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Sectors where New Zealand startups are poised to win

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Now, certain industries are emerging as potential areas where New Zealand can win in the tech space. Deep tech, medtech/biotech, climate tech, and crypto and blockchain are all areas that investors say they’re either actively investing in or watching for signs of scale. Blockchain NZ Chair Bryan Ventura.

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Kaszek earmarks nearly $1B in new funds for Latin American startups

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“We seek out exceptional founding teams whose business plan is centered on the strategic utilization of technology to gain a competitive advantage. The technology sector has faced some short- to mid-term pressure globally due to recent market adjustments. We don’t limit ourselves to any specific sector,” Kazah said.

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Daily Crunch: Russia fines Google $374M for ‘illegal content’ over its Ukraine invasion

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Like a museum, but on the blockchain : Despite his usual misgivings for crypto tech, we spot Haje covering a rare blockchain story, about Arkive, and its building of the world’s first decentralized museum. Resourceful Humans: On TechCrunch+, Kyle reports that investors remain bullish on HR tech as the Great Resignation slows.

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6 investors and founders forecast hockey-stick growth for Edinburgh’s startup scene

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In 2020, Scottish startups collectively raised £345 million, according to Tech Nation, and with nearly 2,500 startups, it has the highest number of budding tech companies outside London. However, the city’s tech scene is apparently lackluster when it comes to legal tech, blockchain and consumer-facing technology.

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8 investors and founders highlight Valencia’s potential as a fintech and cybersecurity hub

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While Madrid and Barcelona tend to attract the buzz when it comes to tech startups in Spain, Valencia is slowly and surely making a name for itself as a growing tech ecosystem. The city appears to be strong in areas such as travel, AI, cybersecurity, fintech, agritech, travel tech, biotech, sports tech, and VR.

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Tech News Roundup May 4

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The following are some of the hot topics we are tracking in the technology ecosystem: Technology Ticker. Data61, Treasury to review the future of blockchain technology in Australia - ZDNet. Peter Diamandis: Technology and Regulation Don't Mix - Inc.com. GSA launches tech service for agencies - FedScoop.

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A user’s guide to TechCrunch Disrupt 2022

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How to Disrupt Any Industry with Longevity Science: No PhD Required , with FOXO Technologies. The Great Expectations of Crypto and Blockchain , with MoneyGram. Finding True Love in Tech Partnerships: The Dos and Don’ts , with Mambu. Why African Tech Needs Venture Studios , with Fast Forward Venture Studio. 3:25 p.m. –