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The firm, which has raised US$58 million so far, places right behind OpenAI, according to data from CB Insights.

Fears mount of mismanagement of “over-capitalized” blockchain startups as ICO funding in 2017 crosses $3 billion. But VCs also fear missing out.

2016 sent jitters through all stakeholders in the ecosystem. Now, mega funding rounds are back and deal flow is picking up too.

VC funding in Asia appears set to surpass the 2015 level after a lull in 2016. But a closer look reveals crucial gaps which are hurting startups.

While China had 2 major deals that accounted for most of the money, India had many smaller investments.

India is now among the world’s top five markets for exits. It’s the only Asian country in the top five, as Canada has bumped China down to number six. The US stays number one.

Khailee Ng, managing partner at 500 Startups. 500 Startups announced today it elected two new managing partners, Bedy Yang from its operation in Brazil and Latin America, and Khailee Ng,

There are many reasons for startups failing, but the 10 that came up most often provide useful signposts for everyone involved with the startup ecosystem. Entrepreneurs share why their startups failed.

Apple’s entry into this space heats up wearables by several degrees, and we could see another rush of investments.