A successful founder keeps their fingers on the pulse of the details. Andrew Masanto took his crypto currency unicorn, Hedera to a $6B valuation in between 6 and 12 months. What was his unfair advantage? He had his fingers on the pulse. Andrew saw the excitement building early on around distributed consensus computing but when he was ready to start his company, he found that others did not share his beliefs. He was turned away by all of the Venture Capitalists and decided instead to do it himself. His confidence came from intimately understanding the market and its users. “I was in the communities, I was executing, I was on the ground level, I was a user and I knew the audience.” He explains. He was talking to the people that would become his customers. He knew what they wanted and he knew how they thought. His bet paid off quickly and within 6-12 months Hedera Hashgragh was raising money at a $6B valuation. Follow for more founder’s stories from the “5 Minute Founders” podcast by Jump 450.
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🎙️ Fluctuating crypto markets give you chills? Become Crypto Winter Proof with Raphael Fettaya, CEO of Nilos! 🚀 🌟 In our latest #CryptoLegends short, Raphael shares his strategies for making Nilos thrive during crypto winters. Discover how meticulous budgeting and precise revenue forecasting are key to their success when profitability lags behind in difficult markets. 🔍 Key takeaways: Thriving in crypto winters Weekly budget updates Knowing your financial runway 👇 Tune in for a sneak peek into the resilient world of Nilos. Perfect for crypto enthusiasts and startup gurus! 👉Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ef9T_xE4
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Brett Gibson joined investor Tanner Gesek on the WAGMI Ventures podcast to share his journey from founder to investor, our crypto investment thesis, and predictions for 2024. Key Takeaways: - Founders entering the crypto space shouldn't get caught up in bull cycles; be able to outlast the bear cycles. - While the current cycle is similar to those Brett has seen in the past, he urges more caution this time around due to what’s happening in the world from an interest rate and geopolitical standpoint. - In the future, all monetary assets will become digitized. The future of money is some variant of cryptoassets. - The gaming economy is adjacent to the value activity we’re seeing in the trading world. Gaming makes sense as an entry because it is already a domain with robust digital good economies. https://lnkd.in/e5Sm_JxC
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🚨 Scenius Studio (Episode #35) In this episode, I sit down with Larry Sukernik, Co-Founder of Reverie. Larry led Digital Currency Group’s corporate VC before launching Reverie’s consulting and advisory business where he worked with leading crypto projects such as Uniswap, dYdX, and Osmosis. Building off of his experience working with leading protocols and companies, Larry launched a $20mm fund 1 to invest in founders at the earliest stages. In this episode we discuss: ➔ Taking the industry’s temperature after Bitcoin Spot ETF launch ➔ Learning the pain points of crypto operators via Reverie’s advisory business ➔ Constructing Reverie as a brand and the value that brings to start ups ➔ How Reverie differentiates itself among the competitive crypto vc landscape ➔ Thinking through the attributes of a winning team in a specific category when investing ➔ The current state of the early stage venture market amid positive price action in Q4 ➔ Off the cuff start up ideas based on current trends of innovation ➔ Larry’s spiciest takes 🌶️ Links to listen below👇 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eTdZarV2 Apple: https://lnkd.in/eGfPjUxg
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Attention entrepreneurs and founders! 🎙️ We've got an exciting sneak peek of our upcoming episode featuring Jason Fang of Sora Ventures, who's sharing his VC secrets for successful #startup fundraising in the #crypto world. 💰 In this exclusive preview, Jason dives into the delicate dance between timing, narratives, and strategic partnerships when raising capital in both bull and bear markets. 🎯 🔍 Get a glimpse into the importance of adapting your narrative to current market trends, like the hot Bitcoin Layer 1 and Layer 2 projects. 🐻 Discover why bear markets can be an opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their grit and determination. 🤝 Learn about the crucial role of allocating resources for exchange listings and cultivating key relationships in the space. Stay tuned for the full episode release on 25/04/2024, where Jason will dive even deeper into his insights and experiences in the world of crypto fundraising! Let us know your thoughts and what you're most excited to learn from the upcoming episode in the comments below! 💬 HOSTS: Charlie Algar Thomas van den Broek #wt3podcast #web3 #venturecapital
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Launched TODAY - New Episode of The Full Ratchet with Morgan Beller of NFX. 0:00 Introduction & Morgan’s Backstory 4:35 Stable coins and their potential use cases 8:21 Crypto regulation, FTX debacle, and market correction 12:40 Space technology, satellite repair, and competition 19:47 AI companies in San Francisco's Hayes Valley 24:39 Startup valuations, founder skills, and competitive advantages 30:27 Entrepreneurship, culture, and investing Is Cerebral Valley the true mecca for AI or just hype? Will the FTX Meltdown benefit crypto in the long run? What are the pros and cons of taking on Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos? Tune in to find out. Episode 417 of The Full Ratchet.
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Operator turned angel LP @ eu.vc 👼 Backing top tier VCs & doubling down on their breakout companies | WEF Global Shaper 🌍 | LinkedIn Top Venture Capital Voice
Will crypto go as a vertical for VCs? 🤔 Join us to learn more about it from our recent roundtable. 📌 what to pay attention to in this sector 📌 what to expect in the near future 📌 how a true connoisseur natives navigate. We were joined by three crypto-native VCs to discuss crypto’s comeback, recent trends, and where we’re headed. 🎙️ Jan Baeriswyl, GP at very early Ventures 🎙️ Felix Machart, Partner at Greenfield Capital 🎙️ Anirudh P., Partner at Dragonfly Watch the recording on eu.vc #venturecapital #angelinvesting #startupfunding #europe
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Co-Founder Smart Vault 🛡️ | Blockchain & Web3 Explorer 👽 | Crypto Visionary 🌐 | Angel Investor 💡 | DeFi & DEX Devotee 🚀
🔥 Heads Up, Crypto Warriors! This Is Your Wake-Up Call! 🔥 @DeSecBox just dropped the bombshell you NEED to hear. If you think Bitcoin's latest nosedive was bad, brace yourself—things are about to get a whole lot worse. The big players are rigging the system, and they're not just playing the game—they're writing the rules. The Ugly Truth: You're Not Meant to Win The whales are siphoning liquidity from altcoins and pumping it into Ethereum. Your chances of winning are zilch unless you break into the inner circle. The market's a jungle, and you're not even on the food chain. What You Need to Do NOW 1. Ditch the Hype: Forget meme coins and flavor-of-the-month tokens. They're traps. 2. Go Private: Get in on private rounds where the real money's made. 3. Join Forces: Find projects with legit teams and become a part of their core. Push new asset classes into the market. Why DeSecBox Is the Game Changer @DeSecBox offers a new architecture for storing and trading your crypto assets. It's the lifeline you need in this chaos. DeSecBox is designed to solve the very problems that are killing your portfolio—security and liquidity. Here’s what you get: - Top-Tier Security: Protect your assets from the whales’ manipulations. - Enhanced Liquidity: Smart liquidity solutions to keep your investments fluid and profitable. - Solid Profit Mechanisms: Real strategies for generating revenue, not just hype. Take Action NOW! Don't wait for the next crash to wipe you out. Check out the pitch deck here https://bit.ly/3qrez5C and see how you can get on the winning side. This isn't just an opportunity—it's your chance to turn the tables. Your move. Let's see if you've got what it takes. 💪🚀 #Crypto #DeFi #BitcoinCrash #Ethereum #Investment #Liquidity #DeSecBox #PitchDeck #TakeControl
Co-Founder Smart Vault 🛡️ | Blockchain & Web3 Explorer 👽 | Crypto Visionary 🌐 | Angel Investor 💡 | DeFi & DEX Devotee 🚀
Wake Up, People! The #Crypto Game is Rigged! 🔥 Alright, listen up. If you haven't noticed, #Bitcoin's price is tanking. Again. Surprise, surprise. The big boys are at it—manipulating the market, spreading rumors, and lining their pockets at your expense. The whales run this game, and they don't give a damn about you getting even a little richer. What's Next? More Blood in the Water 🩸 It's gonna be a bloodbath, folks. Expect more drops, crashes, and chaos. The hype around meme coins? That bubble's burst. Liquidity in altcoins? Drying up faster than you can say "sell-off." All that liquidity is being funneled straight into #Ethereum. Understand this: the game is rigged, and you're not supposed to win. The Harsh Truth: Odds Are Against You If you're not at the ground floor of a project, your chances of hitting it big are slim to none. But here's what you can do: Get Smart, Get Strategic 🎯 1. Private Rounds: Get in on those private rounds before the hype train leaves the station. 2. Solid Projects: Find legit, solid projects. Ones that have real teams and real goals. 3. Team Up: Collaborate with the project team. Become part of the movement to launch new asset classes into the market. Key Focus Areas: - Liquidity Mechanics: Understand how the project handles liquidity. Look at their profit-generation mechanisms. - Profit Engines: Evaluate the project's revenue streams. - Community & Hype: You can build and manage a community. If you play it right, you can create buzz and drive real, lasting value. The Pitch I'm telling you all this for one reason: check out our pitch deck. Dive in, understand what we're offering, and think about how you can get involved. And as for profits? Yeah, they're looking good. Want to know more? Links in the comments. Let's keep this conversation rolling. Your feedback and discussions are welcome. We're in this together—let's break the mold and create something real. 💪🚀 #DeFi #Investment #Liquidity #PrivateRound #startups #venturecapital #innovation
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🚀 Jamie Burke, the #Web3 visionary, is here to reveal the top trends for the next bull run and the secret to becoming a key player in this revolution! 🌐💰 Join us for an exclusive conversation with the CEO of Outlier Ventures as he shares his insights and journey. Zebu Live - London Web3 Conference Abhishek Singh Flight Story Don't miss out on the future of Web3 and crypto! Know More: https://lnkd.in/d57ZyzPn For more such updates visit VoiceOfCrypto.online 🌐📰 #VoiceOfCrypto #OutlierVenture #Crypto #BullRun #Bitcoin #Blockchain #Sustainability #VOC #CryptoCurrency #Bitcoin
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🚀 USDC's Meteoric Rise: From $400M to $40B in Just 2 Years 🚀 For the latest episode of 'Searching for Mana' (in assoc. with London Stock Exchange) - I met with Jeremy Allaire, Founder & CEO of Circle. Jeremy shared his experiences navigating the incredible journey of USDC's growth and the challenges that come with such rapid expansion. Key highlights from our conversation: 📈 Scaling through Hypergrowth: Jeremy detailed how Circle managed the explosive growth of USDC, increasing 100-fold in just two years. He shared valuable insights on maintaining stability and integrity during periods of exponential expansion. 🌐 Managing Distributed Teams: As Circle scaled rapidly, so did its team - but in a distributed fashion. Jeremy discussed the unique challenges and opportunities this presented, offering lessons for leaders in our increasingly remote-first world. 💥 Leading a Fintech Revolution: We explored the 'positive pressures' of being at the forefront of a financial revolution. Jeremy candidly shared both the challenges and rewards of pioneering new territory in the world of digital finance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in cryptocurrency, fintech innovation, or the challenges of scaling a high-growth startup. Jeremy's insights offer a rare glimpse into the inner workings of one of the most dynamic companies in the crypto space. 🎙️ The full episode is out now. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of fintech's most visionary leaders. #Crypto #Bitcoin #FinTech #Innovation #LeadershipLessons #StartupGrowth What are your thoughts on USDC's growth and the future of stablecoins in the broader financial ecosystem? Share your views in the comments!
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🌟 Introducing Transformative Tuesdays With Our Client Stories 🌟 Today, I'm thrilled to share the inspiring stories of clients who've experienced the transformative impact of genuine connections and empathetic understanding. Navigating Growth with a Human Touch: In the dynamic world of business, where financial strategies intertwine with growth aspirations, the heart of success often lies in the power of human interaction and empathy. I have worked with Amy across her business for a couple of years now. Here's what she had to say 👇 🚀 Building Bridges Beyond Transactions: "Working with Chris wasn't just a transaction; it was a partnership. Chris and the team at Collective Concepts prioritise genuine connections. It's more than numbers; it's about trust and collaboration. Truly a refreshing approach in today's digital age." - Amy Williams - Founder & CEO/ Fem Foundry We would love to hear from you! Book your exploratory call here 👇 https://lnkd.in/erFvdzGH Fem Foundry Amy Williams #financeandaccounting #financetips #clienttestimonial #cryptocurrency #transformativegrowth #startupbusiness #startupadvice #founders #femalefounders #techstartups
