#78 - Three Breakthroughs: 2024 Election—Polling Is Dead, Prediction Markets Are In

In this Three Breakthroughs episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, Mike Collins and Naren Ramaswamy explore game-changing advancements shaping the future of technology. They discuss prediction markets and their impact on election forecasting, highlighting how innovation is redefining traditional polling. The conversation moves to brain-computer interfaces, featuring a breakthrough device by Synchron that empowers individuals with paralysis to interact with technology in revolutionary ways. Finally, the duo examines the rise of AI-driven collaboration and creativity, showcasing examples like meme-generating AI bots and the productivity enhancements offered by emerging tools. This episode highlights how innovation continues to transform our world.

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Creators and Guests

Mike Collins
Host
Mike Collins
CEO and Co-Founder at Alumni Ventures
Jeannie Masters
Producer
Jeannie Masters
SVP of Communication at Alumni Ventures
Keith Murphy
Producer
Keith Murphy
Director, Video Programs at Alumni Ventures
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Producer
Kirsten Bannan
Social Media Manager at Alumni Ventures
Naren Ramaswamy
Guest
Naren Ramaswamy
Principal, Spike & Deep Tech Fund at Alumni Ventures
Shail Highbloom
Producer
Shail Highbloom
Platform (CEO Services) at Alumni Ventures
#78 - Three Breakthroughs: 2024 Election—Polling Is Dead, Prediction Markets Are In
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