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Rosetta

A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

Our portfolio company Coinbase released an open source framework for crypto asssets to make it easier to list them on crypto exchanges. It is called Rosetta. Coinbase is encouraging blockchain projects to integrate Rosetta so that they can more easily list new assets on the Coinbase Exchange. But as this Coindesk post outlines, any crypto exchange can adopt Rosetta so this could be something that levels the field for everyone.

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THE TECHCELERATOR@STATE COLLEGE ANNOUNCES PITCH WINNERS!

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

STATE COLLEGE, PA – On Wednesday, June 17, 2020, The Tech Celerator @StateCollege, a partnership with Invent Penn State that has helped create more than 130 new startups, hosted a zoom pitch event. Six local entrepreneurial teams, who had just completed the ten-week business startup boot camp, virtually presented their business concepts to a panel of judges in hopes of winning a $10,000 cash prize.

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June Webinar Announcement | CO.STARTERS + Launchbox

Forward Cities

Join Forward Cities , CO.STARTERS , and The Corner Launchbox to explore how New Kensington, PA is an emerging corridor of innovation working to build a more equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem by creating alignment among public, private, and nonprofit partners. The free webinar will take place on June 25 at 1 pm ET. Registration is limited, reserve your spot today !

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Ben Franklin Invests in Local Tech Companies Developing Solutions Related to Impact of COVID-19

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

Nine tech-companies in central and northern PA, that are developing solutions related to the impact of COVID-19 on the state and its economy, received an investment from Ben Franklin Technology Partners/CNP. The funding will allow them to support operations, add employees, and further develop and commercialize new products, processes, or software applications.

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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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Angel Fundamentals: Understanding Equity Deal Terms - Investor Rights/Protection

The Seraf Compass

Earlier in this deal terms series, we observed that the concepts covered in a typical term sheet can be grouped into four main categories of investor concerns: Deal Economics; Investor Rights/Protection; Governance, Management & Control; and Exits/Liquidity. In this article we are going to tackle the provisions in the Investor Rights/Protection category.

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Traditional marketing vs. social engagement

Berkonomics

Woe to those teaching yesterday’s methods. We all know that the world of marketing has turned upside down these past years through the power of the Internet. College professors teaching marketing must be having a real challenge keeping up with the new channels of communication, the relative values of advertising buys in this new world and explaining how to make the most out of these cheaper and more powerful channels.

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Community of Cultivators: Edition 32

GCUC

Here at GCUC we are immensely fortunate to cross paths and work with so many amazing people. Through our work, we’ve cultivated a global. The post Community of Cultivators: Edition 32 appeared first on GCUC Community.

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[Morphisec in PR Web] Morphisec Named 2020 Technology Pioneer by The World Economic Forum

OurCrowd

Morphisec, the worldwide leader in Advanced Threat Prevention, has been named a 2020 Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum. Dedicated to protecting global enterprises from the most dangerous and sophisticated cyber attacks, Morphisec has been recognized for its transformative endpoint security solution. Read more here. The post [Morphisec in PR Web] Morphisec Named 2020 Technology Pioneer by The World Economic Forum appeared first on OurCrowd.

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[BlueNalu in The Spoon] BlueNalu Announces New, Expanded Facility to Bring its Cell-Based Seafood to Test Markets

OurCrowd

BlueNalu, which creates cell-based seafood, announced today that it is expanding its R&D and manufacturing space with a new HQ facility in San Diego. Read more here. The post [BlueNalu in The Spoon] BlueNalu Announces New, Expanded Facility to Bring its Cell-Based Seafood to Test Markets appeared first on OurCrowd.

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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[DarioHealth in Yahoo Finance] Dario Health to Host Key Opinion Leader Call on Digital Therapeutics for the Management of Diabetes and Other Chronic Conditions

OurCrowd

DarioHealth Corp. (Nasdaq: DRIO), a pioneer in the global digital therapeutics market, today announced that it will host a key opinion leader (KOL) call on digital therapeutics for the management of diabetes and other chronic conditions on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Read more here. The post [DarioHealth in Yahoo Finance] Dario Health to Host Key Opinion Leader Call on Digital Therapeutics for the Management of Diabetes and Other Chronic Conditions appeared first on OurCro

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[DarioHealth in Med Gadget] DMedtronic’s MiniMed 780G with Artificial Pancreas Capabilities Cleared in EU

OurCrowd

Medtronic won the EU CE Mark for its MiniMed 780G closed loop insulin pump that features both Medtronic’s own SmartGuard algorithm and MD-Logic, an algorithm developed by DreaMed Diabetes, a small Israeli firm. The system, indicated to be used by patients with type 1 diabetes between ages 7 and 80, automatically delivers both basal insulin and correcting boluses every five minutes, if necessary.

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[Influitive in MarTech Series] Influitive Launches Game-Changing Buyer Experience Platform

OurCrowd

Influitive Corporation—a leading provider of customer advocacy and engagement software—today announced the launch of its new open hub, Influitive Experience. Read more here. The post [Influitive in MarTech Series] Influitive Launches Game-Changing Buyer Experience Platform appeared first on OurCrowd.

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[OurCrowd in The Jerusalem Post] COVID-19 supply disruption could be opportunity for Israeli start-ups

OurCrowd

Speaking to The Jerusalem Post ahead of addressing the OurCrowd Pandemic Innovation Conference on Monday, former Amazon manager Ackerman said he believes the same disruption will also provide “rampant opportunities” for innovators in Israel. Read more here. The post [OurCrowd in The Jerusalem Post] COVID-19 supply disruption could be opportunity for Israeli start-ups appeared first on OurCrowd.

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PE Mastery: CAPTARGET's Playbook for Quality Lead Flow

CAPTARGET presents a masterclass in M&A deal sourcing. Learn to cast a wide net, embracing seller self-identification. Consistency is the linchpin: keep the origination process steady for a reliable flow of opportunities. Diversify your tactics, employing various tools and vendors. Tech matters! Understand DNS settings, domain authority, and brand presence for optimal outreach.

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[OurCrowd in Crowdfund Insider] Fintech Firms in Israel Received $1.8 Billion in Total Investments in 2019, with OurCrowd, Sequoia Making Substantial Contributions

OurCrowd

As reported in January 2020, Israel is home to the largest investment crowdfunding platform in the world. OurCrowd has booked over a billion dollars in capital commitments since platform launch. Exits now number dozens. Read more here. The post [OurCrowd in Crowdfund Insider] Fintech Firms in Israel Received $1.8 Billion in Total Investments in 2019, with OurCrowd, Sequoia Making Substantial Contributions appeared first on OurCrowd.