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Service As Software: How Startups Are Replacing Traditional Firms
The rise of service as software is transforming traditional service models by turning manual, labor-intensive processes into automated, scalable software solutions. This approach is no longer a futuristic concept; it is actively reshaping industries, driving measurable results, and giving startups a competitive edge. “We see startups using software to replace traditional services as one of the fastest ways to scale expertise and deliver predictable results,” said George Ban

George Bandarian
5 days ago9 min read


AI for Defense, Space, and Aerospace: Building the Frontier Tech Stack for a New Geopolitical Era
AI's Strategic Role in Defense, Space, and Aerospace Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept; it is actively reshaping the defense, space, and aerospace sectors. From enhancing military capabilities to enabling autonomous space exploration and revolutionizing aviation technologies, AI is at the forefront of a new technological era. “Somebody needs to come up with something we call a mafia offer to get me to consider your new way, write your solution. And th

George Bandarian
5 days ago6 min read


AI + Energy: Why Nuclear, Fusion, and Grid Intelligence Are the Next AI Moonshots
AI for energy is rapidly transforming the way we generate, distribute, and optimize power. Rising global energy demand, the push for decarbonization, and the need for efficient grid management have created an urgent context where AI-driven solutions can deliver transformative impact. From nuclear plants to fusion experiments and smart grids, AI is enabling what many consider energy “moonshots”: high-impact applications that could redefine the global energy landscape. “You wa

George Bandarian
5 days ago7 min read


AI + Neurotech: From Brain-Computer Interfaces to Cognitive Augmentation at Scale
The fusion of AI and neurotechnology marks a paradigm shift in human potential. It amplifies capabilities, restores lost functions, and unlocks new dimensions, from enabling quadriplegic patients to communicate to enhancing cognitive performance for knowledge workers. In this article, we explore: • How Brain-Computer Interfaces are evolving into scalable solutions impacting healthcare, education, and daily life • The role of AI in driving adaptive cognitive augmentati

George Bandarian
5 days ago7 min read


AI + Material Science: Designing the Molecules That Will Power the Next Industrial Revolution
The Convergence of AI and Material Science AI material science is no longer a distant concept; it is rapidly becoming the backbone of global innovation. The next industrial revolution will not be built on data alone but on new molecules and advanced materials engineered with unprecedented speed and precision. Think of it this way: the steam engine powered the 18th century and semiconductors powered the 20th; today, AI-designed materials may define the 21st. The ability to des

George Bandarian
5 days ago6 min read


AI + Life Sciences: How Multi-Omics and Synthetic Biology Unlock the Next $100B Breakthroughs
AI life sciences is reshaping the way we understand biology, design drugs, and engineer living systems. AI + life sciences is no longer a futuristic concept; it is actively generating breakthroughs in drug discovery, multi-omics research, and synthetic biology. Startups leveraging these technologies are accelerating research timelines, reducing costs, and opening the door to potentially $100 billion opportunities across healthcare, agriculture, and industrial biology. “What

George Bandarian
5 days ago8 min read


AI Reskilling + Upskilling: The Billion-Dollar Opportunity Hidden in Workforce Disruption
Reskilling in the age of AI is no longer a nice-to-have; it is an urgent strategic advantage. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, millions of roles are evolving or disappearing entirely, creating both a challenge and an unprecedented opportunity. George Bandarian emphasizes, “What we’re really looking for are founders who are leveraging these tools and have a bunch of agents on their team” Businesses that embrace reskilling and upskilling programs can unlock ma

George Bandarian
5 days ago6 min read


From Dashboards to Decisions: Multi-Agent Simulations & the New Age of Intelligence
Multi-agent simulation is transforming the way businesses make decisions by moving beyond dashboards and into predictive and prescriptive intelligence. Dashboards have long served as a rear-view mirror, showing what has already happened, but they stop short of guiding the next move. Simulations, by contrast, allow leaders to anticipate, test, and act with confidence in real time. This evolution is critical because today’s markets are complex, fast-moving, and interconnected.

George Bandarian
5 days ago8 min read


From Labs to the Real World: Embodied AI in Robotics, Humanoids, and Autonomous Systems
Embodied AI is transforming robotics by enabling machines to perceive, interact, and learn from the real world, not just process data in digital environments. Unlike conventional AI models that analyze information in isolation, embodied AI integrates sensors, actuators, and machine learning to create physical systems capable of autonomous adaptation. As George Bandarian, Founder & General Partner & CEO at The Untapped Team, said “Robots, humanoids, and autonomous systems mo

George Bandarian
5 days ago6 min read


Beyond Vibe Coding: Why Vibe Everything Will Define the Future of Work
Vibe coding was the spark, proof that software could be built from intent instead of syntax. But that was just the beginning. What’s emerging now is vibe everything : a shift where every workflow, product, and interaction becomes adaptive, predictive, and effortless. Instead of waiting for clicks or commands, systems start anticipating your needs, surfacing the next step, and orchestrating complex processes in the background. Work stops feeling like managing tools and starts

George Bandarian
5 days ago7 min read


Next-Gen AI UIs: What Comes After Chat and Clicks in the Age of Agents
Next-Gen AI UIs are transforming how humans interact with technology. The days of static chatbots and click-based dashboards are giving way to intelligent, autonomous agents that can complete complex workflows, collaborate with humans, and deliver measurable outcomes. For business leaders, understanding these interfaces is essential to enhance productivity, reduce operational bottlenecks, and unlock new growth opportunities. “What we’re really looking for are founders who ar

George Bandarian
5 days ago7 min read


Agentic Infrastructure: Building the Platforms That Power Tomorrow’s AI Workforces
Running one AI agent is easy. Running hundreds across mission-critical workflows, securely, reliably, and at scale, is where things break. That’s the problem that agentic infrastructure solves. These platforms aren’t just another layer of IT. They’re the operating backbone that lets AI agents collaborate with each other and with human teams, turning isolated experiments into production-grade systems. Imagine hundreds of AI agents working together without breaking a sweat. So

George Bandarian
6 days ago6 min read


The Rise of SaaS Killers: How Agentic AI Will Rewrite the Software Playbook
How Agentic AI SaaS Is Redefining Enterprise Software Agentic AI SaaS is reshaping enterprise software in ways that feel almost like magic. These systems don’t just respond; they observe, decide, and act across workflows without waiting for human input. For founders, this isn’t just a trend; it is a chance to build the next generation of SaaS killers—platforms that are smarter, faster, and more adaptive than legacy systems. “A lot of the traditional SaaS… We have a tremendous

George Bandarian
6 days ago6 min read
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