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B2B Venture Capital: Corporate Social Media, Marijuana Procurement, and Big Data

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This week, the two countries were the only markets that landed on the B2B venture capital board, with funding landing at SaaS, Big Data and procurement startups across a range of industries, from corporate social media management to marijuana procurement. PYMNTS breaks down the $24 million in venture capital raised. Honorable Mention.

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How Collectives Aim To Make Cities Into Blockchain Centers

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A group called the Austin Blockchain Collective , for instance, is looking to establish the Texas city as a hub for blockchain innovation. Approximately 140 firms that are involved in blockchain technology and crypto assets have a presence in Austin, Harris said.

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DOJ Antitrust Lawsuit Against Facebook No Slam Dunk

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The document was prepared by Facebook staff based on work it commissioned from lawyers at Sidley Austin, a Chicago-based law firm, and reviewed by WSJ. He said it was a natural extension of its global social media business and not an attempt to remove a potential competitor from the marketplace. “It

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Software Co BigCommerce IPO Soars 183 Pct

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The company, based in Austin, Texas, has software that allows companies to manage eCommerce sales through markets like Amazon or on social media like Instagram. According to a PYMNTS report , Tiger Global Management plans to buy at least one-fifth of the shares in the IPO.

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Facebook Opens New Boston Office

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The social media company invited some journalists along for a tour of the facilities, giving them a rare inside look at one of the world’s biggest companies and how it treats employees. Seattle, Miami, New York, Los Angeles, Detroit, Atlanta, Austin, Chicago and Dallas, in addition to 40 locations around the world.

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October 26th – BSA/AML Day | Nationally Recognized

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Last year, we received support from our home city (Austin) and our home state (Texas) by way of formal proclamations. GET INVOLVED From writing your governor to request recognition of this historical day with a state-wide proclamation, to spreading the spotlight on social media, know that however you help goes a long way.

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Facebook’s News Accelerator Nets Extra $5M For Local Newspapers

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Also in January, the social media giant opened a 130,000-square-foot office in Cambridge , Massachusetts. Seattle, Miami, New York, Los Angeles, Detroit, Atlanta, Austin, Chicago and Dallas, in addition to 40 locations around the world.