EPISODE #36: Denis Kalyshkin on Building the Future of Space + AI

08/09/2025 45 min Episodio 36
EPISODE #36: Denis Kalyshkin on Building the Future of Space + AI

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Episode Synopsis

What does it take to fund the future?
I sit down with Denis Kalyshkin — a rocket scientist turned venture capitalist, futurist, and co-founder of multiple frontier tech ventures. Denis is a Principal at I2BF Global Ventures, a New York-based VC firm managing over $400M and backing companies in AI, space tech, SaaS, quantum computing, and deep tech.
We dive into:
✔Why growth isn’t just about capital — it’s about imagination
✔The overlooked opportunities inside “boring” industries
✔How to turn futuristic science into scalable, profitable businesses
✔Why iteration, failure, and vulnerability are vital for founders
✔The next wave of innovations in space tech, robotics, and quantum computing
This conversation is a masterclass in spotting opportunities at the edge of science, storytelling, and investment strategy.

📢 Connect with Denis Kalyshkin:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denis-kalyshkin-b634592a/
Websites: 
https://www.i2bf.com/ 
https://spaceambition.org/
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