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20VC: Shervin Pishevar on The Epic Uber War and What Really Happened in the Firing of Travis Kalanick | Raising $15BN to Win China | Why The Traditional Venture Capital Model is Dead | The Future of Quantum and How We Will Cure All Diseases in 10 Years

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

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Uber's Tumultuous Growth Journey

This chapter explores the fierce competition between Uber and Lyft, detailing missed opportunities and strategic decisions during their early years. It also highlights key personal anecdotes from the speaker's involvement in Uber China, pivotal recruitment efforts, and the high-stakes fundraising required for global expansion. The narrative delves into the internal challenges faced by Uber as it navigated crises, managed influential investors, and fought legal battles amid a backdrop of industry turbulence.

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