A Former TikTok Employee Creates a New Social Media App

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Table of Contents:

1. Featured Startups

2. 30-Second News Picks

3. Tweets of the Week

4. Notes from The Staff

5. Other Newsletter Recommendations!

Featured Startups

KillerStartups’ Mission is to help entrepreneurs achieve the next big thing. Our role is to connect you with founders you can help and founders who can help you!

When we featured Uber in 2010, Founder Travis Kalanick might have still been your driver.

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• SalesHookup to Transform Sales Collaboration

• This Startup is Changing the Narrative of Seeking Help: Hiboop

• 40h is Perfecting the Interview and Hiring Process

• Pushable Pushing Individuals to Work for Themselves

30-Second News Picks

Naval Warfare Expanding to Drones - DevX

Our 30-Second Summary:

The United States Navy (USN) is charting a new course in naval warfare by soliciting the innovation of private drone producers. On October 3, 2023, the USN issued a Request for Information (RFI) to explore the possibilities of cutting-edge drone launch and recovery systems for non-carrier warships. This initiative heralds a visionary leap forward, inviting collaboration between public and private sectors to enhance the Navy's surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike capabilities.

As the RFI responses flood in, the USN is poised to reshape the future of maritime operations, driven by a commitment to adapt and innovate for a more secure and technologically advanced tomorrow. It's a historic moment that could redefine modern warfare, signaling a thrilling journey into uncharted waters for the Navy and the defense industry.

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A Former TikTok Employee is Building a New Social Media App - TechCrunch

Our 30-Second Summary:

Canopy, the innovative peer-to-peer social networking app, is making waves as it enters the scene, offering content creators a vibrant platform to connect, collaborate, and indulge in a bit of juicy gossip. The company has just unveiled its eagerly anticipated pilot program, with ambitious plans to onboard 1,000 influencers who will help create a thriving community in their core content niches, encompassing beauty, fashion, and lifestyle. Ayomi Samaraweera, Canopy's visionary founder and CEO, envisions this program as the catalyst for achieving critical mass on the platform.

As the anticipation builds, early birds can secure access by signing up on Canopy's website, with an impressive 1,200 individuals already waiting in line. What sets Canopy apart, though, are its plans for monetization, including a monthly subscription service offering valuable educational resources, a dynamic research marketplace connecting brands with creators, and an enticing community management section tailored to talent agencies and businesses. It's an exciting journey that promises to redefine the way content creators connect and thrive in their respective niches.

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Tweets of the Week

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