FutureTech Podcast

By Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach

Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We're your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.

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February 12, 2024Unhackable Shopping on Quantum Internet Explained
Unhackable Shopping on Quantum Internet Explained on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
Unhackable Shopping on Quantum Internet Explained | FutureTech Podcast In this episode of FutureTech Podcast, we delve into the groundbreaking concept of unhackable shopping on the Quantum Internet. Join us as we explore the recent demonstration of secure online shopping transactions using a quantum network, marking the dawn of a new era in cybersecurity and online commerce. Learn how researchers in China have implemented quantum communications and cryptography to ensure unparalleled security in online transactions. Discover the potential of Quantum Keys and the transformative impact of Quantum Internet on secure data transfers and online commerce. Join the conversation and stay informed about the latest advancements in quantum technology.
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15min
February 09, 2024The AVL H2 ICE Hydrogen Combustion Engine is Revolutionizing Racing
The AVL H2 ICE Hydrogen Combustion Engine on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
AVL H2 ICE Hydrogen Combustion Engine is Built for Racing
Experience the future of automotive engineering with the AVL H2 ICE hydrogen combustion engine. Developed by AVL RACETECH, this groundbreaking 2-liter engine is poised to transform the automotive industry. With an impressive power output of 410 hp and 500 Nm, the H2 ICE is a game-changer for high-performance racing cars.
Join us as we explore the innovative features of the H2 ICE hydrogen combustion engine., including its advanced Port Fuel Injection (PFI) system and water injection technology, which ensures stable air-fuel mixture proportions and prevents premature ignition.
Learn about AVL RACETECH's collaboration with HUMDA in the development of this cutting-edge engine, designed to meet the rigorous demands of competitive racing. Discover how the H2 ICE hydrogen combustion engine. is paving the way for sustainable motorsport and its anticipated debut at Le Mans in 2027.
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18min
February 02, 2024Elon Musk’s Mind Altering Chip The New Street Drug
Elon Musk's Mind Altering Chip The New Street Drug on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your host The Startup Coach. A guide to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
Delve into the groundbreaking emergence of the Neuralink chip, hailed as the new street drug by Elon Musk. Discover how this revolutionary breakthrough in neuroscience is reshaping human-machine integration, offering solutions to complex medical conditions, and enhancing human capabilities. Explore the parallels drawn between the Neuralink chip and Neil Stevenson's novel "Snow Crash," as we navigate the ethical and societal considerations surrounding this cutting-edge technology. Join us in unraveling the implications of merging human consciousness with digital interfaces, and share your thoughts on the future of technology in the comments below!
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9min
January 31, 2024Gaming Glove for Physical Therapy
Gaming Glove for Physical Therapy on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
Key Take Aways
Wearable gaming glove developed by Anthropic for physical therapy and rehabilitation at home.
Uses computer vision and AI to track hand and finger motion without sensors.
Based on video input from a smartphone camera.
Turns individual exercises into competitive games to motivate progress and consistency in therapy regimes.
Aims to make physical therapy engagement more accessible and enjoyable outside of PT sessions.
Software available as an SDK for clinics and therapists to design customized gamified routines.
Potential applications include targeting upper limb issues like carpal tunnel or tennis elbow.
Provides tactile feedback and can simulate various textures for an immersive experience.
Available for pre-order at $350, potentially affordable for clinics.
Future improvements may include resistance feedback and electronic muscle stimulation for enhanced therapy.
Concerns about accuracy across diverse demographics and potential biases in tracking.
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TorontoStarts Startup and Entrepreneur Community
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January 29, 2024Wearable Exoskeleton
Wearable Exoskeleton on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
Links Mentioned:
Futuretech on YouTube
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21min
January 27, 2024Hydrogen Powered Aircraft
Hydrogen Powered Aircraft on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
A hydrogen powered aircraft completed a successful 10-minute test flight, marking the longest flight powered by hydrogen fuel cell technology to date.
Developed by Zero Avia, the hydrogen powered aircraft used a 6-kilowatt proton exchange membrane fuel cell to generate electricity from compressed hydrogen gas.
The achievement was voted the Breakthrough Technology of 2023 by MIT Technology Review, highlighting hydrogen's potential for greening the aviation sector.
Zero Avia aims to commercialize this hydrogen powered aircraft technology by 2025, with over 1500 pre-orders and $140 million raised from investors including Bill Gates.
The technology has undergone 10 test flights, with the longest lasting 23 minutes, showcasing progress toward cross-country flights.
Hydrogen fuel technology offers up to 60% efficiency in converting energy to electricity, surpassing combustion-based alternatives.
Future plans include larger hydrogen powered aircraft with 19 and 40-seat capacities.
Challenges in developing hydrogen refueling networks include production cost, transportation difficulties, storage complexity, safety regulations, low current demand, and public acceptance.
Hydrogen's energy density and transportation safety pose unique challenges compared to conventional fuels.
The development of hydrogen infrastructure and energy production needs to consider environmental impact, energy efficiency, and consumer safety.
Despite challenges, hydrogen technology presents promising opportunities for green transportation and energy solutions.
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Futuretech on YouTube
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Mentoring Magic Event
TorontoStarts Startup and Entrepreneur Community
Workhaus
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January 24, 2024ViXion01 Auto Focusing Glasses
ViXion01 Auto Focusing Glasses on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
Key Takeaways:
👓 ViXion01 Auto-focusing Glasses Overview: Glasses use front-facing sensor for adjustable focus, aiding vision issues.
🤔 Limitation for Prescription Lens Users: Not available with prescription lenses, limiting use for corrective eyewear.
🤷‍♂️ Peripheral Vision Concerns: Glasses may impact peripheral vision, more suitable for focused tasks than casual wear.
🌏 Potential for Universal Glasses: Early tech hints at future universal glasses, adapting to individual vision needs.
⚡ Liquid Lenses and Real-Time Adjustments: Liquid lenses in phones inspire hope for real-time adjustable glasses for personalized vision correction.
🌟 Beyond Vision Correction Possibilities: ViXion01 glasses may find use in bird watching and enhancing productivity by eliminating manual focus.
🔋 Battery Life Concerns: 10-hour battery life raises questions about practicality for extended use without a charging case.
🎮 Gaming and Medical Applications: Potential use in gaming for immersive experience and in medical fields, especially surgery.
🚀 Early Stages of Technology: Concept is promising; speaker desires more advanced generations with auto-adjustment features and heads-up display.
Links Mentioned:
Futuretech on YouTube
Startup Investor Drinks
Mentoring Magic Event
TorontoStarts Startup and Entrepreneur Community
Workhaus
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Ask The Startup Coach Podcast
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14min
January 22, 2024BMWs In Car AI
BMWs in Car AI on the Futuretech Podcast. Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
For BMWs in Car AI, BMW and Amazon are teaming up to replace the car manual with a helpful AI chatbot in the car's entertainment system. This chatbot can answer questions, give real-time info, help with car features, troubleshoot issues, and do tasks like changing settings.
They're doing this to make it easier for drivers to understand and use their cars safely, reducing distractions. The new system is still in the works and will be available in a few years.
People are worried about privacy, security, and ethical concerns, especially if the BMW in car AI makes mistakes or causes accidents. AI in cars can do more than just drive; it can improve safety, track the environment, offer personalized entertainment, and predict when your car needs maintenance.
Some are concerned that BMW might charge a subscription for these AI features, and there's a call for clear rules about how data is collected.
KeyTake aways
🚗 BMW collaborates with Amazon, replacing the driver's manual with an BMW in Car AI chatbot in the infotainment system.
🤖 The BMW in Car AI chatbot offers real-time car information, troubleshooting, and maintenance guidance.
🔄 Goal: Simplify learning about cars, enhance safety, and reduce distractions for drivers.
🛡️ Security concerns emerge with potential unauthorized access and data transparency challenges.
🚦 AI in cars extends beyond self-driving to safety features, real-time info, warnings, infotainment, and eco-friendly optimizations.
🔄 Predictive maintenance is an AI application for personalized schedules, avoiding unexpected breakdowns.
💰 Concerns about subscription models for accessing car AI features and their added value.
🤖 Speculation on BMW in Car AI integration beyond driving for automating various tasks.
📡 Exploration of government funding programs like Scale AI and SR&ED Tax Credit for tech startups.
Links Mentioned:
Futuretech on YouTube
Startup Investor Drinks
Mentoring Magic Event
TorontoStarts Startup and Entrepreneur Community
Workhaus
Work with The Startup Coach
Reach out to Jon Irwin on LinkedIn
Ask The Startup Coach Podcast
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22min
January 19, 2024Inside the $22 Million Spy Sock Program
Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends.
Step into the world of espionage with Spy Socks! In this video, we delve into the intriguing $22 million investment by the US intelligence community in the Smart Pants program. Discover the cutting-edge technology woven into shirts, pants, socks, and underwear, turning them into covert surveillance tools. From miniaturized microphones to GPS components, we explore the challenges, potential, and privacy concerns surrounding this innovative venture. Join us for a sneak peek into the future of wearable surveillance and the hurdles it faces.
🕵️‍♂️ Key Takeaways:
$22 million investment in Smart Eants program.
Integration of audio, video, and location sensors into clothing.
Privacy concerns and challenges in development.
Potential power sources for spy clothing.
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18min
January 17, 2024The Latest Breakthrough in 6G Terahertz Waves
Welcome to FutureTech Podcast with your hosts Jon Irwin and The Startup Coach. We’re your guides to the world of cutting-edge technology, innovation, and business trends. In this episode of Futuretech podcast we Dive into the cutting-edge realm of 6G technology and the fascinating world of Terahertz waves. In this video, we'll unravel the advancements that amplify terahertz electromagnetic waves, a key element considered for 6G communication networks. Join us as we discuss the breakthroughs led by Professor Park, involving nanoscale resonators and AI-driven inverse design methods that have propelled terahertz wave amplification by over 30,000 times.
🌐 Key Takeaways:
Explore the transition from gigahertz to terahertz technology.
Understand the challenges posed by terahertz waves in communication networks.
Uncover the potential applications of amplified terahertz waves in 6G networks.
Learn about the optimization techniques and AI integration in terahertz wave research.
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