplanet is pioneering a sustainable approach to consumer goods by facilitating easy swaps of outgrown items among parents. Discover how this innovative model not only reduces waste but also offers families a practical solution to manage clutter and save money. Tune in to learn how Swaplanet is making sustainability accessible and appealing, one swap at a time.
by Alumni Ventures
June 14, 2024
2 min read
Episode #14: Our Children Can't Read
Join host Mike Collins on the Tech Optimist podcast as he interviews Andrea Reisman Johnson, CEO and Co-founder of Rally Reader. Discover how her platform addresses literacy challenges by combining technology with engaging content to enhance reading skills for K-12 students. Learn about Andrea’s personal journey in literacy and how Rally Reader is making reading accessible and enjoyable for children, helping them succeed academically.
by Alumni Ventures
June 13, 2024
9 min read
One Step Too Far: Fifth Circuit Vacates SEC's Much-Anticipated Private Funds Rule
On June 5, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacated the pending SEC Private Funds Rule, which industry experts had described as “a sea change and meaningful recasting of the SEC’s mission.” The Court accepted the argument that the SEC violated the Administrative Procedure Act by enacting a regulation that was not sufficiently supported by any enabling statute. Accordingly, the Court vacated the Private Funds Rule in its entirety, throwing a long-held ambition of current SEC Chair Gary Gensler to regulate private investment funds into profound question.
by Chris Browne
June 13, 2024
2 min read
Episode #13 - Three Breakthroughs: College Sports Turn Pro, Miles Per Gallon, and Ethereum ETFs
Join Alumni Ventures’ Mike Collins and Drew Wandzilak on the Tech Optimist podcast as they discuss three breakthroughs. First, they explore the new compensation model for NCAA athletes, which promises to transform collegiate sports. Next, they debate the relevance of the ‘miles per gallon’ standard in today’s push for greater fuel efficiency. Finally, they delve into the world of finance with the emergence of Ethereum ETFs, marking a significant step towards cryptocurrency acceptance in mainstream investment. Tune in to discover how these innovations are shaping the future.
by Alumni Ventures
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