Some interesting links we found across the web this week:
Why It's so Difficult to Disrupt
The growing expectations of venture capitalists may be pushing
founders to focus solely on unsustainable growth, rather than on
user experiences that more accurately measure the value of their
product. This article provides some insight on surviving the
challenge of balancing financing pressures with true growth of the
business.
All Companies Can Use 'Confidential
Filing' IPO Process Now
A recent change in federal legislation will make it easier for more
companies to go public through a process of cooperation and
conversation with the SEC before official announcement. Read more
about the changing landscape for IPOs here.
What Should You Include in Your Startup Investor
Report?
While getting money in the door might be considered a startup's
biggest challenge, keeping investors updated is an ongoing
obligation many entrepreneurs fail to do effectively, which could
lead to dissatisfaction and skepticism about the company's
performance. Medium explains the value of preparing an
investor report and shares advice on what to include.
A Ukrainian Cyberattack Shows How Dangerous
Software Backdoors Can Be
Tens of thousands of people across the globe were affected by a
massive malware attack on June 27. Learn about the Ukrainian virus
that wreaked havoc on computers worldwide and what its destruction
has illuminated in the field of cybersecurity.
The June 2017 NYC Venture Capital and Early Stage
Funding Report
Check out this report compiled by AlleyWatch, describing the past
month's venture capital and angel funding for tech-enabled
startups, both in New York and nationally.
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