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What Does the Post Crash VC Market Look Like?

Both Sides of the Table

The market was down considerably with public valuations down 53–79% across the four sectors we were reviewing (it is since down even further). ==> Aside, we also have a NEW LA-based partner I’m thrilled to announce: Nick Kim. First in late-stage tech companies and then it will filter back to Growth and then A and ultimately Seed Rounds.

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Praying to the God of Valuation

Both Sides of the Table

SEEING THINGS FROM THE VC SIDE OF THE TABLE While I was a VC in 2007 & 2008 those were dead years because the market again evaporated due the the Global Financial Crisis (GFC). Almost no financings, many VCs and tech startups cratered for the second time in less than a decade following the dot com bursting.

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Why Bitcoin is Gaining Worldwide Popularity

The Startup Magazine

However, that has rapidly changed over the years due to several factors. Shortly after this event Bitcoin became more widely known through technology blogs like Slashdot and Reddit, but struggled to gain widespread public attention until 2011. Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency that was introduced as open-source software in 2009.

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Cryptocurrency Investing Guidelines

The Startup Magazine

Bitcoin, created in 2009, was the first cryptocurrency. Learn about the project, the team behind it, and the technology they’re using. But with proper planning and due diligence, cryptocurrency can be a wise investment choice. Do your research. Diversify your portfolio. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.

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World with Bitcoin

The Startup Magazine

Bitcoin is a digital currency that was created in 2009 by an unknown programmer, or group of programmers. Bitcoin has faced some criticism over the years due to concerns regarding Bitcoin’s veracity and the potential threat Bitcoin may pose if it becomes widely adopted by criminals or terrorists. What is Bitcoin?

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Why You Should Background Check Your Business Partner

YoungUpstarts

It’s imperative to perform a due diligence check before entering into any business relationship — especially for an entrepreneur. For example, according to ADP’s 2009 hiring index , 46 percent of résumés reviewed showed discrepancies. Now, don’t get me wrong: Most people don’t lie on their résumés.

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The Changing Structure of the VC Industry

Both Sides of the Table

When you think about the trends of faster-growing startups due to social networking, credit card enable and mobile first consumers – the reality is that many startups are becoming very large financially before needing to go public. The “big boom” in startup financing started around March 2009?—?more and hasn’t abated.