Venture debt

What experts have said about Venture debt

3 statements · 3 negative

1. David Oliver SacksNegativeApr 24, 2026· All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

   David Sacks says debt reduces founders’ ability to adapt their businesses.

   “I hate taking away maneuverability from founders and that is what debt does”

   Listen at 36:42

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2. David FriedbergNegativeApr 24, 2026· All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

   David Friedberg says venture debt does not improve business quality.

   “I've never seen venture debt work well to improve the quality of a business.”

   Listen at 37:51

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3. David Oliver SacksNegativeApr 24, 2026· All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

   David Sacks predicts lenders will seize leverage when debt is a startup’s last cash.

   “If the last money in the bank is the debt you owe to the bank, they're going to rug you.”

   Listen at 38:19

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