Lomax Ward

Lomax Ward, General Partner at Outsized Ventures and an early-stage investor in deep tech based in Lisbon, dives into the heart of Europe's tech scene. They explore the challenges of the semiconductor industry, including funding and political inertia. The conversation shifts to free speech on social media, highlighting the tension between expression and moderation. Lomax also compares Anthropic's rapid valuation to its competitors while stressing the importance of balancing government support for startups to nurture innovation. Tune in for insights on funding disparities and the evolving UK startup ecosystem!

Lomax Ward, General Partner at Outsized Ventures, and Mads Jensen, Partner at SuperSeed, join Dan Bowyer to explore pressing themes in European tech. They discuss the significance of AI in the latest Nobel Prizes, scrutinize Google’s monopolistic tendencies, and assess the impact of rising UK borrowing costs on startups. Additionally, they delve into the evolving landscape of venture capital, focusing on Limited Partners’ strategies for 2025 and the role of regulation in fostering innovation. It's an insightful look at the challenges and opportunities within the ecosystem!

Mads Jensen from SuperSeed and Lomax Ward from Outsized Ventures join the conversation to unpack the dynamic landscape of European tech. They explore the geopolitical shifts affecting investment, the rising importance of defense budgets, and Europe's ambitions in space. The duo dives into trends like the return of SPACs, the implications of private IPO strategies, and innovations in healthcare technology. Their insights uncover the complexity of navigating venture capital in a rapidly changing world, blending optimism with critical challenges.

Mads Jensen from SuperSeed and Lomax Ward from Outsized Ventures delve into the shifting landscape of European tech and venture capital. They discuss the resurgence of defense spending due to geopolitical tensions involving Iran and Israel, while exploring the complexities of investing in defense tech. The conversation also highlights Europe's ambitions in space and the urgent need for strategic autonomy. Additionally, they analyze the booming IPO market in the US and its implications for European firms, alongside recent breakthroughs in surgical robotics and AI-driven healthcare.

Lomax Ward from Outsized Ventures discusses the latest on public markets and the emerging venture capital landscape. Mads Jensen of SuperSeed dives into the wind sector crisis and the implications of AI advancements. Andrew J. Scott, founding partner at 7percent Ventures, critiques the UK’s deep tech challenges and public sector failures. The dynamic conversation also explores the evolving nature of secondary markets and the competitive race between Google, OpenAI, and others, revealing insights that could shape the future of European tech.