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Our Interview With Richard Burry, International E-Commerce Entrepreneur

The Startup Magazine

Global e-commerce entrepreneur and investor Richard Burry followed a unique path to the pinnacle of Internet success. Recently we visited Richard Burry in his seaside base of operations in Cascais, Portugal for an intriguing conversation about the keys to online success. It may be distribution, advertising, cost, or other reasons.

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Hacking for Diplomacy – The State Department Takes Notice

Steve Blank

If there was any doubt among the teams about the value of what they’re learning, Blinken put it to rest with a compelling overview of how so many of today’s complex global problems – from stopping Ebola to monitoring cease-fires and improving food security – demand innovative, tech-based solutions. Both are “global commons” problems.

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Hacking for Diplomacy – The State Department Takes Notice

Steve Blank

If there was any doubt among the teams about the value of what they’re learning, Blinken put it to rest with a compelling overview of how so many of today’s complex global problems – from stopping Ebola to monitoring cease-fires and improving food security – demand innovative, tech-based solutions. Both are “global commons” problems.

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Brazil is using the law to push innovation, but here’s how it can do more

The Next Web

Give young startups a global experience. An example of a great startup incentive took place in Portugal, where tax reductions were offered to companies that hired unemployed workers or students. know, scaling in the beginning—especially with steep marketing costs—can be difficult and expensive. As many in the U.S.

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Why I invest outside the Silicon Valley

Hippoland

1) Silicon Valley / San Francisco is too expensive With the high cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area these days, a lot startup capital must now go towards founders’ rent. But, previously the cost-of-living delta was not as great as it is today. This is absolutely insane. This is a no brainer.

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Why I invest outside the Silicon Valley

Hippoland

1) Silicon Valley / San Francisco is too expensive With the high cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area these days, a lot startup capital must now go towards founders’ rent. But, previously the cost-of-living delta was not as great as it is today. This is absolutely insane. This is a no brainer.

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SEO for Multiple Languages — How to Optimize and Rank Your Website

Up and Running

Almost every type of business, but especially those looking to go global, would need a multilingual strategy. There are cost-effective ways to employ a freelancer, your own team, or translation services because they’ll make sure your business goes international through language translation. Why a business needs a multilingual strategy?

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