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In the evolving landscape of #startups, #venturebuilding is emerging as a superior model, providing compelling benefits that drive our strategy at SC Ventures by Standard Chartered **1. Increased Success Rates** Venture building boasts a 53% success rate compared to just 20% for traditional VC-backed startups. This structured approach significantly reduces the high failure rates seen in conventional models. **2. Higher Returns** Venture Builders achieve an average Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of +50%, surpassing the 21% average IRR of traditional venture capital. This consistency in returns is attractive and ensures sustainable growth. **3. Accelerated Scaling** Startups nurtured within venture builders grow 30% faster. The hands-on support, from ideation to scaling, ensures that startups can navigate challenges more effectively and reach market readiness swiftly. **4. Experienced Teams** Venture building attracts and support seasoned experts, leading to a higher likelihood of success. This environment leverages the expertise of founders who have a proven track record, further enhancing the startup’s potential. **5. Efficient Resource Utilization** By centralizing resources and expertise, venture building reduces overhead and operational inefficiencies. This streamlined approach allows for more strategic deployment of capital and resources, maximizing impact and growth potential. At SC Ventures by Standard Chartered, we recognize these substantial benefits, making venture building a core pillar of our strategy. By integrating the venture building model, we are committed to fostering an ecosystem where our 36+ ventures can thrive, scale, deliver exceptional returns and helps us rewrite the DNA in Banking. Read more about the transformative impact of venture building and its role in the future of venture capital [here](https://lnkd.in/gFizh6Ps). Claudia Zeisberger Aaron Gwak Fernn Lim Lokesh Sharma Julian Sawyer Usman Ahmad Solv Zodia Markets Zodia Custody Libeara Poyan Rajamand Lynette Lee Amelia Ng Olea Kingshuk Ghoshal Sujay S K TASConnect

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GENERATIVE AI - 4 THEMES EMERGING #bainandcompany #strategy #growth #fullpotential #strategyconsulting #brands #transformation #generativeAI #AI #artificialintelligence #corporatestrategy #aiadoption

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With the pace of AI development showing no signs of slowing, we’re at an inflection point for how businesses can bridge the gap between strategy and expectation. Thank you for the moderation of such an engaging panel event, Arun Sudhaman!

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1 WEEK TO REGISTER 🗓️ Find New Space: Identifying your next big innovation webinar Join us on Tuesday, 27 August for an insightful webinar where Dr Nicki Morley Alan Wheeler and Cynthia Vega explore how emerging trends can help #innovation and insights managers find new spaces that help drive #brand growth. Discover how #AI-infused insights can help you identify your next big innovation. Register now 👉 <https://lnkd.in/dADZCvP8

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Explore the blend of marketing and AI with an open mind 🚀💡 GenAI adds new dimensions, but human skills like creativity and strategic thinking are still vital 🌟 Let's balance tech with humanity for marketing success! #HummingbirdCreativeGroup #whereideastakeflight #Marketing #AI #GenAI #HumanSkills #DigitalMarketing

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🌱 Building a Sustainable Future, One Small Step at a Time Balancing sustainability with accessibility isn’t easy—especially when the world prioritizes essentials. But we’re proud to create products that fit into people’s lives as thoughtful, affordable choices. From trend-worthy notebooks to activity sets that bring creativity and joy, we’re here to “round out” the moments that matter. Our commitment to eco-conscious materials and processes isn’t just a feature—it’s our foundation. And we’re honored to lead the charge in our space. Support us! Like, share, comment—we’d love your help spreading the word. #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #ImpactInvesting #Innovation #SupportSmallBusiness

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🚀 Revolutionizing Advertising by Engaging AI Actors “Succeed at Scale” “Say goodbye to time-consuming and costly video ad production” “Take full control of the outcome” #ai #generativeai #aiagent #actors #interviewers #aiactors #texttovideo #ArcadsAI #sales #marketing #aimarketing #contentcreation #storytelling #digitalstorytelling #future #futureofmarketing Via/Thank you: Tanya S.

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Here’s my latest article as a member of the Fast Company Executive Board. #innovation #hiphop #lgbtq+ #tippingpoint https://lnkd.in/gkq5v9in

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I am keen to learn how such regulations will affect the broader AI community globally. Are we working on strategies that balance between innovation and regulation, promoting technological progress without compromising ethical standards? I would also like to know your recommendations for shaping my AI governance discussions at Hong Kong FinTech Week. Such as measures to identify and mitigate biases in AI systems, and how should we create comprehensive frameworks that align with ethical and societal standards. Thoughts, please? #Fintech #HongKongFintechWeek #FintechHK #HKFTW24 #digitalasset #AI #quantumcomputing #payment #banking #insurance #wealthtech #esg #impact #startup #Networking #人工智能

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Awesome talk with our very own"Ad-tech Hipster," Eric Tilbury, on how holistic measurement and tailored storytelling create real results in DOOH. The big idea I want advertisers to take away? Outcomes > clicks. Every time. #DOOH #AdTech #ProgrammaticAdvertising

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Where do Brand Storytelling and AI Driven Strategy meet when it comes to marketing and your business? Well, Adrian Boysel and I touch on this and much more in our recent podcast together here: https://lnkd.in/ggGPJb4e Thanks to Adrian for his knowledge and sharing in this episode of the Grow Your Business podcast!

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A wise man once said, 'If you don’t talk about yourself, no one else will.' Or maybe it was 'talk to yourself', hard to tell, he was drunk on the train at 8am after all. Anyway, here’s me in AdNews Australia this week talking more dorky tech stuff about how important humans will always be to the AI value chain. #humansrule! #AI #AdTech

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🚀 Canva’s 300% price hike comes as it gears up for a potential IPO, but mixed reactions are flooding in. Advanced AI features might appeal to large companies, but what about the smaller teams that built Canva’s brand? Check out the full story 👉 https://lttr.ai/AXI3b #subscriptionmodel #subscriptioneconomy #subscriptionbusiness #subscription #subscriptioninsider #saas #subscriptionservice #news

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Interested in learning about how blockchain ad buying is revolutionizing programmatic buying? Join me at LabTalks Live on May 30th. Register now at https://lu.ma/yot4vpii to discover how this technology is making the ad industry more transparent, efficient, and environmentally friendly. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the game #blockchain #adbuying #programmaticbuying #LabTalksLive

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The most important vote of 2024 is not in politics....In fact it's to vote for the talk Nadine Clarke and Lisa Gralnek are planning at #SXSW! Everyone knows we are killing the planet and we all need to look into our day to day lives on how we can stop that happening. Nadine and Lisa will explore the often-overlooked environmental impact of our everyday technology in their talk "Digital Design for a Greener Future". It's an important topic, led by two outstanding women in their field so please vote! It'll literally take you 60 seconds- and public voting ends this week, so go on, vote for something that's going to make a difference. Link in comments, just login, select, and let Nadine and Lisa spread the word. #sustainability

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Excited to share my recent appearance on The Global Discussion with Simon Hodgkins in Episode 223: "Cracking the Code on Brand Growth." With Simon’s engaging interview style at the helm, we delved into a wide array of strategies for leveraging the unconscious mind to accelerate brand, business and personal brand growth. 👉 Key Highlights include: ⭐ The Power of Instinct: Bypassing the conscious mind to reach people’s instinctive mind which drives 95% of decision-making. ⭐ The Brand Connectome®: How a brand can build a large network of positive associations to become the automatic choice more rapidly. ⭐ Rethinking Emotional Advertising: Why “sticky” assets such as Distinctive Brand Triggers® drive choice but emotions, which are fleeting, do not. ⭐ The Age of Instinct: Insights about how AI and behavioral science will impact the future of marketing and how to make sure you’re not left behind. Truth is, once you tap into power of instinct, you have the ability to create greater success in everything you do-- whether in your business, career, or personal life. Because change comes faster than you think when you leverage the brain's cognitive shortcuts. Catch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eRPKP5W9 Thanks for having me, Simon! #BrandGrowth #MarketingStrategy #TheGlobalDiscussion

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https://lnkd.in/ev3uGZzS Dear Sydney On what planet is this the best narrative the great minds at Google could develop to promote their AI platform, Gemini? I'm by no means anti-artificial intelligence. It's pretty much a must-have addition to any creative toolbox, particularly when concepting or battling writer's block (or procrastination;) But surely this kind of scenario is better left unsaid? AI has benefits, but when it's positioned as a replacement for creative interaction between a father and daughter in a schmaltzy attempt at pathos, it falls flat on its Uncanny Valley face. Maybe it was written by Gemini? Google deny this, BTW. Personally, I prefer AI pitched as a tool for jobs I hate rather than the ones I love. So, what AI are you using today? And is it allowing you to spend more quality time with your loved ones - or more with the technology? #AI #Google #Gemini #advertising #creativity