

Equity
TechCrunch, Rebecca Bellan, Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha, Max Zeff, Theresa Loconsolo
The intersection of technology, startups, and venture capital touches everything now. That’s why Equity, TechCrunch's flagship podcast, digs into the business of startups for entrepreneurs and enthusiasts alike. Every Wednesday and Friday, TechCrunch reporters keep you up-to-date on the world of business, technology, and venture capital. Equity is ranked the No.2 podcast in the Top 100 Venture Capital All time leaderboard on Goodpods—As well as No.17 for the Top 100 Finance All time chart and No.32 for the Top 100 Business News All time chart.
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Feb 4, 2021 • 30min
A lake house architect, a Miami VC, and homeowner walk into a wine bar
This week’s discussion dives into Robinhood’s remarkable $3.4 billion raise and its solid growth despite past trading troubles. UiPath makes waves with a $750 million funding at a whopping $35 billion valuation, while Databricks sizzles after raising $1 billion. The buzz around Bumble's public debut offers insights into the dating market. Plus, Uber's $1.1 billion acquisition of Drizly signals big changes in alcohol delivery. Tune in for a peek into innovative real estate solutions and Miami's blossoming startup scene.

Feb 1, 2021 • 8min
Equity Monday: Rich tech folks chat rich tech things on rich tech app funded by rich tech investors
In a whirlwind of tech talk, American stocks are set to rise while meme stocks face challenges. Major developments in India signal a crackdown on cryptocurrency and internet freedoms. Robinhood's CEO, grilled by Elon Musk, reveals dramatic changes in deposit demands amid trading restrictions. Meanwhile, Facebook grapples with enhancing its platform amidst increasing scrutiny. Exciting funding rounds for startups show the thriving investment landscape, while insights into pre-IPO funding and earnings forecasts hint at a transformative week ahead.

Jan 28, 2021 • 30min
Why calendar invites are worth $3B
Dive into the success story of Calendly, a scheduling tool that soared to a $3 billion valuation. Discover the latest in IPOs with Qualtrics and the evolving landscape of venture capital. Hear about Rhino's unique insurtech model, challenging traditional security deposits, while Fast raises $102 million to revolutionize online checkouts. The podcast also tackles the booming food delivery sector, including tech-driven innovations and sustainability issues, alongside an interesting look at ClassDojo's shift to a monetization strategy.


