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05/29/2026

"It’s time to show that this business can go from millions in revenue to $5 billion in revenue."

EquityZen Co-Founder and Managing Director Phil Haslett highlights a massive question looming over the tech sector: Can AI companies deliver the massive revenue expectations underwritten by investors, or are we seeing a replay of the 100x revenue multiples of 2021?

While AI growth has been uniquely explosive, a hyper-competitive market means we’re about to see a handful of massive winners…and some flameouts.

What’s your take? Is this AI growth sustainable, or are valuations getting ahead of reality? Let us know below! 👇

Catch the full breakdown of Q1 2026 private market investment trends here: https://hubs.la/Q04hKx_90

Not all pre-IPO companies will go public or be acquired, and not all IPOs or acquisitions are or will become successful investments. There are inherent risks in pre-IPO investments, including the risk of loss of the entire investment, illiquidity, and fluctuations in value and returns.

From a Series A in 2016, which valued the company at $62.5M, to a Series H in 2026, which valued the company at $23B, Ce...
05/28/2026

From a Series A in 2016, which valued the company at $62.5M, to a Series H in 2026, which valued the company at $23B, Cerebras Systems' private market journey spans a decade of venture rounds.

Our latest blog breaks down the company’s capitalization table, looking at historical valuations and return multiples relative to its $185/share IPO price.

Read the full analysis: https://hubs.ly/Q04hKrmk0

This is not intended to predict or project the performance of Cerebras Systems Inc. Not all pre-IPO companies will go public or be acquired, and not all IPOs or acquisitions are or will become successful investments. There are inherent risks in pre-IPO investments, including the risk of loss of the entire investment, illiquidity, and fluctuations in value and returns.

05/27/2026

"Flight to quality" is redefining the private markets. ✈️💼

With 30+ private companies now worth over $20B, the late-stage universe is bigger than ever.

EquityZen Co-Founder and Managing Director Phil Haslett explains why investors are favoring mega-cap stability over $1B–$10B companies in the current market.

Read EquityZen’s Q1 2026 Private Company Investment Trends report here: https://hubs.ly/Q04hKyvt0



The information is intended for reference only and does not constitute a recommendation or personal financial advice. Use of this information is at the user's discretion and risk.

Visualize $40B+ of pre-IPO market growth. 🤯The steepest part of that curve? The value unlocked over the last two years.F...
05/26/2026

Visualize $40B+ of pre-IPO market growth. 🤯The steepest part of that curve? The value unlocked over the last two years.

From Cerebras’ founding in 2015 to executing one of the most talked-about AI infrastructure IPOs: head to the link to see a full breakdown of the early investors and major shareholders who caught the pre-IPO wave ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q04hKJW50

This is not intended to predict or project the performance of Cerebras Systems Inc. Not all pre-IPO companies will go public or be acquired, and not all IPOs or acquisitions are or will become successful investments. There are inherent risks in pre-IPO investments, including the risk of loss of the entire investment, illiquidity, and fluctuations in value and returns

A huge thank you to the hundreds of Accredited Investors who joined our recent webinar with Georgia Edwards (AVP, Privat...
05/25/2026

A huge thank you to the hundreds of Accredited Investors who joined our recent webinar with Georgia Edwards (AVP, Private Markets) and Brianne Lynch (Head of Market Insight)!

We had a great time diving into key insights and exploring how EquityZen’s tools can help you navigate the market.

Want to stay informed? Join our community today: https://hubs.la/Q04hK40L0



There are inherent risks in pre-IPO investments, including the risk of loss of the entire investment, illiquidity, and fluctuations in value and returns.

05/22/2026

In 1997, Amazon went public at a $500M valuation. Today, we’re seeing companies stay private until they hit $500B+. 💡

The "Amazon Era" allowed everyday investors to ride the wave of hypergrowth in public markets.

But as EquityZen Co-Founder and Managing Director Phil Haslett points out, the script has flipped. Unicorn companies are staying private longer, fueled by institutional capital, leaving retail investors on the sidelines.

At EquityZen, we’re changing that narrative by opening the doors to private market opportunities that were once out of reach.
Ready to bridge the gap? Check out our latest deep dive on the evolution of access: https://hubs.la/Q04hGHny0



This is not intended to predict or project the performance of any company. Not all pre-IPO companies will go public or be acquired, and not all IPOs or acquisitions are or will become successful investments. There are inherent risks in pre-IPO investments, including the risk of loss of the entire investment, illiquidity, and fluctuations in value and returns.

Prediction markets are transitioning from fringe betting to embedded financial infrastructure, with trading volumes proj...
05/21/2026

Prediction markets are transitioning from fringe betting to embedded financial infrastructure, with trading volumes projected to hit $1T by 2030 (CNBC). 🔮

But while retail demand is booming, automated HFT bots are capturing the lion's share of profits, leaving 69% of participants on platforms like Polymarket in the red (Bloomberg). 🤖📉

Instead of trying to out-trade the algorithms, smart capital is betting on the platforms themselves.

Read Brianne Lynch’s deep dive into the mega-rounds, regulatory battles, and public incumbents shifting the landscape. Link in bio.

Not all pre-IPO companies will go public or be acquired, and not all IPOs or acquisitions are or will become successful investments. There are inherent risks in pre-IPO investments, including the risk of loss of the entire investment, illiquidity, and fluctuations in value and returns. This information is intended for reference only and does not constitute a recommendation or personal financial advice. Use of this information is at the user's discretion and risk.

Hunger for the heavyweights! 🍔In Q1 2026, transactions in companies valued at $20B+ surged to 57% of all trades on the E...
05/18/2026

Hunger for the heavyweights! 🍔

In Q1 2026, transactions in companies valued at $20B+ surged to 57% of all trades on the EquityZen platform, a major reversal from the recent trend of investing in younger startups.

Two reasons why:

1️⃣ Decacorn valuations are the new normal.

2️⃣ Focus on near-term IPO contenders.

Check out the full Private Company Investment Trends, Q1 2026 report
https://hubs.la/Q04gZXs_0

A massive congratulations to Cerebras Systems on their successful ! (NASDAQ: CBRS)🤝 Since EquityZen’s first deal with C...
05/15/2026

A massive congratulations to Cerebras Systems on their successful ! (NASDAQ: CBRS)

🤝 Since EquityZen’s first deal with Cerebras in 2020, we have been proud believers in their mission, helping thousands of early accredited investors gain access to AI hardware innovation while providing liquidity to employees along the way.

💵 Our investors were able to invest in Cerebras pre-IPO at an average net price of $32.94/share (with a low of $11.55/share) with investment sizes as little as $5,000.

🎉 With an IPO price established at $185.00, Cerebras tells the story of the growth happening in the private markets that we give more investors access to every day.



Source: EquityZen data and S-1 filing.

Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment in private companies involves significant risk.

Is hardware back? ⚡️ In Q1 2026, Industrials and Hard Tech led private market valuations on the EquityZen platform, whil...
05/15/2026

Is hardware back? ⚡️

In Q1 2026, Industrials and Hard Tech led private market valuations on the EquityZen platform, while 100% of Enterprise SaaS and FinTech companies traded at a discount.

Investors are paying for infrastructure, AI, and energy.

See the full breakdown:
https://hubs.la/Q04gPG2D0

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