FNO: InsureTech

Ep 279: FireDome, feat. Gadi Benjamini (Cofounder and CEO) and Gabriel Gross (Member of the Board of Advisors)


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In this episode, we traverse three continents to bring you insights from Gadi Benjamini, co-founder and CEO of FireDome, and Gabriel Gross, a member of FireDome's advisory board. As FireDome emerges from stealth mode, Gadi and Gabriel discuss groundbreaking technology aimed at combating wildfires—a pivotal issue exacerbated by climate concerns. Through their innovative fire protection systems, FireDome is set to transform wildfire management and potentially reshape the wildfire insurance landscape. Whether you're an industry insider or concerned citizen, this episode offers a riveting exploration of FireDome's impactful solutions.

Key Highlights:

  • FireDome's cutting-edge system is designed to protect assets from wildfires with a focus on strategic fire breaks and suppression.

  • The innovative solution involves a launcher that deploys capsules filled with fire retardant to create barriers and respond to spot fires with extreme precision.

  • Gadi Benjamini explains the detailed technology and the multi-layered approach involving cameras and sensors, aiming to support firefighters.

  • Gabriel Gross provides an insurance industry perspective, addressing insurability challenges in wildfire-prone regions and how FireDome may play a key role.

  • The potential global impact of FireDome's technology is discussed, highlighting its relevance to both private properties and larger-scale applications.

Quotes:

  • "FireDome is a system aimed at protecting assets from wildfires—a burning issue, pun intended." – Gadi Benjamini

  • "Reducing actual vulnerability is the first major step into making homes or businesses insurable again." – Gabriel Gross

  • "There's no silver bullet; it's a chain of solutions that must work together, spearheaded by the firefighters." – Gadi Benjamini

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