AI and Crypto Startups: The Future of Defense and Finance

Explore the latest in startup innovation as Palantir backs Shield AI's autonomous drone technology, reshaping the defense industry. Meanwhile, BVNK raises $50 million to revolutionize stablecoin infrastructure, bridging fiat and crypto for global finance. Discover how VCs are navigating AI investments and the USPTO's new tools empowering entrepreneurs in IP protection. This episode offers insights into the transformative role of startups in defense, finance, and beyond.

Sources:
https://www.tipranks.com/news/palantir-nasdaqpltr-backs-hivemind-drone-software-startup-shield-ai
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-crypto-startup-bvnk-raises-130000509.html
https://www.itprotoday.com/ai-machine-learning/how-vcs-are-looking-at-ai-startups-today
https://dallasinnovates.com/uspto-releases-expansion-of-ip-identifier-tool-new-startup-certification-training-course/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:38) Palantir (NASDAQ:PLTR) Backs Hivemind Drone Software Startup Shield AI
(00:04:05) Exclusive: Crypto startup BVNK raises $50 million at around $750 million valuation amid red-hot stablecoin interest
(00:07:25) How VCs Are Looking at AI Startups Today
(00:10:13) USPTO Releases Expansion of IP Identifier Tool, New Startup Certification Training Course