Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 8, 2014

Many people don’t realize that the majority of the monetization of the Internet originated in Los Angeles but was perfected in Silicon Valley. The monetization engine of the Internet that powers the most profitable business perhaps in history was invented and perfected in Los Angeles and is what you now know as Google Ad Words.

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Los Angeles Silicon Valley Entrepreneur Seattle 376

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 12, 2013

These days, if your startup does not have an Internet home base up and running, you are not ready for business or potential investors. There should be no doubt that an Internet presence is as basic to success in business today, as brick and mortar was a hundred years ago. entrepreneur startup domain name website internet business'

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Internet Viral Naming Web 247

Agile VC

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

In the software an internet space a number of companies obviously had strong public offerings (LinkedIn, Yandex, Pandora, RenRen, et al). The global macro conditions could weigh heavily on the IPO market for awhile. 10 July 2012, 7:05 pm Why Do VC’s Have Ownership Targets? Startup IPO Market: A Fickle Mistress. And Why 20%?

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IPO Marketing Silicon Valley Private Equity 100

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 7, 2013

The future of the Internet is video. He became a VC at London-based Benchmark Europe (now Balderton) and then CEO of Endemol, a large multibillion media company best known for creating & owning global franchises for Big Brother, Deal or No Deal and other unscripted television. Ynon & I first discussed Maker in early 2012.

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Video Los Angeles Technical Cofounder CTO Hire 320

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 30, 2011

With the continued explosion of Apple’s iPad and other tablets in 2011, 2012 will see an expanded focus on tablet commerce. To keep up with large online retailers in 2012, small businesses will be upping their game in the website design department. by Alex Schmelkin, co-founder and president, Alexander Interactive.

Cofounder 185

Cofounder Singapore New York eCommerce 185

Up and Running

MAY 10, 2013

According to Pew Internet & American Life Project back around 2008, only about ½ the North American population even used online devices and a mere 8% were deep users of the web. But so much has changed in marketing since then that quite frankly a website even developed in 2010 can seem – well – “old school.”.

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Analytics Mobile Web Search 96

The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2019

As long as you have internet access, your system will move with you. In 2012, the global revenue of the VoIP industry reached $43.27 If you’re in the early startup stages and haven’t created a permanent home base yet, your VoIP phone system will move with you. VoIP phone service works seamlessly across the world.

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Technical Review Technology Software Review Bandwidth 80

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 18, 2013

Anu Madgavkar, senior fellow at the McKinsey Global Institute , shared these and more interesting insights into small businesses in Asia during a sharing session organized by search giant Google. The impact of the Internet has also opened up possibilities for small businesses seeking growth in both domestic and international markets.

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Asia Internet Small Business Indonesia 150

Gust

JUNE 19, 2012

June 19th, 2012. June 17th, 2012. June 13th, 2012. Even for low-tech startups, the scope of information available on the Internet, and its global reach, has had a similar financial impact on the many other challenges facing every startup founder. June 10th, 2012. June 5th, 2012. June 4th, 2012.

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Startup Forecast Angel Investor Software 180

Austin Startup

AUGUST 10, 2017

Take a look at some of the emails between us from 2010: We were attending NYU from 2008–2012. Our investment thesis is simple: Blockchains will impact trillions of dollars of economic activity across many industries globally. We look for projects and protocols that can rethink major classes of global commerce.

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Technical Review Cofounder Technical Cofounder Austin 48

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Consider this – there were 210 billion reported incidents of spam in 2012. Interestingly, research compiled from messaging threat protection service provider Cloudmark’s Global Threat Network actually places the United States as the top country in the world in terms of volume of email spam, followed by Brazil and France.

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Email Global SMS Malaysia 157

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

Note that the inner ring shows their global equivalents.). 70% of Chinese Internet users are under 30. By the end of 2012, there were 85 million iOS and 160 million Android devices in China. Internet penetration in Beijing is greater than 70% while it’s less than 25% in Yunnan, Jiangxi, Guizhou and other provinces.

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China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 328

Gust

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

As I write this, days after the 2012 presidential election, I’m probably not alone in feeling relieved that the political jeering and soapboxing that reached a feverish pitch during the seemingly endless campaign season has finally subsided. misses an opportunity. Securities Regulation. Intellectual Property. Free Speech.

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Hearpreneur

MARCH 21, 2021

My purpose was primarily learning about the internet and how to build a business. After some years with blood, sweat and tears, I founded my current business, Ageras, in 2012. 18- Desire to be the first Indian beauty/wellness brand to go truly global. Honestly, I’ve observed this from the day I was introduced to the internet.

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Entrepreneur Technical Review Acquisition Software Review 154

VC Cafe

JUNE 18, 2012

Innovate Israel 2012 aims to connect Israeli web, mobile & digital entrepreneurs & businesses with their UK & European counterparts. Check out the 28 Israeli startups coming to London next week to showcase at the Innovate Israel 2012 portfolio. Cell Buddy will be the world’s first Mobile Virtual Global Operator (MVGO).

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Israel Securities and Exchange Commission Technical Review Software Review 133

Cracking the Code

OCTOBER 24, 2012

I would categorize these champions in two camps: the “Local Champions” and the “Global Champions”. The first category includes companies that have a dominant position in their national market and are often internet or ecommerce companies. mobile phone per person for the Top 4 EE countries (vs. in GE, 1.3 in Brazil and 0.8 in GE, 1.3

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Czech Republic Russia San Jose Europe 99

Austin Startup

AUGUST 7, 2017

One state — one Accelerator When Capital Factory opened our space in Austin in 2012, we were able to create a true center of gravity and then use that to connect together entrepreneurs, investors, customers, talent and press in meaningful ways. The Internet is full of great videos and blogs. We all use the same Internet.

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Hearpreneur

JULY 13, 2022

It’s only natural for it to grow alongside the internet and smartphones with the influential Millennials and Gen Z. Despite the issues in the translation industry, I'm optimistic about it due to its continual market growth & how it will still be an integral part of any business wishing to expand globally. Photo Credit: Marc Roca.

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Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review 127

thebarefootvc

DECEMBER 16, 2011

This was the year that the promise of technology to truly change the world and empower individuals (the reason I entered the tech world in 1994) reached global scale. This is my recap of what stood out to me this year and what I’m looking forward to in 2012 — we are only in the beginning of many revolutions.

Technical Review 110

Technical Review India Mobile Hockey Stick 110

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 16, 2012

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Monday, January 16, 2012. Labels: Europe Consumer , internet. internet. (6). ▼ 2012. (1). How the use of internet is transform. Global warming: a plague for humanity? Global Warning!

Software Review 95

Software Review Europe Technical Review Spain 95

The Next Web

OCTOBER 26, 2013

oDesk claims that it dominates the market of online freelance marketplaces with $360 million spent by its clients in 2012; this number for the five closest competitors combined – Elance, Freelancer, Guru, People Per Hour, and 99Designs – reaches only $310 million. According to the last stats provided by oDesk itself, the company has 4.5

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Russia Ukraine Latvia Lithuania 151

mashable.com

JULY 10, 2012

July 10, 2012 by Curt Finch. When a potential customer visits a website and then leaves without making a purchase, companies can ‘follow’ them on the Internet,” says Melissa Chelist, owner of Storkgifts , an online children’s store. 59% use the Internet on their phones while waiting. July 10, 2012 09:40:07.

eCommerce 101

eCommerce Software Review Technical Review Social Media 101

Cracking the Code

JUNE 24, 2021

After rapid international expansion across several continents, as the founding team brought Silicon Valley’s global ambition into Europe, and the extension of its offering to buses and multimodal transportation, BlaBlaCar is preparing for the travel rebound expected as the world reopens. In Silicon Valley, the ambition is always global.

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Global Europe France Cofounder 62

Up and Running

AUGUST 21, 2013

With much of the global economy back on track, now is a great time for young businesses. No matter what industry you’re in, the internet is a space for you to take advantage of. No matter what industry you’re in, the internet is a space for you to take advantage of. Put content on the web. Deal with your finances.

Technical Review 69

Technical Review Early Stage Business Plan Global 69

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 30, 2013

The Internet as we know it has evolved tremendously over the years. By 2012 the number of websites would have exploded to 634 million, with a global Internet population of 2.1 Others infographic Internet mobile applications social media technology'

Web 209

Web Social Media Mobile Internet 209

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 2, 2012

Open more locations, expand online and globally. In addition to adding physical locations regionally and globally, the cost to provide an online Internet presence is now at an all-time low. Look hard at where the technology is going, and don’t hesitate too long to kill your “cash cow.” Offer your business as a franchise.

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Bandwidth Incubator .Net Global 246

readwrite.com

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Like the “Made for Internet Explorer” badges of the 1990s, developers are now proudly advertising “Made for Chrome” in their apps. Internet Explorer 10 is widely regarded as a huge step forward for the venerable Microsoft browser. According to Google’s own stats, as recently as mid-2012, these versions of Android (mostly 2.3.x)

HTML 90

HTML Mobile API Cloud 90

Cracking the Code

MARCH 30, 2007

Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Global warming: a plague for humanity? After all, global warming might not be a bad thing for everyone. internet. (6). ► 2012. (1). How the use of internet is transform. Global Warning!

Software Review 48

Software Review Global Technical Review Europe 48

David Teten

JULY 12, 2013

For an exhaustive list of business plan competitions, check out MIT Global Startup Workshop’s list. This is not for TechStars companies or alumni companies, and must be an internet, software, or hi-tech company. This is an updated and combined version of two posts I previously published on this blog in 2011 and 2012.

PR 114

PR Public Relations Startup Technical Review 114

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

Note that the inner ring shows their global equivalents.). 70% of Chinese Internet users are under 30. By the end of 2012, there were 85 million iOS and 160 million Android devices in China. Internet penetration in Beijing is greater than 70% while it’s less than 25% in Yunnan, Jiangxi, Guizhou and other provinces.

China 220

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 220

VC Cafe

MARCH 18, 2014

From a modest $200 million in bi-lateral trade in 1992 (when diplomatic relations were established), India-Israeli trade surpassed $6 billion in 2012-13. Indian Market at a Glance : 150 million mobile Internet connections. 250 million Internet users. This number is projected to double with the passage of a Free Trade Agreement.

India 74

India Israel Indonesia China 74

mashable.com

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Facebook 2012: What the Future Holds for the Social Media Powerhouse. As the innovation engines of the economy, what startups figured out in 2011 will likely appear on other sectors’ trend lists in 2012. Airbnb raised $112 million to take its peer-to-peer marketplace global, and car rental company Zipcar successfully went public.

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New York City New York Startup Social Media 83

David Teten

JANUARY 10, 2012

Mr. Lindzon’s new media and internet business investments also include: Limos.com, Blogtalkradio.com, Buddy Media, Ticketfly, Assistly, Bit.ly Michael was the lead research analyst for the IPOs of Internet companies like UUNET, Yahoo!, Mr. Parekh serves on various advisory boards of start-up internet companies.

Technical Review 128

Technical Review Technology North Carolina Switzerland 128

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 22, 2014

A bank wire is not always a convenient mode of payment, especially for customers in China who do not use internet banking. Singapore Business Federation, Singapore: Your global Asia Hub. Business Services Resource Guide 2012/13. Complexity over the payment method was cited as a factor driving up DSO. Automated reminders.

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Singapore Asia Management China 191

techcrunch.com

AUGUST 14, 2012

Putting An End To The Biggest Lie On The Internet. It’s long been said that “I agree to the terms of service” is the biggest lie on the internet. The plan is to officially launch at Campus Party 2012 later this month. Disrupt SF 2012. Disrupt SF Hackathon 2012. © 2012 AOL Inc.

Internet 108

Internet San Francisco Europe Germany 108

Seeing Both Sides

MARCH 27, 2014

. When this 10s decade is over, we will look back and be amazed that a mere ten years prior, a few, absolutely massive financial institutions controlled the global banking industry. billion in credit last year, a 3x increase over 2012. Lending Club and Prosper are showing the promise of peer-to-peer lending, issuing $2.4

Software Review 55

Software Review Software China Technical Review 55

ReadWriteStart

DECEMBER 8, 2011

At today's roundtable, we discussed three major trends and opportunities for 2012 and also worked with an entrepreneur from Europe. As the Internet became mainstream, this was largely replaced (at least in the universe we live in) by email marketing campaigns, so the key information was the email address of a lead. Social Contacts.

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Greece Entrepreneur India Silicon Valley 116