This Week in Startups Square becomes Block, Spotify Wrapped’s genius, $GRAB debut + Founders of Fathom, Deft & Krepling | E1338
Dec 3, 2021
Join Paul Bloch, Co-founder of Fathom, Zach Hudson, Founder of Deft, and Liam Gerada, Co-founder of Krepling, as they dive into the innovative realms of AI-driven podcast search and e-commerce. Paul discusses how Fathom enhances podcast discovery, while Zach critiques traditional ad-centric search engines with his ad-free results. Liam shares insights on his no-code platform that empowers small businesses to thrive online. Together, they reveal startup lessons and the impact of cutting-edge technology on media and commerce.
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Dorsey's Focus
- Jack Dorsey likely left Twitter to focus on Square's crypto ambitions, avoiding conflicts of interest.
- Both companies could pursue crypto features, creating internal competition for new ideas.
Avoid Impropriety
- Avoid any appearance of impropriety, as it can damage credibility.
- Shareholders might perceive even unintentional conflicts of interest negatively.
Spotify Wrapped’s Genius
- Spotify Wrapped’s success comes from its elegant, shareable format.
- It leverages users' desire to express themselves, creating free viral advertising.