Andreessen Horowitz defines Web3 as “a group of technologies that encompasses blockchain, cryptographic protocols, digital assets, decentralized finance and social platforms.” — CNBC, Oct. 13
VC firm Andreessen Horowitz is building what you might call its own Wired — a pro-tech media brand appealing both to consumers and business. It’s unnamed as yet, but A16Z is hiring fast. So far, at least, parts of it appear to be pitchable.
Andreessen Horowitz is looking to hire an editor to manage guest posts. The VC firm’s 936-word want ad reveals much about good contributed content. PR pros can go to school on this one, using these universal insights when pitching any outlet.
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Drafting..: "This time last year, the Wall Street Journal's CIO Journal vertical boasted five stellar reporters -- Sara Castellanos, Jared Council, Angus Loten, John McCormick and Agam Shah. Today's CIO-J boasts only three: Angus, Isabelle Bousquette and Suman Bhattacharyya."
✨Some professional news✨After five years at @BusinessInsider, I am thrilled to be joining @LinkedInNews as their technology editor. I’m excited to branch out beyond advertising, and take the skills I’ve picked up as a reporter over the past 8+ years to demystify a broader beat.
Abba goes on tour next week -- sort of. Their avatars do.
Rise of the ABBA-tars! Inside ABBA’s Groundbreaking Live Residency
How ABBA came back with their groundbreaking residency, ABBA Voyage
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Personal news: Today is my first day @thisisinsider as a senior sustainability reporter!
I'll be covering how companies tackle #esg issues like climate change, plastic waste & working conditions, w/ a focus on accountability.
Get in touch at cboudreau@insider.com.
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