The art of growing a startup business lies in “finding a path” that’s timely, practical and scalable. Many sensor startups bet their future on automotive. Prophesee, based in Paris, was one such early gambler.

Luca Verre, Prophesee CEO
What’s at stake:
The art of growing a startup business lies in “finding a path” that’s timely, practical and scalable. Many sensor startups, mesmerized by AV hype, bet their future on automotive. Prophesee, based in Paris, was one such early gambler. The CEO now sees that it’s time to pivot. But which way? What are his options?
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