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Jared Zhao shares his journey from UC Berkeley to founding a data analytics startup. He highlights how AI is revolutionizing the data analytics landscape, making tools more accessible for enterprises. The discussion also dives into the competitive market, strategies for securing funding, and the vision of turning raw data into compelling narratives.

Corporate event planning can be a nightmare, but Naboo is changing that! They’ve developed a concierge-style platform that simplifies venue bookings and vendor coordination. With $21 million in funding, the startup is gearing up for expansion, including a push into the UK market. Discover how their innovative approach can make corporate events less stressful and more efficient.

Lily Vittayaruksku was studying aerospace engineering when her aunt was diagnosed with terminal colon cancer. Her aunt had lived under the same roof as Vittayaruksku while she was growing up and helped raise her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Barcelona-based business travel management platform TravelPerk has raised $200 million at a hefty $2.7 billion valuation — almost double the $1.4 billion valuation at its previous fundraise last year. Alongside the raise, TravelPerk also announced it has acquired Swiss startup Yokoy to bring native expenses management into the fray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Quantum computing remains something of a holy grail in the world of technology: it promises a huge leap in computing power, but only if someone can figure out how to square away the fault rates that prevent any scaling of the tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kodiak Robotics has officially handed off two autonomous trucks to customer Atlas Energy Solutions, marking the startup’s first commercial launch.  Atlas, a provider of proppant (i.e., sand) and oilfield logistics, received its first Kodiak-equipped trucks in December and began driverless operations in an off-road environment in West Texas’s remote Permian Basin shortly after. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jean-Charles Samuelian-Werve, co-founder and CEO of Alan, delves into his journey as a health insurance visionary and a crucial advisor to Mistral AI. He shares insights on how the health and AI sectors intersect, highlighting strategic decisions that fueled Mistral's meteoric rise in Europe. Samuelian-Werve also discusses the challenges of maintaining company independence amid market pressures and the complexities of shareholder relationships. His unique perspective offers a fascinating look at innovation in an evolving tech landscape.

Many nonprofits are stuck with outdated, expensive, and limited tech that hinders their ability to fund their mission or cause. While most consider adopting tech to be a priority, they’re faced with a number of blockers, including siloed data and issues with integration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover how a personal struggle with reproductive health inspired the creation of a ground-breaking telehealth platform for women. The founder shares insights on tackling hormone-related issues and improving care for younger women. With a recent $26M funding boost, the platform is attracting attention from both patients and investors alike. Tune in for a compelling discussion on revolutionizing women's healthcare and the future of telemedicine.

The recent $1 billion acquisition of Divvy Homes has left some shareholders facing disappointment. The show dives into the rollercoaster journey of Divvy, highlighting significant valuation challenges in the volatile proptech industry. It explores the tough decisions that shaped both the sale and the futures of those involved. Listeners get an inside look at the complexities of the startup world and the stark realities of financial outcomes in high-stakes deals.