The term “unicorn” refers to companies with billion-dollar valuations that are often young, disruptive, and potentially world-changing. Just a few years ago, unicorns were plentiful and represented an ideal scenario for a young tech startup. More recently, however, the unicorn isn’t so common anymore as the market has been cooling off on big valuations; venture… Continue reading As unicorns grow rarer, maybe it’s time to look towards revenue, not valuations
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Have startup valuations fallen enough to feel sane again?
In recent years, the startup funding market has gone through multiple changes as venture capital firms shift their focus away from astronomical valuations. These days, questions among investors, startups, and industry watchers have shifted from “how high can startup valuations go?” to “have startup valuations fallen enough to feel sane again?” The main drivers of… Continue reading Have startup valuations fallen enough to feel sane again?
We’re still talking about Y Combinator valuations
Over the years, Y Combinator has become one of the most sought-after accelerators for technology startups. Founded in 2005, Y Combinator has invested in thousands of tech businesses, including some of the world’s most successful companies like Airbnb, Dropbox, and Coinbase. When a startup is accepted into the Y Combinator cohort, a valuation is determined… Continue reading We’re still talking about Y Combinator valuations