Equity Gearing up for demo day
Mar 28, 2022
This week dives deep into the dynamic world of startups. They discuss the intriguing trend of crypto startups skipping board seats for investors, a risky move reflecting peak founder-friendliness. The focus shifts to Y Combinator's Demo Day, where hundreds of startups will pitch rapidly, including the promising API-driven ventures and decentralized organizations. Zepto's recent funding success highlights the shifting landscape in fintech, while a look at startup valuations reveals contrasts between early and later-stage investments.
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Crypto Governance
- Crypto startups are foregoing traditional board seats for investors.
- This founder-friendly approach contrasts with historical norms and carries significant risk.
Zepto's Growth
- Zepto, an Australian real-time payments platform, achieved remarkable revenue growth.
- It achieved 10x year-over-year growth for four consecutive years.
Y Combinator Demo Day
- Pay attention to Y Combinator's Demo Day for insights into emerging startup trends.
- Focus on DAO models, API-led startups, and financial disclosure levels.