Nardo Manaloto: Qbits Ventures

The Investor With Joel Palathinkal · Aug 9, 2025 · 53m

In this episode, Nardo Manaloto of Qbits Ventures joins Joel Palathinkal to explore the quantum technology landscape and the creation of Qubits Ventures. They discuss quantum sensors, photonics, and Nardo's journey from Kaiser Permanente to venture capital. Nardo offers advice for new fund managers, insights on deal sourcing, and evaluating quantum startups. The conversation touches on quantum's impact on Neuralink, cryptography, and AI, alongside audience questions on NLP in healthcare. They also discuss deep tech team dynamics, business challenges, patents, fundraising, VC relationships…