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Web 3.0 startup advice #1: Financing from overseas venture capital

Jul 08, 2023 (News On Japan) - This project is a series of discussions on the various phases of starting a business in the Web 3.0 area.

In the first installment, two directors who procure from overseas VCs and develop their business globally, will discuss [in Japanese] the pros and cons of procuring from overseas VCs and points to consider.

Overview:

  • Why should overseas VC be included?
  • Tier-1, Tier-2 of overseas VC
  • How to relate to VC
  • How to procure

There are many pieces of advice that have not been published elsewhere, so please take a look if you are interested in starting a business!

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