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March 3, 2016

Here's what worries investors who give VCs billions to find next big thing

Institutional investors in venture funds have invested about $50 billion more than they have seen in returns in the past 10 years and are concerned about some recent developments, a new survey shows.




Craigslist founder backs national competition to help women fund their ventures

Tech companies led by women have proven to be more capital efficient, achieving 35 percent higher return on investment and bringing in 12 percent more revenue when venture-backed, according to studies by Kauffman Foundation.




'Star Wars' director will produce YouTube series on Google Lunar XPRIZE competition

The competition's goal is to design and build a rover, land it on the moon and drive it 500 meters across the lunar landscape while sending HD video to Earth.




Cars might be the next target for hackers, say Uber researchers

At the RSA security conference in San Francisco, Uber researchers showed how software-heavy cars can lead to a whole new level of break-ins.




Mortgage startup CEO sees upside to any cooling: easier hiring, saner housing market

The San Francisco-based mortgage marketplace is on a growth tear, with plans to take advantage of an easier hiring environment while raising more venture capital and opening additional sales offices.




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