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No Rivals: The Prophet (Part I)
Founders Fund, led by Peter Thiel, has ascended to the pinnacle of Silicon Valley. Its fundamental genius is wanting differently.
 • Mario Gabriele
Palantir’s Weirdest Book Recommendation
Lessons from Impro: Status, spontaneity, and the art of unlearning.
 • Mario Gabriele
The Best Venture Firm You’ve Never Heard Of
Hummingbird Ventures has built an astonishing track record – all while staying out of the limelight. Its secret to success? A meticulous approach to…
 • Mario Gabriele
AI and The Burden of Knowledge
A story of superior intelligence and possible obsolescence.
 • Mario Gabriele
The Future 50 is here
Meet 50 of the world’s highest-potential startups. Nominated by investors, selected by The Generalist.
 • Mario Gabriele
Observations on People, the World, and Everything Else
A collection of things that are true to me.
 • Mario Gabriele
Inside the Secret School for the World’s Best Founders
Avra, run by former Y Combinator investors, keeps a low profile. It’s quickly becoming a critical partner for elite entrepreneurs.
 • Mario Gabriele
Plaid: Finance's Next Great Network
After turning down Visa, the $13.4 billion fintech is thriving solo. It’s become a true multi-product company with room to run.
A24: The Rise of a Cultural Conglomerate
The indie studio is behind some of Hollywood’s biggest hits and critical darlings. It has designs on becoming media’s answer to LVMH.
No Rivals: The Disciples (Part II)
Peter Thiel is not a manager. But his singular eye for talent allowed him to assemble an unorthodox team that went on one of venture’s hottest streaks.
 • Mario Gabriele
Where Do Great Ideas Come From?
Seven research studies reveal the people, incentives, and environments that create innovation.
 • Mario Gabriele
Modern Meditations: Kirsten Green
The Forerunner Ventures founder on vulnerability, patience, and human psychology.
 • Mario Gabriele
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