TechCrunch Startup News This AI-powered startup studio plans to launch 100,000 companies a year — really
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Jun 30, 2025 
Henrik Werdelin, founder of Audos and Prehype, has a rich history of helping entrepreneurs scale their brands. He unveils his ambitious plan to launch 100,000 startups a year using AI. Their discussion dives into how AI can simplify the business launch process and democratize entrepreneurship, breaking barriers for aspiring founders. Werdelin emphasizes adapting to the evolving job market and a unique revenue-sharing model to empower everyday individuals in their entrepreneurial pursuits.
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AI Scaling Startups Rapidly
- Henrik Werdelin aims to scale startup building from tens to hundreds of thousands annually using AI.
- AI lowers barriers for non-technical entrepreneurs to create million-dollar companies with targeted customer reach.
Entrepreneurs Launched Via AI Agents
- Autos helped launch hundreds of businesses like a car mechanic app and AI nutritionists via Instagram ads.
- Entrepreneurs use AI agents to validate ideas and quickly test customer acquisition costs through social platforms.
Revenue Share, Not Equity Model
- Autos takes no equity but charges a 15% revenue share indefinitely, unlike traditional accelerators.
- This model suits mom-and-pop type ventures rather than chasing billion-dollar exits.