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We've entered an era of Fintech Maximalism according to Mark Goldberg

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Apr 16, 2025
In this episode, Mark Goldberg, founder of the early-stage venture firm Chemistry, shares insights from his career at Index Ventures where he backed fintech giants like Plaid. He discusses the shift in fintech towards more tech-driven models and the challenges of consumer vulnerability. Goldberg delves into AI's dual role in enhancing operations and tackling fraud, while also highlighting the slow pace of fintech IPOs. With a fresh perspective on investment strategies compared to chess and surfing, he emphasizes the need for agility in this evolving landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Mark's Boutique Fund Origin

  • Mark Goldberg started Chemistry with friends to create a small, boutique venture fund.
  • They leverage decades of combined experience to focus deeply on early-stage founders.
INSIGHT

Venture's Institutionalization Challenge

  • Venture capital institutionalization favors large funds with broad portfolios.
  • Chemistry counters this trend by focusing on a smaller, alignment-driven approach with founders.
INSIGHT

Fintech Rebranding to Tech-Fin

  • Fintech is evolving into tech-fin, where AI companies serve financial markets.
  • Startups increasingly define themselves by AI tech targeting finance, not traditional fintech verticals.
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