The BetaKit Podcast Channel

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Why Koho won't bet on prediction markets

October 12, 2026

"I think that we will look back on prediction markets the same way we look back on altcoins and … NFTs."  Canada's newest FinTech unicorn also seems poised to become Canada's newest bank. In a wide-ranging interview, Koho CEO Daniel Eberhard discusses what both milestones mean for the company, the impact of international competition flooding into Canada, the possibilities of launching a telecom (!), and why Koho won't touch prediction markets. Let's dig in. -- Amid global uncertainty, the pat...

Where quantum and AI intersect (ALL IN 2026)

October 05, 2026

"Transformative technology doesn't become transformative when we invent it. It becomes transformative when we adopt it." AI and quantum are two potentially transformative technologies at very different stages of development. Leaders from Xanadu (Nikki Bhatia), Nord Quantique (Marc-Antoine Lemonade), IonQ (Lisa Lambert), and CGI (Chris Juryn) discuss where they intersect live on stage at ALL IN 2026. -- Amid global uncertainty, the path forward is clear: Canada's moment to build is now. Presen...

How Canada can keep its AI talent (ALL IN 2026)

September 28, 2026

"I think—and I hope I'm right—that we can build the next OpenAI, or Anthropic, or world model here in Canada." Mila entrepreneur-in-residence Alex Shee joins to explain the cultural shift among academic institutions toward supporting the entrepreneurial journeys of locally trained AI scientists and the "generational opportunity" it could create for Canada. Recorded live at ALL IN 2026. -- Amid global uncertainty, the path forward is clear: Canada's moment to build is now. Presented by Uber Ca...

Thought Behind Things · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Smart Friends · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Forward Thinking Founders · Low booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

The Tech Trek · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Lead With AI · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with The BetaKit Podcast Channel?

The BetaKit Podcast Channel is hosted by Douglas Soltys. Its publicly listed email is douglas.soltys@betakit.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The BetaKit Podcast Channel?

The publicly listed email for The BetaKit Podcast Channel: douglas.soltys@betakit.com.

How many listeners does The BetaKit Podcast Channel have?

Podseeker estimates The BetaKit Podcast Channel reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The BetaKit Podcast Channel?

The BetaKit Podcast Channel typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Canadian technology founders, startup executives, innovation leaders, artificial intelligence specialists, and technology-policy experts with direct operating, research, or ecosystem experience. Common among recent guests: Founded or led a technology startup or innovation organization; Built or scaled a company, product, or startup ecosystem; Held a senior role in artificial intelligence, technology policy, or Canadian innovation. Recent guests include Lisa Zarzeczny, Vass Bednar, and Melissa Nightingale.

How hard is it to get booked on The BetaKit Podcast Channel?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The BetaKit Podcast Channel cover?

Recent episodes cover Technology, Entrepreneurship, Startups, Artificial Intelligence, and Canadian Innovation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.