Oliver Holle

Oliver Holle, Founding Partner at Speedinvest, dives into Europe's unique position in the global venture capital scene. He emphasizes the need for political engagement to reshape perceptions about European startups. Holle highlights the potential of AI to drive entrepreneurial narratives and calls for a stronger collaboration within the VC community. He also discusses challenges like funding disparities and the shifting dynamics in VC relationships, all while advocating for learning from private equity practices to build sustainable winners.

Oliver Holle, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Speedinvest, and Ekaterina Almasque, General Partner at OpenOcean, delve into the dynamic landscape of AI investing. They discuss how VCs are adapting to the rapid advancements in AI, particularly the rise of AI agents. The guests highlight emerging opportunities in sectors like healthcare and content creation, while addressing challenges in adopting AI technologies. They advocate for a reevaluation of traditional investment models to embrace risk and focus on specialized solutions for sustainable growth.

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.