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Instagram hits a new milestone: half a billion total users

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David Sacks’ big gamble pays off, 90% of his employees stay

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Twitter buys Magic Pony to enhance live video capabilities

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Datanovo – Vator Splash Spring Class of 2016

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Daily fantasy sports scores a big win in New York

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