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20VC: Marcelo Claure & Shu Nyatta on Lessons from Investing $7.5BN at Softbank & Why Dumb Money has Gone, Why "LATAM is Under Construction" and the Next 10 Years Will Be the Best & Investing Lessons from Missing Nubank & OpenAI & Investing in FTX

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Jul 31, 2023
Marcelo Claure, Founder and CEO of Claure Group, and Shu Nyatta, Founder of Bicycle Capital, share insights from investing $7.5 billion at SoftBank. They discuss the potential of Latin America as a thriving market, emphasizing the shift to a builder-focused investment strategy. The duo reflects on lessons learned from missed opportunities, like Nubank and OpenAI, and stresses the importance of trust in founder-investor relationships. They also explore the future of venture capital, advocating for informed investments and adaptability amid the evolving landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Bicycle Beginning

  • Marcelo Claure and Shu Nyatta's first meeting was unique.
  • Their wives gave birth on the same day, and it was also Claure's child's birthday.
INSIGHT

Partner Strengths

  • Claure's strength is generating momentum in any project.
  • Nyatta's strength lies in his diverse knowledge and investment skills.
ADVICE

Founders Need Help

  • Every founder needs something, even the best ones.
  • Offer founders advice based on your experiences, and be blunt with them.
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