Startup Trends for 2018
According to PitchBook, VCs poured more than $148 billion into private companies in 2017. Series A funding rounds have grown – 39% were $25 million or…
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Venture Capital
Blockchain 101: VCs’ Blockchain + Cryptocurrency History
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,…
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What Makes a VC a “Good” Partner
When you’re trying to raise money for your startup, it can seem like any funding offer is a good offer. Typically, however, venture capitalists (VCs) and…
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What to Do When Meeting With a VC
We recently discussed what not to do when meeting with a VC for the first time. Ranging from over-ambitious financial projections to missing the “no,” there…
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What Not to Do When Meeting with a VC
So you, budding entrepreneur, have just been invited to meet with a VC. You’ve developed an attention-grabbing idea, you may have an early product model, and…
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Beyond Silicon Valley: Startup Hubs Around the World
When you think of a startup hub, you probably first think of Silicon Valley. And no wonder – the area has long been considered a leader…
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Our Favorite People to Follow on Twitter
Twitter is one of the best social media sites for joining a conversation and one of the easiest ways to stay abreast of world events in…
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