Taking on Google: Perplexity’s Quest to Redefine Search with AI
At Jefferies’ 2024 Private Internet Conference in Los Angeles, Perplexity.ai CEO Aravind Srinivas sat down with Gaurav Kiuttur, Global Co-Head of Internet Investment Banking, to discuss the shifting search landscape, Perplexity’s growth, and competition from Google and OpenAI.
Where is the Private Internet Market Headed in 2024?
In 2023, two-thirds of venture capital investment went into AI-related businesses. Much like the widespread adoption of mobile technologies 15 years ago, AI is poised to radically reshape the private internet market. But how?
Resetting Tech Market Expectations for 2024
As 2024 begins, tech dealmaking continues to recover gradually – a trend that may endure for months or potentially longer – but be ready for it to shift suddenly.
The Age of the Strategic Financial Officer
No longer just confined to an operational role managing financial issues, the CFO’s office is fast becoming a hub for strategic thinking, requiring skills that range from investor relations and human resources to deep analytics and data visualization.
The Road to Recovery: Dealmaking, AI, and New Investment Strategies
Cully Davis discusses the evolving dealmaking landscape, companies’ measured re-entry into the market, and the transformative potential of new innovations in artificial intelligence.
Building and Developing Private Market Portfolios in a Downturn
Seyonne Kang of Stepstone Group sheds light on the evolving private market landscape, emphasizing the balance between operational efficiency and growth, new avenues for investment, and the importance of a human-centric approach to business challenges.
Sonya Brown: Shifting Consumer Trends Spur New Strategies for Founders and Investors
At Jefferies’ Private Internet Conference, growth equity leader Sonya Brown discusses evolving consumer trends, technology’s impact on e-commerce, and new opportunities in the post-COVID economy.
Jefferies’ Jason Greenberg on Dealmaking in Uncertain Times
Jason Greenberg, Co-Head of Global Technology, Media, and Telecom Investment Banking, shares insight into the current investment landscape and the challenges associated with dealmaking.
Lightspeed’s Faraz Fatemi: Navigating the Shift in Consumer Social Post-Pandemic
At Jefferies’ Private Internet Conference, Faraz Fatemi of Lightspeed Venture Partners discusses post-pandemic shifts in social media and e-commerce, highlighting the rise of recommendation media, new monetization models, and the evolving landscape for companies preparing for IPO.
Pacaso’s Spencer Rascoff on the Revitalized Experience Economy and More Pandemic Shifts
Spencer Rascoff, Co-Founder of Zillow, Hotwire, and Pacaso, underscores the enduring impact of the pandemic on consumer behavior. Companies in the experience economy are poised for tremendous growth, as consumers adopt a ‘live for the moment’ attitude in their spending.
2023 Tech Sector Outlook: Navigating Disruptions and Opportunities
Cameron Lester, Global Co-Head of Technology, Media, and Telecom Investment Banking, expresses bullishness on the future of the tech sector, despite recent financial tightening.
The Path Forward: A Healthier Startup Ecosystem Emerges
Gaurav Kittur, Global Co-Head of Internet Investment Banking, shares his perspective on challenges facing the tech ecosystem, the strategic adaptations made by startups, and emerging opportunities for growth.