Data Collective's Bogue on Deep Tech Investments

The video discusses the current state of blockchain and crypto, highlighting the lack of underlying business models in many crypto platforms. It emphasizes the importance of deep tech investments in solving real-world problems, particularly in climate and energy sectors. The speaker addresses market liquidity concerns and the potential for transformational companies to secure funding. Climate investing is highlighted as a promising area due to computational advancements and regulatory support. The video concludes with a focus on future trends, including water issues and innovative solutions in climate tech.

What is the primary focus of DCVC's investments?

• Retail and consumer goods

• Speculative cryptocurrency models

• Real-world problem-solving through deep tech

• Traditional tech startups

What has reached a stage of maturity to solve hard problems in various sectors?

• Traditional manufacturing processes

• Computational models, AI, and machine learning

• Retail marketing strategies

• Blockchain technology

What is a significant factor driving climate investment currently?

• Decline in renewable energy interest

• Lack of government support

• High energy prices due to geopolitical issues

• Low energy prices

Which company is mentioned as an example of solving trillion-dollar problems?

• Uber

• Pivot Bio

• Tesla

• Square

What is the main advantage of Pivot Bio's technology?

• It increases the cost of fertilizers

• It replaces synthetic fertilizers with microbes

• It reduces the need for water in agriculture

• It enhances the growth of genetically modified crops

Which company is known for carbon transformation?

• 12

• Oklo

• Amazon

• Google

What is considered the 'teeth' of climate change?

• Water scarcity

• Air pollution

• Soil erosion

• Deforestation