Local services marketplace Thumbtack lays off 250 employees
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Thumbtack raises $150 million for its local services marketplace
Thumbtack just closed a new funding round of $150 million. Sequoia is leading...
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Thumbtack is raising up to $120M on a flat valuation
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How-to video maker Jumprope launches to leapfrog YouTube
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Thumbtack now offers benefits to independent contractors
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Sequoia leads $10M round for home improvement negotiator Setter
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Minted rolls out an on-demand photography service for around $100 per session
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