This report from CBInsights focuses on the funding trends in the AI sector. In 2023, AI startups raised $42.5B across 2,500 equity rounds. Generative AI dominated in 2023, attracting 48% of all AI funding. For this week’s posts, click on the paragraph links.
Tech Posts
Cloud Stocks: Analysis of ServiceNow’s UltimateSuite Acquisition
Cloud Stocks: Analysis of Microsoft’s AI Platform Strategy
Entrepreneur Journeys
Building a Capital Efficient Second Venture: LiftLab CEO John Wallace
Best of Bootstrapping
Bootstrapped to a Public Unicorn using Services
Bootstrapped Using Services to a VC-funded SaaS Marketplace
Roundtable Recap
February 1 – Premature Funding Plans Never Materialize
Upcoming 1Mby1M Roundtables
As part of the 1M/1M initiative, Sramana Mitra offers free online strategy roundtables for entrepreneurs looking to discuss positioning, financing, and other aspects of a startup venture. Only the first five who register to Pitch will be able to present their business ideas. These roundtables are public forums and recordings of all sessions are available here. Entrepreneurs who pitch at the roundtables will receive media exposure through the 1M/1M roundtable recap column which is posted on Sramana’s blog and elsewhere. All attendees are able to join in on the conversations via a live chat.
February 8 – Register Here.
February 15 – Register Here.
February 22 – Register Here.
February 29 – Register Here.
Those who register to pitch will receive instructions on the preparation required, including a roundtable slides pitch template. We also recommend using the 1Mby1M Self Assessment Tool to help prepare to pitch. If you are interested in being introduced to investors, please read the Investor Introductions page.
