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The importance of accelerators in the startup landscape

Key Points:

1. Founders prioritize learning how to operate a startup, networking with potential customers, and getting warm introductions to VCs.
2. Many venture capital firms now provide these services, raising questions about the continued relevance of accelerators.
3. The accelerator model must adapt to the changing startup landscape and the support provided by early-stage VCs.

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