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5 Proven Growth Strategies for Startups

Entrepreneur's Handbook

No need to reinvent the wheel, just use these tried-and-true strategies for sustainable growth. Startups often find themselves navigating a tough and competitive environment. Amidst numerous challenges, the right growth strategy becomes paramount. It’s not just about survival, you want to do more than just “survive”, anyhow. It’s about establishing a strong presence early on.

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Seraf Toolbox: Capitalization Tables with Waterfall Analysis

The Seraf Compass

Have you ever been in a situation where you are negotiating an investment with an entrepreneur and you can’t agree on the pre-money valuation? Any early stage investor who makes more than one or two investments will certainly run into this issue. It’s never an easy discussion, so it helps if you are prepared ahead of time with concrete facts and figures for your recommended valuation.

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The Future of Music: How Generative AI Is Transforming the Music Industry

Andreessen Horowitz

It’s been an eventful year in the world of generative music. In April, the first viral AI cover dropped: ghostwriter’s “Heart on My Sleeve,” which woke up the music world to the fact that AI content could not only exist, but could be good. Soon after, Google unveiled MusicLM, a text-to-music tool that generates songs from a basic prompt; Paul McCartney used AI to extract John Lennon’s voice for a new Beatles track; and Grimes offered creators 50% of the royalties for streams of songs that used

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Japan’s SBI Holdings Launches $663M Fund for Web3, AI, and Metaverse Startups

AsiaTechDaily

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings is set to unveil a $663 million fund dedicated to supporting startups engaged in Web3, AI, and the Metaverse. The fund’s operations are scheduled to commence by the close of the current year, with investments reaching 150-200 companies within its portfolio.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Singapore-based startup EduFi raises funding for its student loan platform

TechCrunch

EduFi, a fintech startup that enables financially strapped students to secure loans for their education, has raised $6.1 million in a pre-seed round led by Zayn VC with participation from Palm Drive Capital, Deem Ventures, Q Business and angel investors. The Singapore-based startup has launched an artificial intelligence-powered study now, pay later (SNPL) lending platform […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Interviewed on Swift Podcast

Paul G. Silva

Jeremy Lam kindly interviewed me for the Swif podcast. We discussed the work PixelEdge does to help business services firms increase their EBITDA and disrupt competitors.

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EventUs Hosts Successful SG-KR MICE Event in Singapore

AsiaTechDaily

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Korean startup EventUs has debuted with the successful hosting of the SG-KR MICE Tourism Networking Dinner on October 31, 2023, in Singapore. The event marked a momentous occasion for EventUs as it made its global debut, showcasing its capabilities to industry professionals and earning accolades for its innovative approach.

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Google DeepMind’s robotics head on general purpose robots, generative AI and office WiFi

TechCrunch

[A version of this piece first appeared in TechCrunch’s robotics newsletter, Actuator. Subscribe here.] Earlier this month, Google’s DeepMind team debuted Open X-Embodiment, a database of robotics functionality created in collaboration with 33 research institutes. The researchers involved compared the system to ImageNet, the landmark database founded in 2009 that is now home to more than […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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5 Reasons I’ll Automatically Pass on Investing in Your Startup

Entrepreneur's Handbook

Fix these basic problems first before looking for investors Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook »

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How Top Tech CFOs Solve Annual Planning’s Biggest Challenges

Gearing up for 2025 annual planning? Our latest eBook from the Operators Guild is your ultimate guide. Discover real-world solutions and best practices shared by top CFOs, drawn directly from discussions within OG’s vibrant online community. Learn from senior executives at high-growth tech startups as they outline financial planning strategies, align CEO and board goals, and coordinate budgets across departments.

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Top 10 Trends for Data in 2024

Tomasz Tunguz

At the IMPACT Summit yesterday, I shared our Top 10 Trends for Data in 2024. LLMs Transform the Stack : Large language models transform data in many ways. First, they have driven an increased demand for data and are causing a complete architecture inside companies. Second, they change the way that we manipulate data. Analysts will use automated data analysis, and it will be an expected tool in every product : notebooks, BI, databases, etc.

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Authentick Secures $4 Million in Seed Funding for Wallet-Free NFT Experience

AsiaTechDaily

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Authentick has raised a seed funding round that has brought $4 million in capital to the table. The funding was led by Menyala, the venture-building platform associated with Singapore’s Temasek. Authentick also introduced its NFT platform, Authentickator, designed to simplify the experience of exploring, purchasing, and authenticating digital collectibles or non-fungible tokens

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In Mamaearth, Peak XV finds its fourth 10x return since Sequoia separation

TechCrunch

In the oversubscribed IPO of Mamaearth, Peak XV Partners has found its fourth 10x or greater return within the six months since separating from the Sequoia family. The venture fund is sitting on an 10x return on its investment in Mamaearth, according to an analysis of its IPO documents by TechCrunch. Mamaearth is Peak XV’s […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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The 6-Step Checklist for Successfully Launching on Product Hunt

Entrepreneur's Handbook

Tactical, step-by-step guidance on finding success for your upcoming launch. Image: Author Since our recent launch on Product Hunt , I’ve received a ton of messages like these from fellow founders and operators: Image: Author Although there are already a ton of resources on how to effectively launch on Product Hunt, every industry, business model, and company can have a different approach — along with varying learnings and outcomes.

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Your Fractional Finance and Accounting Team

Mighty Financial specializes in supporting the financial aspirations of small businesses and entrepreneurs. With our comprehensive bookkeeping and precise accounting expertise with decades of experience across diverse financial roles, our team offers tailor-made services ranging from essential bookkeeping to strategic fractional CFO support, catered specifically to the unique challenges of technology companies, startups, and SMEs.

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Lesson #356: Artificial Intellegence is Revolutionalizing Sales Coaching

Red Rocket

I was recently introduced to James Critelli , a startup sales and marketing expert that is advising a company called Sybill , who is using artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to streamline the workflows of B2B sales reps. One of the applications of that technology is helping to revolutionize how sales coaching is done. They had some great ideas and solutions on this topic, and agreed to collaborate with me on this Red Rocket lesson, to help jump start your sales coaching to next generati

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Pangyo Techno Valley Elevates its Position in the Burgeoning Autonomous Vehicle Market, Eyeing a $55.6 Billion Opportunity

AsiaTechDaily

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register The race in the autonomous vehicle sector is intensifying, attracting diverse participants, from traditional automakers and auto parts suppliers to ICT and software solution providers. Even industry outsiders like Google and Amazon are leveraging acquisitions and proprietary technology developments to carve out a space in mobility services, while semiconductor giants like NVIDIA are br

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Figma sweetens FigJam whiteboard tool with new AI features

TechCrunch

While Figma waits to hear whether regulators will allow Adobe to complete its $20 billion acquisition, the startup is not sitting idly by. Today, Figma announced it was adding three generative AI features to its FigJam whiteboard tool to make it easier to get started and organize projects. FigJam is Figma’s online collaborative whiteboard that […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Don’t Apologize For Your Business Decisions

Entrepreneur's Handbook

Stay true to the customers you serve and the boundaries you’ve set.

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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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The Worlds She Sees with Fei-Fei Li

Andreessen Horowitz

Fei-Fei Li, PhD, Professor in the Computer Science Department at Stanford University, and Co-Director of Stanford’s Human-Centered AI Institute, joins Bio + Health founding partner Vijay Pande. In this candid conversation, Li unfolds her transformation from a young immigrant to an influential figure in AI. The conversation explores the birth of ImageNet, a pivotal step that bridged the gap between visual intelligence and accessible AI technology.

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Singapore-based EduFi Raises $6.1M to Bridge Educational Financial Gaps in Pakistan

AsiaTechDaily

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register EduFi , a fintech startup headquartered in Singapore, has raised $6.1 million in a pre-seed funding round. Zayn VC leads the investment and contributions from Palm Drive Capital, Deem Ventures, Q Business, and angel investors. Operating from Singapore , the startup is dedicated to simplifying the loan application process providing crucial financial support to students pursuing higher

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Congruent starts raising fresh $250M early-stage climate tech fund

TechCrunch

High interest rates may be stifling some investments in climate tech today, but the new fund suggests that LPs see a light at the end of the tunnel. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Your Face Can Either Sell (or Repel) A Million Bucks A Day; Here’s How

Entrepreneur's Handbook

Knowledge, ad spend, and great SEO aren’t always enough to overcome the intangibles that can make (or cost) you millions.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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2023 GCUC Conference Recap

GCUC

2023 GCUC Conference Recap A week ago, we hosted GCUC UK, the last of our global conference series for 2023. After completing four conferences, in four countries in.

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Shein Prepares for IPO Amid Market Uncertainty and Legal Scrutiny

AsiaTechDaily

Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Fast-fashion giant Shein is preparing for a U.S. initial public offering (IPO), aiming for a valuation as high as $90 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter. This valuation target exceeds the company’s current private trade value.

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Navigating startups through smart investments, outsourcing and cash preservation

TechCrunch

Given today’s harsh economy and reduced VC spending, startups need a critical eye when purchasing SaaS and cloud infrastructure. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Are You Building Your Startup the Old-Fashioned Way?

Entrepreneur's Handbook

Lots of entrepreneurs are still building startups like it’s the 20th century.

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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.