Merito Network

Moving deep tech ahead in Japan and beyond. From DeSci to industry matchmaking, we bring cutting-edge innovation to market. DeSci could be the next big thing.

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Start-ups, especially from deep tech ventures, need an alternative to funding that doesn't require wasting so much time pitching to TradFi investors that reject ~98% of the time.

Token fundraising platforms like @juiceboxETH give that potential. They give hope we'll get closer to financial meritocracy.

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This August in Myoko (a one-hour train ride from Nagano), Zō Village is bringing together a dynamic community and offering:

→ Japanese cultural events
→ Co-working space w/ mountain view
→ Vibe coding classes
→ Great gym & fitness

Visit: https://t.co/XHfxTNGzAH

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Cool event happening this September in Nagano...we'll be there!

[ZuCity Japan @zucity_japan]

https://t.co/SD3hW2LacK

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Thank you for the inspiration @balajis

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Physical presence changes how ideas move. A casual comment over lunch becomes a business pivot. Physical is the new luxury. Join us this August at Zo Village in Japan: https://t.co/60W2PdBTcH

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Just a few spots remaining this August at Zō Village in Myoko, Japan for focused deep work. We have a cozy coworking space, private onsen, modern gym, and three kaiseki-style meals cooked daily for us. https://t.co/XHfxTNGzAH

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@sui_sing_run You're welcome to come join us in August, Sui-san...running every day in the cool mountain air.

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How to spend this August:

1) Alone at home and cafe/coworking space. Overheated when outside. Challenged to find good food and a gym. Hard to meet friends.

2) At Zo Village: Tasty meals, co-working, gym, friends at a onsen resort in fresh air in Japan.

https://t.co/0s7pLdn0rw

[Balaji @balajis]

@paulg There is another path. We’ve started new companies and currencies. Why can’t we start new communities, cities, and even countries?

After all, that’s part of why Elon wants Mars, and why Thiel backed seasteading. Maybe we can get there via the Internet.
https://t.co/zRNatsHPuR

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This August, Zō Village is bringing together an interesting group of movers and shakers. And offering:

→ Fun, curated cultural events
→ Find clients, co-founders, or investors in Japan
→ Fitness classes

Read more: https://t.co/0s7pLdn0rw

DM for more info!

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@jonaswillett1 @Tinder @grok , where does the $400 billion number come from?

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This August. Your chance to level up. In the Japanese mountains. Come be part of our new society, Zō Village.

https://t.co/0rOzPyVVQv

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@pbrody Congrats for the deserved recognition, Paul. What's next?

[Ruben @rdominguezibar]

San Francisco is the only tech hub with growing startup formation. Politicians want to kill it🚨

Garry Tan on the data:

SF has +24% company formation growth. Every other city is declining.

But city hall is doing everything it can to drive companies out:

▪️ 800% gross receipts tax hike proposed
▪️ Lab bans threatening biotech and AI startups

This is the only VC hub in America still growing, and local politicians are trying to destroy what makes it special.

The irony: SF's comeback is real, and the biggest threat isn't competition from other cities. It's self-inflicted.

Do you think SF stays the AI capital or does policy push startups elsewhere?

[John Rush @johnrushx]

How I got my first 100 users for each of my 24 startups:

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Eye-opening data from former OIST University Dean of Research Nick Luscombe's presentation at Asia Society Japan's event in Tokyo today on Japan's Research Renaissance: Strategies for Global Impact.

Time for a new way for Japan to fund its research?

@MeritoNetwork is ready to lead a funding renaissance.

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@MeritoNetwork is thrilled to present on the huge opportunity presented by DeSci to a crowd of technologists and investors at the Network School in Malaysia tomorrow.

https://t.co/VtRJpdgwkd

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@Noahpinion , thoughts?

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Could Japan become a node in the global network school archipelago?

https://t.co/K32sWO6eR3

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We're excited to share @MeritoNetwork 's vision of tokenizing IP on Internet Capital Markets at this upcoming event at the Network School. Looking forward to meeting you @arifkazi_

[Arif @arifkazi_]

RSVP now: https://t.co/j4HXAmpSGn