Sramana Mitra: Let me give you what I’m thinking. It’s slightly different from what you’re thinking.
Where I agree with you completely is that it’s not here yet. I actually do not think you are saying that AGI is here. AGI is not here yet.
Sramana Mitra: There’s no question there’s value, especially in our world. Non-technical founders were always at a disadvantage. Now they can prototype and get to MVP quickly because of no-code tools, but the products still need to be built. No-code products don’t always scale or sustain.
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The Accelerator Conundrum is a multipart series that challenges the prevailing wisdom of the tech startup ecosystem that entrepreneurs should Blitzscale out of the gate. Written by Sramana Mitra, the Founder and CEO of One Million by One Million (1Mby1M), the world’s first global virtual accelerator, it emphatically argues that a better strategy is to Bootstrap First, Raise Money Later, focus on customers, revenues and profits. 1Mby1M’s mission is to help a Million entrepreneurs reach a million dollars in annual revenue and beyond. Sramana’s Digital Mind AI Mentor virtually mentors entrepreneurs around the world in 57 languages. Try it out!
Armenia’s startup ecosystem is a fascinating case study in resilience and untapped potential. Nestled in the Caucasus, this small nation has punched above its weight in tech, leveraging a highly educated workforce, a vibrant diaspora, and government initiatives to position itself as an emerging hub for software development, fintech, and agritech.
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The Accelerator Conundrum is a multipart series that challenges the prevailing wisdom of the tech startup ecosystem that entrepreneurs should Blitzscale out of the gate. Written by Sramana Mitra, the Founder and CEO of One Million by One Million (1Mby1M), the world’s first global virtual accelerator, it emphatically argues that a better strategy is to Bootstrap First, Raise Money Later, focus on customers, revenues and profits. 1Mby1M’s mission is to help a Million entrepreneurs reach a million dollars in annual revenue and beyond. Sramana’s Digital Mind AI Mentor virtually mentors entrepreneurs around the world in 57 languages. Try it out!
Israel’s startup ecosystem — famously known as the “Startup Nation” — is one of the most advanced and dynamic in the world. With a dense concentration of venture capital, a highly skilled talent pool, and a culture of innovation fostered by elite military tech units such as Unit 8200, Israel has produced a remarkable number of unicorns and global technology leaders.
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Last week, Alphabet (Nasdaq: GOOG) announced its third quarter results that soared past market expectations. The stock climbed 5% in the after-hours trading session. This was a landmark quarter for Alphabet as it crossed the $100 billion quarterly revenue for the first time.
>>>Sramana Mitra: Now, what about human-in-the-loop? In this use case you’re talking about, what are you learning in terms of AI adoption? Human-in-the-loop is a key concern and a point of resistance from enterprises and businesses.
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The Accelerator Conundrum is a multipart series that challenges the prevailing wisdom of the tech startup ecosystem that entrepreneurs should Blitzscale out of the gate. Written by Sramana Mitra, the Founder and CEO of One Million by One Million (1Mby1M), the world’s first global virtual accelerator, it emphatically argues that a better strategy is to Bootstrap First, Raise Money Later, focus on customers, revenues and profits. 1Mby1M’s mission is to help a Million entrepreneurs reach a million dollars in annual revenue and beyond. Sramana’s Digital Mind AI Mentor virtually mentors entrepreneurs around the world in 57 languages. Try it out!
The Palestinian startup ecosystem is emerging amidst a backdrop of political complexity, economic instability, and infrastructure challenges. Yet, despite these obstacles, a new generation of Palestinian entrepreneurs is pushing forward with resilience and creativity, determined to solve pressing local problems and connect to global markets.
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The Accelerator Conundrum is a multipart series that challenges the prevailing wisdom of the tech startup ecosystem that entrepreneurs should Blitzscale out of the gate. Written by Sramana Mitra, the Founder and CEO of One Million by One Million (1Mby1M), the world’s first global virtual accelerator, it emphatically argues that a better strategy is to Bootstrap First, Raise Money Later, focus on customers, revenues and profits. 1Mby1M’s mission is to help a Million entrepreneurs reach a million dollars in annual revenue and beyond. Sramana’s Digital Mind AI Mentor virtually mentors entrepreneurs around the world in 57 languages. Try it out!
Syria’s startup ecosystem exists against the backdrop of extraordinary challenges: years of conflict, economic sanctions, limited infrastructure, and ongoing political instability. Yet, even under these difficult conditions, a growing number of Syrian entrepreneurs are striving to create innovative solutions to local problems and build a better future. This kind of entrepreneurship is critical for rebuilding economies and fostering stability in post-conflict societies.
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