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The Galileo Tech Retro 2024

Welcome to our special Christmas edition of the Galileo Podcast, with hosts myself (James) and Hugh broadcasting live from Melbourne.

As we wrap up the year, join us for our final episode of 2024, where we reflect on the highs and lows in the tech

James Alexander
Co-founder of Galileo Ventures. Previously co-founded INCUBATE — one of Australia's first university-based student startup accelerators — across five campuses with 200+ startups. Worked across early-stage tech companies. Based in Sydney.
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The Galileo Tech Retro 2024

Welcome to our special Christmas edition of the Galileo Podcast, with hosts myself (James) and Hugh broadcasting live from Melbourne.

As we wrap up the year, join us for our final episode of 2024, where we reflect on the highs and lows in the tech sector and look forward to what's in store for the coming year n classic Galileo style. We call it the Galileo Tech Retro (inspired by agile if you're really wondering).

We award:

  • Top Headline: OpenAI’s record-breaking venture capital raise.
  • Most Eye-Roll Worthy Moments: Canva conference rap video and its unexpected viral reception – prediction: will there be an Elon the Musical in 2025!?
  • Biggest Glow Up: Anthropic's rapid advancements.
  • Biggest Glow Down: OpenAI, grappling with competition and financial strain.
  • Underdog Recognition: Relevance AI making strides in the Australian AI sector.
  • Most Memeable Moment 'Let that sink in'

Plus Predictions for 2025!

Thanks for joining us on this journey throughout the year, and we wish you a joyous holiday season and a fantastic start to 2025!

James Alexander

Co-founder of Galileo Ventures. Previously co-founded INCUBATE — one of Australia's first university-based student startup accelerators — across five campuses with 200+ startups. Worked across early-stage tech companies. Based in Sydney.