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Vancouver Whitecaps are in talks with Thomas Müller. Whitecaps are also in talks with FC Cincinnati to acquire Müller's discovery rights [@tombogert, @JacobsBen]
July 26, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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Starting a journaling habit?
Don’t aim for perfect. Aim for doable.

✅ Set a tiny daily goal
✅ Use a cue (like coffee)
✅ Skip the pressure to write “well”

The real magic? Consistency.

Read the full guide:
🔗 acornjournals.com/blog/how-to-start-a-journaling-habit-and-actually-stick-with-it
How to Start a Journaling Habit (And Actually Stick With It) — Acorn Journal
Want to start journaling but can't stay consistent? Learn how to build a sustainable journaling habit, with tips, benefits, and tools to help you stick with it.
www.acornjournals.com
July 11, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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At a time when some men are finding community in toxic parts of the “manosphere,” men’s circles offer another, more positive model of masculinity. cnn.it/42FMFUa
May 4, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Cherry blossoms in #Vancouver
April 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Is traditional VC dead? Bradley Tusk, co-founder and managing partner at Tusk Venture Partners thinks so. Tusk is bowing out of the traditional VC model and has decided not to raise a fourth fund. Read more below 👇 What do you think, is VC really dead?

techcrunch.com/2025/03/26/b...
April 2, 2025 at 4:43 PM
The AI agents space is heating up. Here's a quick snapshot of how the market is evolving—across Assistants, Business, Creative, Infra, and more.

Which segment are you most excited about?

#AI #Agents #Startups #MachineLearning #FutureOfWork #VC #tech #aiagents
March 24, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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on Q-Day, everything could become vulnerable, for everyone: emails, text messages, anonymous posts, location histories, bitcoin wallets, police reports, hospital records, power stations, the entire global financial system.
wrd.cm/4iyJdjP
March 24, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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That’s what we did in just nine days.

Let’s keep building, together.
March 23, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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My government is cancelling the capital gains tax hike. We’re going to incentivize builders, innovators, and entrepreneurs to grow their businesses right here in Canada and create more good-paying jobs.

It’s time to build the strongest economy in the G7.
March 21, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Raising capital is tough—but getting ghosted by a VC after a pitch? Frustrating.

Sometimes it’s lack of interest, but other times it’s time constraints, shifting priorities, or red flags. With AI-generated cold outreach on the rise, is VC ghosting getting worse?

🔗 techcrunch.com/2025/03/06/w...
Why VCs ghost founders, or reject deals and never speak to the founder again | TechCrunch
Getting ghosted is never fun. Especially if you're a founder seeking capital from investors. It’s similar to dating. You might be left wondering “Why is
techcrunch.com
March 14, 2025 at 7:54 PM
YC founders are raising less money—even when VCs want in. With AI startups hitting $100M ARR on lean teams, some founders prefer less dilution & more control.

Curious how/if this will impact capital deployment.🤔

🔗 techcrunch.com/2025/03/11/y...

#VentureCapital #Startups
techcrunch.com
March 14, 2025 at 7:52 PM
The most iconic goal in Champions League history #MiaSanMia
Arjen Robben's 2013 Champions League winning goal against Borussia Dortmund has been voted the fans' favourite goal in the club's 125-year history with 27% of the votes
March 1, 2025 at 4:53 PM
From @wired.com - I think in the long term from a strategic POV, organizations may be sacrificing business outcomes for improved attendance and obedience.
February 26, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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#MarkCarney knows how to do it:
February 25, 2025 at 2:38 AM
The Balanced Scorecard isn’t just about financials—it’s a strategy tool that aligns vision with execution. It helps companies measure success across multiple dimensions, ensuring long-term growth. 📊

Here’s a breakdown of its key components below. ⬇️

#Strategy #BalancedScorecard #BusinessGrowth
February 25, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Venture capital in 2025: Fundraising remains tight, but AI is driving record investment. Europe sees fewer active VC firms, while Spain’s ecosystem is booming. IPOs may rebound soon—but liquidity challenges persist.

www.wsj.com/articles/bet...
Better Days for VC Fundraising Aren’t Right Around the Corner
The pension funds, endowments and others that bankroll venture capital dealmakers are eager to get cash back from their investments. They might need to wait another year.
www.wsj.com
February 25, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Oxford-based OrganOx secures $142M to expand its liver transplant technology into the US market. A significant leap for medtech innovation and patient care.

🔗 www.thetimes.co.uk/article/oxfo...

#MedTech #VentureCapital #HealthcareInnovation
Oxford medtech spin-out raises $142m for US expansion
OrganOx, which makes devices to support transplants, is also considering a stock market float
www.thetimes.co.uk
February 24, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Business Insider’s list of 43 startups to watch in 2025 highlights game-changers like Abridge (healthcare) & Anysphere (AI coding). Who’s on your radar?
🔗 www.businessinsider.com/startups-to-...
#TechStartups #Innovation #AI #Venturecapital
43 startups to bet your career on in 2025
AI has led to a boom in new startup creation and deal making, and BI startups that have strong founding teams and investor dollars.
www.businessinsider.com
February 23, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Silicon Valley is shifting from flashy startups to AI-powered “boring” businesses—logistics, manufacturing, and legacy industries. Profits > hype.

🔗 Read more: www.wsj.com/finance/inve...

Is this the future of VC?

#Startups #VentureCapital #AI
Now Wanted in Silicon Valley: Ho-Hum Businesses With Thin Profit Margins
Venture-capital firms are bringing AI and dealmaking to accounting, property management and other unglamorous fields.
www.wsj.com
February 23, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Anyone else feel the earthquake in Vancouver?
February 21, 2025 at 9:35 PM
🌅 Need a quick reset before starting your day?

I just found this 3-minute guided morning meditation, and it’s such a simple way to start the day feeling calm, clear, and refreshed.

🎧 Watch here: youtu.be/71_uR5Ov1Qk?...

#MorningMeditation #Mindfulness #DailyCalm #SelfCare
3-Minute Morning Meditation for a Positive & Calm Start
YouTube video by Guided Meditation Space
youtu.be
February 5, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Google has quietly removed its pledge against developing AI for weapons and surveillance from its website. This shift signals a potential change in ethical stance, raising concerns about the future direction of AI development.
techcrunch.com/2025/02/04/g...
Google removes pledge to not use AI for weapons from website | TechCrunch
Google removed a pledge to not build AI for weapons or surveillance from its website this week. The change was first spotted by Bloomberg. The company
techcrunch.com
February 4, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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The pause on tariffs is welcome news. In a more volatile world, Canada needs to be laser focused on growing our economy and making our country more resilient.

It’s time to build.
February 3, 2025 at 11:30 PM