In-conversation with Anil Achyuta of TDK Ventures: deep tech's impact & ideas from India

In this episode of the India Deep Tech Series, we host the MD of TDK Ventures, Anil Achyuta. Born and raised in Bengaluru, Anil went from being a sportsman to falling in love with deep tech - firstly as an academic and then as an investor. In this podcast he talks about an ever changing world with deep technology, what are the risks and rewards for startups in this community. The interview is a must watch for those who aspire to build businesses with deep tech ideas.00:00 - Introduction to the podcast 00:38 - Anil's love for science01:47 - The TDK Ventures investment thesis04:32 - Not every scientist should become an entrepreneur07:07 - Transitioning from science to an investor09:30 - The need for 'Dream Syndicates' to support deep tech14:51 - Why we need to come together to solve bigger problems17:24 - The Tesla example of beating all numbers and expectations19:13 - Why TDK Ventures takes big bets?22:47 - The 'Fit' principles of investing24:59 - Business is about data: upstream, the supply chain, downstream29:31 - Role of the government in deep tech30:30 - Impact of Ascend Elements and AM Batteries in the EV industry34:20 - Building a thesis around 'heat' applications.36:33 - Quick responses on industries transforming themselves - automotive, energy, healthcare and many more.44:49 - Impact of AI.48:29 - The TDK Goodness and what it means for startups 52:11 - Using sports and its competitive nature as a lesson in investing55:34 - Learning a lot from people, inspirations and sport. In this podcast the startups I talk about are Ascend Elements (https://ascendelements.com), AM Batteries (https://am-batteries.com), Verdagy (https://verdagy.com), Autoflight (https://www.autoflight.com/en/), Ineratec (https://www.ineratec.de/en) & Fasal (https://fasal.co).Support the showThanks for Listening! Follow Us on  Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn or Find us on YouTube