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Exploring Tech's ARR Spoofing Trends

June 2 · 13 min · 12.7 MB
0:00-13:15

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In this episode, we discuss how some VCs and founders inflate or frame ARR to make startups look stronger for the press. We also look at why these numbers matter, how they shape public perception, and what it means for trust in the startup ecosystem.


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