Episode 91: The Future of Startups

This week, we are glad to have seasoned VC investor David Rosenthal join us to discuss the current state and the future of startups, investing, and innovation. Together, Scott and David talked about how the pandemic has changed startup funding, the emerging innovation categories, the merits of buying vs. building, and other key trends in the startup world that all innovation-minded brands should know.  As usual, Scott and Adam discuss this week’s top news before the main conversation, which includes Google Pay getting a redesign, CVS offering support for Venmo and PayPal at checkout, the launch of Amazon Pharmacy, and Lil Nas X’s virtual concerts in Roblox.You can find Adam and Scott on Twitter at @adamjsimon and @tippier. Follow David at @djrosent and check out his excellent business podcast Acquired. Don’t forget to click here to give us a five-star review on Apple Podcast if you haven’t. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Floor 9 is where technology and culture collide. We discuss how major tech companies and industry disruptors are driving today’s culture and the impact their products have on media attention and consumer behavior. In a society where attention is the most coveted resource, we provide thoughtful analysis and insights on the shifting media and industry landscapes and what brands can do to stay ahead. Made by the IPG Media Lab. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.