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11:15 AM PST • January 18, 2022

Snapchat has faced increasing criticism in recent years as the opioid crisis plays out on social media, often with tragic results.

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Will quantum computing remain the domain of specialist VC?

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11:06 AM PST • January 18, 2022

Despite all the buzz, quantum investments are still not mainstream: there were about 90 quantum investments in 2021.

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Ex-Dispo founding members launch Roll app, where creators post exclusive content

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11:05 AM PST • January 18, 2022

Today marks the launch of the Roll app, which aims to create an easy way for creators to make an extra buck while portraying a more authentic version of themselves to their fans. Already . . .

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