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Is Quantum Computing Underfunded in the U.S.?
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Is Quantum Computing Underfunded in the U.S.?

Quantum computing in the U.S. faces funding challenges relative to its potential, particularly in defense. With venture funding of only $1.2 billion in 2023 and public funding lagging behind other nations, quantum could benefit from increased strategic investment. Quantum’s impact on cryptography, secure communications, and defense logistics highlights the need for greater support in this critical sector.

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Natilus Unveils Horizon: A 200-Seat Blended-Wing-Body Aircraft for Sustainable Long-Haul Aviation
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Natilus Unveils Horizon: A 200-Seat Blended-Wing-Body Aircraft for Sustainable Long-Haul Aviation

Natilus launches Horizon, a 200-seat Blended-Wing-Body aircraft offering 30% fuel savings and 40% increased cabin space. Designed to support airlines’ 2050 emissions targets, Horizon aligns with fleet renewal cycles, offering a sustainable, efficient solution for long-haul aviation.

#Natilus #BlendedWingBody #SustainableAviation #HorizonAircraft #FuelEfficiency #ZeroEmissions #LongHaulFlights #AerospaceInnovation #Boeing737 #Airbus320 #ZeroAvia #GreenAviation #FutureOfTravel

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SpaceX Update: Starship and last generation starlink satellites
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

SpaceX Update: Starship and last generation starlink satellites

SpaceX continues to lead in space innovation with the successful landing of the Starship rocket and the announcement of the latest generation Starlink satellites.


#SpaceX #Starship #Starlink #SpaceTechnology #SatelliteInternet #PrivateInvestment #GovernmentContracts #SpaceIndustry #ElonMusk #ReusableRockets #SpaceCommunications

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AI and the Railway Mania: Lessons from History’s Investment Bubbles
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

AI and the Railway Mania: Lessons from History’s Investment Bubbles

The AI investment frenzy, exemplified by OpenAI's recent $157 billion valuation, mirrors past bubbles like the 19th-century railway boom. Investors are drawn in by revolutionary potential, but history teaches us that overestimating demand, speculative behavior, and lack of regulation can lead to failure. To succeed, investors must focus on fundamentals and long-term viability.

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Anduril Industries Secures $250 Million Pentagon Contract
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Anduril Industries Secures $250 Million Pentagon Contract

Anduril Industries lands a $250M Pentagon contract to deploy over 500 Roadrunner-M interceptors and Pulsar electronic warfare systems, advancing U.S. air defense capabilities against unmanned threats.

#Anduril #DefenseTech #VentureCapital #Funding #TechInvestment #AndurilStock #DefenseTechGrowth #InvestmentTrends #MarketAnalysis

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OpenAI's Latest Funding Round Set to Exceed $150 Billion Valuation
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

OpenAI's Latest Funding Round Set to Exceed $150 Billion Valuation

OpenAI's upcoming funding round is not just a financial milestone; it signals the critical role AI will play in the future of technology. With Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft aligning themselves with OpenAI, the company is poised to continue pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence, even as regulatory scrutiny increases. Investors and tech firms alike recognize AI's transformative potential, marking OpenAI as a key player in this rapidly evolving landscape.

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Neuralink stock update
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Neuralink stock update

Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain-chip startup, secured FDA “breakthrough device” status for its Blindsight implant, aimed at restoring vision even in those without optic nerves. Backed by over $500M in funding, Neuralink faces competition from companies like Synchron and Paradromics. With strengths in innovation and potential market impact, challenges include regulatory delays and ethical concerns.

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Kodiak Robotics, manufacturing and defense
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Kodiak Robotics, manufacturing and defense

Kodiak Robotics develops autonomous driving technology for commercial trucking and defense applications. Their Kodiak Driver system is adaptable for military vehicles, excelling in off-road, GPS-degraded environments. Kodiak partners with the U.S. Army and Textron Systems for projects like the Robotic Combat Vehicle program. Kodiak aims to enhance safety and logistics across industries.

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Mario Draghi’s report And Unlocking Europe’s Venture Capital Potential
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Mario Draghi’s report And Unlocking Europe’s Venture Capital Potential

Europe’s venture capital market faces critical challenges, from fragmented markets to underdeveloped capital ecosystems. With only 5% of global VC funding, European startups often relocate to the U.S. for better access to capital. IPO Club’s experience reflects these dynamics, highlighting the need for market reforms to retain innovation, talent, and funding within Europe.

#VentureCapital #EuropeanStartups #TechInnovation #CapitalMarkets #InvestmentStrategy #ScalingInnovation #MarioDraghi #StartupEcosystem #PrivateEquity #USInvestments #GlobalEconomy #Entrepreneurship #FinancialMarkets

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ACE fall event in NEW YORK
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

ACE fall event in NEW YORK

Join ACE’s Fall Soirée on October 9, 2024, for a chic night on The Bowery Hotel Rooftop in NYC, featuring live music, an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction.

#ACEFallSoirée #NYCEvents #TheBoweryHotel #Fall2024 #RooftopParty #NYCNightlife #OpenBar #DJRyanVandal #CocktailAttire

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Newcleo’s Summer Milestones
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Newcleo’s Summer Milestones

Newcleo achieved major milestones this summer, expanding globally, co-hosting PHYSOR 2026, advancing nuclear technologies in Slovakia, and engaging in France's innovative reactor projects. Newcleo is also poised to support the UK's clean energy goals with the launch of Great British Energy.

#Newcleo #NuclearInnovation #SMR #AMR #France2030 #NuclearTechnology #Decarbonization #Slovakia #GreatBritishEnergy #PHYSOR2026

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Powering the AI Revolution
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Powering the AI Revolution

As AI continues to revolutionize industries, the energy demands of training and deploying large-scale models are surging. Understanding the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of different power sources is crucial for AI data centers to manage operational costs and environmental impact.

#AI #EnergyConsumption #DataCenters #RenewableEnergy #NuclearPower #SolarEnergy #WindEnergy #Sustainability #CarbonNeutral #TechIndustry #ArtificialIntelligence

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Investing in Robotics
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Investing in Robotics

Robotics startups have struggled commercially despite significant innovation. Challenges include high R&D costs, technical difficulties, and market saturation. While success stories like Kiva Systems exist, failures have been more common due to difficult economics, margin compression, and integration challenges.

#robotics #startups #innovation #KivaSystems #R&D #margins #commercialization #technology #automation #techindustry #investing #venturecapital #marketchallenges

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VC Investment in AI
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

VC Investment in AI

The influx of capital into AI reflects broader venture trends, demanding returns that stretch plausibility. With $125B invested annually, VCs must achieve 3x returns. Expect volatility in secondaries as supply increases and discounts become more pronounced.

#VentureCapital #AICapital #SecondaryMarkets #LimitedPartners #MarketVolatility #InvestmentReturns #VC #NetAssetValue #InvestmentStrategy

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Grok-2: xAI's New Powerhouse Enters the AI Arena
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Grok-2: xAI's New Powerhouse Enters the AI Arena

Grok-2, xAI’s latest large language model, has quickly emerged as one of the top five AI models worldwide. Accessible via Musk’s platform X, Grok-2 is set to become available for developers soon, empowering enterprise applications. Despite legal battles and data privacy concerns, xAI is pushing forward, backed by a $6 billion funding round. The AI race heats up as Grok-2 challenges industry leaders like OpenAI’s GPT-4o.

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Newcleo Relocates Holding Company to France
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

Newcleo Relocates Holding Company to France

Newcleo, a UK-based nuclear start-up, is ambitiously advancing lead-cooled fast reactors (LFRs), despite being in early stages. Founded in 2021, Newcleo has rapidly formed strategic partnerships and secured significant funding, including a €1 billion equity raise. With plans to deploy its first commercial LFR in the UK by 2033, Newcleo is poised to impact the future of nuclear energy majorly.

#Newcleo #NuclearEnergy #LeadCooledReactor #SMR #LFR #MOXFuel #AdvancedNuclear #NuclearInnovation #UKNuclear #France2030 #NuclearCollaboration #CleanEnergy #Decarbonization

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AI for health-tech
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

AI for health-tech

AI transforms healthcare by enabling early diagnosis, personalizing treatments, and accelerating drug discovery. Learn how portfolio companies DataRobot and 42Robots.ai are leading this transformation. #AI #Healthcare #MedicalResearch #DataRobot #42Robots #IPOClub

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SpaceX Update: A Technical, Business, and Funding Overview
Edoardo Zarghetta Edoardo Zarghetta

SpaceX Update: A Technical, Business, and Funding Overview

SpaceX continues to lead in space innovation with its Falcon 9 rocket and expanding Starlink network. As Starlink achieves cash-flow breakeven, investors eye SpaceX's robust growth potential amidst a significant launch backlog and strategic government partnerships.


#SpaceX #Falcon9 #Starlink #SpaceTechnology #SatelliteInternet #PrivateInvestment #GovernmentContracts #SpaceIndustry #ElonMusk #LaunchBacklog #ReusableRockets #SpaceCommunications

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