This week’s episode of Equity covered a variety of topics, with a focus on Tesla’s recent news dominating the discussion. The team delved into Tesla’s layoffs, pricing changes, and other updates, reflecting on the company’s ongoing influence in the tech world.
Additionally, they explored Mary Ann’s report on Ramp’s latest funding round and increased valuation, which coincided with Rippling’s upcoming fundraising efforts. The discussion highlighted the favorable climate for startups in the financial space.
Cherub, a platform connecting investors and founders, was also a topic of conversation, alongside Maven Ventures’ expansion into consumer investing and updates from Mercury. With Kirsten Korosec joining the discussion, the team navigated through the extensive and diverse news surrounding transportation, particularly focusing on Tesla’s impact.
The episode concluded with a teaser for an upcoming interview between Mary Ann and Hans Tung from Notable Capital, promising more insightful discussions in the future.