Audio version of Greylock investor Jason Risch's essay "Three Trends in VC-Backed Cloud." As part of our Castles in the Cloud project, which maps the activity in the venture capital-funding startup ecosystem with that of the Big 3 Cloud providers, we compile a database of fundraising at the end of each calendar year and identify trends. Although 2022 and the first part of 2023 has been marked by notable advancements in cloud technology – mostly via AI integrations – there is still considerable restraint in today’s venture capital-backed ecosystem. That figure doesn’t translate to lower activity, however. Many venture capital firms report they are just as busy as prior to the market correction, albeit with a focus on smaller checks for early-stage companies. Technological advancements, partnerships between major powerbrokers, and vertical specialization are all components of the current wave. The top three trends for this period are the rise of AI/ML in cloud, Vertical specialization (or, industry clouds), and security.

You can read this essay here: https://greylock.com/greymatter/three-trends-in-vc-backed-cloud/ 

You can view the entire Castles in the Cloud project here: https://greylock.com/castles/

Jason Risch | Three Trends in VC-Backed Cloud

Greylock general partner Jerry Chen analyzes top trends impacting funding, company creation, product launches, and partnerships throughout the cloud ecosystem for 2022 and the first part of 2023. This analysis is based on data compiled for Greylock's Castles in the Cloud project, which maps the activity of VC-backed startups as well as that of the Big 3 cloud providers AWS, Google, and Microsoft Azure. AI, an increased focus on vertical specialization, and the expansion of security needs are all fueling activity in the cloud ecosystem. 

The trends in this discussion are also examined in Greylock investor Jason Risch's recent essay, which you can read here: https://greylock.com/greymatter/three-trends-in-vc-backed-cloud/

You can find the entire Castles in the Cloud project here: greylock.com/castles.

Jerry Chen | The Next Wave of Cloud Innovation

Ian Cheeseman was the BBC's Manchester City correspondent for nearly 25 years and has been a fan all of his life. Here he hosts his weekly podcast, Forever Blue, where all things Man City are discussed.

Sponsored by Eamar Development Uk

Ian is joined by Dave & Sue Wallace the creators of the Manchester City fanzine King of the Kippax, also Sam Dainty from City in the Community, the clubs charity arm and Ryan Foley who has written a new book about City.
If you'd like to support Ian's work you can message him by DM on twitter @iancheeseman

King of the Kippax, CITC & Manchester City: The Genuine Soap Opera Club (book)

CITC RADIO 001

oh that's just me
oh that's just me
niggas switched up and i already peeped
he talk down get cooked like grits
i make hella bread no bricks
i'll rock yo shit boy don't need stick 2x
designa all up on my fit 
dumbass hoe gon ask if it's rick
need me some dro that's how it get 2x
ball so hard i feel like the pistons 
neva picked me first ian mention
run it up disappear corykenshin  2x
bitch u pou u penny pinching 
when im on the stage don't say u miss me
smoke these drugs and get dismissive

just me(prod.howl)

ever since lies had dried up
i changed my ways, spit heat, straight fire
got my money coming in, i got buyers 
he was dissing sparked him like lighter

bitch 2 clingy; she want ring 
act, facades, you did everything 
move 2 next gotta cut that link 
tried to bump ur music ya shit stink 
eughhh eughh eughh  (ya shit stink) eughh eueghhh 2x

smoke a 3.5 fuck tussin 
dubbed the bitch she aint nun
slow asl u must be on sum
why u even bother to lead me on
roll a wood to keep me going

lighter (prod.whogotwock)

troll music
+ experimental music 
beginnner song maker

How do tech startups go from idea…to iconic? Greymatter’s weekly podcast features interviews with VCs, founders, and tech visionaries on everything from AI, marketplaces, and cybersecurity as well as company-building strategies like growth, finding product-market-fit, and recruiting top talent. Founders and VCs offer candid accounts of success, failure, and adaptation. Greymatter delivers practical insights mixed with the bold optimism that defines entrepreneurship.

Legendary Manchester City broadcaster Ian Cheeseman has three MCFC fans in to the studio to discuss the major events of the past week's football. Expect debate, famous faces and plenty of laughs.

DJ/Producer/Event organizer in Morocco 🇲🇦

New tracks tagged #CITC