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One thing that's pretty cool about building your own startup is getting to talk to very interesting, high-performance people
The easiest way to do a startup is just to clone another idea and out-execute it.
2nd is to solve an expensive and time consuming problem at work and scale that up for others
The 3rd easiest is to pay for a vetted idea.
The 4th is to already think in distribution vs idea and to cycle through solid ideas fast to see what takes off.
5th is to solve your own problem and see if anyone will pay for it to be solved for them
Least effective is building something for a year or 2 and hoping it works.
Charge money up front. If no one wants to pay for it but acknowledges the problem then it’s not a painful enough problem.
Ideas are absolutely worthless. Everyone has them. At least 1000 people had your idea. There’s probably a reason it’s not a thing.
2nd is to solve an expensive and time consuming problem at work and scale that up for others
The 3rd easiest is to pay for a vetted idea.
The 4th is to already think in distribution vs idea and to cycle through solid ideas fast to see what takes off.
5th is to solve your own problem and see if anyone will pay for it to be solved for them
Least effective is building something for a year or 2 and hoping it works.
Charge money up front. If no one wants to pay for it but acknowledges the problem then it’s not a painful enough problem.
Ideas are absolutely worthless. Everyone has them. At least 1000 people had your idea. There’s probably a reason it’s not a thing.
the era of tiny teams/startups is gonna be so exciting
abundance is right in front of us with available AI and other tools -- human agency is the only constraint now
abundance is right in front of us with available AI and other tools -- human agency is the only constraint now
I’m looking for a backend dev who’s down to build lean, ship fast, and scale smart. DMs open.
As the Meta anti-trust case unfolds, it’s pretty interesting to see how the hacker News crowd reacted to their purchase of Instagram in 2012. https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=3817840
Recently partnered with a start up and exciting to bring this product to market and help them scale.
Exciting next few weeks coming!
Exciting next few weeks coming!
Building in public. A very different type of social network more focused in ending loneliness and creating meaningful human connections. Come tell me what you think…or just roast my mock-up! https://BONDR.app
If you don't ask, the answer is always no.
we built trivixpay.web.app an amazing tools to manage our finances for my startup @triviabase and now we are releasing it to the public. To help other web3 founders manage their finances
I don’t actually believe this. I think this is YC propaganda. https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/06/a-quarter-of-startups-in-ycs-current-cohort-have-codebases-that-are-almost-entirely-ai-generated/
In 2025, crypto startups are poised to navigate a landscape rich with both opportunities and challenges. The global economy is anticipated to experience a relative recovery; however, geopolitical tensions and shifts in international policies may influence financial markets, including the cryptocurrency sector. Advancements in technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain are expected to drive innovation in crypto-related products and services. Nonetheless, evolving international and national regulations could present hurdles for crypto startups. Overall, 2025 is projected to be a dynamic period for the crypto industry, with success hinging on adaptability to rapid market changes and regulatory environments.
In the best tech startups I’ve worked at or supported, the people who credibly define a problem, propose bold solutions, and then build a track record of being right (on both counts) rise to the top. If you’re just starting your career in startups being solution-oriented is really great and valuable but not if people don’t think you have a good grasp on the problem.
we need more weird experiments in startups — remix everything: rethink, recycle, rebuild, relaunch
🔻 The Three startups from YC’s Fall batch that enterprises should pay attention to
Y Combinator recently held a Demo Day for its inaugural Fall cohort, featuring 95 startups, with a remarkable 87% focused on AI technologies.
1. HumanLayer: This API enables AI agents to seek human assistance when necessary, striking a balance between productivity and oversight. It ensures human input only when needed, preventing AI agents from deviating from their intended tasks.
2. Raycaster: A research agent for enterprise sales, Raycaster differentiates itself by providing in-depth insights on potential sales targets, such as specific lab equipment used or recent discussions by their CTO, allowing for more tailored and effective pitches.
3. Galini: This startup offers compliance guardrails for AI applications, helping enterprises set up controls based on internal policies and regulations. This empowers companies to manage their AI systems while assessing the effectiveness of these safeguards.
Y Combinator recently held a Demo Day for its inaugural Fall cohort, featuring 95 startups, with a remarkable 87% focused on AI technologies.
1. HumanLayer: This API enables AI agents to seek human assistance when necessary, striking a balance between productivity and oversight. It ensures human input only when needed, preventing AI agents from deviating from their intended tasks.
2. Raycaster: A research agent for enterprise sales, Raycaster differentiates itself by providing in-depth insights on potential sales targets, such as specific lab equipment used or recent discussions by their CTO, allowing for more tailored and effective pitches.
3. Galini: This startup offers compliance guardrails for AI applications, helping enterprises set up controls based on internal policies and regulations. This empowers companies to manage their AI systems while assessing the effectiveness of these safeguards.
🚨 KPay, a financial management platform for SMEs, raises $55M Series A
Kpay is a platform that helps SMEs manage their finances more effectively, including features like invoicing, payments, and cash flow management. The funding will be used to expand Kpay's services and reach, as the company aims to become a comprehensive financial management solution for SMEs.
There is growing demand for such platforms as SMEs seek to streamline their financial operations and gain better visibility into their financial health. The investment from APIS Partners, a leading fintech-focused venture capital firm, is seen as a validation of Kpay's potential to address the financial challenges faced by SMEs.
Kpay is a platform that helps SMEs manage their finances more effectively, including features like invoicing, payments, and cash flow management. The funding will be used to expand Kpay's services and reach, as the company aims to become a comprehensive financial management solution for SMEs.
There is growing demand for such platforms as SMEs seek to streamline their financial operations and gain better visibility into their financial health. The investment from APIS Partners, a leading fintech-focused venture capital firm, is seen as a validation of Kpay's potential to address the financial challenges faced by SMEs.
Apple Pay, PayPal, and the Gang – time to play by the bank's rules
The CFPB is stepping in. So popular payment apps like Apple Pay, Cash App, and PayPal will soon face new bank-like rules to protect against fraud and ensure better data privacy. But don’t expect the crypto world to feel the same heat anytime soon.
🏃♀️ Ready for your payment app to act like a bank, or is that a bridge too far? Anyway we're wondering what this will even look like for users.
The CFPB is stepping in. So popular payment apps like Apple Pay, Cash App, and PayPal will soon face new bank-like rules to protect against fraud and ensure better data privacy. But don’t expect the crypto world to feel the same heat anytime soon.
🏃♀️ Ready for your payment app to act like a bank, or is that a bridge too far? Anyway we're wondering what this will even look like for users.
I’ve seen my brother struggle firsthand with auditing services for his NFT exchange startup. Wanted to share his project, which aims to create a more equitable Web3 environment, offering opportunities for small-budget devs to make an impact in the space.
Here’s more about the project: 🔗 Virtuals Link (app.virtuals.io/virtuals/9776) 🔗 Blake’s GitHub (github.com/blakehatch)
🔗 Blake’s X: @BlakeWHatch
👉 CertaiK Channel on Warpcast (warpcast.com/~/channel/ce...)
Disclaimer:
I’m not a dev—just your average anti-establishment 23-year-old trying to help his older brother with something he’s passionate about.
Probably not doing it full justice, but if you want to learn more,
feel free to reach out to Blake on any of the platforms linked. He’d love to connect and answer your questions!
Here’s more about the project: 🔗 Virtuals Link (app.virtuals.io/virtuals/9776) 🔗 Blake’s GitHub (github.com/blakehatch)
🔗 Blake’s X: @BlakeWHatch
👉 CertaiK Channel on Warpcast (warpcast.com/~/channel/ce...)
Disclaimer:
I’m not a dev—just your average anti-establishment 23-year-old trying to help his older brother with something he’s passionate about.
Probably not doing it full justice, but if you want to learn more,
feel free to reach out to Blake on any of the platforms linked. He’d love to connect and answer your questions!
📌 Top Startup Acquirers from 2000-2024
Visual Capitalist's infographic, based on Crunchbase data, highlights the companies most actively acquiring startups from 2000 to mid-2024. The list features 15 companies that acquired over 30 startups each in under 3.5 years, with tech giants like Alphabet, Microsoft, and Cisco leading. Only four of the top acquirers are outside the U.S., while others, including Accenture and Roche, diversify beyond tech.
Visual Capitalist's infographic, based on Crunchbase data, highlights the companies most actively acquiring startups from 2000 to mid-2024. The list features 15 companies that acquired over 30 startups each in under 3.5 years, with tech giants like Alphabet, Microsoft, and Cisco leading. Only four of the top acquirers are outside the U.S., while others, including Accenture and Roche, diversify beyond tech.
Looking for some cool and funky names for my Streetwear Clothing brand.
Cast your suggestions
Cast your suggestions
Base is reshaping the L2 landscape—from 0 to commanding 28%+ of startup activity across Ethereum L2s in just 12 months!
A seismic shift in builder momentum. 🚀
Interesting report btw: https://alliance.xyz/essays/crypto-startup-trends-24
A seismic shift in builder momentum. 🚀
Interesting report btw: https://alliance.xyz/essays/crypto-startup-trends-24
The startup operation playbook is constantly evolving. You’re never going to keep up on your own.
There is no replacement for a strong network that you can rely on to give you guidance when you have new questions or challenges.
There is no replacement for a strong network that you can rely on to give you guidance when you have new questions or challenges.
The ability to be reactive and move quickly is one of our biggest advantages as a startup.
been a while, here's 5 startups you might not heard of, that is living in my head rent free
1. David Protein
2. DaylightComputer
3. KimlyParc
4. Mindy
5. SocialAI
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1. David Protein
2. DaylightComputer
3. KimlyParc
4. Mindy
5. SocialAI
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And let me say this.
Having balls is not gender specific. Woman can have balls. Anyone can. It’s a way of living. If you’re tackling a cool project, or dunking a basketball, you got balls.
Girl boss? Definitely has balls. Civil Rights Activist =. BALLS.
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
Having balls is not gender specific. Woman can have balls. Anyone can. It’s a way of living. If you’re tackling a cool project, or dunking a basketball, you got balls.
Girl boss? Definitely has balls. Civil Rights Activist =. BALLS.
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
Soon, we will be looking for collaborators and even new team members. We have no intention of taking VC or other investor money.
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
From the website (by @jeanayala)
$BALLS is for the risk-takers, the innovators, the fearless in the crypto space. It’s for those who dare to dream bigger, to break the mold, and to leave an impact.
$BALLS is an experiment in decentralized finance, shaped by the community. It’s yours, mine, everyone’s. You can shape it, evolve it, challenge it. It’s an open stage for bold ideas and relentless creativity.
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
$BALLS is for the risk-takers, the innovators, the fearless in the crypto space. It’s for those who dare to dream bigger, to break the mold, and to leave an impact.
$BALLS is an experiment in decentralized finance, shaped by the community. It’s yours, mine, everyone’s. You can shape it, evolve it, challenge it. It’s an open stage for bold ideas and relentless creativity.
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
This is a joint effort from @jeanayala and myself (@exoteric). Admittedly, Jean did most of the heavy lifting, you know, code and all that. Now that, The project is live on testnet you can expect to see my writing about the project a lot. We do run things by one another, to avoid any confusion. I’m posting this because we believe in transparency and community involvement.
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
https://orb.club/c/yougotballsnet
Half of BizOps (all of it??) is managing a massive to-do list & not letting it crush your spirit lol
Trying to improve on creating realistic action plans for the day. Not easy 🙂
Trying to improve on creating realistic action plans for the day. Not easy 🙂
Is there an "airbnb for printers"?
This is amazing! Me and marcus made a similar MVP back in 2022 for a Chainlink hackathon and talked to some energy companies about it but noone was interested back then. Glad people are catching up now 🤩
https://github.com/johannafransn/ElectricKeeper
https://github.com/johannafransn/ElectricKeeper
Early Source: A New Business Model for Public Domain Software
https://breckyunits.com/earlySource.html
https://breckyunits.com/earlySource.html
best startups do more with less
Any new startups cracked the algorithm for Warpcast? FInding it exceptionally harder to gain traction on this platform vs X or Reddit.
Any tips would be helpful
Any tips would be helpful
Worried I might be getting startup brain. Got a craving for a burger king and a couple of minutes later I find myself looking up the cost of a franchize and considering locations in my area
I once worked for a founder who said "We're a startup, everyone should be working 14 hours a day."
The founder did not work anywhere close to 14 hours a day.
Employees didn't stick around and the startup didn't do well.
Lesson in there.
The founder did not work anywhere close to 14 hours a day.
Employees didn't stick around and the startup didn't do well.
Lesson in there.
Startups that rely on API connections to an underlying service like Twitter or Facebook have historically been rugged. It seems like history is repeating itself w/ people building atop “Open”AI.
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kompreni 🚂
@kompreni·21:50 14/06/2024
If you're seriously working on a project and looking to fund it, DM me
Do you know incubators for AI-Web3 startups? I have MVP but I don’t know how to push it further. 📈
startups = growth 🧠
if you're not growing, you're dying
if you're not growing, you're dying
Startups are tough. Sixteen years ago, Airbnb launched, and today, it’s worth $91 billion. But back in 2008, they faced rejection from investors. The lesson? Founders must be resilient. They need to weather storms, adapt, and keep pushing forward, even when the odds seem stacked against them. 💪
Woke up at 5:30AM this morning (not on purpose)
Went for a run (reluctantly)
Took a cold shower (no I didn't)
Drank coffee with butter (just kidding, I have high cholesterol)
Read Nietzsche (who is that)
Checked email and messages (nope, ignored them)
GRINDING
Went for a run (reluctantly)
Took a cold shower (no I didn't)
Drank coffee with butter (just kidding, I have high cholesterol)
Read Nietzsche (who is that)
Checked email and messages (nope, ignored them)
GRINDING
"Success is not delivering a feature; success is learning how to solve the customer's problem." - Eric Ries
You see this notification on your phone. What do you do?
a) Respond
b) Ignore
c) Puke
d) Puke and ignore
a) Respond
b) Ignore
c) Puke
d) Puke and ignore
Nothing in startups is linear.
Not growth, not fundraising, nothing.
Sometimes it feels like you're stuck, sometimes it feels like you're flying.
Don't get too down. Celebrate the wins but don't get too high.
Most importantly
Keep going
Not growth, not fundraising, nothing.
Sometimes it feels like you're stuck, sometimes it feels like you're flying.
Don't get too down. Celebrate the wins but don't get too high.
Most importantly
Keep going
What would you change about your startup and why can't you change it?
