My First Million "Ocean is the new space" - 7 Wild Ideas for the $3 Trillion Dollar Frontier
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Apr 7, 2025 
Will O’Brien, founder of Ulysses and a passionate advocate for ocean technology, shares his vision of the ocean as the next great frontier. He discusses the untapped potential of the ocean economy, the innovative use of autonomous robots for seagrass restoration, and the development of underwater data networks for national security. O’Brien also dives into sustainable seafood alternatives and the economic prospects of marine treasure hunting, emphasizing the need for curiosity and creativity in driving this new wave of ocean exploration.
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Ocean is the New Space
- The ocean presents a vast, untapped business opportunity, similar to space.
- Startups can disrupt the stagnant ocean economy, worth $3 trillion.
Outdated Ocean Tech
- The ocean economy, valued at $3 trillion, relies on outdated technology.
- This presents opportunities for startups to innovate in areas like shipping and underwater drones.
Saildrone Example
- Saildrone, a successful ocean startup, builds autonomous sailboats for data collection.
- These sailboats, equipped with sensors, gather data for clients like NOAA and the US Navy.