Venture capitalists (VCs) are no strangers to the fast-paced and dynamic nature of their industry. Emerging technologies have the potential to not only shape the startups VCs invest in but can also playing a role in augmenting and simplifying the … Continue reading
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There can come a time where a startup seeks to join an incubator or an accelerator to learn, scale, and gain new connections. These programs can act as catalysts, providing startups with the resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities necessary to … Continue reading
Startups are continually seeking innovative ways to disrupt traditional industries. While Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a game-changer, the tech revolution extends far beyond machine learning. Emerging technologies such as Augmented Reality (AR), Blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), and Quantum … Continue reading
In a world where change is the only constant, industries are continually evolving, reshaping, and redefining themselves. The term “disruptive industries” has gained prominence in recent years, as these are the sectors that often lead the charge in transforming the … Continue reading
Web 3.0, or Web3, may be a new topic for many, but as more people advocate for the technology and even invest in Web3 startups, it can be important to understand how it works and how it can be used. … Continue reading
It is very likely that you have heard the term “cryptocurrency” a lot recently with the popularization and increasing adoption of the blockchain-based virtual currency. With a lot of recent press around cryptocurrency, what exactly is it? In this blog, … Continue reading
As several large startups have filed to go public in recent months – including MicroVentures’ portfolio companies Dropbox, DocuSign, and Spotify – you may have also seen news concerning another type of offering. Called initial coin offerings (ICOs), these essentially … Continue reading
Blockchain and bitcoin, as well as other cryptocurrencies, have been featured quite a bit in the news recently as companies like Kik, a MicroVentures portfolio company, raises funds via an initial coin offering (ICO) and the price of bitcoin crosses … Continue reading
There’s been much news recently about Bitcoin and blockchain – from Bitcoin pricing at over $3,200 to blockchain being considered or implemented by 57 percent of large corporations. However, since the technology has only been around since 2008, many people … Continue reading
