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Silicon Valley Clones and Jersey Drones: Decoding the Signals with Nicole Wischoff | E2061


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Timestamps:

(0:00) Jason and Alex kick off the show

(3:03) Government reactions to drone sightings
(4:02) Theories and politicians' reactions to the drones
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(10:48) Official statements on drone sightings
(13:34) Speculation on drones' radiation detection capabilities
(15:20) TikTok insights and Swiss startup Arctis Radiation Detectors
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(21:52) Personal reactions and media aspects of drone sightings
(26:12) Startups in drone detection and geopolitical implications
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(32:23) American Security Drone Act of 2023 and government coordination
(39:01) Nicole Wischoff joins Alex and Jason.
(40:28) Startup pitches and trend discussions
(46:14) Investment strategies and AI's impact on startups
(51:10) Market dynamics in various industries
(52:09) Fundraising strategies and venture capital insights
(57:56) Closing thoughts with Nicole Wischoff
(58:05) Venture capital performance metrics
(1:00:39) Challenges for large venture funds

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Mentioned on the show:

Check out Wischoff Ventures: https://www.wischoff.com/

Robin Radar Systems: https://www.robinradar.com/

Arktis Radiation Detectors: https://www.arktis-detectors.com/

ApolloShield: https://www.apolloshield.com/

John Ferguson’s full post: https://www.instagram.com/thegardenstate/reel/DDnmN8oRw3T/

American Security Drone Act Of 2023: https://smartpay.gsa.gov/resources/american-security-drone-act/#:~:text=On December 22%2C 2023%2C the,Fiscal Year 2024

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