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Scamnetic’s $13M Series A to Scale AI-Powered Scam Detection

American Entrepreneurship

billion in 2023. As a homegrown company, Scamnetic is actively contributing to the regions economic development by creating high-skilled jobs, attracting venture capital, and fostering technology leadership. A Critical Market Need The urgency of Scamnetics mission is underscored by startling financial losses: U.S.

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NEC X Accepting Applications for Elev X! Ignite Venture Studio

American Entrepreneurship

The Venture Studio program provides founders with resources and up to $200K of equity funding to develop their vision into a business with substantial market impact. applicants have more than doubled year over year since 2023 and its network of tech experts and entrepreneurs now encompasses more than 6,000 entrepreneurs worldwide.

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GEN NZ Unconference and Workshops for Entrepreneurs, Auckland 7-8 August 2025

NZ Entrepreneur

The GEN NZ chapter was recognised as Country of the Year at the 2023 Global Entrepreneurship Congress, hosted annually by GEN. Debi Roder : What Is Economic Development? A practical workshop demystifying economic development and how ESOs can better connect with local efforts to spark collaboration and innovation.

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LUUM’s Eyelash Extension Innovation Garners $30M Series A Round

American Entrepreneurship

Prior to joining LUUM, Lawson’s 15 year career included shaping brand strategies and product development across global brands such as Apple, PayPal and Movado. Amundson serves as Vice President of Engineering, where he spearheads the development of the company’s systems for automated eyelash extension application.

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Figma's S-1: A PLG Powerhouse

Tomasz Tunguz

The data also shows Figma’s Research & Development spend nearly equals Sales & Marketing spend. For every dollar spent on sales & marketing in 2023, Figma generated a dollar of new gross profit in 2024. This is the PLG model at its best. Figma’s product is its primary marketing engine.

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Te W’anake The Foundry Marks Two Years of Supporting South Taranaki Entrepreneurs

NZ Entrepreneur

Since opening in February 2023, the Hwera-based space has offered 30 desks, private offices, meeting and event rooms, high-quality video conferencing equipment, high-speed internet, and excellent coffee. The name Te Wanake fittingly translates to move forward, grow and develop.

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20 Years As a CEO: What I Wish I Knew Then

StartupNation

Encourage open conversations and develop a feedback-sharing culture : Don’t be judgmental, saying, “ I’m the adult in this room; I know what is best for you! Pre-developed technology is much cheaper. Onboard new hires as if it were a “Welcome home” party. Create traditions and rituals (also, don’t shy away from internal jokes).