Big Quote by Nicholas Negroponte
“Big companies are looking closer term, and even the most technological companies spend less than 1% of sales on research. Startups have suffered the burst bubble.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Tech Industry Review, 2020
Notes that large firms limit R&D spending while startups suffer after a market bubble burst.
In simple terms: Big firms cut research budgets; startups struggle post‑bubble.
Balance R&D investment across company sizes.
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When to use this quote
- budget planning
- startup financing
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can startups secure stable funding?
- What policies encourage sustained R&D?
Large firms may still underinvest despite trends.