My First Million

#149 - The Craziness of r/WallStreetBets, an $100k Bet, and Startup Ideas with Mercury Banks Founder

Jan 29, 2021

Immad Akhund, founder of Mercury and a savvy angel investor, dives into exciting discussions about the chaotic world of r/WallStreetBets and his memorable $100k bet. He shares innovative startup ideas targeting the creator economy and the need for better CRM tools. The conversation also covers the challenges in fintech and how Mercury is revolutionizing banking for startups. Tune in for insights into social media's influence on investment strategies and the future of platforms like Substack.

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Intro

2min

Navigating User Privacy and Data Access in Tech Startups

3min

Navigating Investment and Social Media Struggles

13min

Exploring Innovative Approaches to Customer Relationship Management

2min

Innovative Ideas for Underserved Markets

20min

Building a Startup Bank: Challenges and Innovations in Fintech

5min

Revolutionizing Fintech and Space Ventures

8min

Revolutionizing Business Banking with Mercury

3min

Shaan Puri (@ShaanVP), Sam Parr (@theSamParr), and Immad Akhund (@immad) discuss: - How Shaan 3x his Twitter following in 2 months - The wild r/WallStreetBets trades and Shaan's $100k bet - Immad brings his ideas: a new CRM, startups catering to the creator economy, and "Clubhouse for business" - The future of Substack and it's competitors - The big potential of white labeling lending platforms Today's episode is brought to you by FOCUSAID. It’s the #1 and first nootropic drink in America that’s sold over 100m cans. For 30% off your first order, go to DrinkFocusAid.com. Check it out! Have you joined our private FB group yet? It's a page where people share each others million dollar ideas or what they're already working on: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourfirstmillion. Editing thanks to Jonathan Gallegos (@jjonthan)

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