AI smart foam ball founders trade 55% equity for $250K and MrBeast's distribution on Shark Tank
itsOmSarraf_ · x · 2026-11-12
Two founders pitched an AI-powered smart foam ball on Shark Tank, originally seeking $200,000 for 10% equity. MrBeast offered $300,000 for 66%, and they settled at $250,000 for 55% — trading majority control for capital plus access to MrBeast's distribution, marketing reach, and his existing toy business (MrBeast Lab).
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