This Week in Startups Barclays blocks Binance, China pauses Didi downloads + Steezy CEO Evan Zhou | E1241
Jul 6, 2021
Evan Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Steezy, shares his journey of transforming dance education through an innovative app. He discusses the simplicity of creating a minimum viable product and the challenges of monetizing a consumer SaaS business. The conversation also delves into the rise of online dance classes during the pandemic, the influence of TikTok on dance culture, and strategies for blending online and in-person experiences. Zhou emphasizes the importance of quality content in a crowded market, making dance education accessible to everyone.
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Didi in China
- China halted new Didi sign-ups for a cybersecurity review.
- Media headlines exaggerated the situation, falsely claiming a shutdown.
Jack Ma vs. China
- Jack Ma criticized Chinese regulators and faced consequences.
- His Ant Group's IPO was halted, highlighting China's control.
Steezy's Origins
- Steezy started as a dance blog in 2014, filling a demand for dance resources.
- Early blog success showed unmet needs, leading to online classes.