Peter Walker is the Head of Insights at Carta. Peter is a self-professed data geek who publishes some of the most interesting insights and research on venture and startups today. We talked about which pockets of the venture market are going strong, why San Francisco is still the leader in venture, and why speed matters in venture capital.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Startup Investing
01:12 Insights from Carta: Data and Trends in Venture Capital
06:40 Current State of Venture Capital: A Data Perspective
12:44 The Evolution of Funding Instruments: Safes Explained
20:58 The Future of Startup Ecosystems: Beyond Silicon Valley
28:11 The Cost of Building Startups: Myths and Realities
Takeaways
Peter Walker is a data geek (or nerd, if you prefer) with insights on venture capital.
Fund performance and construction are critical areas of focus.
The venture ecosystem is stabilizing after a tumultuous period.
Speed in fundraising is essential for startup success.
Safes have become the preferred funding instrument for early-stage startups.
Silicon Valley remains a dominant force in venture capital.
Emerging startup ecosystems are gaining traction but face challenges.
The cost of building startups is not decreasing as expected.
Founders need to be strategic about their funding approaches.
Data-driven insights can guide better investment decisions.
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