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Are startup accelerators worthless?
Are startup accelerators worthless?

Learn which startup accelerators are actually worth it (if any) and what you should expect from them. We'll break down the actual value add for each case, as well as the associated funding and ownership dilution.

By Stéphane Nasser| March 18, 2026
6 Best Cities for Startups in Canada in 2026
6 Best Cities for Startups in Canada in 2026

Discover the best cities for startups in Canada, where your seed funding lasts twice as long, immigration doesn't require a legal army, and you can build a billion-dollar company without the Bay Area burnout tax.

By Devon Wood| January 11, 2026
Can you hire a pro to raise for your startup?
Can you hire a pro to raise for your startup?

Can you pay someone to raise funds for you? How much does it cost? Here's the truth about investment bankers, fundraising advisors, and what the best option is for first-time founders.

By Stéphane Nasser| December 8, 2025
15 Best Cities for Startups in the United States in 2026
15 Best Cities for Startups in the United States in 2026

Here's an overview of the top hubs for startups and founders in 2026.

By Devon Wood| November 25, 2025
How to pick the right fundraising advisor
How to pick the right fundraising advisor

Should you use an external advisor to help raise funds for your startup? In this post, I want to give you the playbook on working with a fundraising advisor: is it a good idea for you, how to pick the right one, and what you should expect?

By Jonathan Hollis| June 15, 2025
How startup studios build and grow startups
How startup studios build and grow startups

A "startup studio" or "venture studio" is a structure that builds and grow a startup from scratch. In this article, we’ll focus on how venture studios operate, the benefits provide to founders, and how they stand out in the startup ecosystem.

By Ralitsa Ivanova| October 3, 2024
Navigating the Fundraising Landscape in the GCC
Navigating the Fundraising Landscape in the GCC

The fundraising landscape in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region has rapidly evolved, positioning the region as a growing hub for startups and investors alike. Here's everything you need to know about it.

By Mirette Ramez| September 15, 2024
OpenVC Guide: The Vancouver Venture Ecosystem
OpenVC Guide: The Vancouver Venture Ecosystem

Vancouver is one of the largest startup ecosystems in Canada. In this OpenVC guide, we will tell you everything you need to know if you're a tech founder or investor in Vancouver.

By Shaun Gold| July 27, 2023
OpenVC Guide: The Paris Venture Ecosystem
OpenVC Guide: The Paris Venture Ecosystem

Paris is one of the largest startup ecosystems in Europe. In this OpenVC guide, we will tell you everything you need to know if you're a tech founder or investor in Paris.

By Shaun Gold| July 3, 2023