Episodes

  • Africa’s Healthtech Revolution and India’s Data Privacy Boom

    Africa’s Healthtech Revolution and India’s Data Privacy Boom
    Jan 27 2025
    Explore how the Investing in Innovation Africa (i3) program is transforming the African startup landscape by supporting healthtech innovation, and delve into the opportunities arising from India's new Digital Personal Data Protection Act for consent management startups. Discover the impact of strategic investments and regulatory shifts on emerging markets and the future of healthcare and data privacy. Sources: https://techpoint.africa/2025/01/27/i3-calls-for-third-cohort/ https://www.tice.news/tice-trending/dpdp-act-new-opportunity-for-consent-management-startups-8657335 https://thehustle.co/news/full-body-scan-startups-see-dollar-signs-under-your-skin https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/01/inside-germanys-dynamic-startup-ecosystem-10-promising-startups-to-watch-in-2025/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) Investing in Innovation Africa (i3) supported 60 startups in two years, gets more selective in third cohort (00:04:41) DPDP Act: A New Opportunity for Consent Management Startups (00:08:06) Full-body scan startups see dollar signs under your skin (00:10:52) Inside Germany’s dynamic startup ecosystem: 10 promising startups to watch in 2025
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    14 mins
  • Innovative Startups Tackle Climate and AI Challenges

    Innovative Startups Tackle Climate and AI Challenges
    Jan 26 2025
    Explore how tech startups are leading the charge in addressing climate change with groundbreaking innovations and strategic grant funding. Discover the top AI trends and startups to watch in 2025, highlighting Israel's role in the global AI landscape. Plus, learn from the cautionary tale of French e-bike startup Angell's near bankruptcy and the valuation challenges faced by Israeli startups amid investment surges. This episode offers insights into the dynamic world of startups and their impact on technology and sustainability. Sources: https://www2.fundsforngos.org/articles-listicles/top-grants-for-tech-startups-addressing-climate-challenges/ https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/hjigxomujg https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/24/french-e-bike-startup-angell-nears-bankruptcy/ https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/h16fnqk00kx Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Top Grants for Tech Startups Addressing Climate Challenges (00:04:20) 5 leading AI trends and startups to watch in 2025 (00:07:59) French e-bike startup Angell nears bankruptcy (00:10:44) Israeli startups may face valuation challenges as investments surge in 2025
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    14 mins
  • Innovative Startups Transforming Gov Tech and Healthcare

    Innovative Startups Transforming Gov Tech and Healthcare
    Jan 25 2025
    Explore the groundbreaking innovations from the State of Gov Tech 2024, where startups like Fordje and Madison AI are revolutionizing public services. Discover how Rad AI is transforming healthcare with its recent $525 million valuation, and learn about the Anava Fund's role in Tunisia's startup boom. Plus, delve into the GEO satellite market's potential with insights from Astranis and ReOrbit. This episode highlights the transformative power of startups across diverse sectors, inspiring listeners with stories of innovation and growth. Sources: https://www.govtech.com/icymi/state-of-gov-tech-2024-startup-showcase-winners-icymi https://www.businessinsider.com/rad-ai-funding-transformation-capital-series-c-2025-1 https://thecondia.com/anava-fund-tunisia-startup-investment/ https://www.spaceintelreport.com/startups-astranis-and-reorbit-veterans-maxar-and-melco-different-business-models-but-a-shared-belief-in-the-geo-market/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) State of Gov Tech 2024: Startup Showcase Winners (00:04:01) Healthcare startup Rad AI has raised a new round of funding from Transformation Capital at a $525 million valuation (00:07:19) How ANAVA fund of funds sparked a VC funding wave in Tunisia (00:10:40) Startups Astranis and ReOrbit, veterans Maxar and Melco: Different business models, but a shared belief in the GEO market
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    15 mins
  • Startup Shakeups: From Quantum Investments to Fraud Scandals

    Startup Shakeups: From Quantum Investments to Fraud Scandals
    Jan 24 2025
    Explore the latest in the startup world as Divvy Homes' $1 billion sale highlights the challenges in PropTech, while QDNL Participations launches a €60 million fund for quantum startups. Discover the vibrant Southeast startup scene with new innovations and leadership, and delve into the shocking fraud scandal involving an AI startup founder. This episode offers insights into the risks and rewards of entrepreneurship, making it essential listening for investors and innovators alike. Sources: https://www.pymnts.com/acquisitions/2025/divvy-homes-1-billion-dollar-sale-cautionary-tale-proptech-startups/ https://ioplus.nl/en/posts/qndl-participations-launches-60-million-fund-for-early-stage-quantum-startups https://hypepotamus.com/startup-news/friday-fund-day-jan-20-2025/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/cyrusfarivar/2025/01/23/ai-startup-founder-allegedly-spent-millions-of-investors-money-on-house-car-and-wedding/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) Divvy Homes’ $1 Billion Sale: A Cautionary Tale for PropTech Startups (00:04:22) QNDL Participations launches €60 million fund for early stage quantum startups (00:07:38) Friday "Fund" Day: What Southeast Startups Made News The Week of January 20 - 27, 2026 (00:10:43) AI Startup Founder Allegedly Spent Millions Of Investors’ Money On House, Car And Wedding
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    14 mins
  • Neko Health’s $260M Boost and Singapore’s Startup Surge

    Neko Health’s $260M Boost and Singapore’s Startup Surge
    Jan 23 2025
    Explore how Neko Health, co-founded by Spotify's Daniel Ek, is transforming preventative healthcare with a $260M funding round. Discover why Singapore is becoming a haven for startups amid US-China tensions, and learn about India's push for tax neutrality to welcome startups back home. Plus, meet the South Florida startup revolutionizing seawalls with eco-friendly designs. Dive into these stories of innovation and strategic growth in the global startup ecosystem. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/22/neko-the-body-scanning-startup-co-founded-by-spotifys-daniel-ek-snaps-up-260m-at-a-1-8b-valuation/ https://globalventuring.com/corporate/asia/singapore-becomes-refuge-for-investors-and-startups-escaping-us-china-tensions/ https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/business/entrepreneurs-seek-tax-neutrality-for-homecoming-of-startups/ https://www.local10.com/news/local/2025/01/22/innovative-south-florida-startup-building-new-seawalls-that-are-also-eco-friendly/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:45) Neko, the body-scanning startup co-founded by Spotify's Daniel Ek, snaps up $260M at a $1.8B valuation (00:03:56) Singapore becomes refuge for investors and startups escaping US-China tensions - (00:07:09) Entrepreneurs seek tax neutrality for homecoming of startups (00:10:47) Innovative South Florida startup building new seawalls that are also eco-friendly
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    14 mins
  • Venture Capital Shifts: New Funds and Strategic Partnerships

    Venture Capital Shifts: New Funds and Strategic Partnerships
    Jan 22 2025
    Explore the latest in venture capital as SamVed launches a $50 million fund for Indian tech startups, and Latitud relaunches its fellowship to boost Latin American innovators. Discover how Matchory's €6 million financing round is transforming supply chains, and why startups are increasingly turning to corporate venture capital for strategic growth. This episode offers insights into the evolving funding landscape and the opportunities it presents for emerging entrepreneurs. Sources: https://www.entrepreneur.com/en-in/news-and-trends/samved-launches-usd-50-mn-fund-to-back-early-stage-tech/485908 https://www.contxto.com/en/news/latitud-relaunches-its-latitud-fellowship-program-to-support-early-stage-latin-american-startups/ https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/01/procuretech-startup-matchory-announces-e6-million-financing-round/ https://tech.eu/2025/01/21/why-startups-are-turning-to-cvcs-like-inmotion-ventures-amid-shifting-vc-dynamics/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) SamVed Launches USD 50 Mn Fund to Back Early-Stage Tech Startups in India (00:03:51) Latitud relaunches its Latitud Fellowship program to support early-stage Latin American startups (00:06:33) ProcureTech startup Matchory announces €6 million financing round (00:09:57) Why startups are turning to CVCs like InMotion Ventures amid shifting VC dynamics
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    14 mins
  • Empowering Women Entrepreneurs and Cybersecurity Innovations

    Empowering Women Entrepreneurs and Cybersecurity Innovations
    Jan 21 2025
    Explore the rise of female angel investors in Greece with Blossom Ventures, and how they're transforming the startup landscape for women entrepreneurs. Dive into Zynap's groundbreaking approach to cybersecurity, leveraging AI to combat digital threats. Plus, discover the challenges and opportunities AI regulations present for tech startups, and celebrate Lottie's recognition as the UK's most disruptive startup, revolutionizing the social care sector. Join us for insights into innovation and entrepreneurship shaping the future. Sources: https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1259053/female-support-to-womens-startups/ https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/01/a-new-line-of-defense-cybersecurity-startup-zynap-raises-e5-7-million-for-threat-intelligence/ https://pune.news/business/the-impact-of-ai-regulations-on-tech-startups-challenges-and-opportunities-293661/ https://www.killerstartups.com/lottie-tops-uks-startups-100-index/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Female support to women’s startups (00:03:18) A new line of defense: Cybersecurity startup Zynap raises €5.7 million for threat intelligence (00:06:10) The Impact of AI Regulations on Tech Startups: Challenges and Opportunities (00:09:52) Lottie tops UK's Startups 100 Index
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    14 mins
  • Startup Security Risks and New Ventures: A Deep Dive

    Startup Security Risks and New Ventures: A Deep Dive
    Jan 20 2025
    Explore the hidden data theft risks faced by employees of failed startups due to Google OAuth vulnerabilities. Discover how 100X.VC's latest investment is fueling innovation across diverse sectors in India. Learn about OUTFINDO's AI-driven transformation of online shopping, and Walmart's collaboration with Indian startups to enhance supply chain resilience. This episode offers insights into the challenges and opportunities within the startup ecosystem, highlighting the critical role of technology and innovation in shaping the future. Sources: https://www.techedt.com/employees-of-failed-startups-risk-data-theft-through-google-logins https://www.entrepreneur.com/en-in/news-and-trends/100xvc-invests-usd-27-mn-in-18-startups-in-its-12th-cohort/485768 https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/01/from-pro-cyclist-to-ai-innovator-how-jan-matejus-outfindo-raised-e1-2-million-to-simplify-online-shopping/ https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/entrepreneurship/walmart-announces-pilots-with-indian-startups-to-help-enhance-supply-chain-resilience/articleshow/117386011.cms Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Employees of failed startups risk data theft through Google logins (00:04:21) 100X.VC Invests USD 2.7 Mn in 18 Startups in Its 12th Cohort (00:08:52) From pro cyclist to AI innovator: How Jan Matějů’s OUTFINDO raised €1.2 million to simplify online shopping (00:11:48) Walmart announces pilots with Indian Startups to help enhance supply chain resilience
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    16 mins