Damian Chen
Author's posts
May 05 2026
You Don’t Need More Sleep—You Need a Better Wake‑Up #SunflowerX #AI
Many people with sleep apnea don’t realize they have it. At the same time, nearly 1 in 4 adults rarely or never wake up feeling well rested, and almost half wake up unrefreshed on a regular basis. Most morning grogginess isn’t caused by too little sleep. It’s caused by waking at the wrong time, too …
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Apr 12 2026
The Founder’s Dilemma: Bootstrapping vs. Venture Capital
One of the most thought-provoking sessions at this year’s Web Summit Vancouver Masterclass series tackled a question every founder eventually faces: Should you bootstrap your startup or raise venture capital? In the session titled “Bootstrapping or Venture Capital,” Ricky Tejapaibul, Managing Partner and CEO at Tech Wildcatters, broke down the decision-making process with a clear, no-nonsense framework. His insights …
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Apr 10 2026
Why Lumo AI Is the Hottest Thing in Smart Cooking
After AI broke into the mainstream in 2025, the shift in consumer expectations was immediate and irreversible. By 2026, AI was no longer a premium feature or a futuristic add‑on . It became the baseline requirement for any device hoping to compete in the consumer market. From kitchen appliances to wearables, from home automation to …
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Apr 02 2026
Copilot AI: The LinkedIn Engine Helping Sales Teams Focus on What Matters
Web Summit Vancouver 2025 – ALPHA Startup Interview Series Each year, Web Summit’s ALPHA program showcases the most promising early-stage startups from around the globe — and this year, Copilot AI emerged as a standout. Based in Vancouver, this SaaS company is transforming how B2B sales teams connect, engage, and convert leads on LinkedIn. In a conversation with Damian Chen, Mojan …
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Apr 02 2026
Monday Morning Wake Up to Innovation: AI-Powered Coffee Makers Are Changing the Game
Artificial Intelligence (#AI) and Machine Learning have revolutionized nearly every facet of modern life — and the momentum is only accelerating. In 2025, the global AI market has surged to a staggering $244 billion, with 378 million users now engaging with AI tools worldwide — up from just 116 million five years ago, according to …
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Oct 12 2025
LARQ Bottle PureVis™ 2: The Rise of Smart Sports Bottle
Whether it’s football, running, or even hockey, sports bottles have become essential gear for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers alike. They help maintain hydration during workouts, training sessions, and competitions. As more consumers embrace eco-conscious lifestyles and recognize the health benefits of proper hydration, reusable bottles are steadily replacing their disposable counterparts. This shift …
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Jun 07 2025
Vertical SaaS Is Reshaping the Future – Insights from Clio at Web Summit Vancouver
Vancouver, BC – May 28, 2025 — At Web Summit Vancouver 2025, one Masterclass stood out for its clarity and vision on the future of enterprise software: the rise of vertical SaaS. In a session titled “Vertical Software Is Eating the World,” Jack Newton, CEO and Founder of Clio, shared the remarkable journey of building a $3 billion legal …
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Jun 07 2025
VenteNova: Cutting Through the Noise in Startup Investing
Web Summit Vancouver 2025 — As part of the ALPHA startup program at this year’s Web Summit, early-stage innovators took center stage to showcase bold ideas and disruptive technologies. Among them, VenteNova stood out with a compelling mission: to bring clarity, transparency, and real operational data to the often opaque world of startup investing. In a candid conversation …
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