From our first conversation, I knew Saket Modi was building something special. Congrats to Saket & JC2Ventures-backed Safe Security team on their $70M Series C funding round—accelerating the journey toward achieving CyberAGI & redefining cyber risk mgmt! cnbctv18.com/business/start…

In this #AICorner edition, I break down the latest investments in the U.S., surging AI startup funding, and a fierce talent war fueled by massive salaries & aggressive recruiting from tech giants. Check it out & let me know what you think in the comments. linkedin.com/posts/johncham…

#TBT to #ChambersTalks #podcast episode w/ President Dr Irfaan Ali Office of the President - Guyana of Guyana, where he breaks down why setting goals holistically—with your entire ecosystem in mind—is the key to sustainable planning & long-term success. jc2ventures.com/chambers-talks…

In my 2025 predictions, I said M&A would heat back up. Now, Reuters reports global M&A has hit $2.6T YTD, the highest seven-month total we’ve seen since 2021. Fueled by AI activity, it’s a strong signal of confidence for the rest of 2025. reuters.com/business/finan…

.Zoom’s recent move to disrupt itself & become an AI-powered work platform is bold—and instantly reminds me of my previous #ChambersTalks #podcast episode w/ CEO Eric S. Yuan on reinvention, mentorship, and building a culture rooted in happiness. jc2ventures.com/chambers-talks…

Tech IPOs are picking back up & expected to keep climbing in H2 – just like I said in my 2025 predictions. CNBC reporting shows that innovation & investor confidence are back, as seen in recent IPOs, but organizations should proceed with caution. cnbc.com/2025/08/15/tec…

#TBT to my #ChambersTalks #Podcast w/ Roxanne Austin, CEO of Austin Investment Advisors. She shares why leaders should continuously evolve their playbook & act with urgency while navigating uncertainty – one of many great insights from the episode. jc2ventures.com/chambers-talks…

.JC2Ventures-backed Uniphore has acquired Orby AI - A Uniphore Company & Autonom8 Inc to further expand its Business AI Cloud. Thrilled to see this #startup continue to accelerate w/an innovation engine fueled by internal development, strategic partnerships & smart acquisitions.uniphore.com/press-releases…

In my yearly predictions, I continue to emphasize the need to prioritize cybersecurity. While it's important to invest in AI, I'm concerned to see organizations cutting cyber budgets as a result. Cybersecurity isn’t optional – it’s foundational. cybersecuritydive.com/news/proactive…

.IBM & AMD are teaming up to accelerate quantum computing by the end of the decade. As Arvind Krishna shared on my #ChambersTalks #podcast, innovation happens when teams unite around a bold, shared vision—especially during times of disruption. jc2ventures.com/chambers-talks…

My latest #AICorner post is up on LinkedIn! I dive into the latest U.S. data center investments, how universities are appointing Chief AI Officers, & what it will take to win the global AI race. Check it out & share your thoughts in the comments. linkedin.com/posts/johncham…

Powerful comments from President Dr Irfaan Ali Office of the President - Guyana of Guyana on #ChambersTalks #podcast. We explored how AI & digitization can drive real-world impact & why open dialogue is critical to ensure developing countries are not left behind in this tech transition. jc2ventures.com/chambers-talks…

🎧Ep.35 #ChambersTalks #Podcast w/Doug McMillon, Pres. & CEO of Walmart Inc., on leading through uncertainty, embracing innovation & staying #DrivenByCulture. #ApplePodcasts: bit.ly/4n7cAMq #Spotify: bit.ly/3JYmlOc & #Spotify #Pandora #iHeartRadio #AmazonMusic

Great companies build with purpose. Case in point: JC2Ventures-backed clockworkio launches FleetIQ to optimize AI infrastructure & appoints industry veteran Suresh Vasudevan as CEO — big move, bold leadership, real impact. accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/co…

Deepfakes continue to be a major cyber issue, and they're now infiltrating video calls. JC2Ventures-backed Pindrop has launched Pindrop Pulse for Zoom, allowing for real-time deepfake detection, voice authentication & geolocation tracking in meetings. pindrop.com/article/new-pi…

In my next The Innovator column w/ Jennifer Schenker, I explore why thriving in the AI era takes both disruptive & continuous innovation—spotlighting JC2Ventures startups like Pindrop, Uniphore & Safe Security that are moving & scaling fast with purpose. theinnovator.news/should-ai-inno…

.Walmart CEO Doug McMillon recently shared with The Wall Street Journal how AI will transform, not eliminate, all jobs. I could not agree more – in fact, we explored similar AI topics on our #ChambersTalks #podcast convo. Tune in if you're curious about AI’s impact at work. jc2ventures.com/chambers-talks…

.AMD CEO Lisa Su recently explained how we're in year 2 of a "massive 10-year cycle" of AI. As a key leader amid this AI transformation, I'm reminded of our convo on my #ChambersTalks #podcast, where she shared great leadership advice & lessons learned. jc2ventures.com/chambers-talks…

Great conversation with Mike Leidtke of The Associated Press on the promise & risks of the AI boom. I shared my thoughts on the parallels between the Internet & AI, how AI will affect jobs, how leaders can best navigate this period of uncertainty, and more. apnews.com/article/chambe…

Such a pleasure to speak with The Wall Street Journal's SF bureau to talk AI, VCs & what's next in tech. A tough VC market, combined with AI's speed of change, presents unique challenges for #startups today. The companies who do not adapt their strategy risk a trainwreck. wsj.com/articles/john-…