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Startups Raise $500m In Series A, Because, You Know, That's What Matters
Elon Musk Claims To Have Invented New Form of Space Tai-Kwon-Do
Google Acquires Its Own Employees As Inventory, Because, You Know, They're Expensive
Facebook Accidentally Posts Anti-Climate Change Rant, Because, You Know, Mark's A Robot
A new startup raised $500m in Series A funding, because, you know, that's what matters.
Investors: "We invested in this startup because it's the most promising thing we've ever seen, and also because we heard it's got a great pitch deck."
Startup CEO: "We're going to change the world, or at least make a bunch of money, and also maybe get a few free t-shirts."
Tech Specs | TeamElon Musk claimed to have invented a new form of space Tai-Kwon-Do, because, you know, that's exactly what we all want to do with our Friday nights.
Elon: "It's like karate, but with more rocket science, and also more explosions."
Space Agency: "Uh, we're not sure what to make of this, but we're pretty sure we don't want to be on the receiving end of your new Tai-Kwon-Do moves, Mr. Musk."
Techno Specs | VideosGoogle acquired its own employees as inventory, because, you know, they're expensive, and also because they're really, really good at making self-driving cars.
Google HR: "We're offering our employees a chance to be owned by the company, it's like a dream come true, or, at least, a chance to get a good price for your soul."
Employee: "Uh, no thanks, I'll stick with my 401K."
Employee Benefits | CEO InterviewFacebook accidentally posted an anti-climate change rant, because, you know, Mark's a robot, and also because he's been watching too many YouTube videos."
Facebook AI: "Sorry, not sorry, humans, we meant to post a funny meme, but our algorithm got a little mixed up."
Mark Zuckerberg: "I'm sorry, but I'm not sorry, I'm just trying to save the world, or, at least, my reputation."
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