Can you tell the difference between a real startup and a joke?

Can you tell the difference between a real startup and a joke?

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Recently, there have been an increasing number of startups. Certain creators focus on making genuinely useful and intriguing projects, while others aim to earn a modest income.

Everyone must deal with the same issue: how to avoid getting lost among different projects? The creators must utilize a lot of ingenuity and humor to captivate and attract investors. Imagine yourself as an investor trying to decide-is this a real startup or a joke?

Molecular synthesized coffee.

True

The startup is called "Atomo Coffee." Coffee was invented by a molecular biologist who synthesized approximately 40 molecular compounds. This startup boasts several advantages, including its environmentally friendly approach, low costs, no pesticides, and reduced labor expenses on plantations.

Joke

The startup is called "Atomo Coffee." Coffee was invented by a molecular biologist who synthesized approximately 40 molecular compounds. This startup boasts several advantages, including its environmentally friendly approach, low costs, no pesticides, and reduced labor expenses on plantations.

Footwear that smells like… shoes!

True

This startup, "Scentra," originated in India. Their shoes are durable and comfortable, ideal for long walks in hot climates. Additionally, their natural shoe scent can help mask unpleasant odors from sweat.

Joke

This startup, "Scentra," originated in India. Their shoes are durable and comfortable, ideal for long walks in hot climates. Additionally, their natural shoe scent can help mask unpleasant odors from sweat.

Attend any wedding for a price!

True

"JoinMyWedding" is a startup that enables you to register as a guest at any wedding, including Indian weddings. This provides an enjoyable opportunity to have fun and gain insights into a different culture. Indian weddings, for instance, can be pretty costly and typically span about a week. However, guests only need to pay a modest amount for their invitations.

 

Joke

"JoinMyWedding" is a startup that enables you to register as a guest at any wedding, including Indian weddings. This provides an enjoyable opportunity to have fun and gain insights into a different culture. Indian weddings, for instance, can be pretty costly and typically span about a week. However, guests only need to pay a modest amount for their invitations.

An application for ghost hunters.

True

"Spud Pickles" was founded in Utah, USA. They have developed a unique ghost-catching app that can detect clues left by other users and help enthusiasts search.

Joke

"Spud Pickles" was founded in Utah, USA. They have developed a unique ghost-catching app that can detect clues left by other users and help enthusiasts search.

Snow delivery to your home.

True

As they say, let it snow! The startup "Ship Snow, Yo" delivers snow to your home. Furthermore, they can even deliver snowman components to you in different sizes! This serves as trendy entertainment during the Christmas and New Year season.

Joke

As they say, let it snow! The startup "Ship Snow, Yo" delivers snow to your home. Furthermore, they can even deliver snowman components to you in different sizes! This serves as trendy entertainment during the Christmas and New Year season.

Beer with an alcohol content of 55%.

True

"BrewDog" actually produces this drink. You'll have to shell out about $20,000 for a bottle of this beer! Indeed, it might be worth it! After all, it's doubtful that anyone would want to replicate this experience.

Joke

"BrewDog" actually produces this drink. You'll have to shell out about $20,000 for a bottle of this beer! Indeed, it might be worth it! After all, it's doubtful that anyone would want to replicate this experience.

After divorce or separation, you are selling jewelry.

True

"I Do Now I Don't" is the name of a unique startup that Josh Opperman established after he broke up with his fiancée. On the "I Do Now I Don't platform," customers can buy unwanted jewelry at more favorable prices.

Joke

"I Do Now I Don't" is the name of a unique startup that Josh Opperman established after he broke up with his fiancée. On the "I Do Now I Don't platform," customers can buy unwanted jewelry at more favorable prices.

You can purchase a bear equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth that provides cuddles for those feeling lonely.

True

 And it's called "Parihug." The bear not only hugs you but also allows you to send a comforting hug to someone from afar as if you were physically there.

Joke

And it's called "Parihug." The bear not only hugs you but also allows you to send a comforting hug to someone from afar as if you were physically there.

Potato parcel! Indeed, they will deliver potatoes to you!

True

This is a real startup! "Potato Parcel's" name reflects its spirit. You can actually send a potato with a handwritten message written in marker pen. This idea makes a great birthday or holiday gift, earning the creator about $25,000 monthly.

Joke

This is a real startup! "Potato Parcel's" name reflects its spirit. You can actually send a potato with a handwritten message written in marker pen. This idea makes a great birthday or holiday gift, earning the creator about $25,000 monthly.

The doghouse is situated right next to an area where dogs are prohibited.

True

And again, the truth! "DogSpot" has secured approximately $7 million in funding to deploy these booths near popular restaurants and stores. The booths come fully equipped to ensure pet owners do not have to worry about their pets' safety.

Joke

And again, the truth! "DogSpot" has secured approximately $7 million in funding to deploy these booths near popular restaurants and stores. The booths come fully equipped to ensure pet owners do not have to worry about their pets' safety.

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