In this episode, Sergio Sepulveda, Co-Founder and CTO of Monthly, shares his journey from chemical engineering to fintech innovation. Discover how Monthly transforms accounting data into strategic financial insights for SMBs across Latin America and the US, leveraging AI and automation.

key topics

Data transformation from fiscal to financial accounting

AI and automation in financial reporting

Challenges in SMB financial data management

Titles

From Chemical Engineering to Fintech Innovator: Sergio Sepulveda's Journey

How Monthly Transforms SMB Financial Data with AI and Automation

sound bites

"We transform fiscal into financial data."

"Garbage in, garbage out—trustworthy data is key."

"The future is building a CFO suite for SMBs."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Monthly and Sergio's Background

04:58 Understanding Monthly's Unique Approach to Financial Visibility

09:29 Challenges in Financial Clarity for SMBs

17:47 The Role of AI in Financial Intelligence

20:49 Future Goals and Success Metrics for Monthly

25:48 Navigating Growth and Capital Decisions

29:14 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-adri%C3%A1n-sep%C3%BAlveda-cuevas/

keywords

Fintech, Financial Visibility, AI, SMBs, Data Automation, Latin America, Monthly, Financial Statements, Data Transformation, Sergio Adrian Sepulveda, Sergio Sepulveda, Monthly, Monthly.la, AI CFO, Digital CFO, SMB finance, fintech SaaS, financial intelligence, startup finance, financial visibility, AI in finance, financial automation, FP&A software, treasury management, accounting automation, cash flow management, AI financial tools, founder finance, financial dashboards, SaaS growth, AI infrastructure, data governance, financial reporting, Mexico fintech, Latin America fintech, fintech innovation, SMB accounting, AI InterConnect, business intelligence

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #SergioSepulveda #Monthly #MonthlyLA #DigitalCFO #AICFO #Fintech #FintechSaaS #FinancialIntelligence #StartupFinance #SMBFinance #FinancialVisibility #AIinFinance #FinancialAutomation #AccountingAutomation #TreasuryManagement #CashFlow #BusinessIntelligence #DataGovernance #AIInfrastructure #SaaSGrowth #FounderJourney #TechFounder #LatinAmericaFintech #MexicoFintech #FinancialReporting #FPandA #CFOtools #FinanceInnovation #AIForBusiness #Automation #StartupGrowth #AItechnology #BusinessSystems #Entrepreneurship #FounderMindset #FinancialData #FinanceTools #FutureOfFinance

Sergio Adrian Sepulveda, Founder & CTO of Monthly, joins AI InterConnect to explain how AI, financial intelligence, and data infrastructure are transforming the future of SMB finance.

In this episode, Sergio shares how Monthly helps companies convert fiscal accounting into strategic financial visibility through an AI-powered Digital CFO platform. He explains why most SMBs operate financially blind, why clean data matters more than AI hype, and how financial systems, automation, and governance are becoming critical for scaling businesses.

We also discuss fintech innovation in Latin America, SaaS growth, treasury management, startup finance, AI infrastructure, and the future of AI CFO platforms.

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In this episode, Fabrizio Cardinali shares insights on the evolution of AI, Europe's position in the AI race, and how ecosystems and innovation hubs like Vittoria Insurance are shaping the future of AI-driven industries.

key topics

Evolution of AI from the 1980s to today

Europe's position in the global AI race

The Innovation Clock and the urgency of AI development

Role of ecosystems and innovation hubs like Vittoria Insurance

Regulatory landscape and its impact on AI and InsurTech

Titles

Seven Minutes to Midnight: Europe's AI Race and Innovation Ecosystems

How Vittoria Insurance is Shaping the Future of AI in Europe

sound bites

"By 2029, Kurzweil predicted AGI would happen."

"History resets itself during pandemics and crises."

"Europe needs a Renaissance 2.0 to compete in AI."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI and Ecosystems

04:21 The State of AI in Europe

16:00 Innovation in Regulated Markets

24:29 Vittoria Hub and Startup Ecosystem

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabriziocardinali/

keywords

AI, Innovation, Europe, Ecosystems, InsurTech, Regulation, Startups, Future of AI, Digital Transformation, Innovation Clock, Fabrizio Cardinali, Knowhedge, Vittoria Hub, AI Europe, artificial intelligence Europe, open innovation, insurtech, AI in insurance, European startups, startup ecosystem Europe, AI strategy Europe, EU AI Act, data regulation Europe, innovation ecosystem, venture building, AI startups Europe, insurance innovation, digital transformation Europe, Industry 4.0, AI consulting, startup acceleration Europe, AI business models, AI growth strategy, ecosystem building, AI founders, B2B AI, regulated markets AI, AI InterConnect podcast, Laurent Cochet, European innovation

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #FabrizioCardinali #Knowhedge #VittoriaHub #AIInnovation
#ArtificialIntelligence #OpenInnovation #Insurtech #AIinInsurance #AIinBusiness #AIEurope
#StartupEcosystem #StartupGrowth #AIStartups #TechInnovation #DigitalTransformation
#Industry40 #Automation #AIConsulting #InnovationStrategy #AILeadership #FutureOfAI
#EuropeanStartups #EUInnovation #AIRegulation #EUAIAct #DataEconomy #AITrends
#BusinessGrowth #ScalingStartups #VentureBuilding #StartupFunding #InnovationHub
#InsuranceTech #SmartInsurance #EmbeddedInsurance #AITransformation #GlobalStartups
#SpainStartups #ItalyInnovation #EuropeTech #AIInterConnectPodcast #TechLeaders

Fabrizio Cardinali, Founder and CEO of KNOWHEDGE and Chief Innovation Officer at Vittoria Hub, joins AI InterConnect to explain how Europe can compete in the global AI race through Open Innovation and ecosystem-driven growth.

In this episode, you will learn how AI, regulation, and startup ecosystems are reshaping the insurance industry and why Vittoria Hub is becoming a key platform for founders looking to scale in Europe. Fabrizio shares how startups can access funding, real-world pilots, and distribution through a structured innovation model.

This conversation is essential for founders, operators, and investors looking to understand how to position themselves in regulated markets and leverage AI to build scalable businesses.

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In this episode, Dr. Tausif Malik shares his inspiring journey from India to the US, his innovative work in education access, and insights on technology, funding, and the future of learning. Discover how his projects like RiseBack aim to democratize education and empower underprivileged communities.

key topics

Tausif Malik's personal journey and background

RiseBack project and its mission

Innovations in education funding and access

Impact of technology and AI on learning

Strategies for social impact and entrepreneurship

key frameworks

Alficr Education Model

Buy Now Pay Later in Education

action items

Explore RiseBack initiatives and support education access

Connect with Tausif Malik on LinkedIn for collaboration

Titles

From India to America: Tausif Malik's Journey of Innovation

Revolutionizing Education Access with Tausif Malik

sound bites

"Created a benchmark at 19 years old"

"Success is about impacting even one person"

"Make honest money and help people"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI Interconnect and Guest Background

09:48 RiseBack: Revolutionizing Education Funding

18:51 Challenges in EdTech Funding and Entrepreneurship

27:52 The Future of Education and Personal Success

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tausifmalik/

keywords

Education Access, Technology, Funding, Rise Back, Innovation, Global Education, EdTech, Social Impact, AI, Cryptocurrency, Dr Tausif Malik, RiseBack, affordable education, student debt crisis, edtech platform, AI in education, education technology, pay after education, income share education, global education system, US education cost, online degree affordable, India IT education, education innovation, edtech founders, startup ecosystem India, AI hype, tech cycles, digital learning, education access, education financing, Rotary education program, global founders, education disruption, learning platforms, AI InterConnect podcast, founder interview, education transformation

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #DrTausifMalik #RiseBack
#EdTech #Education #AffordableEducation #StudentDebt #EducationCrisis #DigitalLearning #OnlineEducation #FutureOfEducation #EducationInnovation #AIinEducation #EdTechStartup #LearningPlatforms
#Entrepreneurship #StartupFounder #GlobalFounders #Innovation #TechTrends #AIHype #StartupEcosystem #BusinessGrowth #FounderJourney #EducationAccess #GlobalEducation
#USeducation #IndiaTech #GlobalMarkets #EmergingMarkets #StartupIndia #EducationUSA #GlobalLearning #DigitalTransformation #KnowledgeEconomy #LearningSystems #ImpactDriven

Dr Tausif Malik, Founder of RiseBack, joins AI InterConnect to explain how affordable education can solve the global student debt crisis. In this episode, he shares his journey from early technology adoption in India to building a platform that connects low-cost education with high-demand markets like the US.

You will learn why traditional education systems are broken, what most EdTech founders get wrong, and why AI may be following the same hype cycle as dot-com and crypto. Tausif also explains his “start here, go anywhere” model and how global ecosystems can reshape access to education.

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In this episode, Laurent Cochet interviews Christian Hoffmann, founder of Hoffmann Economics, exploring his journey from academia to AI startups, the challenges of AI investment, and the future of decentralized AI innovation.

key topics

Christian Hoffmann's background in finance and academia

The journey from risk management software to AI startups

The importance of decentralization in AI development

Challenges and opportunities in AI investment

Ethical considerations and the future of AI

Titles

From Academia to AI Ecosystems: Christian Hoffmann's Journey

Decentralizing AI: A Vision for the Future with Christian Hoffmann

sound bites

"Decentralization is key for AI innovation"

"AI is a probabilistic system, not true understanding"

"Startups are the most moral form of organization"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI Interconnect Podcast

01:04 Christian Hoffmann's Unique Background

08:51 Evaluating Startup Founders and Companies

12:33 Challenges in the AI Startup Ecosystem

17:55 The Need for Decentralization in AI

25:00 Future Success for Hoffmann Economics

27:24 Advice for Founders in the AI Space

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-dr-christian-hugo-hoffmann-117601100/

Book "The Moral AI Leader": https://www.degruyterbrill.com/document/isbn/9783112226391/html 

The VC book: https://www.degruyterbrill.com/document/isbn/9783112216583/html 

The AI Startup Center Manifesto: https://ai-startup-center.com/manifesto/ 

My personal homepage: https://www.christian-hugo-hoffmann.com/ 

keywords

AI startups, venture capital, decentralization, risk management, AI ethics, startup ecosystem, investment strategies, AI innovation, Christian Hoffmann, Hoffmann Economics, AI startups, venture capital AI, startup investing, AI hype, product market fit, startup scaling, AI ecosystem Zurich, AI Startup Center, AI venture capital Europe, founder evaluation, startup growth challenges, AI decision making, AI ethics startups, decentralized AI, big tech vs startups, venture capital insights, startup failure reasons, AI innovation, startup ecosystem Europe, AI leadership, founder mindset, investment strategy AI, AI trends 2026, AI InterConnect podcast, startup funding Europe, AI due diligence, early stage investing

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #ChristianHoffmann #HoffmannEconomics
#AIStartups #VentureCapital #StartupInvesting #AIHype #ProductMarketFit #StartupScaling #AIEcosystem #AIInnovation #AILeadership #AITrends #ArtificialIntelligence #StartupStrategy #FounderJourney #AIEthics #DecentralizedAI #BigTech #InnovationEconomy #TechStartups
#Founders #Investors #StartupGrowth #BusinessStrategy #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfAI #SmartInvesting #GlobalStartups #StartupAdvice #AIInsights
#Zurich #Switzerland #EuropeanStartups #GlobalInvesting #StartupEcosystem #AIinEurope

Christian Hoffmann, Founder and Managing Partner at Hoffmann Economics, joins AI InterConnect to explain how AI startups are evaluated beyond the hype. In this episode, Christian shares insights on product market fit, startup scaling challenges, and why having paying customers is not enough to prove real traction. He breaks down the realities of AI investing, information asymmetry, and the limits of prediction even for top experts.

You will also learn why human judgment remains critical in AI decision making, and why decentralized startup ecosystems may shape the future more than big tech.

This episode is essential for founders, investors, and operators navigating AI, venture capital, and innovation.

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In this episode, Laurent Cochet interviews David Levy Maduro, co-founder of CX Pay, about building payment infrastructure in the Caribbean and Latin America. They discuss market challenges, innovation, collaboration, and future trends in fintech and digital payments.

key topics

Payment infrastructure in the Caribbean and Latin America

Challenges and opportunities in regional fintech

Innovation and collaboration in financial services

Titles

Building Payment Infrastructure in the Caribbean: CXPay's Journey

How CXPay Is Transforming Digital Payments in Latin America

sound bites

"Banks are very risk averse in the Caribbean"

"Real-time data helps make better decisions"

"AI will be part of our future in payments"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to CXPay and David's Journey

08:38 Challenges in the Caribbean Payment Landscape

17:53 Innovations and Future Directions in Payments

27:13 Collaboration and Growth in FinTech

36:12 Advice for Future Entrepreneurs

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlevymaduro/

keywords

fintech, payments, Caribbean, Latin America, CXPay, digital payments, financial technology, collaboration, innovation, banking, David Levy Maduro, CX Pay, CXPay, payment gateway Caribbean, fintech Caribbean, payments infrastructure, Latin America payments, LAC fintech, digital payments Caribbean, omnichannel payments, payment processing, fintech infrastructure, cross border payments, merchant payments, payment systems, fintech innovation, payment gateway LAC, Caribbean economy, fintech growth, AI in payments, payment automation, fraud prevention payments, fintech scaling, emerging markets fintech, payment solutions SMEs, global payments, payment technology, AI InterConnect podcast
#AIInterConnect #Podcast #DavidLevyMaduro #CXPay
#Fintech #Payments #PaymentGateway #DigitalPayments #FintechInnovation #PaymentInfrastructure #CrossBorderPayments #OmnichannelPayments #PaymentTechnology #AIinFintech
#Entrepreneurs #Founders #StartupGrowth #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #ScalingBusiness #TechLeaders #GlobalBusiness #SmartSystems
#Caribbean #LatinAmerica #LAC #FintechCaribbean #PaymentsCaribbean #FintechLATAM #EmergingMarkets #GlobalPayments #CaribbeanBusiness #LATAMTech
#AIInterConnectPodcast #FintechLeadership #PaymentSystems #DigitalEconomy #FutureOfPayments #FinancialTechnology #PaymentsInnovation #FintechGrowth

David Levy Maduro, Co-Founder and Managing Director of CX Pay, joins AI InterConnect to explain how payment infrastructure is built and scaled across the Caribbean and Latin America. This episode explores the realities of fragmented markets, regulatory complexity, and the challenge of gaining institutional acceptance in fintech.

David shares how CX Pay evolved from solving local payment issues into a multi-market infrastructure platform, and why collaboration matters more than competition in emerging ecosystems.

If you want to understand how digital payments, fintech innovation, and cross-border systems actually work in underserved markets, this episode gives you a clear and practical perspective.

Subscribe to AI InterConnect for conversations with founders and operators building real systems across fintech, AI, and global markets.

In this episode, Antonio Cantalapiedra, CEO of geoReplica, shares insights on digital twins, geospatial data, and the future of urban infrastructure. Discover how AI and geospatial technology are transforming cities, mobility, and public policy.

key topics

Digital Twins and their impact on cities

The role of geospatial data in urban planning

AI and non-linear problem solving in infrastructure

Titles

Unlocking Urban Potential with Digital Twins: A Conversation with Antonio

How Geospatial Data is Reshaping Cities and Mobility

sound bites

"Solving nonlinear equations in seconds."

"Fragmented data is not decision-ready."

"Growing organically through client value."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Georeplica and Antonio's Background

08:58 Understanding Digital Twins and Their Impact

14:30 Client Value and B2B vs B2C Dynamics

18:09 Challenges in Data Management and Digital Transformation

22:52 Future Vision for Georeplica

27:03 Advice for Entrepreneurs in Complex Industries

31:53 Personal Habits and Their Impact on Success

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-cantalapiedra-asensio-3076851/

keywords

Digital Twins, Geospatial Data, Urban Infrastructure, AI, Smart Cities, Mobility, Public Policy, Digital Transformation, Antonio Cantalapiedra, GeoReplica, digital twins, geospatial AI, smart cities, AI infrastructure, urban planning technology, digital twin platform, real time data systems, infrastructure AI, PropTech AI, geospatial data analytics, AI for cities, city simulation, intelligent infrastructure, machine learning cities, IoT digital twins, data intelligence systems, predictive analytics cities, AI transformation, smart infrastructure, digital twin technology, urban data systems, AI innovation, real estate technology, infrastructure simulation, AI systems, future of cities

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #AntonioCantalapiedra #GeoReplica

#DigitalTwins #SmartCities #AI #GeospatialAI #PropTech #Infrastructure #AIinRealEstate #UrbanPlanning #DataAnalytics #MachineLearning #IoT #Automation

#Innovation #TechLeadership #FutureOfCities #Entrepreneurship #Startups #GlobalBusiness #AITransformation #SystemThinking #DigitalTransformation

#SpainTech #EuropeInnovation #GlobalTech #SmartCityInnovation #UrbanTech #AILeaders

Antonio Cantalapiedra, Founder and CEO of GeoReplica, joins AI InterConnect to explain how digital twins, geospatial data, and AI are transforming cities, infrastructure, and complex systems. Learn how GeoReplica turns fragmented data into real-time, decision-ready intelligence and why most organizations are still not prepared for this shift.

This episode explores the future of smart cities, the challenges of scaling deep tech, and how AI is moving from automation to system-level intelligence.

Subscribe to AI InterConnect for weekly conversations with founders and operators building the future of AI, PropTech, and infrastructure.

How Antonio Cantalapiedra Is Transforming Cities with
Antonio Cantalapiedra, Founder and CEO of GeoReplica, joins AI InterConnect to explain how digital twins, geospatial data, and AI are transforming cities, infrastructure, and complex systems. Learn how GeoReplica turns fragmented data into real-time, decision-ready intelligence and why most organizations are still not prepared for this shift.

This episode explores the future of smart cities, the challenges of scaling deep tech, and how AI is moving from automation to system-level intelligence.

Subscribe to AI InterConnect for weekly conversations with founders and operators building the future of AI, PropTech, and infrastructure.

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet interviews Dr. Ajay Sharma, founder and CEO of ASR Ventures. They discuss Ajay's journey from telecom engineering to leading an international advisory firm. Ajay shares insights on the importance of continuous learning, the challenges of advisory roles, and the transformative potential of AI and tokenization in various industries. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in governance and the future of global business.

Timestamps

• 0:01 - Introduction by Laurent Cochet
• 1:01 - Ajay's background and career path
• 2:35 - Transition from telecom to advisory
• 5:02 - Challenges in changing mindsets
• 13:05 - Scaling advisory businesses
• 16:23 - AI governance and business transformation
• 21:41 - Tokenization and space economy
• 27:19 - Future goals for ASR Ventures
• 32:31 - Advice for operators on AI growth
• 38:35 - Reflections on learning and teaching

• AI Interconnect
• ASR Ventures
• Advisory
• AI Governance
• Tokenization
• Global Business
• Continuous Learning

• #AIInterconnect
• #AdvisoryLeadership
• #AIGovernance
• #Tokenization
• #GlobalBusiness
• #ContinuousLearning

1. "Navigating the Future: AI and Advisory with Dr. Ajay Sharma"
2. "Transforming Business Models: Insights from ASR Ventures"
3. "AI Governance and Global Expansion: A Conversation with Ajay Sharma"

Keyword List

Ajay Sharma, ASR Ventures, AI governance, AI business transformation, board AI governance, AI strategy, AI compliance, AI regulation, tokenization, blockchain use cases, space economy, cross border business, global strategy, advisory business model, AI leadership, AI decision making, AI risk management, enterprise AI, AI transformation, future of AI, fintech innovation, proptech AI, digital transformation, emerging markets AI, Africa innovation, India tech ecosystem, board advisory, AI ethics, AI InterConnect

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #AjaySharma #ASRVentures

#AIGovernance #AITransformation #AILeadership #AICompliance #AIRegulation #Blockchain #Tokenization #SpaceEconomy #DigitalTransformation #AdvisoryBusiness

#Innovation #GlobalStrategy #TechLeadership #BusinessTransformation #FutureOfWork #AITrends #Entrepreneurship #Leadership

#EuropeBusiness #IndiaTech #AfricaInnovation #GlobalMarkets #CrossBorderBusiness

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Ajay Sharma, Founder and CEO of ASR Ventures, joins AI InterConnect to explain how AI is transforming business models, governance, and decision making at the highest level. Learn why AI is not just a technology shift but a full business transformation, and how boards must rethink accountability in an AI-driven world.

This episode explores AI governance, tokenization, cross-border strategy, and emerging opportunities across industries like energy, agriculture, and space economy. Ajay also shares insights on advisory business models, leadership, and navigating uncertainty in global markets.

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In this episode, J.D. Salbego, founder of Claw Secure, discusses the critical importance of security in AI agent ecosystems, the behavioral shifts in AI adoption, and the future of AI security standards. He shares insights from his extensive experience in Web3, crypto, and DeFi security, emphasizing the urgent need for verification layers to prevent reckless behavior and security breaches.

key topics

The evolution of AI security and verification layers

Behavioral shifts in AI adoption and risk

The role of agent frameworks and memory systems in AI

Challenges in scaling AI security solutions

Future standards and industry collaboration

key frameworks

Verification layer for AI agents

Memory and recall systems in AI

Governance gating in AI workflows

Titles

Building the Future of AI Security: Insights from J.D. Salbego

The Anti-Virus for AI Agents: Claw Secure's Mission

sound bites

"Human beings, that's all I have to say"

"Use agents to help you learn and adapt"

"Learn and study nonstop, knowledge is power"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI Interconnect Podcast

01:12 JD Salbego's Journey in AI and Security

04:36 Understanding Claw Secure's Role

07:06 Challenges in AI Security Adoption

10:05 Shifts in AI Security Awareness

15:24 Defining Success for Claw Secure

17:11 Strategic Choices and User Focus

20:23 Expansion Opportunities Beyond OpenClaw

22:06 Governance and Verification in AI Agents

27:08 Personal Habits for Entrepreneurial Success

29:11 Advice for New Founders in AI Security

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsalbego/

keywords

JD Salbego, Claw Secure, AI agent security, agentic AI security, OpenClaw security, AI security tools, AI agent verification, AI agent risks, AI automation security, agent frameworks, AI governance, AI compliance, AI risk management, developer tools AI, AI infrastructure security, cybersecurity AI, AI startup founder, AI innovation, AI InterConnect podcast, AI systems design, AI trust layer, AI platforms security, automation tools AI, AI developer ecosystem, AI product launch, AI growth strategy, AI security startup, AI technology trends

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #JDSalbego #ClawSecure

#AISecurity #AgenticAI #AIInfrastructure #AIGovernance #AICompliance #CybersecurityAI #AIStartup #AITechnology #AIInnovation #Automation #DeveloperTools

#AIForBusiness #TechFounders #StartupGrowth #AILeaders #InnovationMindset #FutureOfAI #BuildInPublic #AITrends #AIRevolution #DigitalInnovation

#GlobalTech #AIEurope #TechPodcast #StartupEcosystem #AICommunity #AIEntrepreneur #AIInsights #AITools #NextGenAI #AIPlatforms #AIEngineering

JD Salbego, Founder of Claw Secure, joins AI InterConnect to break down one of the biggest risks in AI today. Unsecured AI agents and third-party tools.

In this episode, JD explains how AI agent ecosystems are evolving faster than security systems can keep up, and why most users underestimate the risks when installing new tools. He shares how Claw Secure is building a verification and trust layer for AI agents, helping developers and teams understand what they are actually deploying.

You will learn how AI security is changing, what founders are missing today, and where the biggest opportunities are in this new space.

Subscribe to AI InterConnect for more conversations with founders and operators building real systems in AI, data, and technology.

Eran Savir, founder and managing partner at Savyon Ventures, shares insights on early-stage investing in AI, digital, and commerce startups, emphasizing the importance of early revenue, founder traits, and market opportunities.

key topics

Early revenue importance in startups

Traits of successful founders

Market opportunities in AI and digital

Titles

How Savyon Ventures Finds and Funds AI Startups

The Secret to Early Revenue Success in AI

soundbites

"Real revenue from real customers is what matters."

"Successful people work very hard."

"Expect setbacks and learn from failures."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI Interconnect Podcast

00:54 Eran Savir's Journey: From Founder to Investor

03:28 The Importance of Early Validation in Startups

05:54 Understanding Savion Ventures' Investment Approach

08:45 Identifying the Right Founders for Investment

10:17 Challenges in Venture Capital Today

12:47 Misunderstood Signals of Traction in Startups

16:51 The Shift from SaaS to Service as Software

21:02 Success Metrics for Savion Ventures

23:39 Investing in the Israeli Market

25:19 Advice for Seed Stage Founders

28:24 The Work Ethic of Successful Operators

30:10 Lessons Learned from Experience

32:36 Conclusion and Future Conversations

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eransavir/

keywords

AI startups, venture capital, early revenue, founder traits, SaaS, market opportunities, Israel tech, startup scaling, Eran Savir, Savyon Ventures, AI venture capital, seed stage investing, startup traction, AI startups, SaaS vs AI, service as a software, startup validation, early stage founders, VC insights, startup funding, AI business models, B2B SaaS startups, B2C startups, startup revenue validation, founder mindset, venture capital podcast, startup growth strategy, AI entrepreneurship, startup go to market, founder advice, startup investment strategy, Israeli startups, US startups, AI innovation, tech investing, startup scaling, business validation, AI InterConnect

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #EranSavir #SavyonVentures

#AI #VentureCapital #StartupInvesting #SeedStage #SaaS #Automation #AIStartups #TechInvesting #StartupGrowth #BusinessModels #ServiceAsSoftware #Innovation

#Entrepreneurship #StartupAdvice #Founders #BusinessGrowth #Scaleups #SmartInvesting #StartupFunding #StartupStrategy #AIEntrepreneur #DigitalBusiness

#IsraelStartups #USStartups #GlobalStartups #TechEcosystem #StartupWorld #VentureCapitalist #StartupLife #InnovationEconomy #FutureOfWork

Eran Savir, Founder and Managing Partner at Savyon Ventures, joins AI InterConnect to explain how real startup traction is defined by revenue, not hype. He shares how AI is changing the way companies are built, why SaaS is evolving into service-as-software, and what early-stage founders must do to validate their business fast.

This episode breaks down how venture capital works behind the scenes, how investors filter thousands of startups, and what separates real companies from noise in today’s AI-driven market.

Subscribe to AI InterConnect for weekly conversations with founders, investors, and operators building the future with AI and real execution.

In this episode, Viggo Stenseth, CEO of Solvapay, discusses the future of AI-driven transaction infrastructure, the agentic economy, and how businesses can leverage new protocols and regulatory frameworks to monetize AI capabilities effectively.

key topics

AI-driven transaction infrastructure

The emergence of the agentic economy

Regulatory and protocol standards for AI payments

Titles

Revolutionizing Transactions with AI: The Solvapay Approach

The Future of AI and Payments: Insights from Viggo Stenseth

sound bites

"Using protocols like MCP and OAuth to connect ecosystems."

"Celebrate small wins and enjoy the ride."

"Leverage agentic marketplaces and ecosystems for growth."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI Interconnect Podcast

01:03 Viggo Stenseth's Background and Journey

04:19 Understanding Solvapay's Role in AI Transactions

07:38 Challenges in Building and Scaling Solvapay

10:14 AI Agents in Property Management Workflows

12:35 Friction Points in Current Payment Workflows

16:15 Infrastructure Challenges in Automating Transactions

18:20 Weak Links in the Payment Ecosystem

21:47 The Future of Transactions and Business Models

26:13 Advice for Builders in the AI Space

29:26 Reflections on the Entrepreneurial Journey

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/viggos/

keywords

AI, transaction infrastructure, agentic economy, Solvopay, payment systems, regulatory frameworks, AI agents, B2B sales, protocol standards, fintech innovation, Viggo Stenseth, SolvaPay, AI payments, agentic commerce, AI agents, API monetization, MCP protocol, model context protocol, AI infrastructure, fintech innovation, AI transactions, autonomous payments, agent economy, AI workflows, proptech AI, AI APIs, embedded payments, AI monetization, microtransactions AI, developer tools AI, AI automation, SaaS payments, platform economy AI, AI business models, AI data monetization, AI InterConnect podcast, fintech AI, agent marketplaces, AI ecosystems, AI builders

#AIInterConnect #Podcast #ViggoStenseth #SolvaPay

#AIPayments #AgenticCommerce #AIAgents #AIInfrastructure #Fintech #Automation #SaaS #APIs #MCP #AIWorkflows

#Innovation #DigitalEconomy #AIStartups #Builders #TechFounders #AIEntrepreneurs #FutureOfWork #AIProducts

#FintechInnovation #AIAutomation #AIUseCases #AITrends #AIIndustry #AIPlatforms #AIEngineering

#GlobalTech #StartupEcosystem #AIRevolution #DigitalTransformation #AIInsights #TechPodcast

#AICommunity #AILeadership #AItools #AIbusiness #AIgrowth

Viggo Stenseth, Co-Founder and CEO of SolvaPay, joins AI InterConnect to explain how AI agents will actually start transacting in real-world systems. This episode breaks down why the biggest blocker is not trust, but the lack of useful things for agents to buy, such as data, APIs, and specialized tools. Viggo shares how SolvaPay is building payment infrastructure for the agentic economy and why current systems fail in automated workflows.

You will learn how AI agents interact with services, where payments break down today, and what needs to change for autonomous transactions to scale.

Subscribe to AI InterConnect for weekly conversations with founders and operators building real AI systems across fintech, SaaS, and infrastructure.