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Announcing Spero Ventures Fund II
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Announcing Spero Ventures Fund II

by Shripriya Mahesh and Andrew Parker •

Continuing our efforts to support companies building a healthy, sustainable, and fulfilling future.

The future of breathing + Node-S
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The future of breathing + Node-S

by Marc Tarpenning •

Discover how hyperlocal air quality impacts your health and well-being, and explore the groundbreaking solution addressing pollution in neighborhoods worldwide.

Infant nutrition is finally growing up
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Infant nutrition is finally growing up

by Sara Eshelman •

BIOMILQ pioneers a revolutionary breast milk alternative, empowering families and reshaping the future of infant nutrition through their groundbreaking technology and mission-driven approach.

Little-known Tesla Lore
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Little-known Tesla Lore

by Marc Tarpenning •

Discover how the humble lithium-ion battery, created to power camcorders, evolved to disrupt the automotive industry and power the electric vehicle revolution.

Indirect Value Capture
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Indirect Value Capture

by Andrew Parker •

Discover how successful companies create value for customers and capture it for themselves, from hardware sales to free software offerings, revealing a strategic approach to monetization beyond direct product sales.