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Why Some Startups Win
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8m ago
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A growing startup's marketing team saw declining productivity. The solution was to craft a clear Mission Statement and Mission Intent, aligning work with revenue and profit goals. By fostering independent execution, tying roles to outcomes, and embracing a No Excuses Culture, the team became agile, outcome-focused, and competitive, driving success against larger, better-funded rivals.
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Why VCs are investing in startups that help other startups shut down
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1y ago
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Venture capitalists have shown interest in investing in startups that help other startups shut down. With an estimated 90% failure rate for startups, there is a growing market for companies specializing in winding down other businesses. These startups assist with returning unused capital, auctioning assets, or facilitating the sale of companies to shut down. Investors see this as an opportunity to make returns for limited partners while helping founders move on more efficiently. Some examples of startups in this space include Sunset, which recently raised $1.45 million, and SimpleClosure, which secured $4 million in funding.
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Why investors don’t fund dating
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1y ago
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Andrew Chen discusses why investors are hesitant to fund dating startups. Key challenges include high churn rates, limited market size, expensive user acquisition, city-by-city expansion difficulties, and limited exit opportunities. Dating products face unique problems like built-in churn, where success leads to user loss. New mobile dating apps address some issues with free models and casual dating focus. Overall, the dating sector presents significant hurdles for traditional investment strategies.
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Why India's young heirs prefer investing over building firms
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3m ago
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Young heirs of India's wealthy families are increasingly choosing investing over running or building businesses. While some reinvest in core businesses, many prefer diversifying through family offices, startups, and overseas assets. A new generation sees wealth as a tool for change, balancing aggressive investment with asset protection and lifestyle spending.
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Why investing in growth-stage AI startups is getting riskier and more complicated | TechCrunch
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2m ago
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Investing in growth-stage AI startups is increasingly complex and risky due to incumbents like OpenAI rapidly expanding capabilities and the quick evolution of startups reaching high valuations. Jill Chase from CapitalG highlights the excitement and challenges as some startups achieve rapid growth without mature infrastructure, creating uncertainty regarding their long-term viability. Successful investing now relies on believing in the sector and founders' adaptability, exemplified by the AI coding startup Cursor tailoring to evolving technological capabilities.
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Investors Explain Why They're Sitting Out of YC Demo Day
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1y ago
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Some investors are skipping Y Combinator's Demo Day due to concerns about changes in the startup landscape. They note larger and less selective cohorts, inflated valuations, and reduced event significance. Investors seek more curated platforms to find promising startups and worry that YC Demo Day's quality has declined, leading them to explore other opportunities with a focus on quality over quantity.
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Startup Battlefield 200: Only 3 days left to apply | TechCrunch
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2m ago
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Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is accepting applications until June 9. Aspiring startups can apply for a chance to join this renowned live competition attended by over 10,000 industry leaders, VCs, and media. Only 200 startups will be accepted, with 20 pitching live to win $100,000 in equity-free funds. Benefits include exhibit space, media exposure, and investor masterclasses. Eligible startups should be pre-Series A, driven, and ambitious.
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Here’s why RBI placed B2B card pay on full hold
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has halted the usage of cards for B2B payments, affecting transactions made through commercial credit cards like Visa and Mastercard. Fintech startups such as EnKash and Paymate have also suspended these payments. The RBI aims to regulate payment intermediaries under the PA/PG guidelines, and the issue is related to transaction flow, potential fraud, and KYC compliance. Some players are migrating vendors to online merchants to resolve the disruption in B2B payments.
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Stock options are making a comeback. Here's why
Livemint
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1y ago
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Stock options, particularly employee stock options (ESOPs), are gaining popularity again for middle and senior management positions in both startups and traditional companies. From January to May 2024, 461 listed companies have allotted 340.5 million ESOPs, compared to 253.9 million in the same period last year. Factors contributing to this trend include the high stock market performance, IPOs, and successful buybacks. Companies are also exploring different kinds of stock options, such as restricted stock units (RSUs) and performance stocks, to attract and retain top talent. However, some believe that not all employees find stock options lucrative.
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Surprise! We’re extending the Startup Battlefield 200 deadline — 7 days left to apply | TechCrunch
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2m ago
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Due to high demand, the deadline for applying to Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 has been extended by 7 days. This opportunity offers startups free exhibit space, exposure to investors and media, masterclasses, and the chance to win $100,000 in equity-free prize money. It’s a launchpad for startups seeking visibility and growth. Applications are now open until June 16, 11:59 p.m. PT.
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Startup Mahakumbh: Agritech Pavillion To Celebrate Startups & Innovators In The Sunrise Sector
Inc42
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1y ago
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The Startup Mahakumbh, a three-day event hosted by ASSOCHAM and other industry bodies in New Delhi, will bring together over 1,000 startups, unicorns, domestic and global VCs, and more. The event will feature sector-specific pavilions showcasing innovative startups, including an agritech pavilion. The agritech pavilion will highlight the advancements in the agritech sector, featuring panel discussions, masterclasses, and deal rooms. Startups will have access to mentoring sessions, live pitches, and the opportunity to win awards. The pavilion is presented by NABARD and powered by Aavishkaar Group.
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