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TechCrunch+ roundup: SBA startup loans, quarterly board decks, bootstrappers’ delight

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shared her advice for entrepreneurs who are focused on climate and sustainability: “If your business activities have produced desired results and repeatable cycles — like developing a new product and distributing it through local markets — then you are ready to multiply.” Build a solid deck for your quarterly board meetings.

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Micromobility operator Veo raises $16M to fund U.S. expansion

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Shared micromobility operator Veo has raised $16 million in new funding as the company ramps up its expansion plans in the United States. Veo, which was founded in 2017, has sought venture funding a bit later in the game than other micromobility companies. The Astro 4 is the first shared e-scooter with turn signals, according to Veo.

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Singapore-based micromobility startup Beam secures $93M Series B, enters new markets

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Beam , a Singaporean shared micromobility operator, announced today that it has raised $93 million in a Series B round to accelerate growth into new countries in Asia. Advanced rider assistance systems: Tech spawned by the politics of micromobility.

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Daily Crunch: London-based SumUp pins $8.5B valuation with $624M debt-equity round 

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billion valuation, reflecting its sustained growth. MasterClass , the platform that sells subscriptions to celebrity-led classes, cut 20% of its team — roughly 120 people — to “get to self-sustainability faster.” Micromobility ain’t looking so hot these days, either, unfortunately.

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Extra Crunch roundup: Klaviyo EC-1, micromobility’s second wave, UiPath CFO interview, more

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Several micromobility companies once operated in my city, but consolidation has reduced that to a small handful. This in-depth industry analysis shows how increased regulation on the local level and changing consumer habits are pushing micromobility providers to adapt and innovate. Image Credits: TechCrunch/Bryce Durbin.

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5 key innovations taking e-scooters to a half-billion rides in 2021

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Understanding the key developments that helped advance micromobility over the past several years can give us valuable insights not only into where the industry is headed, but about how we can successfully shape it to meet the needs of hundreds of millions of current and future riders around the world. 1: Shared scooters launched (fall 2017).

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After pressure from NYC DOT, Joco pivots to e-bike delivery rentals

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We were just trying to make the world a more efficient, enjoyable and sustainable place, but looking back it was a huge blessing. Docked charging stations have helped the company almost eliminate the costs that have stunted profitability for dockless micromobility companies, like charging vehicles and maintenance, Cohen of London said.