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Why TransUnion led blockchain fintech Spring Labs’ $30M Series B

TechCrunch

A number of fintechs have popped up as of late aiming to disrupt the traditional model of evaluating an individual’s creditworthiness. It’s raising a $30 million Series B, led by TransUnion — one of the largest incumbents in an industry that Spring Labs is looking to shake up. Spring Labs is one of them.

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Restrictions on acquisitions would stifle the US startup ecosystem, not rein in big tech

TechCrunch

Congressional committees have held scores of hearings, lawsuits have been filed and legislation has been introduced to regulate privacy and data collection. NVCA-Pitchbook data on acquisitions and IPOs back up the sentiment of founders when it comes to likely exit opportunities.