Explore the intriguing connection between stablecoins and national defense technology. The discussion highlights the vital collaboration needed between regulators and stablecoin creators to enhance financial security. Dive into the historical dominance of the dollar and how stablecoins could amplify its influence in a digital world. Insights on creating a U.S. digital dollar and the unique role of stablecoin founders in safeguarding national interests round out this enlightening conversation.

Two experts in the longevity industry, Joe Betts-LaCroix and Alex Colville, discuss the past, present, and future of longevity including evaluating founders, societal impacts, and the business case for longevity drugs. They explore challenges in FDA approval, risks in the biotech industry, and misconceptions surrounding longevity.

Alex Babin, CEO and co-founder of Hercules AI, dives into the transformative power of AI in the enterprise sector. He shares the journey of Hercules AI and its mission to revolutionize workflows with AI-powered virtual workers. The discussion highlights challenges in integrating AI into existing systems, the innovative 'Rosetta Stone' tool for data transformation, and a unique SaaS pricing model. Babin also offers insights into the competitive landscape of AI, particularly the ongoing battle between Google and OpenAI, along with predictions for the future of the market.

Discover how AI is revolutionizing the real estate industry by digitizing processes like zoning and permitting. Unlock the potential for startups to boost productivity and reduce environmental impact through innovative applications of AI. Learn about the emerging trends in construction efficiency, as well as the opportunities in data access for B2B firms. The discussion also dives into the concept of AI co-piloting in various industries, highlighting overlooked prospects for founders in the evolving landscape.

Raed Khawaja, CEO and Co-founder of Open, is a passionate advocate for mindfulness and wellness practices. He shares insights on the evolving concept of 'inner-space' and the importance of community in meditation. The conversation dives into the delicate balance between fear and excitement in personal growth, and Raed explores how traditional coping methods are being replaced with modern wellness strategies. Their hybrid approach blends technology with ancient practices, making mindfulness accessible to all.

Discover how generative tech is revolutionizing human-machine collaboration to create content. Delve into the transformative power of AI and its rapid advancements. Learn about the balance between innovation and societal responsibility for founders. Explore the significance of hyper-local data and the shift from curation to creation. Innovations in generative technology promise unique opportunities for growth. Get insights on navigating the evolving landscape of this cutting-edge field.

The podcast discusses the Generative Tech revolution and its impact on various industries. It explores the three waves of successful generative tech startups and identifies emerging winners in this space.

This is an essay readout using an AI voice clone of NFX general partner, James Currier. The AI revolution just ratcheted up the speed bar for startups. You think you’re moving fast enough. You’re not. Speed is the number one advantage of a startup. But now that generative AI here, your definition of speed has to increase 10x. Read the full essay here - https://www.nfx.com/post/speed-and-ai (0:00) Introduction to AI and its future implications (1:16) NFX's perspective on generative AI (2:16) The need for founders to move faster into the AI market (3:39) The importance of resetting speed benchmarks (4:37) The new speed bar for product launches with generative AI (4:59) Advice for founders to adopt a faster mindset (7:56) Conclusion: The importance of a fast mindset in the age of AI (8:11) Feedback request and how to subscribe to the NFX podcast

There’s a concept in network theory called Preferential Attachment. When one node gets ahead, it attracts more resources, and more attention. It's a snowball effect. PR for your company works the same way. Once you become the biggest node, more resources flow to you. Today, NFX General Partner James Currier sits down with Vijay Chattha, founder of PR agency VSC to reveal how to build that attention flywheel. VSC has worked with NFX unicorn companies like Mammoth Biosciences, Poshmark, and Outdoorsy, to build attention and momentum from the ground up. (0:00) Introduction and Background of Vijay Chattha (5:06) Vijay Chattha's Approach to PR and Criteria for Representing Companies (10:41) The Importance of a Company's Storytelling Runway and Marketability (19:26) Authenticity, Audience Understanding, and the Role of Journalists in Today's Media Landscape (25:28) Setting Goals and Audience Targeting for Seed Stage Startups (30:40) Case Study: Successful PR Strategy with Mammoth Biosciences and the Concept of Preferred Attachment in PR (37:44) The Role of Funding in Storytelling and Strategies for Early-Stage Startups (43:19) Risks and Rewards of Founders Using Social Media and Choosing the Right Medium for Communication (47:10) Common Mistakes Founders Make in Communication and the Shifting Landscape of Media Coverage (51:15) When to Hire a PR Firm and the Role of Investors in PR and Storytelling

The transition from Founder to CEO is a watershed moment in your company, and in your life. A great Founder creates something from nothing. A great CEO takes the next step, and builds mechanisms of success. They turn that vision into a well-functioning machine. Becoming a great CEO is a matter of tactics and personal growth. Today, NFX General Partner Gigi Levy-Weiss reveals how to get there, with special guest Avishai Abrahami, the founder of Wix. Avishai built Wix into a company of about 5,000 people, with 1.4 billion in revenue. They’ll cover how Founders can become great CEOs, measurements that most startups miss, the difference between good failure and bad failure, and more. (edited) (0:00) Introduction: Gigi Levy-Weiss and Avishai Abrahami (1:29) The Success Journey of Wix (5:14) Mechanisms for Success and Role of a Manager in a Startup (10:02) Talent Acquisition and HR Processes in Startups (16:17) The Evolution of Talent Requirements as the Company Grows (19:05) The Importance of Measuring Business KPIs (22:34) The Role of Failure and Experimentation in Startups (25:28) Efficient Meeting Management in Growing Companies (30:56) The Significance of Clear Communication and Transparency in a Company (40:27) Efficiency of Remote Work vs. Office Work in Startups (44:55) Closing thoughts: Winners always want the ball when the game is on the line