What if the next generation of artificial intelligence wasn’t built on silicon chips — but on living neurons?

In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Harinda sits down with Fred Jordan, CEO of FinalSpark, to explore how his team is creating the world’s first biocomputers — AI systems powered by biological neurons that promise to be 1,000x more energy efficient than today’s GPUs.

This is more than just science fiction: it’s a story about the future of AI, the environment, innovation, and ethics. From the labs of Switzerland to the halls of Brussels, the implications are global — from climate impact and national security to geopolitics and regulation.

🔥 In this episode, we cover:

• 🧠 The science of running AI on living neurons

• 🌱 Why biocomputing could end AI’s energy crisis

• 💡 How this breakthrough could reshape innovation & investment

• 🌍 The geopolitical stakes of Europe’s role in biocomputing

• ⚖️ The ethics of live neurons powering technology

• 📜 What it means for lawmakers, scientists, and technologists worldwide

⏰ Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Final Spark and Founders' Background
03:09 – Innovative Approach: Biological Neurons in AI
05:29 – Vision and Goals of Final Spark
07:22 – Challenges in Funding and Investment
09:24 – Geopolitical Landscape and EU's Role in AI
11:47 – Navigating Investment Opportunities and Challenges
14:05 – Future of AI Regulation and National Security Concerns
21:54 – Ethical Considerations in Biocomputing
23:05 – The Future of Biocomputing and Intellectual Property
24:39 – Building an Ecosystem for Innovation
29:00 – Energy Efficiency and Biocomputing
36:06 – Navigating Ethical Challenges in Technology
39:49 – The Human Element in Technological Advancement

📌 Who should watch this?

• AI researchers and engineers

• Environmentalists fighting climate change

• Legislators & regulators shaping tech policy

• Biologists and neuroscientists exploring new frontiers

• Anyone curious about the future of intelligence and computing

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