Weekly Radar

Weekly Radar #312: Tech Investor Positivity, There's Money In Laundering, Product vs Distribution

Geek Estate Team

12 Aug 2024 • 7 min read

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In this Weekly Radar, we cover:

Cents, backed by $40M from Camber Creek, is expanding its niche in laundromat management through its acquisition of Laundroworks, hinting at potential tech opportunities in other stable industries like car washes.
We used generative AI to envision an hourly-based compensation model with performance bonuses could align agent incentives with buyers' interests, fostering a fairer industry through a branding exercise.
The best product isn't always enough. Early-stage companies must obsess over their distribution strategy.
Thesis Driven's latest survey suggests proptech investors believe the market has bottomed out, with 67% expecting an increase in deal activity over the next year, offering a positive outlook for founders preparing to fundraise.
Cesium Moon Terrain, a 3D tileset based on NASA data, offers a precise, interoperable platform for lunar exploration, enabling engineers and content creators to build simulations and mission plans.
The GEM Proptech Index had its worst week since its creation with a combined market cap of $219.877B, a 5.45% decrease from the previous week.
We released quarterly earnings summaries for Airbnb, Redfin, Zillow, Blend, & News Corp. (GEM Diamond only, until the full report comes to the Crystal tier in another week or so).

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