Founder Weekly (Issue 646 July 24 2024)

Founder Weekly - Issue 646

July 24, 2024

Founder Weekly

Welcome to issue 646 of Founder Weekly. Let's get straight to the links this week.

General

The article advises AI startups to focus on using their technology to create end-user applications rather than merely selling the tools (picks and shovels) to others. By directly applying AI innovations, startups can better demonstrate their value and impact, leading to greater success and adoption.

The long awaited follow-up to their original tarpit ideas video, Dalton and Michael dispel some misconceptions about what a tarpit idea actually is and how it applies to current technology trends like artificial intelligence. Don't get stuck!

And why I went from non-believer to fan.

Predicting Innovation in Education, from Personalized Learning to the Downfall of College.

Which technology trends matter most for companies in 2024? New analysis by the McKinsey Technology Council highlights the adoption, development, and industry effects of advanced technologies.

Marketing, Sales and PR

How we grew Wiz's company page (5 tactics that actually work).

Austin Hay (Reforge, Ramp, Clarify) on how to build a tech stack that lasts.

Money and Finance

If you think splitting startup equity is as simple as a 50/50 handshake, think again - the data tells a different story.

Understand venture capital in 3-min.

On the progression of building Applied Research Organizations and how venture capital may be changing science and research development forever.

Justified VC enthusiasm around AI-enabled services has turned into questionable capital allocation.

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