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VC Math for Startups: Navigating Traditional and Crypto Funding with Confidence
- As a startup or crypto founder, understanding VC math is crucial to navigating the high-stakes world of venture capital.
- VCs have distinct motivations and incentives that drive their actions.
- In traditional VC, Limited Partners invest capital into the fund with the hope that General Partners will turn their investments into substantial returns.
- GPs in crypto VC funds invest in projects and receive tokens in exchange, rather than equity.
- VCs make money in two primary ways: through exits and appreciation.
- In crypto VC deals, tokens are rarely given to VCs all at once.
- Liquidity events, such as token listings on exchanges, allow crypto VCs to sell portions of their tokens for cash.
- VCs need to demonstrate to LPs that they’re generating value. They do this using a few key metrics.
- In both traditional and crypto VCs, a small percentage of investments drive the majority of returns.
- While traditional and crypto VCs look for different things, there’s a lot of overlap in their core criteria.
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Masati’s 100,000 Client Sessions Yield Unbelievable Transformation Stories
- Masati, the founder of The XI Code, has conducted over 100,000 client sessions since 2011, helping individuals unlock their true potential.
- Masati's work is based on frequency medicine, aligning physical and spiritual focus with specific frequencies to bring about positive changes.
- The XI Code offers various services and programs to help individuals with personal growth and healing through frequency medicine.
- Testimonials from clients highlight life-changing results such as overcoming anxiety and achieving success in various aspects of life.
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A Modern Mystic: Masati’s Life from Near-Death to Spiritual Leader
- Masati, the founder of The XI Code, went through near-death experiences that transformed his perception of reality and heightened his intuitive abilities.
- He developed Xponential Intelligence by studying quantum physics and meditating on spiritual subjects, focusing on the concept of frequency to change one's perception of reality.
- Masati offers various services through The XI Code, including the 18 Day Human Upgrade program, personal sessions, and teachings to help individuals unlock their potential and achieve personal growth.
- His mission is to elevate human consciousness and help individuals achieve their goals using the right frequency.
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Here’s the full list of 39 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2024
- AI companies in the US raised $18.9 billion in Q3 of 2024, representing 28% of all venture funding.
- OpenAI raised $6.6bn in Q3 of 2024, the largest venture deal of all time.
- The US saw six AI funding rounds over $1bn in 2024.
- Here are the U.S.-based AI companies that raised $100 million or more so far in 2024.
- In October, OpenAI raised a $6.6 billion round, followed by EvenUp's $135m round, KoBold Metals' $491.5m round, and Poolside's $500m round.
- In September, Glean closed on its $260m series E round followed by Safe Superintelligence's $1bn round.
- In August, Magic raised a $320m series C round, and Groq raised a $640m series D round.
- In July, legal tech company Harvey raised a $100m series C round followed by Skild AI's $300m round.
- In June, Scale AI raised $1bn in a series F round, and AlphaSense raised $650m in a series F round.
- In May, xAI raised $6bn in a series B round, and Weka raised $140m in a series E round.
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Making credit worthy for all: Experts discuss bridging India's trillion-dollar credit gap
- Digital lending platforms are revolutionising credit access in India, addressing the credit gap that hampers economic growth.
- Panel discussion at TechSparks 2024 highlights the transformative impact of digital lending on credit access
- Experts emphasise the need to bridge the credit gap for MSMEs and underserved populations
- Technology and innovative solutions are key to reshaping lending in India
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Solving for a billion: Experts debate the future of fintech at TechSparks 2024
- The Indian fintech market is projected to reach $150 billion by 2025.
- At TechSparks 2024, experts discussed challenges and opportunities in developing scalable financial products.
- Scale in fintech involves information security, user experience, and responsibility.
- The discussion emphasized the importance of collaborations, bridging gaps, and utilizing AI in the fintech industry.
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New rounds will help startups challenge well-funded rivals
- Startups interact with regulators to retain licenses and stay out of trouble.
- Fisker, the failed EV manufacturer, is under investigation by the SEC.
- LoanSnap loses license in Connecticut after facing multiple lawsuits.
- French unicorn Alan expands into Canada, plans to hire 50 people.
- KoBold Metals raises $491 million for minerals discovery using AI.
- Auger raises $100 million seed round to develop AI-powered supply chain tools.
- Basecamp Research raises $60 million to build a "GPT for biology."
- TensorWave secures $43 million to offer alternative to Nvidia hardware for AI compute.
- Qantev raises €30 million to sell enterprise software for health and life insurers.
- Montreal-based venture studio Diagram launches $58 million fund for climate tech.
- General Catalyst working on raising up to $1 billion continuation fund.
- NFX lays off four employees to "rebalance" resources.
- Shield AI co-founder opposes fully autonomous weapons in defense tech.
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Luxury Retailers Respond to Economic Uncertainty With Strategic Partnerships
- Luxury retailers are forming strategic partnerships to navigate economic challenges and changing consumer preferences.
- Mytheresa acquires YNAP from Richemont to create a global digital luxury group, combining brands like NET-A-PORTER and MR PORTER.
- Authentic Brands Group and Saks Global launch Authentic Luxury Group to redefine luxury across multiple sectors, with investment from Amazon.
- Partnerships enable operational efficiencies, reach broader audiences, and enhance digital capabilities for luxury brands.
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Closing the Book on Zencape Health, But Not the Story
- Zencape Health, a platform that offered specialized and personalized care for pelvic conditions will be shut down due to lack of unit economics. The company aspired to elevate the standard of care for women, trans and non-binary individuals, people of color, and communities which healthcare has historically overlooked. Zencape Health integrated pelvic floor physical therapists, pain psychologists, nutrition experts, and gynecological surgeons through app-driven treatment plans to offer curated care.
- The founder, who faced numerous insults and comments that questioned her credibility said that time was arguably the most valuable asset for a founder and building a company is like hitting the bullseye at the top of Everest, and biased expectations felt like a daily avalanche — relentlessly counterproductive. Despite being one of the 1.9% of female entrepreneurs who raised venture funds, building as a woman in this space had its unique challenges.
- Zencape Health made a difference in the lives of its users and made them feel heard, seen, and supported. The users expressed their delight in finally feeling like they weren't left to figure things out alone. Despite the founder's uncertainty of what's next, the platform's impact and the stand they made for equitable care are both wins in her book.
- Building a more equitable healthcare system is imperative, and Zencape Health played a role in that journey. The founder’s resilience in the face of challenges inspires other founders grinding it out, and she reminds them that the obstacles are relentless, but their resilience should be too.
- The founder expressed her gratitude to the kind, hardworking and extraordinary individuals who invested in Zencape, built it, and trusted the platform with their healthcare needs.
- The founder acknowledged that building a successful company is complicated, and there’s never one single reason why a company comes to an end. Although the founder had setbacks, she remains optimistic and continues to look forward to other possibilities.
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Univ. of Washington unveils plans for lab space dedicated to battery innovation
- The University of Washington has unveiled plans for an open-access lab dedicated to battery innovation.
- The lab will allow researchers to validate their new technologies by incorporating them into custom-made pouch cell batteries.
- It will provide equipment and facilities for creating electrode slurries, coating electrodes, and layering battery components.
- The lab expansion is expected to open next summer and is funded by the state's Climate Commitment Act.
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Hyundai India MD Predicts “Strong & Steady” EV Market Growth Until 2030
- Hyundai Motor India's MD predicts strong and steady growth in the Indian EV market until 2030.
- The growth is expected due to increased focus from companies and robust government support.
- Data from FADA shows a drop in electric car sales in September 2024.
- Hyundai Motor India plans for India's largest-ever IPO to raise funds.
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Unlock the Knowledge: The Amazing Origins of Samsung
- Samsung started as a grocery store in 1938, dealing with dried fish, groceries, and noodles.
- In 1969, Samsung Electronics was formed and started producing black-and-white televisions.
- By the 1980s, Samsung was producing semiconductors, laying the foundation for its journey in the mobile industry.
- Today, Samsung is a dominant player in the mobile phone market, known for its innovative technologies like foldable phones and 5G capabilities.
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Tata’s Takeover: 4 British brands acquired by the Tata Group
- Tata Group, an esteemed Indian conglomerate, has made strategic acquisitions of four iconic British brands.
- Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) was acquired in 2008, leading to significant growth and a revenue of £29 billion by 2024.
- Tetley, a leading tea brand, was acquired in 2000, resulting in innovation and revenue contributions to Tata Group.
- Corus Group, acquired in 2007, provided Tata Steel with a European market foothold but faced challenges due to competition.
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Attracting any audience for your articles requires a combination of engaging content, strategic…
- Use a specific and captivating headline that is brief and attracts attention.
- Start with a deep and engaging introduction that poses a question, shares a shocking fact, or tells a relatable story.
- Use clear and simple language, keeping sentences and paragraphs brief to make the content easy to read and understand.
- Ensure your article provides value by addressing a problem, answering a question, or offering useful knowledge.
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HubSpot to Add Subscription Billing Management Tools With Cacheflow Acquisition
- HubSpot plans to add subscription billing management and configure, price, quote (CPQ) tools by acquiring Cacheflow.
- Cacheflow is a leader in this space and has helped companies automate the purchase process to capture revenue faster.
- Cacheflow's solutions simplify the selling and buying of B2B software by automating the software-as-a-service (SaaS) sales flow process.
- As part of HubSpot, Cacheflow will enhance that company’s Commerce Hub by facilitating quote-to-cash and revenue collection.
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