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Acquired

Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal

Long-form company histories for people who love strategy, capital allocation, and product lore.

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Chamath Palihapitiya

Technology investor focused on markets, networks, and capital allocation

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Recommended81% confidenceOct 6, 2025
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Magic Johnson

Athlete, investor, and community business leader with a partnership mindset

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Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Investor and interviewer mapping how exceptional businesses compound

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Recommended77% confidenceSep 6, 2025
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Naval Ravikant

Investor and philosopher of startups, leverage, judgment, and independence

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Recommended85% confidenceAug 6, 2025
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Bill Gurley

Venture investor known for marketplace thinking and strategic clarity

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Recommended77% confidenceDec 6, 2025
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Mark Cuban

Entrepreneur, investor, and sports owner with a builder's eye for markets

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Recommended77% confidenceJun 6, 2025
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Jason Calacanis

Startup investor and media operator chronicling early-stage company building

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Recommended85% confidenceNov 6, 2025
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