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Austin tech leader Joshua Baer dies in plane crash

Joshua Baer, a prominent figure in Austin's technology sector and founder of Capital Factory, has died at the age of 50. Baer was known for his role in fostering the city's tech growth and supporting numerous startups through his venture capital firm. He was aboard a small jet that crashed in Laredo, Texas, due to reported mechanical issues. AI

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Austin tech leader Joshua Baer dies in plane crash

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Ed White, The Associated Press ·

    Joshua Baer, the architect of Austin’s tech scene, dies at 50

    The self-described “Austinpreneur” founded the venture capital firm Capital Factory. He died when a small jet crashed on a Texas highway.