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Human evolution and technology

Start Up Blog

What has the impact of technology been on human evolution? Especially given that this technology is created by us, for us. With the rate of technological change and power increasing exponentially, will it eventually leave humans behind or be the bastion of human dominance and longevity? Technology is becoming more human.

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Can You Trust Any vc's Under 40?

Steve Blank

Posted on September 14, 2009 by steveblank Over the last 30 years Wall Street’s appetite for technology stocks have changed radically – swinging between unbridled enthusiasm to believing they’re all toxic. Tech acquisitions went crazy at the same time the IPO market did. 3) invest in and take equity stakes in exchange for capital.

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Liquidity for Venture Backed Companies Still Comes Largely in One Flavor—Cash Acquisitions

Pascal's View

My concern, based on my direct experience negotiating half a dozen acquisitions sine 2008 (three in 2012), both inside and outside of technology, is that the negotiating environment for such ‘ acquisition-ready ’ companies is fraught with challenge from the seller’s perspective. Challenge yourself to do better as a seller!

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Are You Ready for Equity Based Crowdfunding?

Up and Running

Whether launching the next internet sensation, filming a sci-fi fantasy, mass producing savory barbecue sauce, or creating a must-have tech gadget, entrepreneurs will witness this spirited support—not only from the public’s funding, but also from their subsequent purchases of the products they help forge. Set a Fundraising Goal.

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From Nothing To Something. How To Get There.

techcrunch.com

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