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E1035: SoftBank Managing Partner Jeff Housenbold on deploying the $100B Vision Fund, getting recruited by Masayoshi Son, counseling founders to manage massive capital, creating moats, reasons for shift toward profits, lessons from WeWork & more

This Week in Startups

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Investing in the Future: Capital and Innovation

This chapter explores a $100 billion investment fund's unique strategy in capital deployment, emphasizing the role of data and AI in transforming industries. It discusses the intricacies of funding startups, the importance of substantial investments, and the challenges entrepreneurs face with newfound wealth. Additionally, it highlights the critical role of thorough due diligence in private equity, demonstrating how capital can drive competitive advantages and foster significant global change.

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