Podcast:The Investor With Joel Palathinkal Published On: Sat Jan 03 2026 Description: In this episode, Joel sits down with Chee-We Ng, Partner at Oakseed Ventures, to explore his remarkable transition from a cybersecurity prodigy and MIT engineer to a leading seed-stage investor in AI and cybersecurity. Chee-We shares his journey from creating a “good” computer virus as a teenager to building classified encryption systems for the Singapore government, before pivoting through an MBA, McKinsey, and corporate venture at Cisco. He delves into the complexities of the cybersecurity landscape, detailing how Oakseed identifies stealth founders tackling massive unmet needs with deep technical expertise and strong business acumen. Listeners will gain valuable insights into thematic investing, founder evaluation, and the nuanced challenges of launching and differentiating a venture fund in today’s competitive market.#VentureCapital #Cybersecurity #AI #SeedStage #Investing #Startups #MIT #OakseedVentures