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PublishedJune 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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The ‘together tech’ wave might be the most intriguing startup bet of 2026
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While the AI fundraising machine keeps breaking its own records, some founders are building in the other direction. Mirror founder Brynn Putnam just raised money for Board, a startup focused on bringing people together through in-person games and social experiences. Cyberdeck creators are going vira
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