This Week in Startups Stripe to raise $6B, $SIVB drops 60%, generative AI funding | E1695
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Mar 10, 2023 Eric Newcomer, an independent journalist formerly with Bloomberg and The Information, dives into the key tech happenings. He reveals Stripe's ambitious $6B fundraising amid challenges. The conversation explores Silicon Valley Bank's shocking 60% drop and its implications for startups. They dissect the burgeoning generative AI funding landscape and its impact on workforce dynamics, reflecting on layoffs and evolving company cultures in the tech sector. Newcomer also addresses the challenges of independent journalism and funding in today's digital media environment.
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Independent Journalism as a Business
- Independent journalism can be a sustainable and profitable career path.
- Eric Newcomer's Substack business model includes subscriptions, sponsorships, and events.
Newcomer's Substack Content
- Eric Newcomer publishes a weekly podcast, weekly articles, and monthly data posts on his Substack.
- He charges $199 per year or $19 per month, with a discount available for $150 per year.
Shifting to a Founder Mindset
- Running your own business changes your perspective on leadership and productivity.
- Focus on optimizing your time and output becomes crucial.