Published Jan 19, 2022
How many unicorns are just piñatas filled with expired candy?
Alex Wilhelm and Natasha Mascarenhas dive into the shifting dynamics of unicorn valuations, questioning the enduring relevance of billion-dollar companies amidst changing market conditions and startup culture, and examine the implications of abundant capital on the industry.

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