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This Week in Startups

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Exploring Ackman's SPAC and the Potential Benefits and Drawbacks

This chapter delves into Ackman's unique conception of a SPAC, Pershing Square, Tontine Holdings, and its $4 billion raise without finding a deal. It examines the advantages of SPACs for accessing early-stage startups and the potential drawbacks of their popularity. The chapter also explores the challenges of managing a public company and the interest in alternative ways to go public.

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