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A year on from Russia’s invasion, Ukrainian startups show astounding resilience

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After 2 months in an underground shelter they have also used their technology to register evidence of war crimes and provide the ability to immerse oneself into Ukraine to experience it, it’s now developing applications for psychological trauma treatment, VR medical trainin, combat surveillance systems and making the de-mining process safer.

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Dutch startup hub Utrecht emerges from Amsterdam’s shadow

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The investment scene is described variously as focusing on software, clean tech, life sciences, biotech, organoids, 3D bioprinting, AI and VR/AR. A lot of focus is on life sciences, biotech, as there is a lot of research at the Utrecht science park and also spin-offs. One says: “In Amsterdam it’s ok. What’s their focus?

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

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The city appears to be strong in areas such as travel, AI, cybersecurity, fintech, agritech, travel tech, biotech, sports tech, and VR. The blockchain/crytpo scene could do with some improvement, according to a few respondents. Blockchain could be improved. Helena Ortiz Gil, CMO, Techer Team. What are you most excited by?

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Tech News Roundup May 4

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Data61, Treasury to review the future of blockchain technology in Australia - ZDNet. Designer proteins open up biotech frontiers. Microsoft vets join VR startup that offers full-body, fully immersive experience. Katie Kennedy. GeekWire Deals: Use Alexa or your phone to control your TV with the Blumoo IR blaster.

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Announcing the agenda for TechCrunch Disrupt 2022

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Bankrolling the Blockchain with a16z Crypto. Alongside a16z founder Marc Andreessen, general partner Chris Dixon has been integral to the firm’s rise as a giant in the crypto VC world — he was an early investor in startups such as Coinbase, Uniswap and Oculus VR. The Great Expectations of Crypto and Blockchain.