TechCrunch, in its infinite wisdom and ever-growing number of derivations (CrunchGear, CrunchBase, TalkCrunch, MobileCrunch, Gillmor Gang, and the list goes on), has created a platform for entrepreneurs to upload a 60 sec video clip of their "elevator pitch," accompanied with a few key facts about their start-up (web address, founding date, funds raised to date, and a brief description). This is a great tool for anybody involved in early stage companies; from VC's and angels looking for places to put their funds, to other entrepreneurs looking to scope out the competitive landscape. Its also great for users looking for cool new apps, widgets, or platforms that are a little alternative to the status quo.
And if you don't fall into any of those categories, its always fun to chuckle at the nervous pitchers who can't stop glancing at their cue cards, sweatin' like a whore in church.
Some notable pitches: Smarkets, Jackson Fish Market, Yovia, Semanticator.
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