Sapphire's Gao on VC Investing in a Global Downturn

The video discusses the current market turmoil and uncertainty, focusing on the impact on private and public markets. It explores investment trends, particularly in early and late-stage ventures, and addresses the phenomenon of down rounds. The speaker offers advice to founders on managing cash and efficiency during economic uncertainty. Opportunities in cloud-based SaaS, cybersecurity, and healthcare are highlighted. The video also covers criteria for evaluating company success and provides a future market outlook, emphasizing preparation and strategic planning.

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