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

TechCrunch

And so when we had discussions with Karim over his vision and strategy, we quickly realized that InstaDeep could transform from an African leader in AI to a global player.” They were developing specific technology that could impact many sectors,” noted Jilani on InstaDeep’s pioneering tech. That was crazy.

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3 Marketing Tips for Small Business Owners to Succeed in 2021

Smart Hustle Magazine

2021 is all about establishing new relationships and routines that were disrupted in 2020. Have you started escalating customer data collection as a priority yet? In this day and age, “customer data” has to go beyond the email address. There is another win-back strategy. Humans are creatures of habit. Contributor.

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Developing Rapid-Response Plans for Cities to Help Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses in This Time of Economic Crisis

Forward Cities

As the Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University recently wrote , “cities need to organize economic stabilization teams… to offer short-term, focused relief until the federal government can offer some direct relief.” As disruptive as COVID-19 is, new entrepreneurial opportunities will open up because of it.

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Extra Crunch roundup: TC Mobility recaps, Nubank EC-1, farewell to browser cookies

TechCrunch

“As in any disruptive industry, the forecast may be cloudier than the rosy picture painted by passionate founders and investors,” Aria Alamalhodaei writes. What’s driving the rise of robotaxis in China with AutoX, Momenta and WeRide. The air taxi market prepares to take flight. Image Credits: Bryce Durbin.

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5 construction tech investors analyze 2022 trends and opportunities

TechCrunch

Often, industries that have great potential to be disrupted are also the most resistant to adopting bleeding-edge technology. For example, we haven’t yet partnered with any companies in robotics, procurement and finance, and labor management, but we’re seeing a lot of interesting early players emerge. Is there a killer app?

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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. 3 founders share strategies for navigating bias and building confidence. Thanks again to the panelists who joined me.

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TechCrunch: Where top VCs are investing in construction robotics

Dream It

Finishing is the ripest for disruption. Over the last few years, we’ve seen many entrepreneurs begin to tackle challenges in the construction world using robotics and AI, ranging from data-collection to completion of actual construction tasks like electrical wiring, drywall installation, concrete pouring, pad leveling and much more.