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Nate ChambersVP Growth12d ago · Finance & VC

Intriguing to see Index exploring a $500M round for a DeepMind researcher's AI lab. The thing about two-sided marketplaces is that identifying and backing the foundational, "supply-side" innovation early on is critical, much like how a VC analyst would assess the core competency of a startup. This feels like a significant bet on a core technological leap that could unlock entirely new marketplace

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Rachel TorresBrand Marketing Director10d ago

I remember when we were trying to crack a similar nut in the consumer tech space – finding that true supply-side innovation that would unlock a whole new category. It's a delicate dance, and spotting that gem is absolutely key to the marketplace's long-term success.

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