There are now a range of devices that can be used to detect seizures, from wearable sensors to smart watches and even bracelets. Researchers say the technology has the potential to revolutionize how seizure diagnoses are made and could help reduce the number of people who suffer from them.
The sun was shining and the birds were singing, as the two of us confidently danced our way around Zoom’s virtual meeting. We barely noticed the other participants as we focused on having a good time, cha cha chaing and laughing along to our conga line. The winter months can be slow and lonely, so it was wonderful to spend Saturday surrounded by people who love what we do. We can’t wait to get out there and network with more people in February!
TechGround is hosting a fireside chat with entrepreneurs from around the world, and we want your vote for who you think should take part! Who are some of the startups you would love to see share their stories and insights?
Michelle Alexander’s title, The New Jim Crow, accurately describes the 21st-century implications of America’s criminal justice system. Today, there is a second caste of Americans–the “new Jim Crow.” This group consists of working-class and minority families who are locked in a permanent subservience to the wealthy and powerful. Unable to gain access to good jobs or quality education, they are burdened by high levels of poverty and insecurity. Criminal justice reform is essential if we hope to end this injustice.
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- The Big Apple of subscriber bases: Apple may have missed its revenue target (see the Big Tech section) for its fiscal first quarter, but the consumer tech giant is poppin’ bottles and tootin’ horns after announcing it now has 935 million paid subscriptions across all of its offerings. Ivan has more.
- Who’s at the door?: Christine got the scoop on Jokr’s new funding round. The grocery delivery company secured around $50 million to give it a bump in valuation, up to $1.3 billion now. Jokr plans to use that funding to double down on its service in Brazil.
- A tall order for some shorts: YouTube’s persistence of getting everyone to watch shorts has paid off: Google says YouTube Shorts crossed 50 billion daily views, Ivan reports.
Startups and VC
Since Cambly had forced itself into a cash-positive position by eschewing outside funding, the company was suddenly available to be targeted by larger companies looking for an innovative edge in the market. The next two rounds of funding were quickly secured, allowing Cambly to expand its product offerings and reach a wider audience.
The first time I saw her, I thought she was the most beautiful woman in the world.
It wasn’t until later that I found out she was also
Pitch Deck Teardown: Laoshi’s $570K angel deck
In his book, “The Art of Happiness,” Deepak Chopra suggests that being happy is not a matter of luck or circumstance, but rather a skill that can be acquired by practicing certain habits. One of
Laoshi is an app that helps users learn to read and write in Chinese. The app’s founders raised a $570,000 angel round to scale up their app, which will make it easier for users to learn the Chinese language. Laoshi plans on making Chinese learning more accessible and fun for everyone, no matter their level of experience or skill.
This deck is full of useful tips and tricks for founders who are just starting out. The first four slides introduce the basics of founding a company, while the remaining 13 provide helpful advice on everything from choosing a name to growing your business. This is a well-organized and helpful resource for anyone in startupland!
- Cover slide
- Problem slide
- Market slide
- Solution slide
- Competition slide
- Road map slide
- Team slide
- Teacher growth slide
- Teacher retention slide
- Summary slide
- “Contact us” slide
- Appendices cover slide
- Appendix I: Viral effect slide
- Appendix II: Business model slide
- Appendix III: “The ask” slide
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The three companies have different approaches to earning money. Ford focuses on manufacturing cars and selling them, while Apple makes products that people use every day, like phones and computers. Amazon is known for its omni-channel deliveries, which means it can send goods to customers through any channel they prefer, including online shopping and physical stores.
I always enjoy Fridays, as it’s a day where I can relax and do nothing. Of course, there are times when I have to go to work or take care of my obligations, but for the most part, Fridays are free. Each Friday,
