TechCrunch

MARCH 1, 2021

Axonius , which lets organizations manage and track computing-based assets that are connecting to their networks — and then plug that data into some 300 different cybersecurity tools to analyse it — has closed a round of $100 million, a Series D that values the company at over $1 billion ($1.2 billion, to be exact).

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Startup Blogpost

AUGUST 8, 2023

How to Lead Through Uncertainty and Change Navigating uncertainty and change is a common challenge for startup leaders. From embracing agility amidst market shifts to planning for the long game, these leaders share their experiences and lessons learned in successfully steering their startups through uncertain times.

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Dream It

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

However, the process of startup M&A likely remains shrouded in mystery for founders who have never seen it first-hand. When considering a possible acquisition of your company, try to figure out where you could add value to a prospective acquirers strategy. Continue to add value for your customers. How do you become the best?

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TechCrunch

MAY 1, 2023

Back in February, we started calling for content — urging startup subject-matter experts to submit applications to lead roundtable discussions or breakout sessions at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 on September 19–21 in San Francisco. Here’s how you can make your voice heard. And by crikey, answer the call they did.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 14, 2020

You’ve got a great idea, a great team and are ready to launch your business. Keeping costs down is a facet every business works toward, but for a startup, it’s especially important. The lack of a physical space doesn’t lessen the importance of protecting your sensitive data. It’s go time! Do you give up?

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 17, 2022

That’s right, tech’s OG conference dedicated to early-stage startup founders — and the ecosystem that supports them — kicks off tomorrow at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. Have a look at the agenda for times and stage locations and then fire up your event app, build your schedule and start connecting and networking with other attendees.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Ann Arbor continues to be one of the top growing tech ecosystems around the country with some of the best startups to watch. This was a year like no other for Ann Arbor startups, so we’ve spent lots of time keeping up with all the news from Ann Arbor tech companies. Small Ann Arbor startups to watch in 2022. DocNetwork.

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Ensuring the utmost security of your business serves a two-pronged purpose. The first and, arguably, more obvious purpose of business security is protecting your capital, whether it’s from investors or straight out of your pocket. Your internal customers are the staff who help run your business.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 29, 2021

Edtech is so widespread, we already need more consumer-friendly nomenclature to describe the products, services and tools it encompasses. I know someone who reads stories to their grandchildren on two continents via Zoom each weekend. Here’s who she spoke to: Deborah Quazzo , managing partner, GSV Ventures.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

There are plenty of reasons why Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital city, has an increasingly visible startup sector. The country’s startup-friendly regulatory environment, a beautiful medieval town center, over 20 business hubs and accelerators and strong rankings in intellectual property production are most obvious at a high level.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

So, in keeping with our mission, we present to you today a list of Ukrainian tech companies and initiatives you can support, the products you can use, and the startups which you – if you’re an investor – can look at funding. But over 90% of Ukrainian startups say they need financial support to survive the war.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 9, 2021

Each story is based on an interview with a founder or investor who addressed some of the most common startup dilemmas. Part 3: Where StockX fits in the business of sneakers. Chinese startups rush to bring alternative protein to people’s plates. Chinese startups rush to bring alternative protein to people’s plates.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3 p.m. Startups/VC. Before we jump into our daily download of startup doings, a few call-outs from today’s coverage. Now we need to add machine learning observability , or MLobs, to our lexicons. PST, subscribe here.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 19, 2023

To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3 p.m. Storefront builder’s gold mine : Oro, an open source e-commerce platform, is going against the grain of other platforms by targeting businesses. You know, like consumers in Europe have been able to do since the 1990s.

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StartupNation

MARCH 10, 2021

Since then, Ann Arbor has become an epicenter for cybersecurity tech companies as these top companies continue to attract top talent and prove themselves to be some of the best places to work. So it’s no wonder why Ann Arbor tech companies and startups are thriving. Ann Arbor has also seen a lot of tech success. They raised $15.5

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AsiaTechDaily

JULY 11, 2023

Register Many businesses are adopting multi-cloud architectures in today’s digital environment to take advantage of the advantages of improved flexibility, scalability, and elasticity. User Access Controls: Centralized Identity and Access Management In a multi-cloud scenario, managing user access control may be difficult and complex.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 2, 2021

For this morning’s column , Alex Wilhelm looked back on the last few months, “a busy season for technology exits” that followed a hot Q4 2020. On Tuesday, we published a four-part series on Tonal, a home fitness startup that has raised $200 million since it launched in 2018. The Tonal EC-1. Image Credits: Nigel Sussman. The Tonal EC-1.

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David Teten VC

JUNE 9, 2021

Not surprisingly, the tighter your relationship with the firm, typically the more money you will earn: . PE funds now almost always require an upgrade in management and change management teams if necessary. . The simplest path forward is to identify funds in your industry of expertise, and reach out. Relevant experience.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 10, 2023

On Wednesday evening, Seltz-Axmacher, unprompted by VCs or advisers, transferred about 50% of his startup’s funds out of SVB and into another existing account at Mercury Bank. “I I saw that [article] it was like I don’t know if I’m freaking out or not, but it’s not worth the risk,” he said. “I

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TechCrunch

APRIL 23, 2021

Origin stories are satisfying because we already know the hero will overcome the odds — and in doing so, they’ll reveal their core strengths. This week, we published a four-part series about how Klaviyo co-founders Andrew Bialecki and Ed Hallen bootstrapped their startup into an e-commerce marketing automation platform now valued at $4.15

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 7, 2022

If you received this in your inbox, thank you for signing up and your vote of confidence. There’s a lot of fintech news out there and it’s my job to stay on top of it — and make sense of it — so you can stay in the know. — Mary Ann. The startup says it will also continue to grow its local presence and team in EMEA.

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TechCrunch

JULY 6, 2022

To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3 p.m. I had to check the calendar before I said the day because does anyone really know what day it is anymore? Startups and VC. Crypto gaming startup Cauldron closed on $6.6 The startup got another $22.8

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StartupNation

JANUARY 10, 2022

As a result, all businesses — from startups to worldwide enterprises — must guard against these threats more vigilantly than ever. Still, many startups have gaps in their cyber insurance, leaving them exposed and unprotected. However, many entrepreneurs and startup leaders opt for no cyber insurance whatsoever.

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StartupNation

JANUARY 13, 2022

On this episode of StartupNation TechBytes, learn how Dell Technologies and McAfee are helping small businesses and consumers beef up their cybersecurity. Matt Papendorf, Dell Senior Advisor and OEM Security Brand Manager, and Megan Wright, Dell Small Business Associations Lead, discuss McAfee’s all-in-one approach.

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Dream It

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

We did a previous dose on 5 things investors wish startups knew. Managing Partner, Steve Barsh , sat down to give us 5 MORE things investors wish startups knew. Keep reading for some more of the most common mistakes startups make when pitching and for Steve’s tips on how to fix them. Go here if you missed it. co-founder).

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TechCrunch

MARCH 12, 2021

While London, Paris, Berlin and Stockholm feature regularly in tech coverage, the rest of Europe has been busy. To unpack this rare gem of Europe’s startup scene, we spoke to eight area investors. Other themes included cybersecurity, AR/VR, remote work, and cybersecurity. Vaclav Pavlecka , managing partner, Air Ventures.

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Jason Malki

JANUARY 1, 2023

I had the pleasure of interviewing Kevin Romani, Chief Revenue Officer for BastionZero , a Boston based cybersecurity company. One of those friends suggested I join his company, Dyn — an Internet performance management and web application security startup. What has been your biggest challenge in your sales career?

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StartupNation

OCTOBER 3, 2021

Cyberattacks are nothing new, but until recently the general consensus in the world of startups and small business was that only big, public companies with plenty of cash, clout and valuable data had to worry about them. For a small, growing business, the results can be absolutely devastating. That mindset is changing.

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OurCrowd

JULY 2, 2019

A robot that takes care of all of our household needs (“Rosie” from the Jetsons): GOOD. Waking up after getting married only to find out your better half is a robot (“Fembots” from Austin Powers): BAD. A genius sidekick to help your fleet at all times (“Data” from Star Trek): GOOD. Autonomous Vehicles .

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Which means this top 10 list betrays my ignorance, a humbling admission for a know-it-all like myself.). I know: We’re not as entertaining as a historical drama about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II or a space western about a bounty hunter. API startups are so hot right now. API startups are so hot right now.

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StartupNation

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

It’s a myth that only the top startups and the best startup jobs are in Silicon Valley or New York City. As a Midwest company built for Midwest startups, we know that’s just not true. Then LinkedIn came out with their list of the top cities to launch your career in. Cities for jobs. Detroit ranked number 10.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

They see a huge opportunity for the region to become a major startup hub by utilizing its diverse workforce and wonderful quality of life. SoftBank is just the latest validation for Miami’s booming startup scene. We spoke to the following investors: Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, co-founder and managing partner, Clerisy.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 22, 2020

This year has created an unprecedented security landscape for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), and the holiday season is no exception. With this peak in online activity, and the continuation of employees working remotely, startups must ensure they are properly securing their workforce to avoid a cybersecurity disaster.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 3, 2019

But in business, you want a lot of partners. However, in private markets, there is more room to optimize across all 11 steps of the investing process: firm management , marketing, fundraising , origination , manage relationships, due diligence, negotiation, monitoring, portfolio acceleration , reporting, and. 2) Market .

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StartupNation

JUNE 16, 2021

Now that we are halfway into 2021, it is time to think about how you can further improve your startup’s operations to guarantee greater success in the latter half of the year. Take the time now to analyze and clean up your books to avoid any potential financial issues down the road. . Record and organize your receipts.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 4, 2019

But in business, you want a lot of partners. However, in private markets, there is more room to optimize across all 11 steps of the investing process: firm management , marketing, fundraising , origination , manage relationships, due diligence, negotiation, monitoring, portfolio acceleration , reporting, and. 2) Market .

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 20, 2022

Want it in your inbox? Apple’s big security bug : Time to update your Apple devices! The bugs involve Safari’s WebKit engine and can lead to an attacker having, essentially, full access to your device — so, really, go update. Planning to use your startup equity as collateral? Hello hello! other stuff.

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