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Continual raises $4M for its AI-powered data platform

TechCrunch

Zajonc’s last startup, Sense, was an early enterprise platform that was acquired by Cloudera in 2016, while his co-founder, Tyler Kohn, previously built RichRelevance, a personalization service that was acquired by Manthan System in 2019.

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Cooky raises $4.5m led by Nextrans and Do Ventures

AsiaTechDaily

The company also wants to focus on maximizing customer satisfaction by improving personalized services based on their needs. In a statement, Cooky said the fresh funds came from Korea-based investment firm Nextrans and local venture capital firm Do Ventures. “We Register E-grocery shopping platform Cooky raised $4.5

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Greener wants to help consumers and businesses be more sustainable

TechCrunch

Greener’s app is free for consumers, while businesses fund the model at a low margin and can be rewarded with new customers and personalized services, he told TechCrunch. Greener’s previous backers include Phil Vernon, former CEO of the managed investment fund Australian Ethical. “We Image Credits: Greener.

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The 15 Best Strategies for Developing New Business in a Crowded Market

Startup Blogpost

From the initial step of validating a product idea before investment, to the crucial aspect of prioritizing exceptional customer service, these leaders share their insightful stories and strategies for success. Start by creating realistic 3D renderings of your product concept, which is a cost-effective alternative to prototypes.

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Elloe’s Sakawa is Helping Customers Start a ‘Friendship’ with their Favorite Brands

Jason Malki

Reaching out to customer service is often the most direct and human interaction people have with their favorite brands, so the higher the quality of that interaction is, the better. Customer-centric services are becoming key for startups and large corporations. What’s next for Elloe? A company is only as good as its people.

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Savana raises a fresh round of capital to digitize banks’ services

TechCrunch

CEO Michael Sanchez told TechCrunch that the proceeds will be put toward general growth and supporting Savana’s go-to-market and product development projects. Deloitte reported last week that fintech investment decreased to $52.9 The competition is likely to grow fiercer as economic headwinds reach gale force. billion in H1 2021.

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Fintech companies must balance the pursuit of profit against ethical data usage

TechCrunch

As the marketplace is poked by yet another technocrat tentacle, this time in the heart of financial services, traditional banks that consumers and businesses once relied on find themselves at a crossroads. Traditional banks miss the digital mark. But there’s a digital gap holding FIs back, especially small community banks and credit unions.