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AI Startup Founder Kirill Zubovsky Sells Smartynames to Truic After Overcoming Early Failures and Fatigue

Kirill Zubovsky shares his journey of struggling with his AI startup, Smartynames, before ultimately selling it to Truic with a favorable profit share deal. He reflects on the challenges faced by startups, including considering pivots, acquisitions, or selling assets instead of shutting down.

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