TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

TechCrunch Disrupt 2022 is weeks away, and today I’m thrilled to announce the 200 startups selected to participate in the first ever Startup Battlefield 200 cohort. These rising-star startups represent the innovation taking place across these tech categories: Hardware, Robotics, AI + ML. Education, HR + Future of Work.

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Revolution

MAY 11, 2023

The soundbite: “What distinguishes the apex innovators from behemoths who disappear? Many climate-focused industries and technologies are so new that policymakers are still learning what they are, making education and proactive outreach essential. Seed- and Early-Stage U.S, Here are some key insights from the event.

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Startup Grind

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Many have tried to revolutionize education and failed. Education startups need science and research based evidence on their approach to learning and education. I would definitely recommend UCL educate program for that side. They failed to cope with the disruption in the market.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 5, 2022

A world-class tech conference like TechCrunch Disrupt — coming to you live and in person in San Francisco on October 18-20 — doesn’t just happen. One of the things our partners do best is provide their expertise and educational resources. One of the things our partners do best is provide their expertise and educational resources.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Selected from the most competitive batch in TC history, selected founders from across the globe will pitch on the virtual stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021. To watch the pitches, join us at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 here. Today, TechCrunch is excited to announce the 20 startups pitching onstage in this year’s Startup Battlefield.

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500

OCTOBER 25, 2019

In the decade since the Great Recession, we have seen digital upstarts – taking advantage of disruptive technologies from AI to IoT – reshape the economy and the corporate pecking order. Conventional wisdom dictated that incumbents should focus their innovation efforts on R&D and growing their cash cows while investing in a few startups.

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David Teten VC

AUGUST 2, 2021

Joe Reilly , CEO of Circulus Group and a longtime contributor to Family Wealth Report , interviewed me to share views on disruption in asset management, my research into the field, and where the industry needs to be headed. And second, I wanted to inform the strategy of my new firm, Versatile VC , from the most educated point of view. .

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 10, 2022

We’re literally days away from the first in-person TechCrunch Disrupt since 2019 — and we can’t wait to get this party started on October 18. Every year our partners bring their expertise, develop and deliver relevant content and offer resources that educate, engage and support early-stage founders. PDT) and you’ll save $700.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 13, 2022

Stay educated. Your team can utilize many online resources to stay educated on the risks. Building strong security habits requires constant innovation and assessment, plus active participation from all team members, so be prepared to iterate in order to stay protected. Be open to change. Avoid it at all costs. .

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 17, 2023

With the goal of getting the world to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, Breakthrough Energy’s fellows program seeks to help innovators accelerate their clean technology. Climate innovators are critical players in the fight to solve the climate crisis. Climate innovators are critical players in the fight to solve the climate crisis.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 4, 2022

We’re less than a month away from TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18–20 in San Francisco! With over 20 years of leadership and entrepreneurial experience in technology and media, Jim Lanzone has a proven track record of driving growth and innovation. TechCrunch Disrupt takes place on October 18–20.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 13, 2023

It’s hard to believe it but TechCrunch Disrupt — only one of the most engaging, fun, well-attended startup events in the world — is around the corner, taking place September 19–21! Outsiders may not realize just how much work goes into planning Disrupt. If you want to receive this in your inbox every Sunday, sign up here.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 29, 2018

“The Middle East consists of developing nations and, sadly, we are consumers of innovation and create very little of it ourselves. I want to encourage more innovative thinking.”. Add to that, the dozens of courses I’ve attended and home education programs I’ve listened to. Promoting Disruption.

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TechCrunch

MAY 5, 2021

Historically, one of the most effective ways to do that is to exhibit in Startup Alley , at TechCrunch Disrupt. This year at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 (September 21-23) we’re shaking up history and adding a new layer of opportunity exclusively for founders who apply for a Startup Alley Pass.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 28, 2016

As President and co-owner of the 102-year-old Lamey Wellehan shoe stores, Jim Wellehan used sustainability to foster innovation and remain relevant in the face of fierce competition. With little formal education and using this principle, Cheung Yan founded Nine Dragons Paper and became one of the richest women in China.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 11, 2022

TechCrunch Disrupt — taking place October 18–20 in San Francisco — is the world-class tech conference where startups go to grow. One of the things our partners do best is provide their expertise and educational resources. One of the things our partners do best is provide their expertise and educational resources.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

We look at huge markets where there are large incumbents that might not be incented to innovate or react to what they perceive as an insurgent. Big companies just don’t seem to innovate the same way. We will invest pre-revenue and even pre-product if we have discovered the right team in the right kind of market.

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TechCrunch

MAY 21, 2021

Every company wants to be innovative, but innovation comes with its share of difficulties. One key challenge for early-stage companies that are disrupting a particular space or creating a new category is figuring out how to sell a unique product to customers who have never bought such a solution. More posts by this contributor.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 22, 2020

You have to go back to the Depression and World War II to find a disruption of this magnitude—and that shaped an entire generation. Hopefully, we can be a little more innovative with material reuse than my mom cutting up her parent’s basement carpet to cover the holes in her shoes as a kid.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 11, 2023

Our engineering team worked closely with BlueHalo throughout the process, leveraging all of HX5’s material advantages to create an innovative, tough-to-kill unmanned aerial system designed for complex battlespace environments.” developed and manufactured UAS system that alleviates supply chain disruptions and bolsters system security.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Just ask Stacey Brewer and Ryan Harrison , EO Johannesburg members who are redefining the educational ecosystem in South Africa. Historically, South Africa is ranked among the worst-performing education systems in the world. SB: “The state of education in South Africa is stark at the moment.

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Impact Hub

MARCH 5, 2025

How women innovators in Asia-Pacific are transforming food security, nutrition and climate action With 370+ million people facing undernutrition and climate change disrupting agriculture, these women-led innovations are stepping up to create lasting solutions. But the innovation doesnt stop at farming.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

My firm, GRP Partners, invested in the company that innovated this entire category – Overture (formerly known as GoTo.com). At at time where nearly all advertising was purchased on a CPM (cost per thousand) basis and not very measurable this was a huge innovation that should be credited to Bill Gross, the founder of IdeaLab.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 1, 2016

Just ask Stacey Brewer and Ryan Harrison , EO Johannesburg members who are redefining the educational ecosystem in South Africa. Historically, South Africa ranks among the worst-performing education systems in the world. SB/ “The state of education in South Africa is stark at the moment.

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This is going to be BIG.

OCTOBER 11, 2021

We’ve had a serious disruption in the way we work that has been better in some ways, for some people, and worse in others. How can we innovate in the enterprise to make work better for my budding little professional? What about her education? How will Mirren work?

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 5, 2010

But AOL brought online services, email, chat and discussion boards to the masses and thus educated a generation that paved the way for others. So Fox ludicrously set up a quasi internal innovation center called Slingshot Labs. This was Politburo-style innovation and was laughable. AOL was closed, the Internet was open.

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TechCrunch

MAY 6, 2021

TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield is one of the most popular parts of our annual TechCrunch Disrupt conference which is happening on September 21-23 this year. Garvey herself currently sits on the boards of Riipen, FourthRev, Holberton School and Ellevation Education. Startups: You can apply to be a part of the action here.

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TechCrunch

JULY 6, 2022

It’s a vital question, and it’s why we’ve invited three investors — who we think know their stuff — to share their insight and advice on the TechCrunch+ stage at TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18-20 in San Francisco. As a consultant at Bain and Company, Case worked with clients in technology, private equity and education.

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Tomasz Tunguz

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Startups are innovation machines. Some companies want to change the world in one dimension: a better product or a disruptive go-to-market. Others want to innovate in every dimension and re-invent every discipline from pricing to marketing to support to customer success. We wanted to be innovative.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 16, 2020

Sparks of innovation need to be fueled by firsthand experience, connections to capital, and influence sharing. In September, we'll run a virtual event on Education led by former Google Classroom PM and current new founder Ope Bukola. We’ll follow with events on Fintech, Climate, AI, and other sectors of innovator interest.

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AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Register Hailing from Singapore, Jeshua Soh is a young and dynamic angel investor who has woven a narrative that curves through unconventional education, accidental entrepreneurship, and a globetrotting escapade to over 55 countries across five continents.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2025

One that is resilient about their vision, takes risks to advance their innovations, possesses the hustle and ability to execute their vision, pursues growth, and accepts setbacks as learning opportunities during their entrepreneurial journey, Also, offered are actionable startup strategies to navigate the challenging landscape of business creation.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JUNE 25, 2024

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA (Ben Franklin CNP) continues its mission of catalyzing innovation and fostering growth in the technology sector with its recent investments in eight dynamic companies. This innovative approach is set to make significant contributions to cancer research and treatment.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

AT&T small business is providing innovative and business-changing solutions. That was a number one priority as they reached out to local government education spaces. We've been hearing it a lot — this time in history presents a lot of opportunity for disruption. Disruption comes from this space. Disruptive Innovation.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Our goals are to activate accredited investors and fund innovative, early-stage companies developing potentially disruptive products and services. Information about the SDAC VI fund and participating in investor education, networking, and USD President’s Club events, visit www.thesdangels.com/angel-investor.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 22, 2016

Just ask Stacey Brewer and Ryan Harrison , EO Johannesburg members who are redefining the educational ecosystem in South Africa. Historically, South Africa ranks among the worst-performing education systems in the world. SB/ “The state of education in South Africa is stark at the moment.

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Revolution

JANUARY 19, 2021

And like many other industries, “business as usual” has been completely disrupted by the coronavirus. For many of those cities– who have been laying the foundational bricks of innovation and entrepreneurship in their communities for the last decade or more?—?this Part I) Cities are Like Startups Cities are like startups.

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