Some interesting links we found across the web this week:
Zuckerberg's Venture to Invest in Startup
Andela
Topping the fundraising news this week is Mark Zuckerberg's
investment in Andela, a highly selective talent accelerator
connecting African software developers with American tech
companies. We're very proud to have represented
Andela in this transaction and can't wait to see
what's next for them!
A huge win on net neutrality could embolden the
FCC to tighten regulations in other areas
On the regulatory front, the DC Circuit ruled strongly in favor of
the FCC's net neutrality rules, a historic victory for many
startups and digital rights activists. The ruling sets up a Supreme
Court battle for the ages, and we'll be
watching. Recode sums it up, but check out more links to
good coverage.
Andreessen Sees Big Exits for Tech Startups in
Next Wave
Per Bloomberg, the legendary tech investor predicts a
venture upswing in the next two years, despite recent perceptions
of a down market and only one tech IPO so far this year. (Be sure
to click through to the CB Insights unicorn list—definitely
worth a save for reference!)
Silicon Valley startup plans new stock exchange
that activist investors will hate
Meanwhile, Marc Andreesen is also working with Eric Ries of
"Lean Startup" fame on an entirely new exchange
incentivizing long-term investment. It's a fascinating idea,
but faces many regulatory challenges to get off the ground. Stay
tuned!
When You Know It's Time To Pull The Plug On A
Startup
Some say early-stage companies should fail fast and fail often,
learning from mistakes as they grow. But when and how do you move
on for good? Quick thoughts from Fast Company on the topic
no one loves to discuss.
What Venture Capitalists Look For In A Blockchain
Startup
Startups based on the blockchain technology behind bitcoin are the
hottest trend in the fintech sub-market. If you're one of them,
this collection of thoughts from blockchain VCs is a must-read. (As
you'll remember, we're a sponsor of this summer's Startupbootcamp FinTech New York accelerator.
If you're in NY be sure to join us on 6/20 for a session from
our very own Eli Alper—Blockchain: Regulations, Developments and the
Law.)
What investors want from venture capital
firms
Speaking of VCs, don't forget that they have bosses,
too! TechCrunch takes a quick look at how VCs
raise the funds you want them to spend on you. Click through to the
Cambridge study for more.
Far From Silicon Valley, Cuba Cultivates Startup
Scene
Finally, we love to keep a global perspective on the startup
market, but we weren't quite expecting Cuba to enter the
picture. Infrastructure and fundraising challenges dominate the
scene today, but could it change in the years ahead? Only time will
tell.
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