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Strategic M&A is now a viable alternative to massive growth rounds
◆ 85RelevanceOn a story from TechCrunch AI1mo ago
This move signals that strategic acquisition can be more attractive than massive dilution, even with a signed term sheet in hand. You should maintain active M&A dialogues throughout your fundraising process to maximize your leverage and optionality.
Takeaways
- A signed term sheet is not a closed deal; keep options open.
- Strategic buyers are aggressively competing with late-stage VCs for AI talent.
- Evaluate if your long-term roadmap is better served by capital or M&A.
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