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The Rundown 1/15/26: Kepler’s Space Lasers, RBCx Fundraising Lows, and the New Fight for Tech Sovereignty

Watch now | Episode 297 - If Canada can help put “data centers in the sky,” can it also build the domestic capital base to keep its best companies…

Jan 15 • Ripple Ventures

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The Art of the Roll-Up: How Carma Corp. Quintupled in Size for a Major Exit with Michael Platt

Watch now | Episode 296 - Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, investor, or operator, this conversation offers an honest look at what it takes to go…

Jan 13 • Ripple Ventures

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How Stablecoins Are Shaping the Future of Global Trade with Avinash Chidambaram of Cybrid

Watch now | Episode 295 - This episode offers a deep dive into the future of money and its role in cross-border transactions.

Jan 8 • Ripple Ventures

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The Rundown 12/24/25: The AI Shakeout, Canada’s Defense Pivot, & Predictions for 2026

Watch now | Episode 294 - Matt Cohen and John Ruffolo reflect on a turbulent year for technology, capital markets, and Canadian innovation, while…

Dec 24, 2025 • Ripple Ventures

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The Rundown 12/17/25: Microsoft’s Canadian AI Gamble, Quantum Bets, & Crypto's Soccer Play

Watch now | Episode 293 - In this episode of Tank Talks, Matt Cohen and John Ruffolo break down a pivotal week for Canada’s innovation economy.

Dec 17, 2025 • Ripple Ventures

45:56

Why Proven Models Beat New Ideas Every Time with Alex Lazarow of Fluent Ventures

Episode 292 - This conversation reveals how global patterns, AI tailwinds, and disciplined research can uncover tomorrow’s winners.

Dec 11, 2025 • Ripple Ventures

54:56

The $30 Trillion Shift: Why Private Markets Are Taking Over Finance with Samir Kaji of Allocate

Episode 291 - If you want to understand where private markets, wealth management, and alternative investing are truly headed, this episode is essential…

Dec 1, 2025 • Ripple Ventures

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The Founder's Guide to Life After The Liquidity Event with Chris Canavan of Canavan Private Health

Episode 290 - This episode shows you what founders get wrong, what they must put in place, and how to build a system that supports your next chapter…

Nov 21, 2025 • Ripple Ventures

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