Luke Fischer, Co-Founder and CEO of SkyFi, on Democratising Satellite Imagery

Luke Fischer, co-founder and CEO of SkyFi, has a strong background in aviation, technology and military industries. His leadership has driven the success of his latest innovative satellite imagery startup, SkyFi.

In this episode, Ben and Luke discuss what happens when clouds get in the way of aerial pictures, the diverse utility of democratising aerial surveillance and the importance of networking.

What you will hear in this episode

  • What SkyFi is, how it works and what a picture costs

  • Applications of satellite imagery and the transparency of viewing Earth

  • Luke's previous military and aerial experience

  • Luke's strategy for building dream teams

  • Privacy concerns and the future of aerial surveillance

  • CEO advice, and what about clouds?

  • Would Luke go to space?

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