Ops Rundown: Issue #029
Hello Operators! ????
As 2024 wraps up, we want to say; thank you for an amazing year. It’s been a joy supporting your journey, and we can’t wait to see what you achieve in 2025.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at levy! ??
Here's what went down in the past few weeks ??:
In less than a month, TikTok could be banned in the U.S. — and the fate of a multibillion-dollar creator economy is at stake.
Why it matters: The global influencer industry is worth about $250 billion, Goldman Sachs estimates. TikTok is where the big money is, and where many influencers have built their largest and most loyal followings.
For many influencers, “this could be an extinction-level event,” says James Nord, founder and CEO of Fohr, an influencer marketing company.
The 2024 startup fundraising landscape has been characterized by a downturn due to careful investors. Although investment firms say this period was somewhat of a “recovery year,” numbers still didn’t show much optimism going into the second half of the year. What’s true is investment in AI startups couldn’t be doing any better as the tech continues to wow backers and users alike. This is exactly where the legal spotlight is pointing, examining the blurred lines of a sector that is yet to be fully regulated.
Let’s take a look at this year’s most prominent legal battles in the startup ecosystem.
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End-of-year chaos? Not on our watch!
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As the year draws to a close, startup founders may deem it fit to assess their progress, tie up loose ends, and prepare for the challenges and opportunities of the coming year. It’s important to wrap up the year strategically to ensure sustained growth and avoid issues hindering your startup’s success.
This FREE end-of-year checklist focuses on three pillars: compliance, time management, and fundraising readiness. Get it here.
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