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InstaDeep’s acquisition is a classic case of an African startup gone global 

TechCrunch

Tunisia, due to its inhibiting government policies, is an unfriendly place to operate any startup or access venture capital — excluding InstaDeep, Tunisian startups raised $17 million last year, according to a report by VC firm Partech. On the other side of the table are somewhat naive views that argue InstaDeep’s “Africanity.”

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Is ocean conservation the next climate tech? 7 investors explain why they’re all in

TechCrunch

I’m not sure I would characterize the ocean economy as recession-proof, but the investment opportunities are real from a venture capital perspective,” said Tim Agnew, general partner at Bold Ocean Ventures. That doesn’t mean that investors aren’t bullish, though.

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TechCrunch+ roundup: Palihapitiya on SPACs, inside Rivian’s IPO, BaaS pros talk shop

TechCrunch

Besides my experience, I read and talk about diversity in tech every day, so when I was offered a chance to speak to three founders from underrepresented groups at TechCrunch Disrupt, I was eager for the opportunity. Founders seeking to raise their first round of capital may feel overwhelmed by the prospect,” Mary Ann Azevedo writes.

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TechCrunch: Where top VCs are investing in construction robotics

Dream It

Via TechCrunch by Arman Tabatabai: Venture capital has been flooding the various subverticals under the robotics umbrella in recent years, and the construction space is one of the largest beneficiaries. Finishing is the ripest for disruption. This is an indication that the industry is ready for disruption.

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Newsletter: Car and motorbike safety + Sustaining Israel’s startups

OurCrowd

OurCrowd’s Top 10 Post-Pandemic Tech Trends offers invaluable insight into what will be hot, disruptive and investible in startups for the coming 12 months. From the summit, it is easy to be dazzled by the achievements of Israel’s venture capital colossus. Watch the full interview here and read the story here. Learn More.