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TWiST News: M.G. Siegler Explains the Current Venture Crisis and Google’s Antitrust Woes | E2023

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Oct 9, 2024
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M.G. Siegler
M.G. Siegler, a venture capitalist and former journalist, shares his insights into the current venture capital crisis. He highlights challenges around early-stage returns and the struggle with high valuations in the market. The conversation also touches on Google's ongoing antitrust issues and the potential implications for M&A regulation. Siegler discusses the unique perspective journalists bring to investment decisions and the need for transparency in startups, making for a riveting analysis of the tech landscape.
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VC Return Targets

  • Early-stage venture capital seeks high returns (10x or more), while later stages target lower returns.
  • High valuations make achieving these high returns more challenging, even in promising sectors like AI.
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Exit Optimism vs. Reality

  • Optimism exists for future exits and increased liquidity, contrasting with current market conditions.
  • However, high valuations, limited M&A activity, and regulatory hurdles create challenges.
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Rise of Acqui-hires

  • The lack of traditional M&A activity has led to "acquisitions," where big tech companies buy startup teams.
  • This workaround is driven by the current regulatory environment, which hinders traditional acquisitions.
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