EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 20 MIN
NEA's Aaron Jacobson on Robotics, AI Startups and Defense Innovation
from Sand Hill Road · host Aaron Jacobson, Scott McGrew
NEA partner Aaron Jacobson joins Sand Hill Road to discuss the next wave of robotics and AI — from warehouse automation and drone manufacturing to autonomous construction and defense innovation. Jacobson explains why the future of robotics isn’t humanoids but specialized machines that perform one task perfectly. He shares insights on startups like Outrider, Built Robotics, Second Front Systems, and Firestorm, and why he believes AI-driven intelligence and flexible manufacturing will reshape industries from green energy to national security. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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NEA's Aaron Jacobson on Robotics, AI Startups and Defense Innovation
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