FlashpointSpeaks

Chess, Fate and the Dawn of AI

How did a lifelong passion for chess become a $100M+ global business? What were the early challenges of bootstrapping Chess.com, and how did moments of fate and serendipity shape the company? How is technology, including AI, transforming the game and the future of fair play?

The future of AI in Hospitality Tech

In our podcast, Amiad Soto, Co-Founder of Guesty, and Alex Konoplyasty, Co-Founder of Flashpoint, will share how AI is: Automating guest journeys & back-office operations Boosting efficiency and guest satisfaction Powering an AI-enabled hospitality stack with partners like AIPEX Driving measurable ROI for property managers If you’re curious about real AI impact in proptech, this episode is a must-listen 🎧

Exploring Italy’s Growth Opportunities — Reflections from the 0100

How have you seen the Italian investment landscape evolve recently, and what factors are driving this change? Growth debt seems to be gaining traction—what makes it appealing to local investors, and how is it shaping venture strategies in Italy? With the rise of deeptech startups, what unique opportunities or challenges are emerging for collaboration with family offices and gatekeepers?

Global Private Capital in Growth Tech

Alex Konoplyasty and Haim Zaltzman dove into the dynamic world of private capital in growth tech. They explored where investment was flowing, what investors were prioritizing, and how cross-border deals were evolving in the fast-changing market of the time. Alex shared his perspective and the Flashpoint approach, while Haim brought insights from his experience at Latham & Watkins, a global law firm that advised the businesses and institutions driving the global economy.

Survive, Scale, or Sell: The Future of Venture and Liquidity

The clock is ticking for a generation of companies. An unprecedented number of startups that raised during the peak of 2019-2021 are now approaching the end of their investors' fund life. The problem? Many aren't ready for an IPO, and the traditional M&A market presents its own challenges. This is creating a massive surge in structured secondary solutions. But what do these deals actually look like today?