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Friends of Branded! Happy Saturday! I was STRONLGY advised yesterday to consider the wisdom of Mark Twain and particularly his

California’s Fast Act Might Deal Blow to Quick-Service. Investors are still open for business after a slow summer. Josh Halpern shares his 5-pain points and 4-wins for restaurant success. Picnic's partnership with Dominos brings pizza stations to the forefront of foodtech innovation.

As the fight for workers' rights continues, California has marked a pivotal moment for low-wage workers with a new bill aimed at fast food chains. Meanwhile, hot startup Gopuff attempts to raise more funds, and MrBeast Burger expands from its online presence to a brick-and-mortar restaurant.

Food delivery services market to grow at a rapid pace, reaching an expected growth rate of 11.4% through 2028. How blockchain technology is changing the face of hospitality. Meanwhile, Minnow and Picnic are teaming up to provide even more efficient and reliable food delivery services to customers.

The Death of Sysco (and Other Broadliners). Silicon Valley Handing $350 Million to WeWork Founder Adam Neumann Is Sign of VC Apocalypse. Why emerging managers are a critical part of a well rounded venture portfolio.

Venture capitalists are showing no signs of slowing down despite the economic downturn. Food waste tech firm Afresh raises $115M. Not all foodtech startups that raised millions during the pandemic have been immune to layoffs, highlighting the challenges that the industry still faces.

Starbucks to unveil its web3-based rewards program next month. JPMorgan Reportedly Building Travel Agency. Uber turns the corner, generates massive pile of free cash flow in Q2.

Rapid grocery delivery giant Gorillas set to raise $250 million. Rémy Martin Launches First NFT In Collaboration With Usher, BlockBar. Kitchen United Raises $100 Million From Kroger, Burger King Paren