Fred Wilson

Fred Wilson and Brad Burnham, founding partners at Union Square Ventures, share their journey through tech investment since 2003. They discuss their unique investment thesis focused on open networks and the evolution of their approach amid different tech cycles. The duo reflects on missed opportunities, like rejecting Airbnb, and the early promise of Bitcoin. They also explore the implications of AI and the tension between decentralization and market consolidation, all while maintaining a commitment to intellectual curiosity.

Experienced investor Fred Wilson and startup veteran Jerry Colonna discuss the importance of trust in investing and the qualities of a good leader. They share stories from their partnership, reflect on their own entrepreneurial journey, and explore the moral obligations and challenges of tough decisions in the startup world.

Fred Wilson, veteran venture capitalist and co-founder of Union Square Ventures, reflects on building New York tech from the 1990s to now. He recalls early internet culture, starting Flatiron Partners, and why contrarian bets often win. He discusses missionary founders, the risks of monetizing too soon, the craft of small-fund VC versus mega-funds, and how music and discovery mirror investing.

Fred Wilson, a prominent venture capitalist and co-founder of Union Square Ventures, shares his insights from decades in the tech world. He highlights the four concurrent technological revolutions: AI, synthetic biology, energy transition, and crypto. Fred discusses his early investments in companies like GeoCities and Etsy, the lessons learned from the dot-com crash, and the evolution of New York's tech scene. He also reflects on the importance of passionate user communities and why he believes New York remains a hub for innovative startups.

Special guest Fred Wilson joins hosts Bijan Sabet and Nabeel Hyatt to discuss investing in social media, YC's option extension, new entertainment bundlers, Chris Dixon's insights on computing, consumer app trends, AI impact, and a fun debate on Steph Curry vs Michael Jordan.