FIZZ SUES VC FOR LEAKING SECRETS TO RIVAL SIDECHAT
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College social app Fizz has expanded its lawsuit against competitor Sidechat, alleging that a Maveron venture capitalist shared confidential information obtained during a 2022 fundraising pitch with the rival startup.
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