Navigating Fundraising and Startup Dynamics

This chapter explores the complexities of funding rounds, addressing how media perceptions can misrepresent the realities of capital raised in startups. The speakers share their personal experiences with fundraising amidst COVID-19, detailing the shift in expectations and the nuances of dilution in startup financing. They also discuss the implications of virtual interactions on building trust in investments, along with challenges related to measuring health outcomes in the biohacking sector.