What SVB Fallout Means for Startups, Venture Capital

The transcript discusses the exposure of startups to Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and the reactions from various stakeholders, including founders and investors. It highlights the bank's significant presence in the US and Europe, and the recent expansion in the Nordics. The discussion covers the financial health of SVB, with some stakeholders advocating for diversification to mitigate risk, while others believe the situation is overblown. The transcript concludes with advice for startups and investors to maintain a long-term perspective and consider implementing a treasury strategy.

What percentage of American startups had their money with Silicon Valley Bank?

• 75%

• 100%

• 25%

• 50%

What recent expansion did Silicon Valley Bank make in Europe?

• Expanded in the Nordics

• Started operations in Germany

• Launched services in Spain

• Opened a new branch in France

What is one reaction of startups to the SVB situation?

• Increasing their deposits in SVB

• Ignoring the situation

• Moving their money to reduce risk

• Investing more in SVB

What is a reason some believe the SVB situation is overblown?

• SVB has no assets

• SVB's bond performance is unrelated to deposits

• SVB is closing branches

• SVB is losing all its clients

What is advised for companies with large deposits at banks?

• To withdraw all their money

• To have a Treasury strategy in place

• To invest in real estate

• To ignore Treasury strategies