Interestingly, Estonia is actually trying to figure out this issue.
Thanks to reader Allan Martinson for sending this.
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On with the show.
The biggest deals
With Google nearing 200 acquisitions since buying YouTube back in 2006, we put together an infographic of Google’s top acquisitions, from its recent HTC smartphone acquisition to its $12B+ Motorola Mobility mega-deal.
Yes, they are a beast in the VC game, having been the early money in Uber and Snap.
Sarah was previously at Greylock and prior to that was in product at Pinterest, so she has operating and investing experience.
She also sourced Pinterest for Bessemer so she’s got an eye for the next big thing.
We’re excited to discuss where Sarah is seeing opportunities.
Jim leads the $100 million Toyota AI Ventures organization. The firm and Jim are investing in everything from robotics to mapping algorithms to driver hazard recognition AI.
We’ll be talking about where Toyota is investing and why he believes the firm has an advantage versus other car makers and insurgents attacking the space.
We analyzed the distribution models and product offerings of the most well-funded VC-backed supplements companies. Nine of the top 20 companies offer subscription models, including Joint Juice, Elysium, Ritual, and Bulu Box.
P.S. On Tuesday, we’re introducing the Healthcare Horizons Class of 2017 — 27 startups transforming the practice of medicine. Sign up for the briefing.