Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Before Synthesia AI became a leading AI video company, one cold email changed everything.

This moment kick-started a major start up success journey - one that didn’t come from Shark Tank US, but feels straight out of the best of Mark Cuban Shark Tank playbook.

If you’ve followed Mark Cuban shark tank deals, Mark Cuban successful shark tank deals, or the Mark Cuban shark tank best moments, this story belongs right alongside them.

In this clip from the Jimmy's Jobs of the Future podcast, Synthesia CEO Victor Riperbelli shares the true Mark Cuban story of how Mark Cuban backed the company with a $1 million investment after Victor and Stef found his email online.

The conversation touches on the genesis of AI video and how Synthesia grew into a global AI video generator platform. It’s also a rare Mark Cuban interview insight into how he spots potential — whether it’s for the Dallas Mavericks, tech, or the future of AI video.

A must-watch moment for fans of My First Million, Mark Cuban AI, and anyone building in AI today.

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