Here are my assumptions when comparing Facebook, while using Google as the benchmark. Google's annual revenue is $37 billion with a market capitalization of $188 billion currently as of January, 31, 2012. Facebook simple valuation equation based on current estimates: Google Market Cap = $188B at $580 per share. MORE >>

It’s the exit strategy for too many entrepreneurs: “Google’s likely to buy us.” In the past week we’ve seen Google announce a multi-billion dollar acquisition of Motorola Mobility; if you had their cash you’d be elephant hunting, too. Meanwhile entrepreneurs dream. Sounds so reasonable, right? MORE >>

The round was led by Google Ventures and Mark Cuban. nimble ferrara goldmine venture capital google contact management relationship softwareThe funding also included Jason Calacanis, Don Dodge, Dharmesh Shah, and others. READ MORE>>. MORE >>

'Despite the level of venture capital activity in Southern California, the region--according to informal discussions with venture capitalists over the years--continues to suffer from a dearth of local, indigenous capital--at least, compared with the hundreds of investors along Sand Hill Road. READ MORE>>. MORE >>

Los Angeles-based content developer Machinima is on the verge of an investment deal with Google , according to a report published Monday by AllthingsD. Machinima consistently ranks among the top providers of content on Google's YouTube, and has been one of the companies spearheading YouTube's push into original content. READ MORE>>. MORE >>