The AI Co-Founder: How LLMs Can Take Over Repetitive Founder Tasks
The Real Cost of “Doing Everything Yourself” If you’re an early-stage founder, you’ve likely worn every hat from CEO to support rep to part-time janitor. But the real drain isn’t the hours, it’s the constant context switching. LLMs aren’t here to replace your vision or grit, but they can offload the repetitive grind. Used right, […]
AI in Venture Capital: Smarter, Faster, Still Human
The Illusion of Insight AI is everywhere in venture now. It’s parsing decks, auto-sourcing deals, benchmarking portfolios, and helping analysts look smarter than they are. On paper, it’s a dream: more deals, faster decisions, cleaner data. But there’s a risk that gets glossed over. AI makes it easy to confuse motion with progress. Venture capital […]
AI in Private Equity: When Activity Becomes a Distraction from Value
If you’re measuring AI by how often it’s used—not by what it delivers—you’re already off-track. Private equity firms are investing millions in AI. Portfolio companies are piloting tools, rolling out dashboards, and automating reports. Everyone’s “doing AI.” This isn’t a tech stack issue. It’s a measurement issue. And it’s already showing up in how deals […]
Fundraising in 2025: What Founders Must Learn from 2024’s VC Crash
Let’s not sugarcoat it—2024 was brutal for startups raising capital. But it wasn’t a collapse. It was a recalibration. The fundraising world hit pause. The game changed. And those of us paying attention saw a deeper shift: investors didn’t lose faith—they just got serious. Over $300 billion vanished, and VC fundraising dropped by a staggering […]
The Death of the 18-Month Series A: Why 1,000 Days Is Your New Reality
The venture capital landscape just rewrote the rules—and 80% of founders are still playing by the old playbook. Three months ago, I sat across from Alex, a tech founder who’d just closed his Series A. His eyes lit up as he talked about his 18-month plan to Series B. I didn’t have the heart to […]
Founders: Do Seed VCs Love or Loathe Your Sector?
In the fast-paced and often unpredictable world of startups, passion, grit, and innovation are essential ingredients for building something remarkable. But when it comes to securing venture capital (VC) funding, there’s another equally crucial factor many founders overlook: understanding investor sentiment and aligning with VC interests in your sector. Why Sector Alignment is Crucial for […]
Why Every Startup Needs a Scalable SaaS Platform
Launching a startup in today’s digital landscape is easier than ever. With open-source tools, no-code solutions, and global access to talent, anyone can turn an idea into a product. But turning that product into a scalable business? That’s where most founders hit a wall. Scaling is no longer just about hiring more people; it’s about […]
MVP vs Full Product: What Every Startup Needs to Know Before Building
When launching a startup, one of the most important decisions you’ll face early on is whether to build an MVP vs Full Product. This decision can shape your company’s trajectory, affecting your time to market, funding needs, customer feedback loops, and scalability. Understanding the difference and knowing when to choose each can be the difference […]
How Universities Can Attract Corporate Partners Through Startup Innovation
Universities today are more than just centres of education; they are becoming significant contributors to innovation, entrepreneurship, and real-world problem solving. One effective way universities can build stronger ties with the industry is by supporting startup innovation. These startup efforts extend the impact of academic research and attract corporate partners looking for fresh ideas, technical […]
The Impact of Tariffs on Startups in 2025: A Growing Challenge for Innovation
In 2025, tariffs are hitting startups harder than ever. With growing trade tensions across regions, early-stage companies, especially those in tech, manufacturing, and green energy, are being pushed into a corner. For startups already operating on thin margins and limited funding, increased tariffs mean higher costs, tighter cash flow, and harder decisions. While tariffs aim […]
