Welcome to the What’s Next! Podcast. I’ve met so many brilliant people as I traveled the globe and have had some fascinating conversations that I’ve wished had been recorded so I could share them with you - this podcast was a way for me to recreate those moments and let you in on some fantastic insights. My current conversations center around one objective: what's next for companies and individuals as they look to innovate and grow. I hope these conversations inspire you as much as they have ...
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The Seed: Weekly Tech & VC Roundup This week on The Seed:
Featuring insights from Alex McDonald (Sequel.co), Mads Jensen (SuperSeed), and Andreas (EUVC). Join us for a deep dive into the latest in tech, startups, and venture capital.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro and welcome
01:14 - Launch of The Seed podcast collaboration
05:14 - UK rejects EU youth mobility scheme: Missed opportunity or political maneuvering? Mads and Alex discuss the implications for talent and investment.
10:02 - AI fears on the rise: 56% of US firms now see AI as a potential risk. Alex argues against heavy-handed regulation, while Mads considers the need for oversight.
18:42 - California's proposed AI regulation: Discussing potential liability for model developers.
23:15 - Startup shutdowns up 60%: Alex provides context, suggesting it's part of a natural cycle following increased startup formation in 2021-2022.
25:33 - The "silent VC recession": Examining the recent 0.4% return in Q4 2023 after a two-year drought. Mads explains the industry's need to adjust to new realities.
31:54 - The value of patience in VC: Alex shares insights on why funds optimizing for quick returns often underperform in the long run.
36:22 - UK AI funding controversy: Discussing Labour's decision to scrap a £1.3B Conservative AI initiative.
…
continue reading
Featuring insights from Alex McDonald (Sequel.co), Mads Jensen (SuperSeed), and Andreas (EUVC). Join us for a deep dive into the latest in tech, startups, and venture capital.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro and welcome
01:14 - Launch of The Seed podcast collaboration
05:14 - UK rejects EU youth mobility scheme: Missed opportunity or political maneuvering? Mads and Alex discuss the implications for talent and investment.
10:02 - AI fears on the rise: 56% of US firms now see AI as a potential risk. Alex argues against heavy-handed regulation, while Mads considers the need for oversight.
18:42 - California's proposed AI regulation: Discussing potential liability for model developers.
23:15 - Startup shutdowns up 60%: Alex provides context, suggesting it's part of a natural cycle following increased startup formation in 2021-2022.
25:33 - The "silent VC recession": Examining the recent 0.4% return in Q4 2023 after a two-year drought. Mads explains the industry's need to adjust to new realities.
31:54 - The value of patience in VC: Alex shares insights on why funds optimizing for quick returns often underperform in the long run.
36:22 - UK AI funding controversy: Discussing Labour's decision to scrap a £1.3B Conservative AI initiative.
344 episodes
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Content provided by The European VC. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by The European VC or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
The Seed: Weekly Tech & VC Roundup This week on The Seed:
Featuring insights from Alex McDonald (Sequel.co), Mads Jensen (SuperSeed), and Andreas (EUVC). Join us for a deep dive into the latest in tech, startups, and venture capital.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro and welcome
01:14 - Launch of The Seed podcast collaboration
05:14 - UK rejects EU youth mobility scheme: Missed opportunity or political maneuvering? Mads and Alex discuss the implications for talent and investment.
10:02 - AI fears on the rise: 56% of US firms now see AI as a potential risk. Alex argues against heavy-handed regulation, while Mads considers the need for oversight.
18:42 - California's proposed AI regulation: Discussing potential liability for model developers.
23:15 - Startup shutdowns up 60%: Alex provides context, suggesting it's part of a natural cycle following increased startup formation in 2021-2022.
25:33 - The "silent VC recession": Examining the recent 0.4% return in Q4 2023 after a two-year drought. Mads explains the industry's need to adjust to new realities.
31:54 - The value of patience in VC: Alex shares insights on why funds optimizing for quick returns often underperform in the long run.
36:22 - UK AI funding controversy: Discussing Labour's decision to scrap a £1.3B Conservative AI initiative.
…
continue reading
Featuring insights from Alex McDonald (Sequel.co), Mads Jensen (SuperSeed), and Andreas (EUVC). Join us for a deep dive into the latest in tech, startups, and venture capital.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro and welcome
01:14 - Launch of The Seed podcast collaboration
05:14 - UK rejects EU youth mobility scheme: Missed opportunity or political maneuvering? Mads and Alex discuss the implications for talent and investment.
10:02 - AI fears on the rise: 56% of US firms now see AI as a potential risk. Alex argues against heavy-handed regulation, while Mads considers the need for oversight.
18:42 - California's proposed AI regulation: Discussing potential liability for model developers.
23:15 - Startup shutdowns up 60%: Alex provides context, suggesting it's part of a natural cycle following increased startup formation in 2021-2022.
25:33 - The "silent VC recession": Examining the recent 0.4% return in Q4 2023 after a two-year drought. Mads explains the industry's need to adjust to new realities.
31:54 - The value of patience in VC: Alex shares insights on why funds optimizing for quick returns often underperform in the long run.
36:22 - UK AI funding controversy: Discussing Labour's decision to scrap a £1.3B Conservative AI initiative.
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