OpenAI vs Olipop early investor returns

[ergophobe]

https://collabfund.com/blog/why-olipop-might-be-a-better-investment-than-openai/

TL;DR - early investors in OpenAI (Series A) have netted 189X their investment at current valuations, while early investors in Olipop (Seed) have netted 256X

[Brad]

Olipop is selling in most stores at approx $2.50 to 3.00 for a can of pop.  They have convinced consumers to pay that per can.  Yes it's cheaper at Costco but still pricey.  Anyway you get a decent return at that price.

Unlike AI, you don't need a massive server farm with dedicated power plant and water cooling, all you need is a low tech beverage plant and canning line so much lower overhead.

[ergophobe]

Yup. That's sort of the overall point of the article - what's bright and shiny and getting all the buzz is not likely to be the most profitable investment.

Still, I'd be quite happy with either of those returns. Imagine putting a million dollars into either one at that early phase.

[Brad]

We'll see if either one has legs.