Mads Jensen and Dan Bowyer: The Future of European Venture Capital | Episode 30

Nothing Ventured

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Mads Jensen and Dan Bowyer, general partners at Superseed. They discuss the growing interest in AI and its impact on business. They also delve into the evolution of European venture capital, highlighting the increase in funding over the years. The conversation touches on the need for a European Nasdaq and the importance of speed in sales and scaling. The episode explores the unique backgrounds of the hosts and how they came together to form a VC fund. Tune in to gain insights into the world of venture capital and the transformative power of AI in business. 🕒 Time stamps - 00:18 European venture capital growth.
06:15 Fundraising challenges and environment.
07:12 Longer investment timeframes.
11:31 AI transforming businesses.
14:37 State of venture in Europe.
18:37 The Future Fund and Risk Aversion.
21:34 Optimism in European Venture Capital
25:36 Lack of awareness in founders.
30:30 Building big European companies.
31:35 Shifting focus to deep tech.
36:00 Impactful investing in venture capital.
38:16 European capital market challenges.
43:55 Tech industry challenges in Europe.