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A fresh week means fresh opportunities, and we’re here to bring you the latest updates, game-changing startups 🚀, and must-know insights to kick things off strong!
This week’s Featured Startups are pushing the boundaries of innovation, and they’re just getting started. Your feedback, support, and curiosity can help shape their journey—whether it’s trying their products, sharing their stories, or offering advice, every bit counts!
But that’s not all! We’ve got news, insights, and a Featured Podcast episode to fuel your inspiration and keep you ahead of the curve.
Let’s make this week one for the books—let’s go! 💥
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Weekly Sponsor
Invoxa – Simplifying Invoicing for Small Businesses
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Featured Startups
KillerStartups’ Mission is to help entrepreneurs achieve the next big thing. Our role is to connect you with founders you can help, and founders who can help you!
When we featured Uber in 2010, Founder Travis Kalanick might have still been your driver.
Uber raised their first $1.6MM three months after we featured them. $4.9B later, we are still proud to have discovered them.
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Our question to you is: How can YOU help these companies?
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Weekly Featured Podcast
Performance E12: Jonathan Bregman - Founder of Yess.ai
30-Second News Picks
These 3 Questions Are Plaguing Small Business Owners in 2025 — and Here Are the Answers to Them - Entrepreneur
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Our 30-Second Summary:
In 2025, small business owners face unique challenges as they navigate inflation, increasing competition in digital markets, and the growing trend of side hustles. Inflation has led to rising costs and declining revenue, forcing many entrepreneurs to reassess spending, diversify income streams, and form strategic partnerships to stay afloat. As online shopping continues to dominate, businesses must invest in seamless ecommerce experiences, digital marketing, and analytics to remain competitive. Meanwhile, side hustles have become a key wealth-building strategy, with many entrepreneurs leveraging their existing expertise to generate additional income. By adopting smart financial strategies, embracing digital tools, and staying adaptable, small business owners can overcome these hurdles and position themselves for success in the evolving business landscape.
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Is the U.S. Heading for a Recession? Here's What the Experts Say - The Wall Street Journal
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Our 30-Second Summary:
Concerns about a potential U.S. recession are growing as economists from major banks revise their forecasts. While Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick dismissed the possibility, financial experts take a more cautious stance. JPMorgan Chase increased its recession risk estimate to 40%, citing extreme U.S. policies, while Goldman Sachs raised its probability to 20%, warning that policy decisions could further elevate the risk. Morgan Stanley, meanwhile, lowered its economic growth projections for 2025 and 2026 while expecting inflation to rise, signaling a troubling economic outlook. As uncertainty looms, experts suggest that economic policy and Federal Reserve actions will play a crucial role in shaping the country’s financial future.
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Our 30-Second Summary:
The fluctuating U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods are creating significant challenges for small businesses like Fishtown Seafood, a Philadelphia-based seafood retailer and wholesaler. Owner Bryan Szeliga, who relies on Canadian oysters for 60-70% of his sales, is struggling to navigate the uncertainty caused by the Trump administration’s on-again, off-again 25% tariff. The unpredictability makes planning difficult, forcing him to adjust inventory, absorb higher costs, and potentially limit product offerings. While a temporary one-month suspension of some tariffs provides short-term relief, the long-term outlook remains uncertain. The broader oyster industry also faces setbacks, with rising demand potentially stalling due to higher prices and limited supply. Domestic oyster production cannot fully compensate for reduced Canadian imports, and some suppliers may not lower prices even if tariffs ease. As a result, businesses and consumers alike should expect fewer choices and higher prices for oysters in the coming months.
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Notes From KillerStartups Staff 👀
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