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American market for Russian start-ups

In 2014, the start-up Luca, led by the former editor of Afisha magazine, Eugenia Kuyda, became the first Russian start-up participating in one of the most prestigious business incubators of the Silicon Valley - the legendary Y Combinator. …
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Hungary Region Summary: “What are the hottest sectors for start-ups” and similar questions answered here

Market Landscape What are the major corporations across sectors that have decision-making units based in the region?  Pharma (Richter), healthcare (GE), road transportation (Waberer’s) automotive (Audis’ largest engine plant in the…
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3 Startups That Will Build on Chicago Tech’s Record-Setting 2014

It may be bitterly cold in Chicago, but the city’s tech scene is heating up. According to Built in Chicago’s 2014 Annual Report, local tech companies raised a cool $1.6 billion in investment and exits climbed to a record high of $7 billion.…
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Breaking the Media without Breaking the Bank (PR for Startups)

For startups, garnering media attention among a sea of other new businesses is a common challenge, and oftentimes slips to the bottom of priority lists. During a company's early stages, tight budgets mean entrepreneurs can rarely afford to hire…