Microsoft

Microsoft Corporation, a name synonymous with personal computing and enterprise software, stands as one of the most influential and enduring technology companies in global history. Founded on April 4, 1975, by childhood friends Bill Gates and Paul Allen, its initial...

SPACs vs. Traditional IPOs: Key Differences

Structure and Process A Traditional IPO is a meticulously regulated, multi-stage process managed by an investment bank acting as an underwriter. A company begins by selecting underwriters through a “bake-off.” These banks then conduct extensive due...

OpenAI

The Genesis and Mission of OpenAI Founded in December 2015, OpenAI emerged not from a typical Silicon Valley startup garage, but from a concerted effort by prominent figures concerned with the future trajectory of artificial intelligence. Its initial board included...

How Market Conditions Affect IPO Success

Understanding the IPO Process and Market Dependence An Initial Public Offering (IPO) is a complex financial transaction where a private company offers its shares to the public for the first time. Its success is not solely determined by the company’s...

Retail Investor’s Guide to Getting IPO Shares

Understanding the IPO Allocation Process The initial public offering (IPO) market represents a tantalizing opportunity for retail investors to acquire shares of a company at its public debut price. However, the process is inherently structured to favor large...