Commentary about the 'Seattle Freeze' social dynamic in the city's startup scene sparks debate and mixed reactions.
Yifan Zhang from the AI2 Incubator criticizes Seattle's passive-aggressiveness and pessimism, hindering innovation and entrepreneurship.
Some entrepreneurs and investors argue that the focus should be on building groundbreaking startups rather than dwelling on the 'Seattle Freeze'.
GeekWire co-founder John Cook questions why Seattle's startup ecosystem is always compared to San Francisco, emphasizing the success of local founders and companies.