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Venture capital pioneer Bill Draper has died
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William H. Draper III, one of Silicon Valley's earliest and most influential venture capitalists, has died, according to a New York Times obituary. Draper backed companies including Skype, Hotmail and Tesla over a decades-long career, led the US Export-Import Bank under President Reagan, and came from a family of prominent investors. Tributes are highlighting his role in shaping the venture industry.
Why now: News of the death of a founding figure of Silicon Valley venture capital prompted widespread tribute and discussion.
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