Start-ups aim to bring big conferences online as coronavirus triggers cancellations

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Start-ups aim to bring big conferences online as coronavirus triggers cancellations
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Start-ups like Hopin and Run The World have built platforms for hosting events online — and they couldn't have arrived at a better time.

Several major tech conferences, from Mobile World Congress to Facebook's F8 event, have been canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Both companies say they've seen a big increase in demand as event organizers look for alternatives due to health concerns.Lluis Gene | AFP via Getty Images

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