AI Avatars and Blockchain: The Future of Startups

Explore the latest in startup innovation as Synthesia secures $180M for its AI video platform, and Sigma Capital launches a $100M fund for blockchain ventures. Discover how international students are driving U.S. startup growth and learn about the opportunities at the OMR 2025 for women-led businesses. This episode dives into the transformative power of technology and diversity in the entrepreneurial landscape.

Sources:
https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/14/synthesia-snaps-up-180m-on-a-2-1b-valuation-for-its-b2b-ai-video-platform/
https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/sigma-capital-launches-100-million-fund-for-blockchain-startups
https://hamburg-business.com/en/news/application-phase-for-founders-pitch-2025-launched
https://www.ucdavis.edu/news/international-students-boost-startup-creation-lifting-local-jobs-and-revenue-new-research

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:45) Synthesia snaps up $180M at a $2.1B valuation for its B2B AI video platform
(00:03:33) Sigma Capital Launches $100 Million Fund for Blockchain Startups
(00:06:20) Apply now to pitch your startup during OMR 2025
(00:09:21) International Students Boost Startup Creation, Lifting Local Jobs and Revenue, New Research Shows