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How to Manage Event Registration for Your Next Fundraiser
- Efficient event registration is crucial for successful fundraising events, allowing for greater engagement, increased revenue, and wider supporter reach.
- Invest in event registration software to track attendees in real-time, send automated messages, offer flexible payment options, and create a visually appealing event landing page.
- Integrate event registration software with your existing technology for streamlined data management and organization.
- Develop a well-designed event landing page to provide comprehensive event information and encourage attendee sign-ups.
- Include essential details on the landing page such as event date, location, activities, registration process, fees, and attire guidelines.
- Design straightforward sign-up forms that are mobile-optimized, secure, and feature compelling calls to action to drive registrations.
- Continuously communicate with attendees through targeted messages to maintain excitement and encourage further engagement and contributions.
- Segment attendees based on giving patterns to personalize communications and increase engagement, leveraging storytelling to convey impact and foster connections.
- Drive registration and participation by appealing to emotions and highlighting the significance of supporting the organization's mission.
- By implementing effective event registration strategies, organizations can simplify the process, enhance supporter involvement, and achieve successful fundraising outcomes.
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IPO-Bound Navi Finserv’s FY25 Profit Tanks 67% To INR 222 Cr
- Navi Finserv, led by Sachin Bansal, witnessed a 67% decline in net profit for FY25 ahead of its IPO debut in FY26.
- The decline in profit was primarily due to a significant drop in other income from INR 707.9 Cr in FY24 to INR 18.8 Cr in FY25.
- Despite the profit decline, Navi's operating revenue increased by 19% to INR 2,271.2 Cr in FY25 compared to INR 1,906.2 Cr in FY24.
- Navi Finserv, a fintech startup founded in 2018, offers various financial services and has raised over $677 Mn in funding rounds.
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Less than 48 hours left to exhibit at TechCrunch All Stage
- Exhibitor tables for TechCrunch All Stage in Boston are almost sold out with less than 48 hours left before booking officially closes.
- TC All Stage provides an opportunity for brands to connect with investors, customers, and press in a high-energy environment.
- Benefits of exhibiting at TC All Stage include a 6’ x 3’ exhibit table, brand exposure, conference passes, access to attendees, and placement in the exhibitor guide.
- The deadline to secure an exhibitor table at TC All Stage is June 6 to showcase brands to thousands of attendees and drive engagement, buzz, and leads.
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Dutch impact investor Rubio Impact Ventures backs Australian firm Amber in €25.6M funding round
- Australian smart energy technology developer, Amber, raised €25.6M in funding led by ETF Partners and supported by Dutch investor Rubio Impact Ventures.
- Rubio Impact Ventures, known for investing in impactful entrepreneurs, sees potential in Amber's technology that enables smarter energy usage and interaction with the grid.
- Funds will be utilized by Amber to expand operations in Europe where it has already signed deals with major utility companies and is working on its international strategy.
- Amber's mission to shift the world to 100% renewables includes technology that empowers customers to optimize energy usage, with plans for a vehicle-to-grid capability in the future.
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“We didn’t hear no bell” – German HealthTech startup doctorly kept from insolvency in full acquisition
- Berlin-based HealthTech startup doctorly has been acquired in full by FREY ADV, marking a turn of events from insolvency to successful acquisition.
- The acquisition allows doctorly to continue operations under FREY ADV, a longstanding software provider in the German healthcare market.
- Founded in 2018, doctorly aimed to modernise practice software, and its cloud-based solution saw success after facing insolvency earlier this year.
- After the acquisition, doctorly withdraws its insolvency application, with the remaining co-founders continuing under new ownership to further digitize healthcare infrastructure in Germany.
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Dune Awakening’s $70+ headstart has officially begun – are you playing?
- Dune Awakening's headstart has begun for players who purchased the two largest preorder packs.
- After six years of development, including delays, the game is now available for early access.
- The game is described as an MMORPG with survival elements but not fully meeting expectations in either category.
- Funcom's Dune Awakening has opened preloading on Steam, confirmed rentable private servers, and delayed its launch to June 10 for further polishing.
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Bhavish Aggarwal Tops Up Collateral With INR 20 Cr As Ola Electric Stock Skids
- Ola Electric founder and chief executive Bhavish Aggarwal tops up collateral with INR 20 Cr ($2.3 Mn) due to a sustained decline in share price.
- Aggarwal raised INR 250 Cr for his third unicorn Krutrim by pledging Ola Electric shares and has been adding more collateral as shares dipped below INR 50 apiece.
- Aggarwal pledged about 8% of his 30% stake in Ola Electric to raise debt for Krutrim, backed by Ola Electric shares.
- Ola Electric stock has skidded 35% since listing, with the consolidated net loss deepening to INR 870 Cr in Q4 FY25.
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Toma’s AI voice agents have taken off at car dealerships – and attracted funding from a16z
- Toma, an AI voice startup co-founded by Monik Pamecha and Anthony Krivonos, shifted focus to car dealerships after being approached by dealers drowning in phone calls.
- The co-founders tested their voice agent by calling numerous car dealerships and found that calls were only picked up 45% of the time, leading them to explore the industry further.
- Pamecha and Krivonos visited car dealerships in Oklahoma and Mississippi, immersing themselves in the business operations to understand customer needs and operations.
- The hands-on approach paid off as they secured customers and gained valuable insights, resulting in Toma's AI voice agent being used in over 100 dealerships nationwide.
- Toma received a $17 million investment led by a16z, with additional funding from Y Combinator, Scale Angels fund, and industry influencer Yossi Levi.
- The AI voice agent helps with service scheduling, parts orders, sales inquiries, and more, providing a standardized and consistent customer experience for dealerships.
- Dealerships struggle with fluctuating call volumes, and AI technology like Toma helps in streamlining processes and enhancing customer interactions.
- Toma's onboarding process involves training the AI on dealership-specific calls to ensure it can effectively handle inquiries and provide relevant information.
- The subscription-based model of Toma's AI agents allows for scalability and additional capabilities, leading to increased operational efficiency for dealerships.
- The Series A funding round has enabled Toma to expand its team and offerings, marking significant growth for the startup in the automotive industry.
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TechCrunch Sessions: AI launches in Berkeley today — here’s what you’ll miss if you’re not here
- TechCrunch Sessions: AI is happening at UC Berkeley, featuring a lineup of AI heavyweights delivering insights and networking opportunities.
- Various sessions include discussions on AI-human interaction, AI funding strategies, AI ethics, and pitching to VCs.
- Startups can learn about leveraging foundational models, AI in repair tech, democratizing AI, and launching products against incumbents.
- Breakout sessions cover topics like working with OpenAI, deploying generative AI securely, AI policy, and building scalable AI applications.
- SAP's integration of AI tools in enterprise solutions and MySQL's applicability in generative AI app development are also highlighted.
- The event encourages networking in the Expo Hall, Braindate app meetings, and after-hours side events for continued AI discussions and connections.
- Participants are urged to seize the opportunity to network, seek mentorship, and engage in meaningful conversations to foster AI innovation and collaboration.
- TechCrunch Sessions: AI concludes at 4:30 p.m. PT, offering a final chance for attendees to immerse themselves in the AI community and content.
- Interested individuals can still join the event at UC Berkeley by securing a ticket to be part of this AI epicenter.
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Ex-JLR India head Rohit Suri joins ReadyAssist as Senior Advisor to drive strategy and service innovation
- Rohit Suri, former President and Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) India, has joined mobility-tech startup ReadyAssist as a Senior Advisor.
- ReadyAssist, founded in 2015, offers 24/7 roadside assistance, emergency support, and on-site repairs for various types of vehicles, including internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, electric vehicles (EVs), and CNG-powered vehicles.
- Suri's appointment aims to enhance ReadyAssist's capabilities in servicing next-generation vehicles, expanding EV and CNG servicing portfolio, and improving customer engagement practices.
- ReadyAssist has a service network covering over 19,000 pin codes, with a team of more than 11,000 service providers, including tow trucks and EV-trained mechanics.
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Japanese startup attempts Moon landing
- Japanese startup ispace will attempt a lunar touchdown on Friday with an unmanned lander named Resilience, two years after its first unsuccessful attempt.
- If successful, it will mark the third private mission to land on the Moon, and the first by a non-U.S.-based company.
- Touchdown is expected at 4:17 am Japan time, streamed on ispace's website.
- Ispace CEO expresses confidence in the successful landing, leveraging experience from previous missions.
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Groww To Raise $202 Mn From GIC, ICONIQ Ahead Of IPO
- IPO-bound fintech unicorn Groww is set to raise $202.3 Mn in a Series F funding round from GIC and ICONIQ Capital.
- This funding will involve allotment of Series F compulsorily convertible preference shares to Singapore GIC and ICONIQ Capital-linked ISP VII-B Blocker GW.
- Groww filed its draft red herring prospectus with the SEBI for an IPO to raise between $700 Mn and $1 Bn.
- The company has been active in acquiring startups like Fisdom and expanding its offerings in preparation for its IPO debut with a conservative valuation of $7 Bn.
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From €12 billion to €520 billion: EU-funded startups show massive ROI – but face scaling gap
- A report on startups backed by the EU's Framework Programmes reveals that with just €12 billion in public support, over 13,600 startups have collectively generated €520 billion in enterprise value.
- EU-backed startups are delivering high impact, particularly in areas like AI, biotech, quantum, and climate tech, showcasing the need to scale successful initiatives.
- EU support in a startup's history is viewed positively by investors, aiding in de-risking innovation and attracting further investment.
- Public programmes, like the European Innovation Council (EIC), are helping startups develop breakthrough innovations and strengthen Europe's technological sovereignty.
- Despite success in technical depth, many EU-backed startups face challenges in scaling beyond Series A and require more than capital to advance.
- Countries like the Czech Republic are leveraging EU alignment to excel in deep tech and compete globally, showing success in cybersecurity, AI, quantum computing, and medtech.
- Founders are advised to align their technology with the right readiness level, match products with EU missions, and create a value proposition combining business case with public impact for success.
- Recommendations include establishing faster startup-specific funding tracks, improving equity disbursement clarity, enhancing university-to-startup spinout support, and scaling visibility platforms for startup-investor matchmaking.
- The key challenge lies in connecting EU-backed startups to private capital effectively to ensure sustainable growth and global competitiveness.
- To compete globally, Europe must fund earlier, move faster, and strengthen the bridge between public support and private growth, as highlighted in the report.
- The report offers valuable insights on how EU-backed startups are advancing critical sectors and provides clear takeaways for founders, investors, policymakers, and corporates.
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Artha India Ventures Mops Up 61% Returns From Its Maiden Fund
- Artha India Ventures (AIV) claims its micro VC arm AVF-I generated a 61% IRR at close.
- AVF-I, closed in FY19 at INR 225 Cr, has deployed INR 175 Cr in 32 seed stage startups.
- Fund's DPI is approaching 20%, with a 19X return from Everest Fleet exit.
- Artha has invested in 140 startups since 2012, with a focus on Series B and C funding rounds.
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NCLAT Judicial Member Recuses Himself From BYJU’S-AWS Case: Report
- Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma recuses himself from the BYJU’S-Amazon Web Services (AWS) case at NCLAT.
- This is the second time Justice Sharma has recused himself from a BYJU’S related case over conflict of interest.
- The case involves a dispute that began in April 2024 when BYJU’S allegedly defaulted on payments to AWS.
- BYJU’S is facing multiple crises, including legal disputes, regulatory scrutiny, and insolvency proceedings.
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