Revolution

JUNE 21, 2022

Last month, we gathered more than 150 investors across 42 states with more than $180 billion in assets under management to explore new frontiers in regional investment. Our inaugural Beyond Silicon Valley Summit was timely for several reasons. First, 2022 marked ten years of Rise of the Rest?—?a decade-long commitment to closing the funding gap between coastal tech hubs and rising cities, creating a more inclusive entrepreneurial future.

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NZ Entrepreneur

JUNE 21, 2022

Want to tap in to the best startup advice from entrepreneurs who are out there doing it? Welcome to ‘500 Founders’ where we ask startup founders and innovators from around New Zealand, What is one piece of advice you would give to people working on their first startup and why? Thomas Clyma – Cofounder. TheTestMart. “When starting on the journey of bringing an idea to life you will probably think you have the best idea in the world, and nothing in the market will be able to comp

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TechCrunch

JUNE 21, 2022

Based in Vietnam, Anfin wants to turn more people into stock investors with features like fractional trading and in-app communities. The Y Combinator alum announced today it has raised a $4.8 million pre-Series A led by angel investor Clement Benoit, the founder of Stuart and Not So Dark, and Y Combinator. Participants in the round also included Rebel VC, Kharis Capital, Newman Capital, First Check Ventures, Micro Ventures, Springcamp and AngelHub.

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Andreessen Horowitz

JUNE 21, 2022

On behalf of a16z, I am thrilled to welcome Joe Morrissey as a General Partner to the a16z Growth team. Joe will focus on investing in enterprise companies—from the moment they’ve found product-market fit, all the way through to when … The post Joe Morrissey appeared first on Andreessen Horowitz.

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Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

JUNE 21, 2022

Welcome to another edition of our new newsletter! You’ll receive the best practical startup advice straight to your inbox every week. In this week’s edition, we discuss: Approaching the funding raising process from a VCs point of view The future of cryptocurrency in 2022 Is your side hustle profitable or a waste of time? Let’s get to it. A founder’s guide to startup due diligence What are your chances of actually getting funded by a top VC?

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

JUNE 21, 2022

There are hundreds of accelerators, but do they actually help? Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».

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GCUC

JUNE 21, 2022

ICYMI: GCUC NA took place in Seattle last month and brought together hundreds of owners, operators, vendors and workplace enthusiasts alike. It was an. The post GCUC is back and headed to London appeared first on GCUC Community.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

JUNE 21, 2022

And why my competitors’ marketing looks completely different. Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

OurCrowd, Israel’s most active venture firm, today announced its partnership with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), under its Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) programme. The GIA is a platform that serves to catalyze cross-border collaboration between Singapore and major innovation hubs globally. Read more here. The post [OurCrowd in StartupHub.ai] OurCrowd first Israeli company to partner with the Singapore Economic Development Board in the Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) programm

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Feedough

JUNE 21, 2022

So you are a gamer looking to monetise your skills. Read more. The post How To Make Money Playing Games? – A Guide appeared first on Feedough.

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

Popular PlayAndEarn game, Axie Infinity, partners with Nas Academy, an online education platform created by content creator Nuseir Yassin of Nas Daily. Read more here. The post [Nas Academy in BSC News] Nas Academy partners with Axie Infinity to offer Creator Academy fellowships appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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Feedough

JUNE 21, 2022

Twitter isn’t your usual social network. It’s not like Facebook, Read more. The post A Detailed Guide To Using Twitter For Business appeared first on Feedough.

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

Investment has been flowing into the Israeli high-tech arena for years, accumulating a record-breaking $25 billion in 2021 alone. It’s no secret that the country is home to one of the hottest tech hubs on the globe, earning itself the nickname “The Startup Nation.” With more than 6,000 active startups, it’s also the global leader in startups per capita.

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Gust

JUNE 21, 2022

This post originally appeared on Forecastr‘s blog. A good fundraising pitch should be laser-focused on the needs of the investor. This means you’ll need to do your homework ahead of time to find out what they’re looking for and how your opportunity matches up. One way to demonstrate your value in a way that makes sense […]. The post 5 Key Metrics You Need to Crush for Fundraising Success appeared first on Gust.

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

NEW YORK, June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BioLumic Inc. (“BioLumic”) today announced the closing of a $13.5-million Series B funding round that will be used to accelerate commercial growth for its cutting-edge, patented agricultural technology that harnesses the power of ultraviolet light to improve plant productivity. The funding round is led by OurCrowd and is joined by Finistere Ventures, Icehouse Ventures, Rabo Ventures, Entourage Effect Capital, Arcview Ventures Seed Fund, Flatiron V

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Secure Docs

JUNE 21, 2022

Executing due diligence may be the single most important factor in successfully closing an M&A deal. When done right, the process requires a lot of time, resources, and careful planning. It’s worth it; solid execution will bear the fruit of a quicker close with the right partner. Let’s go over some key tips for sell-side leaders to see their company through a smooth transaction.

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Entrepreneur's Handbook

JUNE 21, 2022

If you want to end recurring disagreements, you need to understand the deeper issues creating problems for your team Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

BALTIMORE, June 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Connexa Sports Technologies Inc. (Nasdaq: CNXA) (www.connexasports.com) is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, PlaySight Interactive (www.playsight.com) has signed a technology partnership agreement with the athletic department at Emerson College, a private college with its main campus located in Boston, MA.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JUNE 21, 2022

Running a business successfully takes accurate planning and forecasting. It’s normal to have the number of clients you service fluctuate over time and for business to come in surges and spurts. Some industries are busier at specific times of the year and find recurring downtimes that fit predictable patterns. In others, however, what’s hot one moment, and not the next, can be difficult to foresee.

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

Ravin’s patented technology leverages stationary cameras using deep learning AI algorithms to enhance vehicle report accuracy and improve transparency between car users, service providers, and businesses. Read more here. The post [Ravin in Automotive World] Ravin AI granted patent for vehicle “Damage-Finder” system appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

JUNE 21, 2022

The last six months have been a challenging time for tech and tech startups. Macro events have weighed on the sector, valuations have come crashing down, revenue growth has slowed (or stopped), and layoffs are happening across the sector. Many of the folks I work with are frustrated. The things that were working in their business stopped working and they can’t get it moving again.

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

An array of Israeli technology is emerging to ease some of the current pain points of travel. Read more here. The post [IntellAct, CorrActions and SeeTrue in Jewish News] How Israeli technology is helping travel firms navigate summer holiday chaos appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

ATLANTA, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — American Airlines Cargo has taken another major step forward in the digitalization of its cargo operations by deploying IBS Software’s latest iPartner Customer (iPC) solution to allow seamless, fast integration with leading digital marketplace WebCargo, a Freightos Group company. Read more here. The post [Freightos in PR Newswire] American Airlines Cargo partners with IBS Software to fast-track WebCargo integration appeared first on OurCrowd Blo

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OurCrowd

JUNE 21, 2022

NEW YORK, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Interbrand, the world’s leading brand consultancy, today launched its 2022 Breakthrough Brands Report – with Web3, Climate Tech and boutique health brands set to go mainstream. Read more here. The post [Arcadia in PR Newswire] Interbrand launches “2022 Breakthrough Brands” Report showcasing the 30 emerging brands that will disrupt the US market appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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