Adam Foroughi AppLovin: mobile game boom, bootstrapped to profit, 5G opp, app discovery unicorn | E928

Jason Calacanis interviews AppLovin Co-Founder & CEO, Adam Foroughi, discussing the challenges of app discovery, the impact of Apple subscriptions and 5G, and AppLovin's growth. They also touch on combating click-fraud, fostering a parent-friendly work culture, and potential IPO plans.

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Jason Calacanis

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Adam Foroughi

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0:00	Opening
0:41	Jason introduces Adam Foroughi, Co-Founder & CEO of AppLovin, who shares the motivation to create AppLovin.
4:52	Why app discovery is such a difficult problem to solve, and the impact of highly monetized apps on app installs.
12:15	Jason thanks sponsor Walker Corporate Law. Visit WalkerCorporateLaw.com or talk to Scott Walker, the founder, directly at [email protected] or (415) 979-9998.
14:10	Impact of Apple subscriptions, smartphones, 5G, and App Store promotions.
24:36	Jason thanks sponsor Pilot. Go to pilot.com/twist for 20% off your first 6 months of Pilot Core.
26:38	Going from fewer resources to too many resources, and hurdles that AppLovin faced along the way.
37:37	Jason thanks sponsor Capterra. Visit capterra.com/twist to find the right business software for you.
39:07	Adam talks about how AppLovin is fighting click-fraud and privacy issues.
44:31	Advantages of creating a parent-friendly culture, hiring talent from within, and recognizing excellence within your team.
54:31	Going from making apps to not making apps and then back to making apps, thoughts on an IPO at this stage of AppLovin, and Adam’s angel investments.

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