Studies show that while high-growth startups attract investors, only about 1 in 10 venture-backed startups( India) achieve long-term success. Momentum alone isn't a moat—without profitability, strong unit economics, and adaptability, rapid growth oft
In 1999, Webvan, an online grocery delivery startup (us zamane ka zepto), was scaling at a breakneck pace. Backed by millions in venture capital, they expanded to multiple cities in the US, built massive warehouses, and hired hundreds of employees, a
What are Anti-Startups?
Anti-startups are businesses that deliberately skip the usual venture capital-fueled, hyper-growth model. They focus on building sustainable, profitable companies that value long-term stability and control over rapid expansio
🚀 OfBusiness: The B2B Unicorn Revolutionizing SME Financing and Procurement 💼
Let's dive into the inspiring journey of OfBusiness, a game-changer in the Indian B2B space:
1. Founded in 2015 by Asish Mohapatra, Ruchi Kalra, and others
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From a $750M valuation to unpaid salaries and bankruptcy—what went wrong with #Dunzo?
Dunzo’s story is a cautionary tale for startups chasing growth at all costs.
Once a pioneer in hyperlocal delivery, it lost its way due to aggressive expansion,
Meta Platforms Inc. has experienced remarkable financial growth; while Facebook earned $32 million in profit during the entirety of 2012, by 2024 Meta generates that same amount every 10 hours, highlighting its extraordinary expansion and profitabili
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Byju’s was India’s most valuable edtech giant — now it’s valued at ZERO. How did it fall from a $22B star to a cautionary tale?"
Byju’s rapid rise was fueled by aggressive expansion, celebrity endorsements, and massive investments. But cracks began
