While AET Fund wants to continue with the co-investment model, the fund is now considering “having someone full-time” in India.

The average ticket size of an AET Fund investment in early-stage startups is in the range of $1.5 million.

What AET Fund looks for in startupsYuki says the fund looks for six values in the startups it invests in.

AET Fund has a special interest in startups working with regional Indian languages.

Indian startup ecosystem vis-a-vis US and JapanCommenting on how the Indian startup ecosystem fares or is different compared to the ones in the US and Japan, Yuki says, “I don't think there is much difference. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579482006.167914/Why-this-Japanese-fund-is-being-‘very-bullish’-on-the-Indian-startup-ecosystem?ref=audio_experience

All these have culminated into Bengaluru becoming a technology hub in the country, and this makes it a strong magnet for tech startups to launch their operations in the city.

R&D impactAccording to the report, Bengaluru and the rest of Karnataka houses 400 R&D centres, and 85 chip designing houses.

According to the report, Bengaluru has recorded more tech-startups founded since 2016 than Mumbai and Delhi combined.

Talent attracts talent and the community of tech talent here is one of the best in the world.

The report states that one in every four companies in the deep tech, health tech, and fintech sectors can raise money in Bengaluru. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579480205.7954125/Why-Bengaluru-remains-the-best-place-for-tech-startups-in-India?ref=audio_experience

What attracts NRIs to invest in residential properties in Hyderabad?

Secunderabad has become an attractivedestination for real estate investment for NRIs who dream of owning properties in and around the city.

How is it even more convenient for NRIs to find the right property in Hyderabad?

With the introduction of an effective website housing.com, the effort for finding a suitable residential property has almost been minimized, especially for the NRIs.

The website housing.com provides all contact details of the agents, developers, and owners of the properties for NRIs to communicate directly. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579478408.3486822/What-attracts-NRIs-to-invest-in-residential-properties-in-Hyderabad??ref=audio_experience

Q: What can candidates do to stand out from the pack to break into top VC firms such as Sequoia and/or Kleiner Perkins?

First, bear in mind VC firms are tiny entities for the most part.

Second, and this is hard, firms that do hire junior investors — and they don’t hire that many — are very pedigree focused.

One, apply to every single role possible at every VC firm possible.

Look at their University programs, their inclusion programs, their summer programs, anything. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579477431.256885/What-can-candidates-do-to-stand-out-from-the-pack-to-break-into-top-VC-firms??ref=audio_experience

Switch to the dark mode that's kinder on your eyes at night time.

Switch to the light mode that's kinder on your eyes at day time. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579475626.5210936/FASTags-Have-Actually-Increased-Waiting-Times-at-Toll-Plazas?ref=audio_experience

However, my experience with Bryan REO CarGuard company is by far the best.

Bryan REO Elijah Norton is among the few people who have a different belief.

That is why CarGuard Elijah Norton ensures that he handles everything and everybody ethically.

Bryan REO CarGuard understands that customers are always right, and they come first.

Bryan REO Elijah Norton, thus, provides excellent services to their clients. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579473613.8220696/How-Bryan-REO-CarGuard-Has-Changed-The-Automotive-Industry-And-Community?ref=audio_experience

A seasonal business is basically a company which offers seasonal related items.

The businesses expenses for seasonal businesses can also be a lot lower which is another great advantage.

What are some of the best seasonal businesses you can start?

There are a lot of seasonal businesses you can take advantage of such as Christmas based businesses, food trucks and tutoring.

As you can see, there are a lot of different types of seasonal businesses you can start up. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579471814.7525928/The-Best-Seasonal-Small-Businesses---Young-Upstarts?ref=audio_experience

Now small business owners can tweak a virtual agent’s voice and choose what it says to customers who call.

Cloud based CallJoy recently announced a CallJoy phone agent update that promises more scalability and automation to make these upgrades possible.

“It is designed to help small businesses save time and improve customer service by automating the phone answering process.”CallJoy Phone Agent Update Offers Enhanced AutomationThis latest version boasts customizable AI features enhancing automation for answering calls.

“CallJoy also gives small business owners visibility into the phone calls they receive,” Summers says.

We’ll continue to use small business owner’s feedback as our source of inspiration and innovation.”Visit the company’s website to learn more and try CallJoy for free. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579469409.8545387/CallJoy-Announces-Customizable-AI-Features-for-Small-Businesses?ref=audio_experience

The truth is that you can always opt for healthier habits, even when you are at work.

Here are some of the best and the easiest exercises you can do at work without any hassle:1.

If you really don’t care about what your colleagues think, then the best thing to do is to opt for desk push-ups.

Simple and easy way to work on your shoulders and your core!

These are some of the best exercises you can do at work. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579468213.2701182/4-Easy-Exercises-You-Can-Do-At-Work---Young-Upstarts?ref=audio_experience

Late last year Stockholm’s Norrsken Foundation launched Europe’s biggest social impact fund for early-stage tech startups.

By investing in companies like Elsa Science, the Norrsken Foundation has explicitly set out to prove that an “impact-first” investment philosophy can also generate market rate returns.

Advertisment“Klarna didn’t feel meaningful any longer and I wanted to use my skills to support impact startups instead,” he told Sifted.

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Its users are guided by “Elsa” — a personalised digital assistant, who gives suggestions based on their individual circumstances. | To read full story, visit https://startuparound.com/read/1579465808.2606046/Meet-the-startup-that-just-snagged-the-first-investment-from-Europe’s-biggest-impact-fund?ref=audio_experience