Venture capitalist Deedy Das found himself in Japan in August with two commitments pulling him in different directions: a marriage proposal and a fast-moving startup deal. While celebrating with his girlfriend at temples and hot springs, a founder he had been in contact with for eight months texted to say he was raising capital, Business Insider reported. Das coordinated with colleagues from the trip and secured a handshake agreement the day after returning to California, a move that reflected the moment ...