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Circle’s IPO Soars, The Future of VC and Cursor’s Crazy Growth | E2135
Today’s show: Jason and Alex dicuss stories shaping the tech and startup world: Circle’s explosive IPO and what it signals about crypto regulation and public market sentiment, the potential for tokenized venture capital funds to bring liquidity and transparency to startup investing, and Cursor’s extraordinary growth—scaling to over $500M in ARR in just six months.
Key Points
- Jeremy O'Leary's decision to delay Circle's SPAC was influenced by the uncertain crypto regulatory environment under SEC's Gary Gensler.
- The rapid growth of Cursor, reaching $500 million in ARR within six months, highlights the massive demand for AI-driven tools among highly-paid professionals.
- The ongoing legal battle between Rippling and Deel underscores the intense competition and potential ethical lapses within the HR tech space.
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