Steve Blank

JANUARY 5, 2023

We just wrapped up the second year of our Technology, Innovation, and Great Power Competition class – now part of our Stanford Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation. The return of strategic competition between great powers became a centerpiece of the 2017 National Security Strategy and 2018 National Defense Strategy.

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Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

We just completed the fourth week of our new national security class at Stanford – Technology, Innovation and Great Power Competition. We learned how Russia pursues security and economic interests in parallel with its ideological aims. This article first appeared in West Point’s Modern War Institute. . Oppenheimer , Dec.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2022

That challenge is a major business opportunity, as well as a risk, for startups. The bad news for startups is that your company can lose big if it’s caught in the middle. Sometimes the problem cause is that startups forget the technical standards and quality processes that every Internet rollout must follow to reduce the risk.

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VC Cafe

MARCH 1, 2024

Most startups equate the process of fundraising to dating – founders have to typically kiss a lot of frogs until the find the right fit. Climate tech – We have a fair chance of avoiding catastrophic climate change if startups offer commercial solutions to decarbonize society or remove carbon from the atmosphere.

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Steve Blank

JUNE 8, 2021

Hacking for Defense has teams of students working to understand and solve national security problems. The National Science Foundation, National Security Agency and the Common Mission Project have helped promote the expansion of the methodology worldwide.). – while simultaneously building a series of minimal viable products.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

These approaches allow your startup to grow more rapidly, save costs, but costly mistakes can lead to business failure. When you sign up remote workers, you’ll start to rely heavily on collaborative tools, Internet bandwidth, and new data security tools. My IT budget will go down as remote users use their own tools.”

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Choosing the right structure not only impacts your personal liability but also your ability to protect intellectual property, secure investment, and manage taxes. The post How Entrepreneurs Need To Plan To Protect Their Business appeared first on The Startup Magazine.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In Q3 of 2024, AI-related startups landed $19 billion USD, which equates to 28% of total venture dollars. The rise of startups in the pet care space A recent analysis of veterinary services in the US showed that the number of graduates from existing vet colleges will be enough to meet demand through 2035.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 25, 2020

He was able to identify ten lessons from the common threads to survival in the winning explorer teams, which I believe apply equally well to the survival and success of business startup teams today: Never lose sight of long-term goals, but focus real energy on short-term objectives. Teamwork is the hallmark of high-performing startups.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In the competitive world of startups, the user onboarding experience plays a crucial role in determining the future success of the business. A seamless, secure, and intuitive user onboarding journey is everything that makes a difference for startups looking to build lasting relationships with their customers.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

By Gayle Jennings OByrne Though interest rates have gone down slightly, ongoing market volatility means that funding for startups is still difficult. Meanwhile, the more recently started AngelPad program has provided an average of $14 million in funding for startups participating in its programs.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Ensuring Enhanced Protection for Data Ensuring data security is crucial for companies that handle confidential information. Entity management software enhances security through encryption access controls and routine backups. The post How Entity Management Software Supports Growing Businesses appeared first on The Startup Magazine.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2024

With increasing cyber threats and the expanding use of digital technologies, businesses must implement robust data protection strategies to prevent breaches and ensure the security of sensitive information. Insider Threats: Anyone with access to sensitive data may intentionally or unintentionally compromise data security.

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TechEmpower

AUGUST 21, 2023

Outgrowing your stack: Your tech stack was just right for your startup. This part of the report can go deep on how your software stacks up with respect to feature delivery, security, reliability, and scalability. Are there repeated bugs or security holes? It’s easier to secure buy-in if we know where everyone stands.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 3, 2021

In the past, if your startup had a website presence, the company was credible by definition. Yet most startups I know experience the same shock of disappointment when they first open up their website to offer their “million dollar idea” product, and nobody comes. Provide a privacy and security statement.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2020

The most common business entity used for startups is a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC), which is the cheapest and simplest to manage. All startups, including non-profits, need revenue to thrive, such as such as from subscriptions, retail, online, licensing, or services. Description of the business entity you plan to form.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

He was able to identify ten lessons from the common threads to survival in the winning explorer teams, which I believe apply equally well to the survival and success of business startup teams today: Never lose sight of long-term goals, but focus real energy on short-term objectives. Teamwork is the hallmark of high-performing startups.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

By nurturing these relationships, brokers secure repeat business and build a reputation as reliable partners in logistics. The post Essential Skills Every Freight Broker Should Develop appeared first on The Startup Magazine. Its about understanding clients’ unique needs and tailoring services to meet those requirements.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 27, 2020

You don’t find many startup ideas as straightforward as an online store. If you’re looking to launch a successful startup in 2020, this is probably the best idea you’ll find. They’ll feel confident that your product is what they’re looking for, and you’ll secure a sale! Well, not in theory at least! Suggestions.

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TechEmpower

JULY 24, 2023

At TechEmpower, we frequently talk to startup founders, CEOs, product leaders, and other innovators about their next big tech initiative. What are your key Startup Metrics ? eCommerce Does your startup run on a subscription model? Analytics/Metrics What key startup metrics will you need to track? Ads, Viral/Social, SEO)?

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VC Cafe

MARCH 7, 2025

Israeli tech funding remained stable in February, with 25 startups raising a total of $588 million and two new unicorns minted: Dream and Augury. Way to go Gadi Evron and team Knostic on securing an $11M series A round to help enterprises adopt AI tools without worrying about data leaks! Startup funding -20% YoY to $19.3B

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Security roles : Some ex-Agency people gravitate to roles in security. I discovered that while I know a lot about tradecraft-related security and how to stay alive for the first minutes of an ambush, I know little about building security and computer systems security. At first many start-ups hire a lobbying firm.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

Employees should feel comfortable sharing ideas and receiving critiques in a secure, supportive setting. The post Revolutionizing Employee Feedback: Modern Approaches to Performance Reviews appeared first on The Startup Magazine. Cultivate a Feedback-Centric Culture: Encourage an environment where feedback is a two-way street.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 1, 2020

Every business, especially startups, needs all guns blazing quickly on every opportunity or insight into the market. It’s already in use by law enforcement to predict security hotspots, health-care to predict needs, but most businesses are far behind in the use of analytics and big data. Marty Zwilling.

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Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Today, a new class of startups are attempting to sell these products to the Defense Department. Amazingly, there is no single DoD-wide phone book available to startups of who to call in the Defense Department. But startups? Most startups don’t have a clue where to start. So I wrote one.

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Steve Blank

JUNE 12, 2020

The eight teams spoke to over 945 beneficiaries, stakeholders, requirements writers, program managers, warfighters, legal, security, customers, etc. The National Science Foundation, National Security Agency and the Common Mission Project have helped promote the expansion of the methodology worldwide.).

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TechEmpower

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In fact, you might have to secure them from diverse people/firms. Although noteworthy, working with large corporations differs remarkably from working with startups. Some offer specialized skill sets like expertise in a particular programming language or framework, or specific domain knowledge. Are they publicly available?

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 2, 2021

Don’t be lulled into a false sense of security that what worked yesterday will work tomorrow. It’s now more intense than ever, with the cost of entry going down, and new players easily able to join the fray from anywhere in the world. Thus it’s more important than ever that you keep up with the latest trends and rules.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2024

Security and Compliance Standards Security and compliance are required when outsourcing software development. These regulations ensure that data security and intellectual property rights are maintained at high levels. Eastern Europe has stringent data privacy laws and compliance standards, such as GDPR.

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The Startup Magazine

APRIL 11, 2024

Security risks Remote employees can pose a security risk – especially if they’re working from insecure public wi-fi or using unprotected devices. Information will typically need to be shared on a secure cloud server. You’ll need to make sure that log-ins are secure and that passwords are regularly updated.

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 10, 2020

This is especially true for startups, which operate on the basis of customer traction to solidify expectations with investors or lending institutions. As the previous Co-Founder and CEO of Vungle, Zain secured $25 million in funding and was an instrumental player in the major growth of the company.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 5, 2024

Investing in automation technologies like smart locks and security systems enhances facility security while improving operational efficiency by reducing manual intervention. This may include climate-controlled units, 24/7 access, secure online payment portals, and convenient loading docks.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 4, 2023

Every business, especially startups, needs all guns blazing quickly on every opportunity or insight into the market. It’s already in use by law enforcement to predict security hotspots, health-care to predict needs, but most businesses are far behind in the use of analytics and big data. Marty Zwilling

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Securing the necessary licenses and registrations is one of the initial steps in the legal setup process. As the mobile healthcare market continues to expand, your innovative and client-focused approach will be key in securing a competitive edge.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 18, 2024

Invest in essential equipment such as a HIPAA-compliant cloud network and virus protection software to secure sensitive patient information. The post Tips for Transitioning to a Paperless Dental Office With Electronic Forms appeared first on The Startup Magazine.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2025

Pexels CCO License Security Guards One thing you could get to keep your business safe around the clock is security guards. You need to think that the wage of a security worker wont cost you as much as it would to potentially recover after a break in. CCTV Systems Alongside the security guards you could have CCTV.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Focusing on specific metrics can help you gain insights into the stability, growth potential, and security of DeFi platforms. High staking yields can attract users, but they often come with risks such as token inflation or security vulnerabilities. Security Audit History A DeFi protocol’s security audit history is critical.

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