#101 - Pablos Holman: Hacking, Deep Tech & AI

Dec 16, 2025

Pablos Holman is a legendary hacker and inventor who played a pivotal role in launching Blue Origin and co-founded Intellectual Ventures Lab. He defines responsible hacking as a curious mindset and discusses the challenges of ambient versus targeted cyber attacks. Holman highlights the significance of deep tech and AI in transformative breakthroughs, advocating for early investment in diverse projects. He envisions a future where AI aids decision-making and unlocks discoveries in biology, while emphasizing the need for a collaborative ecosystem to scale innovations globally.

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ANECDOTE

Growing Up Hacking In Alaska

Pablos learned computers in Alaska by taking an Apple apart and rebooting it until he understood it.
That hands‑on reverse engineering shaped his hacker mindset and inventive career.

INSIGHT

Hacking As A Creative Mindset

Hacking is a learning mindset that tests limits rather than following directions.
That same mindset drives invention because it finds what's possible beyond instructions.

ADVICE

Practical Steps To Reduce Hacking Risk

Use a password manager, avoid suspicious emails, and minimize unnecessary apps on devices.
Keep systems updated and hire professionals if you face targeted attacks.

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Pablos is a legendary hacker, inventor, and deep‑tech investor who helped launch Blue Origin and co‑founded Intellectual Ventures Lab with Microsoft’s first CTO. He explains what responsible hacking means and explores how deep tech and AI can deliver transformative breakthroughs for the future.

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