Offbeat View #5: Growth, Zoopla's distruption
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Independent proptech guru highlights Zoopla's disruption power
Compared to its global peers, Zoopla is probably in the best position to disrupt its customer - estate agents.
1. Revenue diversification - least reliant on revenue from agents
2. A strong brand
3. Online tools that move it further up the value chain thanks to smart acquisitions
95% of VC's aren't returning enough money to justify the risks they take 😞
A VC fund needs a 3x return to achieve a “venture rate of return” and be considered a good investment
Star Rapper Akon Mulls IPO of Chinese-Funded African Solar Unit
Akon, the star rapper and renewable-energy entrepreneur, is considering an initial public offering of his Chinese-funded solar business in Africa to fuel an intercontinental expansion.
Innovation within Student Accomodation
SPCE operating under the moniker #PropTech promises to create a better experience between landlords and higher education students.
They have raised £280K in return for 20% stake in the business
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