Serephina Ha

Serephina Ha

Serephina Ha is an emerging leader in the tech startups, on a mission to inspire fellow entrepreneurs to dream big, act with integrity, and innovate without limits for the world to be a better place today and tomorrow. Her unwavering commitment lies in translating audacious visions into tangible realities, with a sharp focus on startups poised not only for success but also dedicated to addressing pressing real-world challenges. Serephina relentlessly hones her expertise and acumen, and delves into business case studies with a keen eye, seamlessly integrating the latest trends and best practices into her repertoire. She is a trusted business writer to startup founders as well as a catalyst for their journey, empowering them to build their ventures from the ground up and stand tall in the face of competitors and chaos. Her belief in the transformative power of strategic milestones emphasizes that every fledgling enterprise possesses the potential to transcend its limitations with the right blend of vision and execution.

Contributing since   April 2024 Pitch   care@greyjournal.net
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Stories by Serephina Ha

The Best AI Products Haven’t Been Built Yet – And Anthropic’s Mike Krieger Is Racing to Find Them

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The Best AI Products Haven’t Been Built Yet – And Anthropic’s Mike Krieger Is Racing to Find Them

At HumanX in San Francisco, the room felt electric. And at the center of it all was Anthropic – arguably the hottest…

Serephina Ha Apr 9 3 min
Palantir Alex Karp’s All-in Summit Manifesto – Progress Demands Controversy

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Palantir Alex Karp’s All-in Summit Manifesto – Progress Demands Controversy

At the All-in Summit, Palantir CEO Alex Karp delivered a speech that provoked, challenged, and unsettled the audience. Unfiltered, unapologetic, and relentlessly…

Serephina Ha Sep 16 2 min
From Layoffs to Liftoff: How Replit’s CEO Bet It All on AI Agents – and Won Big

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From Layoffs to Liftoff: How Replit’s CEO Bet It All on AI Agents – and Won Big

At STEP SF, one of the most compelling moments came during a raw and inspiring fireside chat with Replit CEO and co-founder,…

Serephina Ha Aug 22 3 min
Is San Francisco Back? New Mayor Sets Bold Tone at Bloomberg Tech Conference

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Is San Francisco Back? New Mayor Sets Bold Tone at Bloomberg Tech Conference

At this year’s Bloomberg Technology Conference in San Francisco, the opening session tackled the most pressing question on the minds of tech leaders,…

Serephina Ha Jun 5 3 min
ETHSF 2025 Ends with Vitalik Buterin’s Blunt Forecast: “Crypto Hype is Dead. Now It’s Time to Deliver.”

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ETHSF 2025 Ends with Vitalik Buterin’s Blunt Forecast: “Crypto Hype is Dead. Now It’s Time to Deliver.”

As ETHSF 2025 came to a close, the energy in the room shifted from celebration to reflection. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, in…

Serephina Ha Apr 2 3 min
Not Dying is the New Living – Bryan Johnson’s Final SXSW Keynote Challenges Us 

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Not Dying is the New Living – Bryan Johnson’s Final SXSW Keynote Challenges Us 

In a powerful closing keynote at SXSW 2025, entrepreneur and longevity pioneer Bryan Johnson delivered a radical message: We may be the…

Serephina Ha Mar 28 3 min
How AI is Rewriting Retail – Tech Solution at Shoptalk 2025

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How AI is Rewriting Retail – Tech Solution at Shoptalk 2025

On March 27 at Shoptalk 2025, five voices in AI-powered commerce explored the evolving dynamics of product recommendations, social engagement, and data…

Serephina Ha Mar 28 3 min
CAC, ROAS, and No Hot Sauce: Kevin O’Leary’s Investment Gospel at Shoptalk

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CAC, ROAS, and No Hot Sauce: Kevin O’Leary’s Investment Gospel at Shoptalk

When Kevin O’Leary – aka “Mr. Wonderful” – takes the stage, you know you’re in for a dose of brutal honesty, entrepreneurial…

Serephina Ha Mar 26 4 min
Perplexity’s Bold Move! How CEO Aravind Srinivas is Transforming Search with AI (and Turning Down Big Tech Offers)

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Perplexity’s Bold Move! How CEO Aravind Srinivas is Transforming Search with AI (and Turning Down Big Tech Offers)

Perplexity’s Aravind Srinivas is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about CEOs in the AI era, leading his company on a mission…

Serephina Ha Nov 4 3 min
Beyond Fame! How Ashton’s Sound Ventures and Chainsmokers’ Mantis VC are Redefining Celebrity-Backed Investments in Tech

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Beyond Fame! How Ashton’s Sound Ventures and Chainsmokers’ Mantis VC are Redefining Celebrity-Backed Investments in Tech

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, two celebrity-founded venture capital funds, Sound Ventures and Mantis VC, took center stage with intriguing discussions on their…

Serephina Ha Oct 31 5 min
Scale Your Startup! Top Leadership Moves from 500 Global’s Clayton Bryan (TechCrunch 2024)

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Scale Your Startup! Top Leadership Moves from 500 Global’s Clayton Bryan (TechCrunch 2024)

In an era where the startup ecosystem is both booming and intensely competitive, Clayton Bryan, Partner and Head of Accelerator at 500…

Serephina Ha Oct 30 3 min
Creating Superfans! Brittany Hodak’s Playbook for Customer Loyalty at VRMA Conference

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Creating Superfans! Brittany Hodak’s Playbook for Customer Loyalty at VRMA Conference

In today’s highly competitive vacation rental market, standing out from the crowd requires more than great branding or competitive pricing — it’s…

Serephina Ha Oct 28 4 min
Exploring the Best of LA Tech Week 2024 – Events that brought Community Together

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Exploring the Best of LA Tech Week 2024 – Events that brought Community Together

LA Tech Week by a16z brought together innovators, investors, and tech enthusiasts from around the globe for a week packed with memorable…

Serephina Ha Oct 24 3 min
VRMA 2024 Highlights – Passing the Torch and Looking to the Future

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VRMA 2024 Highlights – Passing the Torch and Looking to the Future

The 2024 Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) conference in Phoenix was a resounding success, drawing over 2,000 attendees from around the world…

Serephina Ha Oct 21 3 min
How the Goldhirsh Foundation is Harnessing AI to Empower LA’s Nonprofits for Social Good

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How the Goldhirsh Foundation is Harnessing AI to Empower LA’s Nonprofits for Social Good

In an inspiring event during LA Tech Week by a16z, “AI for Social Good,” the Goldhirsh Foundation with their LA2050 initiative hosted…

Serephina Ha Oct 17 3 min
Robert Herjavec’s Playbook! Bold Moves That Took Him from Immigrant to Billionaire Shark

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Robert Herjavec’s Playbook! Bold Moves That Took Him from Immigrant to Billionaire Shark

At the recent Startup World Cup Finale hosted by Pegasus Tech Ventures during San Francisco Tech Week, Robert Herjavec, a prominent figure…

Serephina Ha Oct 11 3 min
Top VCs Reveal Strategies for Founders to Thrive in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

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Top VCs Reveal Strategies for Founders to Thrive in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

At the Step San Francisco conference on August 15, 2024, a distinguished group of venture capitalists (VCs) gathered to delve deep into…

Serephina Ha Aug 21 5 min
Hackathons, Acquisitions, and HR Tech – Chris Bakke’s Unexpected Journey to Startup Stardom

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Hackathons, Acquisitions, and HR Tech – Chris Bakke’s Unexpected Journey to Startup Stardom

In a dynamic and insightful fireside chat moderated by Indeed Ventures, Chris Bakke shared his journey from a real estate professional to…

Serephina Ha Jul 29 4 min
10 Microsoft Hackathon Tips to Succeed at Techstars Startup Weekend

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10 Microsoft Hackathon Tips to Succeed at Techstars Startup Weekend

Gabriela de Queiroz, the awesome Director of AI at Microsoft for Startups, recently dropped some serious wisdom at the Techstars Startup Weekend…

Serephina Ha Jul 2 3 min
Key Resources for Early-Stage Startups from the Create the Future Summit

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Key Resources for Early-Stage Startups from the Create the Future Summit

On June 7th, Berkeley’s Ciel Creative Space buzzed with forward-thinking energy at the “Create the Future Summit.” This unique event aimed to…

Serephina Ha Jun 12 3 min