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Cyberattacks: Why Cybersecurity Needs to be a Priority for Startups

StartupNation

Cyberattacks are nothing new, but until recently the general consensus in the world of startups and small business was that only big, public companies with plenty of cash, clout and valuable data had to worry about them. That mindset is changing. While a cyberattack can do serious damage to a large company, most likely they will recover and move on.

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These 4 Branding Mistakes Can Sink Your Business (And How to Avoid Them)

Smart Hustle Magazine

By Shayne Tilley, Head of Marketing at 99designs by Vistaprint. A brand is a multi-faceted thing – and every business has one, whether you like it or not. It includes everything from the look and feel of your business to how your customers feel about you. Done well, your branding can help you stand out from the crowd, shape your reputation, and win loyal customers.

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How to Fix a Racially Biased Venture Capital Model and Commit to Diversity in Entrepreneurship

StartupNation

In the wake of the murder of George Floyd and nationwide protests, venture capital firms are making newfound commitments to invest in, or at least evaluate, potential investments that are led by diverse founders. Although commitments such as SoftBank’s $100 million fund to support people of color may seem like a leap forward, when we consider the $120 billion of dry powder (available funds remaining to invest) that the industry saw in mid-2019, these proclamations are merely a drop in the bucket

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Komunidad, a Philippines-based environmental intelligence platform, lands seed round

TechCrunch

The Philippines is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, with geography that makes it vulnerable to typhoons, floods, volcanos, earthquakes and droughts. While working in IT, Felix Ayque began compiling cyclone reports and sending them as email alerts to communities. His work evolved into environmental intelligence platform Komunidad , which collects data from government and private sources, and turns it into customizable analytics to help clients react quickly to potential disa

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Digitalization: 5 Tech Updates That Will Help You Survive The Recession & Thrive

Lack of digitalization decreases business competitiveness. To thrive, embracing modern solutions becomes essential. The approach to digitalization often aligns with a company's business model. This shift not only boosts productivity but also automates processes and improves security. The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.

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A renewed admiration for the entrepreneurs

Innovation 2 Enterprise

By Scott Meacham. Success of Oklahoma ventures has given me renewed admiration for the entrepreneurs who built those companies. We have had multiple successful portfolio exits in recent years — including Selexys, WeGoLook, and Alkami (originally iThryv). Just this month, Spiers New Technologies (SNT) was acquired by Cox Mobility, a division of Cox Automotive, a business unit of Cox Enterprises, a billion dollar privately held global conglomerate.

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Errors and Omissions Coverage Is A Must for Technology Businesses

StartupNation

In early September, I attended the Ann Arbor New Tech showcase. This event featured several startups in the technology sector, ranging from software programming to app development. After three presentations, I offered a two-minute spiel on business insurance, how to procure it for new enterprises and the potential coverages needed to secure a business’ financial future.

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The 10 Biggest Competitors of Instagram

Feedough

Instagram or Insta, as Gen Z calls it, was launched. Read more.

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[Zoomcar in Egypt Today] Indian car rental platform Zoomcar begins operations in Egypt

OurCrowd

Zoomcar, a car rental company based in India, has announced the expansion of its business in the Middle East to include Egypt. Read more here. The post [Zoomcar in Egypt Today] Indian car rental platform Zoomcar begins operations in Egypt appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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