Blogs

As our product roadmap has evolved, so has our vision for what Misfits can become.

When we started Misfits in late 2022, we had a very specific investment thesis: we would focus exclusively on developer tools and companies building technology for developers.

One of the most common pitfalls we see is founders who become enamored with a solution without validating that the underlying problem is significant enough to build a business around.

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, particularly language models, is creating unprecedented opportunities to transform education.

A recent tweet from Paul Graham highlighted a Wall Street Journal article about Harvard MBAs struggling to find jobs, noting this is a "secular trend" that "will never swing back."

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, particularly large language models (LLMs), is enabling a new category of software: AI agents that can perform complex tasks with minimal human supervision.

There's a more fundamental issue that dooms many startups before they even begin: building solutions for problems that don't actually exist or aren't painful enough to warrant a new solution.

The primary value of Shark Tank for startups has increasingly become about exposure rather than investment.

In today's tech landscape, an interesting pattern is emerging: hardware has scaled and evolved rapidly, but the software interfaces that control this hardware often lag behind.

"Why not just build a fund?" This is a question we frequently encounter at Misfits. Many people we meet either assume we're already a fund or suggest that we should raise one.

At Misfits, our journey from initial concept to our current platform was filled with false starts, surprising user insights, and counterintuitive decisions that ultimately shaped what we've built.

In the world of startup investing, one question consistently emerges when potential investors evaluate opportunities: "Who else is investing?" This seemingly simple question reveals a fundamental aspect of human decision-making—we seek validation

The startup landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rapid advancement of AI technologies. Today's founders have unprecedented opportunities to create significant value with smaller teams and less capital than ever before.

In the fast-paced world of startups, founders often face a critical question: "Why aren't you raising more capital?" This question stems from the conventional wisdom that startups need substantial funding to build technology products, hire talent, and fuel growth.

What is an unpriced round, Key terms in a CCD/CCPS

Dharaksha Ecosolutions takes the stage on Shark Tank India

With great privilege comes great responsibility

10L pre-owned tractors 🚜 are sold in India every year which is almost the same as the number of new tractors sold. 🤯

Met Shreek Pawar, Founder of Sketchnote in person for the first time!

Founder's dilemma: Scaling or sinking?

Don't invest in a single startup, invest in a portfolio

The genAI scene is buzzing with new models and big tech investments

India is fast becoming digital-first. Kids & their grandparents, farmers & their cattle

Startup investment products are designed for those raising capital. Not for those looking to invest.

Warning. Investing in startups is riskier than investing in public markets.

Show me a startup you're investing in, and I'll tell you why it will not work

Unlocking the Secrets Behind Kunal and Rohit's ₹40 Crore Success: The Strategic Path to Startup Wealth

Exploring the Double-Edged Sword of Excess Capital: How It Shapes Startups' Success and Struggles

Unveiling the Paradox of Startup Investing: Where Pessimism Meets Unprecedented Growth Potential