Feb 17 2025 58 mins
Imagine a world where computers run on biological matter, consuming a fraction of the energy of today's silicon-based systems. This is the promise of biocomputing, an emerging field poised to revolutionize artificial intelligence (AI) and computing as we know it.
In this episode of Startuprad.io, Joe Menninger sits down with Fred Jordan, the CEO and co-founder of Final Spark, a pioneering company in the world of biocomputing. They discuss the potential of biocomputing to revolutionize AI, reduce energy consumption, and create entirely new industries.
But what exactly is biocomputing?
How does it work?
And what are the ethical considerations surrounding this groundbreaking technology?
Fred Jordan, a French physicist and engineer, shares his journey from developing counterfeit detection technology to pioneering the field of biocomputing. He explains how Final Spark is pushing the boundaries of biocomputing research and development, with ambitious plans to create a biocomputer server within the next 12 to 13 years.
This episode is a must-listen for:
Entrepreneurs and tech founders looking to stay ahead of the curve in emerging technologies.
Investors seeking to understand the potential of biocomputing and its investment opportunities.
Anyone interested in the future of AI and computing.
Key Moments:
[00:00:00] Introduction and Fred Jordan's background
[00:05:46] The journey to biocomputing
[00:11:08] How biocomputing works at Final Spark
[00:14:44] The energy efficiency of biocomputing
[00:21:35] Final Spark's vision and goals
[00:28:20] The challenges of biocomputing
[00:34:19] The ethical considerations of biocomputing
[00:37:45] The future of biocomputing and its applications
[00:50:53] Fred Jordan's personal take and legacy
Show Notes:
Startuprad.io Blog: https://www.startuprad.io/post/biocomputing-the-future-of-ai-with-fred-jordan
Final Spark Website: https://finalspark.com/
More about Biocomputing: https://www.startuprad.io/post/biocomputing-applications-transforming-industries-and-shaping-the-future
https://www.startuprad.io/post/5-ethical-considerations-for-the-future-of-biocomputing
Papers
FinalSpark Paper: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/artificial-intelligence/articles/10.3389/frai.2024.1376042/full
Paper referred to in the interview: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/science/articles/10.3389/fsci.2023.1017235/full