Pain Point #1: "Fundraising is rigged." Opportunity: Build a comprehensive platform offering non-traditional pathways for startup fundraisings, like community crowdfunding and micro-investor networks, leveraging social proof and engagement. Justification: - Demand: The frustrations with traditional fundraising channels are evident, especially for those without Ivy League credentials or networks. - ROI: Startups can access funds more democratically, dramatically reducing entry barriers. - Scalable: With the internet's reach, pairing local success stories with a scalable online fundraising network can rapidly grow user and investor bases. - Purple Cow/Controversial: Tackling the education and network bias in investing is both contentious and appealing. --- Pain Point #2: "Stripe and most mainstream payment processors consider the business 'high risk.'" Opportunity: Develop a decentralized high-risk payment infrastructure facilitated via blockchain tech, offering plug-and-play solutions for AI-driven and other high-risk sectors. Justification: - Demand: Sourcing reliable payment solutions remains critical for high-risk labeled businesses. - ROI: Businesses immediately benefit from transactions previously unobtainable, increasing cash flow. - Scalable: As blockchain and decentralization gain traction, the solution can scale within various high-risk industries. - Purple Cow/Controversial: Using blockchain as an alternative defies traditional credit and banking systems. --- Pain Point #3: "What’s your biggest fundraising challenge right now?" Opportunity: Develop an AI-driven fundraising coach that provides personalized strategies and psychological support for startups tackling investor relations and pitching barriers. Justification: - Demand: Founders express frustrations over today's fundraising environment, indicating a need for tailored insights. - ROI: By optimizing pitches and strategies, founders can significantly increase pitch success rates. - Scalable: AI technology allows broad scalability, with potential multilingual support. - Purple Cow/Controversial: Psychological support through AI adds a unique human element, different from consultant-driven frameworks.