Tag: Finance
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“They’re profitable. Why are they raising money?” Here’s why you should consider raising venture capital even if you’re profitable… Strike While the Iron Is Hot Right now markets are about as hot as they get. It’s the perfect time to raise. You may not need money now. Maybe you’ll need…
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Neo’s new robot can vacuum, do your dishes, and take out the trash. But will it also take your job? Yesterday, 1X launched the Neo. This android is powered by a mix of AI and teleoperation. You can order one now on their website for $500 a month. 1X plans…
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Can DeepSeek beat the best American models? When I tested DeepSeek in June, the outputs were garbage. This morning, I gave it a re-test… Like in June, I asked DeepSeek three real questions I need the answer to. Last time, it scored a B-. Let’s see if DeepSeek’s recent updates…
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Whenever I see a problem, the solution is a startup. Here are 3 problems I’m itching to solve… 1. Simple Drones for World Domination. Chinese manufacturer DJI controls 80% of the consumer drone market. These drones can be modified for military use. In a conflict with China, they’d swarm us…
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Note: This is not investment advice. Gold is up 52% this year, even after a recent dip. This rally is based on speculation, not real concerns about US government finances. Investors Still Love Treasuries Some journalists claim that the US government’s finances have spooked investors. If that’s true, why aren’t…
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Have you struck out with cold messages to VC’s? Here’s how to use your existing investors to get dozens of warm intros… Start With Your Existing Investors The easiest way to meet new investors is through your existing ones. They believe in you. They want to see you raise more…
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“Ugh, I still have to send that investor update.” Ever had this thought after a 90 hour week? Here’s why updating your investors helps you win… How to Write an Update First, you need to know how to write a good update. Don’t write a novel. Just cover these points:…
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$1.4 million in revenue at YC Demo Day. Even in 2015, Eight Sleep was a winner. This morning, I watched their original pitch. What Matteo Gets Right Founder Matteo Franceschetti gives a brief, focused pitch. He clearly explains what the company does and shows us strong traction. Luna, as Eight…
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Today’s market is sleazy. Sharp elbows are out. Grifting is in. Everyone sees a huge prize, and they’ll do anything to get it. Inside Today’s Overheated Market Late 2025 feels a lot like 2021. It’s not just the high prices. It’s people trying to screw each other. It’s bending and…
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Are my angel investments beating the market? Today, I crunched the numbers to find out. TL;DR: I’m at a 25% IRR. This beats stocks by a large margin. Let’s back up a little. What does this number mean, and how did I calculate it? What Is IRR? To know if…
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Tremendous 