Techmeme Ride Home (Bonus) World Cup Of Entrepreneurs Part 1
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May 15, 2025 
Ben Gilbert, co-founder of Pioneer Square Labs and co-host of the Acquired podcast, joins angel investor David Rosenthal for an engaging discussion on the World Cup of Entrepreneurs. They compare major figures like Evan Spiegel and Jeff Bezos, delving into the impact of social media on business. The duo reflects on Jack Dorsey’s surprising win over Mark Zuckerberg in a poll, pondering what defines true entrepreneurship. They also explore the challenging landscape of Chinese startups, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit and strategic shifts shaping today's tech industry.
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Evan Spiegel's Communication Shift
- Evan Spiegel innovated by making the camera a default communication tool, not just ephemeral messaging itself.
- His vision shifted social media towards visual, casual, and generational communication methods.
Evan's Diamond Hands
- Evan Spiegel showed strong entrepreneurial conviction by rejecting billions from Zuckerberg and continuing to grow Snap.
- His resilience allowed Snap to survive Instagram's Stories copycat and become a $100 billion company.
Jack Ma’s Entrepreneurial Impact
- Jack Ma successfully adapted Silicon Valley startup methods for China, especially in B2B e-commerce.
- His leadership introduced a relentless 996 work culture, fueling rapid growth in Chinese startups.