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Boulevard books $70M to help beauty and wellness salons with their bookings

TechCrunch LA

This round is being led by Point72 Private Investments, with previous backers Toba Capital, Index Ventures, Bonfire Ventures, BoxGroup, and VMG Partners also participating. But at the same time, Los Angeles–based Boulevard got this funding infusion at a boosted valuation because it has been on a roll.

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Hyundai taps EV startup Canoo to develop electric vehicles

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Hyundai Motor Group said it will jointly develop an electric vehicle platform with Los Angeles-based startup Canoo, the latest startup tapped by the automaker as part of an $87 billion push to invest in electrification and other future technologies. Hyundai Motor Group has committed to invest $87 billion over the next five years.

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Six Tech Startups to Look Out For in 2023

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And in addition to streamlining biofuel production, Reversion is also developing ways to improve energy storage for when supply exceeds demand, taking a multi-pronged approach to sustainable power generation. . Also founded in 2021, Wander is a short-term rental startup that works in a similar way to apps like Airbnb and Vrbo.

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HBCUvc founder Hadiyah Mujhid on one way investors can advance racial equity

TechCrunch LA

In response to VCs’ sudden rush to invest in more Black founders , Black venture capitalists and entrepreneurs have penned a bunch of advice on the best way to tap into talent. The program is expanding to Chicago in 2021, the blog post notes. Among the strategies? Team up with Black firms already doing the work.

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5 Equity Crowdfunding Reflections Before You Sign Up

Startup Professionals Musings

With the advent and growth of crowdfunding over the past few years, many entrepreneurs have predicted the demise of those demanding angel investment groups and venture capital organizations. This means less capability to ensure that invested funds are spent wisely or as planned. Early crowdfunding successes have been undeniable.

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Seven Tech Startups To Watch Out For In 2022

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A lot of people are in dire financial straits right now, and with traditional banks having such strict thresholds on who can qualify for loans, SoLo might bring the help that people need to get back on their feet. Investing in stock is a great idea for anyone, and you can never get started too early. A startup for startups!

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6 Ways To Improve Your Odds Of New Business Success

Startup Professionals Musings

I recommend a trial run with an experiment or MVP (minimum viable product), at full price and cost, before the big bang launch, risking your investment money and a major time commitment. Needed help can be your biggest burden. You need the funding and support, but venture capitalists can be very demanding, and set high targets.