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SaaStr Podcast 436: The State of the Cloud 2021 with Bessemer Venture Partners

SaaStr

PayPal has continued to skyrocket, and then, of course, Zoom replacing ServiceNow in the top five from 2020, as Zoom meetings, Zoom backgrounds, and for all of us, even a little Zoom fatigue is becoming a necessary and important element of our every day. Cloud Marketplaces. Product-led Growth. Usage-based pricing.

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How to kickstart billion dollar companies

Intercom, Inc.

Instacart is valued at nearly $8 billion and since joining, he’s helped to make the company’s services available to more than 80% of U.S. Even with Instacart’s enormous valuation, he continues to see tremendous growth potential for the service, similar to what he saw in Instagram’s early days. Thanks for signing up.

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5 Key Steps to Evolving Your Offering Into a Platform with Eventbrite and Stripe (Video + Transcript)

SaaStr

Romain Huet : Of course, besides the brand I mentioned earlier like, Google, Apple and Facebook, and so on, a lot of marketplaces also like Uber and Airbnb they tend to think of themselves as platform because they have the buyers and the sellers connecting to each other. Let’s start with our five key steps.

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The 7 Best Mobile POS Systems for Small Businesses in 2024

Stax

Today, they’re known for their robust services, enhanced security, user-friendly interfaces, and the integration of advanced data analytics. purchase history, preferences), loyalty programs, and targeted promotions can enhance customer retention, leading to customer loyalty and encouraging repeat business.

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What is Embedded Finance and Embedded Fintech?

Stax

TL;DR Embedded finance integrates financial services into non-financial business processes, while embedded fintech integrates fintech solutions into the processes of an institution in the finance industry. Embedded Insurance Embedded insurance allows customers to purchase insurance for products or services at the point of sale.

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Embedded Payments: Definition, Benefits & How to Find Your Embedded Payments Partner

Natalia Luneva

For businesses, embedded payments provide for better customer service. Leaders like PayPal, Amazon, and Klarna show how embedded payments boost sales and cut down on cart abandonment. With embedded payments, software providers can add services like lending or insurance. It means no need for many vendors or complicated APIs.

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Stripe Connect Alternatives: Top 11 Alternatives for 2025

Natalia Luneva

Stripe Connect is a comprehensive payment processing solution designed to cater to the unique needs of platforms and marketplaces. Initially launched in 2012, Stripe Connect has expanded its capabilities to support diverse business models, making it an ideal choice for on-demand services, e-commerce platforms, crowdfunding sites, and more.