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AI for Investors, Publisher Rewards, Sleep Tech & More – 2024 Jam with JCal Recap | E2032


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In this episode we look back at all the Jam with JCal sessions from 2024. This is where startups pitch their groundbreaking ideas to Jason, covering everything from AI-driven investor tools and gamified publisher rewards to sleep tech and architecture compliance software. Watch as these innovative founders get unfiltered feedback and game-changing advice! Don’t miss these exciting pitches that could be the next big thing.

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Timestamps:

(0:00) Alex kicks off the show, setting the stage for our "Jam with JCal" season recap, focusing on startups using .TECH domains.

(0:53) Jason discusses the origins of the Jam with JCal sessions and how Travis from Uber inspired the format.

(1:39) Ramsey Shaffer presents Uptrends AI, explaining how it helps financial advisors manage and stay ahead of market news.

(17:24) Ana Malhotra introduces Rome, a yard-sharing service for dogs.

(32:24) Tyce Herrman talks about Ullama, software for architects that analyzes 3D building models for code compliance, highlighting their journey and challenges.

(44:56) Ulan Abdurazakov presents CorePod, an AI-powered device designed to help users get better sleep with personalized voice interaction

(57:25) Elliot Easterling presents Bonbon, a rewards platform for publishers to boost engagement through gamification, and discusses their go-to-market strategy.

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Check out Uptrends AI:https://www.uptrends-ai.tech/

Check out the Rome app: https://theromeapp.tech/

Check out Ulama: https://www.ulama.tech/

Check out CorePod: https://www.corepod.tech/

Check out Bonbon: https://bonbon.tech

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