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Unintended Consequences: When SAFE and Convertible Notes Go Awry

Pascal's View

There is nothing wrong with using a SAFE or a convertible note in a startup if you know its implications. When it comes time to convert the notes, these entrepreneurs face ‘sticker shock’ about their post-financing ownership. Yes, and it’s a lot simpler than making your startup grow into a successful company. Sound simple?

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VCs eating our own dog food: Using technology and analytics to make better investments

David Teten

See Bessemer Venture Partners’ A comprehensive guide to security for startups. Data companies focused on early-stage startups include Aingel , fundsUP , Preseries , PredictLeads , and Sploda. For more on gathering data and using it to assess companies, see How to Assess Startups Using Machine Learning. 2) Market . 8) Monitor .

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How to Raise a Seed Round: Three Basic Tips for Founders

Scott Edward Walker

Despite all the hype in the press (including with respect to the latest ICO craze), raising funds for your startup is still tough – particularly if you’re not located in San Francisco or Silicon Valley. The hard part, of course, is getting in front of “A” investors to pitch your startup. Tip #1: Get Warm Referrals to “A” Investors.