A TACTICAL GUIDE TO FINDING A COFOUNDER (4 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Finding a cofounder isn't about luck — it's about strategy. This guide reveals how to transform the often haphazard search into a methodical process. Founders can sidestep the pitfalls of mismatched partnerships by defining clear criteria, deeply assessing compatibility, and strategically vetting ca
BUDGET FLUSH COMING? (8 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
As the end of the year approaches, companies may experience a surge in spending as they rush to use up remaining budgeted funds, potentially leading to increased sales and revenue for software vendors. This 'budget flush' phenomenon could be stronger than usual this year due to the improving economi
FIXING THE ECONOMICS OF BEING A CREATOR (4 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
The current digital landscape offers unprecedented access to creators through technology, yet most creators struggle to earn a sustainable income due to the control exerted by major tech platforms. These platforms have shifted from connecting users to exploiting them, with creators receiving minimal
THE DNA OF A GREAT PRICING PAGE (7 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
The pricing page is a crucial component of a company's website, as it plays a pivotal role in the customer decision-making process. Companies should strategically design their pricing pages to be transparent, easy to understand, and aligned with customer needs, using clear value metrics and straight
THE EMERGING STARTUP PLAYBOOK (8 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Several breakthrough startups over the past year have achieved significant growth by deviating from the conventional startup playbook and adopting new strategies. These emerging practices include building a minimum remarkable product, leveraging storytelling to attract an audience, testing and scali
5 VS. FIVE: THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE USE OF NUMBERS IN ADS (4 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Research has shown that the way numerical information is presented can significantly impact consumer behavior and judgments. When numbers are displayed in digits rather than words, consumers are more likely to perceive the information as accurate and trustworthy, leading to more positive reactions.
5 PROS, AND 5 CONS, TO TAKING A VC ROUND AT A VERY HIGH VALUATION (2 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Raising capital at a high valuation can have both benefits and drawbacks for founders. On one hand, it can result in less dilution, more money to invest, and a longer runway, as well as increased attractiveness for secondary liquidity and signaling a company's potential for success. However, it also
THE END OF VENTURE'S FREE LUNCH (2 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
The venture capital landscape is undergoing a significant shift as the traditional model of investing in software businesses with rapid revenue growth is no longer viable due to the impact of AI. To achieve strong returns, investors must now focus on companies that create valuable intangible assets,
WHY I LOVE PRE-SEED (2 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Pre-seed investing offers unique advantages, including the ability to focus on long-term goals without time pressures, maximum flexibility to pivot and explore different paths, and the opportunity for collaborative due diligence.
YOU MAY NEED A GAP YEAR - FIVE REFLECTIONS (2 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Gap years can be transformative experiences, allowing for personal growth and exploration of new interests.
STARTUP EMPLOYEES ARE IN THE GREAT STAY ERA (1 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
The job market for startup employees in recent years has experienced significant fluctuations in confidence and job-hopping rates influenced by factors such as layoffs, hiring rates, and economic conditions.
Artificial intelligence’s brief day in the sun
13 days ago
Attending the World Summit AI conference in Amsterdam this week gave me a strong sens...siliconangle.com Read More
Zeta Global to acquire LiveIntent for $250M to expand AI-powered marketing capabilities
13 days ago
Marketing technology firm Zeta Global Holdings Corp. announced today that it plans to...siliconangle.com Read More
ApertureData raises $8.5M for multimodal AI database
13 days ago
California-based ApertureD...siliconangle.com Read More
Influencers are swiping a new black card at restaurants, spas, and fitness studios
13 days ago
OTH Network is the latest influencer-marketing platform wooing influencers and harnessing gifting as payment.businessinsider.com Read More
One of Amazon's top AI executives is out
13 days ago
Matt Wood, the vice president of artificial intelligence at Amazon Web Services, is leaving. In a LinkedIn post on Wednesday, Wood wrote that he's stepping away from AWS after 15 years at the company. He didn't share why or where he's headed next. "It has been an extraordinary jo...businessinsider.c
Dell introduces AMD-based AI servers and tightens Hugging Face ties
13 days ago
Dell Technologies Inc. today launched five new PowerEdge servers using Advanced Micro ...siliconangle.com Read More
Google AI helped researchers win two Nobel Prizes this week
13 days ago
While AI was helping win multiple Nobel Prizes this week, we saw the release of Google's Imagen 3, Zoom's AI Companion, and Amazon's Shopping Guides.digitaltrends.com Read More
Sex machina: inside the wild west world of human-AI relationships, where the lonely and vulnerable are most at risk
13 days ago
Chris excitedly posts family pictures from his trip to France. Brimming with joy, he starts gushing about his wife: “A bonus picture of my cutie … …theconversation.com Read More
TESLA DESIGNER FRANZ VON HOLZHAUSEN SAYS HE'S BEEN DESIGNING A ROBOTAXI IN HIS MIND FOR YEARS (3 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Anticipating the future of transportation, the work of Tesla's chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, emphasizes the evolution of technology integration in vehicle design. For years, von Holzhausen has envisioned the autonomous vehicle as an opportunity to reshape experiences and lifestyles.
ADOBE EXPRESS GETS NEW FEATURES AND ENHANCES INTEGRATION WITH CREATIVE CLOUD (2 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Adobe has introduced new features for Adobe Express, enhancing integration with Creative Cloud and adding tools like scene animation, text recomposition, infographic support, and shape drawing. It has added AI-driven capabilities that allow users to modify text easily, translate text into 46 languag
FIGMA HAS UPDATED TO UI3 FOR ALL USERS (2 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Figma introduced UI3 on October 10, offering users a redesigned interface with improvements that include fixed panels, enhanced properties navigation, and streamlined blend modes. Key updates include the addition of component library information, more accessible constraint controls, a clearer proper
THE SEARCH FOR SPEED IN FIGMA (7 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Figma faced challenges migrating from ElasticSearch to OpenSearch on AWS, including discrepancies in reported search times and post-processing delays. After optimizing post-processing and addressing runtime issues, it confirmed its queries were efficient, and the problem wasn't with the data itself.
FIGMA'S BATTLE AGAINST FIGMA CLONES (4 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Figma has filed a lawsuit against Motiff, claiming the competitor copied its source code and infringed on its subscription agreement by reverse-engineering its platform. It is demanding at least $75,000. In addition to legal action, Figma has been acquiring companies like Diagram and Visly to bolste
IT'S TIME TO REDESIGN HURRICANE SEASON'S MOST RECOGNIZABLE GRAPHIC (4 MINUTE READ)
13 days ago
Meteorologists are urging a shift from the traditional hurricane cone graphic, which misleads people about storm impacts. Experts emphasize the importance of focusing on the storm's effects, such as wind speed and storm surges. Despite improvements, the National Hurricane Center's updated graphics s