EPISODE · Jun 13, 2024 · 27 MIN
#13 - Three Breakthroughs: College Sports Turn Pro, Miles Per Gallon Becomes Outdated, and Ethereum ETFs
from Tech Optimist: An Alumni Ventures Podcast · host Alumni Ventures
Join Alumni Ventures' Mike Collins and Drew Wandzilak on the Tech Optimist podcast as they discuss three breakthroughs. First, they explore the new compensation model for NCAA athletes, which promises to transform collegiate sports. Next, they debate the relevance of the 'miles per gallon' standard in today's push for greater fuel efficiency. Finally, they delve into the world of finance with the emergence of Ethereum ETFs, marking a significant step towards cryptocurrency acceptance in mainstream investment. Tune in to discover how these innovations are shaping the future.To Learn More:-- Alumni Ventures (AV): www.av.vc-- AV LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/alumniventures-- AV Sports Fund: www.av.vc/Sports-- Tech Optimist: www.techoptimist.vcSpeakers:-- Mike Collins - Host - www.linkedin.com/in/mike-collins-362100-- Drew Wandzilak - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/drewwandzilakChapters:(00:00) - Intro (00:56) - Three Breakthroughs (27:00) - Closing Legal Disclosure:-- https://av-funds.com/tech-optimist-disclosures
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Join Alumni Ventures' Mike Collins and Drew Wandzilak on the Tech Optimist podcast as they discuss three breakthroughs. First, they explore the new compensation model for NCAA athletes, which promises to transform collegiate sports. Next, they debate the relevance of the 'miles per gallon' standard in today's push for greater fuel efficiency. Finally, they delve into the world of finance with the emergence of Ethereum ETFs, marking a significant step towards cryptocurrency acceptance in mainstream investment. Tune in to discover how these innovations are shaping the future.To Learn More:-- Alumni Ventures (AV): www.av.vc-- AV LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/alumniventures-- AV Sports Fund: www.av.vc/Sports-- Tech Optimist: www.techoptimist.vcSpeakers:-- Mike Collins - Host - www.linkedin.com/in/mike-collins-362100-- Drew Wandzilak - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/drewwandzilakChapters:(00:00) - Intro (00:56) - Three Breakthroughs (27:00) - Closing Legal Disclosure:-- https://av-funds.com/tech-optimist-disclosures
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