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Over 1100 STEM students boycott Google and Amazon due to concerns over these companies' contracts with U.S. government agencies, particularly those related to law enforcement and immigration. The stu…
Harvey, an AI company specializing in legal tech, seeks $600 million in funding, potentially valuing the startup at $2 billion. This move underscores the rising influence of AI in the legal industry.…
Elon Musk proposes a significant compensation package, contingent on Tesla achieving ambitious milestones in market capitalization, revenue, and profit. The package spans over a decade, with Musk rec…
Edtech funding in 2024 is experiencing a significant decline, with startups attracting just over $1 billion, the lowest in years. Annual investment and deal counts since 2019 indicate no rebound in t…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) plans to unveil new government-backed credit lines of up to $5 million for small businesses. This pilot program aims to provide more attractive working ca…
In 2023, the proportion of U.S. venture capital funding directed to startups with at least one female founder increased to 25%, totaling $34.7 billion, up from 15% in 2022. This notable rise was driv…
Series A fundraising in 2024 sees higher investment standards and fewer startups successfully achieving this round. The median valuation step-up from seed to Series A rose from $19.5 million in Q1 20…
Interest in SaaS startups is cooling, evidenced by a significant drop in funding from $17.4 billion last year to $4.7 billion so far this year, despite a slight rebound in overall U.S. venture fundin…
In the script, the focus lies on explaining Web3 technology and its potential impact. Web3 encompasses the next generation of the internet using decentralized technology such as blockchain. Key benef…
This month, several startups raised funds, including Angel AI, Rainmaker Technology, Phenomix Sciences, OncoveryCare, and Yendo. These companies focus on age-appropriate internet content for kids, cl…