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Black Friday shopping makes Klarna and Affirm extra dangerous | Insights by Willow Ventures

Black Friday shopping makes Klarna and Affirm extra dangerous | Insights by Willow Ventures

The Hidden Dangers of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Services This Holiday Season As the holiday shopping season approaches, many consumers are encountering enticing offers to split their payments into smaller, interest-free installments. While Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services can seem like a boon, they carry significant risks that every shopper should understand. What […]

What happens when the AI bubble pops? | Insights by Willow Ventures

What happens when the AI bubble pops? | Insights by Willow Ventures

Are We in an AI Bubble? Understanding the Current Tech Landscape Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a focal point for major tech companies such as Google, OpenAI, and Meta. As AI investment reaches record levels, many experts are questioning whether we are witnessing an overblown investment bubble. The Current State of AI Investment Every key […]

Young Republicans group chat: Why the racist, sexist, antisemitic messages matter. | Insights by Willow Ventures

Young Republicans group chat: Why the racist, sexist, antisemitic messages matter. | Insights by Willow Ventures

The Fallout from the Young Republicans Group Chat Leak The recent leak of a group chat involving young members of the Republican Party has triggered significant political controversy. Messages exchanged in this chat revealed troubling trends of antisemitism, racism, and violent rhetoric, raising alarms about the normalization of hate speech in political circles. The Nature […]

ChatGPT is more popular than ever, but is the AI bubble about to pop? | Insights by Willow Ventures

ChatGPT is more popular than ever, but is the AI bubble about to pop? | Insights by Willow Ventures

OpenAI’s Journey: Innovations, Investments, and the AI Bubble OpenAI has recently made significant strides that are reshaping the tech landscape. With bold announcements and massive investments, the company has sparked discussions about its future and the potential AI bubble. Major Developments at OpenAI In recent weeks, OpenAI announced that ChatGPT will evolve into an operating […]

"You can make money doing this?!" | Insights by Willow Ventures

“You can make money doing this?!” | Insights by Willow Ventures

How Ten Hundred Raised Over $2 Million on Kickstarter: Insights from Brandon Smithwrick In an impressive feat, artist Ten Hundred reached his $10,000 Kickstarter funding goal in just three minutes. This extraordinary campaign offers valuable lessons for creators aiming to monetize their passion. The Artist Behind the Success Brandon Smithwrick, former director of content and […]