TechCrunch

AUGUST 21, 2023

Why should you go to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 in San Francisco on September 19–21? Five reasons to go to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 1. Network, connect and collaborate You simply won’t find a better time or place to expand your network, with the right people, than at Disrupt. Let us count the reasons.

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Red Rocket

MAY 22, 2024

CB Insights, a leading research organization that tracks venture capital financings, recently released its report on t he state of the venture capital market in 2023. The long story short is: it was a terrible year for raising capital. The global market was down 30% year-over-year, to its lowest levels in six years.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

JANUARY 1, 2024

Let’s start with Artificial intelligence (AI) which was the big event in 2023. While in 2023, everyone was rightly focused on the large language models like OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, Llama, etc, we will see new AI-first applications emerge in 2024 that will start to move the focus and the conversation up the stack. This is a big deal.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 15, 2023

Friday in tech vs Sunday in tech pic.twitter.com/NsuzK5fqty — Yuri Sagalov (@yuris) March 13, 2023 Not a scientific sampling, but several investors signaled this week on Twitter that they remain interested in talking to founders who are still at the idea stage. We do that to prevent an issue with VC investors called “network bias.”

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 18, 2023

Full TechCrunch+ articles are only available to members Use discount code TCPLUSROUNDUP to save 20% off a one- or two-year subscription “Starting a tech company today costs 99% less than it did 18 years ago when Y Combinator was started,” says Brett Calhoun, managing director and general partner at Redbud VC.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 31, 2023

Home sweet HomePod : Brian plugged in the 2023 Apple HomePod and shares what he likes and doesn’t like about it. Startups and VC There are some people on the internet who don’t want to be found. Let’s roll that back a bit : Eldar Tuvey explains how you can cut your SaaS spending by 30% in 2023. You can sign up here.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 25, 2023

This week, DocSend dropped a big load of statistics about the VC activity over the past half year or so. It got so intense, that Bluesky had to impose rate limits to improve network stability , because they got that much traffic. Welcome to Startups Weekly. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Friday. Save 15% with code STARTUPS.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 3, 2023

There’s been an incident : Western Digital says hackers stole data in a “network security incident” that took place last week. Startups and VC In a major blow to shared micromobility companies, Paris has voted to ban rental e-scooters from its streets, Rebecca reports. Alex writes this icon is sending dogecoin to the moon.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 8, 2022

The dynamics that play into this forecast, aside from the impact of COVID, include a youthful population (the youngest globally), rising smartphone adoption and internet penetration that has led to a burgeoning tech ecosystem backed by local and international VC dollars. from 2010 to 2019. and Latin America’s 2.8%. “By

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

After setting records in 2021 as “Zoom investing” took off, how are local startups faring in 2023? “Fundraising has changed significantly and founders at all stages are now taking many first meetings on Zoom,” said Russ Wilcox, a partner at Pillar VC. Attend the TechCrunch City Spotlight: Boston event on February 27, 2023.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 14, 2023

As it carried me through Golden Gate Park at a steady 23 miles per hour (slowing down to 6 mph for every speed bump), I felt like a packet of information being delivered across a network.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 6, 2023

It’s TechCrunch Early Stage 2023! Soon enough, we’ll be coming straight atcha with a host of speakers, workshops, roundtables, and networking opportunities that are sure to accelerate your dream. Are you ready for some green on 4/20? No, not that green. Cut to Mark Wahlberg speeding down the Big Dig, accelerating toward a dream.*

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TechCrunch

MAY 5, 2023

We’re flagging this one, folks, because you have just one week left to take advantage of early-bird pricing on all passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 , taking place on September 19–21 in San Francisco. Seven days to save $800 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 tix Early-bird pricing ends Friday, May 12 at 11:59 p.m. Price now: $450.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 28, 2023

To meet the changing startup landscape, we’re refreshing and reimagining TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 in a big way, with more of what you love and new ways to accelerate your growth — new stages, new content, and new opportunities. Oh, and if you were laid off recently, we are offering a free Expo+ pass to TC Disrupt 2023.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

JANUARY 9, 2023

I read last week that the NYC Department of Education has banned ChatGPT from its networks and devices. USV TEAM POSTS: Albert Wenger — Jan 2, 2023 A Philosophical Start to 2023. I understand that reaction and mentioned the issues that AI/ML create for educators in a post a few weeks ago.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 26, 2023

As VC activity slowed down globally last year, Kenya defied odds to record the strongest growth in funding raised in Africa. Why Africa had no unicorns last year despite record fundraising haul Partech placed Kenya fourth in the list of the top VC destinations after Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt, respectively.

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AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 11, 2023

During the launch event on December 4, 2023, the DTI revealed the Incubation, Development, and Entrepreneurial Assistance (IDEA) Program and the Accelerating Development, Valuation, and Corporate Entrepreneurship (ADVanCE) Program.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Startups and VC Card collectors often dispute how much their cards are worth. Paired up : Mobile carriers, including AT&T and Verizon Wireless, teamed up with AWS and Microsoft to launch Open Gateway , which Ingrid writes is a set of Twilio-like APIs that will enable these carriers to tap into network services for more development.

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TechCrunch

JULY 12, 2022

He goes hard out of the gate with his inaugural story on the site, covering how Wheelocity raises $12 million for its supply chain network for fresh commerce in India. Startups and VC. 10 million for science-based companies : Conscience VC raises oversubscribed fund for consumer companies rooted in science by Becca.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 23, 2023

The first event is on February 1, 2023, and will feature a timely discussion on what to do if your company can’t raise a Series A. Register on Hopin to ask questions and network with guests and other attendees. But going into 2023, there’s new urgency behind this mission. Of course, TechCrunch Live is free to attend.

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Hunter Walk

DECEMBER 30, 2022

What there isn’t a whole lot of: Early stage investors with institutional lead check experience (and a small support team, large networks, etc), who are investing their own capital, in a flexible manner, and then working post-investment to provide additional ongoing support. Another place for experiments and improvements in 2023.

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Founder Bounty

JANUARY 9, 2023

Access to funding It will give you a great network which may open many doors and Venture capital introductions you may need to help you grow fast. My famous startups have been vc funded but we are seeing more boostrapped startups which is great.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 14, 2023

Hardware gets its turn in the spotlight at Disrupt 2023 …Exciting times! Speaking of being shut down : Parler, the social media network that emerged when former president Donald Trump was banned from other sites, has a new owner. of all VC investment, funding for women remains “meh” in Q1 2023.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 20, 2023

Building more diversity at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 Eligible TC Include founders can apply to purchase a TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 pass for 75% off the current founder pass rate — starting now and running through August 18. Announcing the TC Include Founders program at Disrupt 2023 by Lauren Simonds originally published on TechCrunch

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Jason Malki

OCTOBER 24, 2023

He then transitioned to MicroVentures as a Venture Deal Flow Associate before joining Render Capital in March 2023. Triet has a wealth of experience in portfolio support, angel investing, venture scout networks, advising emerging funds and startups, and has also been a founder himself. How did you break into tech investing?

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TechCrunch

MAY 9, 2023

The company, which uses a combination of computer vision and machine learning to create a system that can quickly and accurately inspect vehicles, has raised $100 million in a Series D funding round led by Hanaco VC, a venture capital firm based in New York and Tel Aviv. Existing investors GM Ventures, CarMax, W.R. Berkley Corporation, F.I.T.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 24, 2023

We have only 7 days left of early-bird pricing to TechCrunch Early Stage 2023 in Boston on April 20. We’re talking more than 40 highly engaging presentations, workshops and roundtables with interactive Q&As and plenty of time for networking. Here are just a few examples of the topics we have on tap.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Investors in the round include Caruso Ventures, Vision VC Fund, e& capital, investment pillar of e& (formerly known as Etisalat Group), DFDF (Dubai Future District Fund), WIN (Webit Investment Network), SRMG, Elbert Capital, and Yasta Partners, Faith Capital, Panthera Capital. Seven existing investors participated as well.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

DECEMBER 22, 2023

With CredoVentures VC , I collaborated to enhance the capabilities of startup engineering leaders through mentoring and workshops. That is why, my focus was divided into three main segments in 2023: Advisory : I served as a Fractional VPE for selected companies, typically three per year. The community is at the heart of this endeavor.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Alongside lead investor Lotte Chemical and investment company KTB Network, General Motors’ corporate venture capital arm, GM Ventures, signed on as a strategic investor. ” Soelect is not the only battery company that the VC invested in recently. .

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TechCrunch

MARCH 17, 2023

I shy away from sharing hot takes, but here’s one: With contagion contained, the VC community feels good about writing smallish checks for pre-revenue startups, but Series A and up? Más o menos. In his latest TC+ post, he shares five action items “that could help your biotech startup navigate a cooling fundraising environment.”

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Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 3, 2024

As the experience of one leading angel group powerfully illustrates , the difference in returns for portfolio companies having a Central Texas Angel Network (CTAN) member on the Board was 7x higher than lacking a CTAN Board member. This is the third consecutive yearly decline in angel Directorships.

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AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Consider starting as an LP in funds for diversified exposure, access to deal flow, and networking opportunities. For founders opting for VC funding, swift closure of funding rounds is advised to maintain focus on product development. If opting for VC funding, close funding rounds swiftly to maintain focus on product development.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 25, 2023

We have only 7 days left of early-bird pricing to TechCrunch Early Stage 2023 in Boston on April 20. We’re talking more than 40 highly engaging presentations, workshops and roundtables with interactive Q&As and plenty of time for networking. Here are just a few examples of the topics we have on tap.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 6, 2023

In mid-July 75 women of color-owned small businesses will learn of their grant awards and be given access to a “self-paced learning portal and peer-to-peer community networking.” Accepted grantees will be notified in July 2023. The “3 rd Annual Fearless Fund VC Summit” will be held August 18-19, 2023.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 17, 2022

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. They’ll unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines and will wade through the hype to keep you up-to-date on the world of business, tech and VC.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 15, 2022

The growth plan comes against the backdrop of $1 million seed funding it has raised in round led by GIIG Africa Fund, with participation from Japanese-based Samurai VC, a family office, and existing investors. This brings total amount raised by the startup, which received its pre-seed funding last year, to $1.3

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