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E11: I'm Rich and Clueless: Loom Founder's $975 Million Exit | Top Startup News

E11: I'm Rich and Clueless: Loom Founder's $975 Million Exit | Top Startup News

Update: 2025-01-06
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Vinay Hiremath, the Indian-origin co-founder of Loom, sold his company for $975 million and subsequently wrote a blog post about his post-sale experiences. His post details his feelings of confusion and aimlessness, despite his newfound wealth.




Hiremath recounts various attempts to find purpose, including failed entrepreneurial ventures and a brief stint working with Elon Musk.




He also discusses a relationship breakup and a Himalayan climbing expedition gone wrong. Finally, his blog post's virality led to a surge in Google searches related to him and Loom.

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E11: I'm Rich and Clueless: Loom Founder's $975 Million Exit | Top Startup News

E11: I'm Rich and Clueless: Loom Founder's $975 Million Exit | Top Startup News

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