In E42, Localogy senior analysts Charles Laughlin and Mike Boland sound off on two topics that involve protecting the little guy.

First Mike talks about how big tech platforms like Meta and Airbnb are applying user verification to small businesses.

Charles then asks out loud if crowdfunding platforms will become a go-to resource for tech startups running out of runway during the long VC winter.

And always remember to listen to the very end to catch the hosts' nominations for “Who Won the Week”. Maybe they will mention you or your company.

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