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Rippling Targets $16B, Market Chaos, TikTok Timeout, and Office Hours | E2107
Today’s show: Jason and Alex dive into the startup world’s latest chaos — from Nasdaq’s slide and Trump’s tariffs to Klarna’s IPO pause and Rippling’s $16B target. They break down what founders really need to know: tightening CIO budgets, longer sales cycles, but easier hiring. Plus, TikTok’s ban gets another delay (with Bezos possibly lurking?). In Office Hours, they chat with two sharp founders: Luke Belbina from PodEngine, who's building AI for podcasters and doubling revenue, and David Moscatelli from Abacus, who’s bringing secure, on-prem AI to banks and just hit $1M ARR. Don’t miss it! 👇
Key Points
- Fundraising and selling to Fortune 500 customers will become more challenging for startups due to the current economic and political climate.
- Startups should focus on extending their runway and preparing contingency plans to weather potential market instability.
- Despite the challenges, the current market environment may make it easier for startups to hire talented individuals who have been laid off from larger companies.
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