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E369 | EUVC | Roundtable discussion on investing in culture and creative tech - deep dive on AI and the future of music

Oct 17, 2024

In a vibrant discussion, Oliver Holle, a seasoned venture capitalist, joins Severin Zugmeyer, who specializes in culture startups, alongside Hazel Savage, a music AI expert at SoundCloud, and Uli Schmitz, a digital media innovator. They delve into the investment landscape of creative tech, revealing the growing role of AI in music creation and the legal hurdles facing generative platforms. The panel highlights Europe’s unique position in nurturing creative talent amid funding challenges, showcasing how innovation can reshape the future of music and cultural industries.

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Quick takeaways

Investing in the cultural and creative industries offers significant opportunities due to limited competition and a unique differentiation from sectors like climate tech.

The integration of AI in music and creative tech presents both innovative potential and legal challenges, necessitating an ethical discourse on its use.

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Opportunities in Creative Industries

The discussion emphasizes that the cultural and creative industries are often overlooked in the venture capital landscape, despite having significant potential. Investment professionals like Severin believe that a dedicated focus on this sector could yield fruitful outcomes, as evidenced by major VC portfolios containing 8% to 10% of companies within these industries. He points out that while there are many funds targeting climate tech and health tech, the creative sectors present a unique opportunity for differentiation, given the limited competition. With a growing interest in AI and community-based platforms, there seems to be a renaissance in this space that could lead to new consumer successes.

Intro

2min

Investing in Creative AI: Opportunities and Insights

12min

AI's Impact on the Music Industry: A Growing Interest Amid Challenges

2min

Navigating Legal Challenges in Generative Music Technology

4min

Navigating Europe's Creative Tech Landscape

15min

The Future of Music: AI and Generative Technologies

8min

Evolving Realities: The Future of Mixed Reality and AI

9min

Celebrating Success in Creative Tech and Upcoming Cultural Events

3min

In this episode of the European VC podcast, we're diving into the fascinating world of investing in culture and everything that surrounds it.

At the CultTech Summit on November 5th and 6th in Vienna, a dedicated panel discussion is planned, and as a foretaste, we have brought together a panel of experts with diverse backgrounds who are reshaping how we think about culture and creativity through investment.

We are joined by Oliver Holle, Founding Managing Partner at Speedinvest, who brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience backing startups across various sectors. Alongside Oliver, we have Severin Zugmeyer, Founder of New Renaissance Ventures, who specializes in pre-seed and seed investments, particularly in creative tech.

We’re also excited to welcome Uli Schmitz, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Axel Springer Digital Ventures, an expert in the media and adjacent spaces. Finally, we are completing the panel with Hazel Savage, VP of Music Intelligence at SoundCloud, whose insights into the intersection of tech and music will add a unique perspective to the discussion.

Go to eu.vc for our core learnings and the full video interview 👀

Chapters:

00:20 Meet the Panelists
03:49 Defining the Creative and Cultural Industries
04:24 Investment Opportunities in Creative Industries
05:56 Challenges and Opportunities in Creative Tech
14:26 AI's Role in the Music Industry
16:46 Legal Challenges in Generative AI
21:02 European Competitiveness in Creative Industries
24:08 Success Stories and Market Dynamics
29:02 Challenges and Opportunities in Consumer Investments
30:40 Founder Profiles in Creative Industries
32:27 Importance of Understanding User Behavior
35:35 Generative AI in Music
38:03 The Role of AI in Music Creation
43:38 Emerging Technologies: Metaverse and Beyond
46:27 The Future of AR and VR
49:04 Success Stories and Final Thoughts

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