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SignalFire, a venture firm based in the Bay Area, raised $1 billion for its fifth fund, targeting applied AI companies and bringing its assets under management to $3 billion. The firm previously anno…

Microsoft aims to develop a personal AI companion designed to understand user preferences and needs. The AI will learn from user interactions and provide tailored suggestions and responses. This tech…

Solana’s left curve 228 proposal aims to address its inflation crisis. The proposal suggests altering the network's tokenomics to reduce inflation rates. It proposes a mechanism for stabilizing the t…

Runway, an AI video startup based in New York, raised $308 million in a funding round led by General Atlantic, increasing its valuation to over $3 billion. This follows a $141 million funding extensi…

Interest in DevSecOps has increased due to its role in integrating security into the software development lifecycle. This integration addresses vulnerabilities from fast code generation, especially w…

Meta's AI research head departs from the company, raising questions about the future of AI development at Meta. The departure may impact ongoing projects, funding allocations, and the overall strateg…

Disappointing job openings signal potential economic slowdown. Analysts observe that lower job availability may lead to decreased consumer spending. This, in turn, could impact corporate earnings and…

SoftBank plans to invest up to $40 billion in OpenAI, creating the largest startup funding deal in history. This investment surpasses Microsoft’s $10 billion partnership with OpenAI in 2023 and SoftB…

Jupiter's Vault provides a storage solution for digital assets. The protocol utilizes decentralized technology to enhance security. Users access their assets through a multi-signature wallet system. …

Isomorphic Labs, a spinoff from Google, raised $600 million to improve AI-driven drug development. Thrive Capital led this funding round with support from Google Ventures and additional investments f…

On March 31, 2025, Latin America’s venture capital reached four point two billion dollars in 2024, a twenty-seven percent increase from 2023. The fintech sector saw rapid growth driven by a large unb…

ChatGPT generates art influenced by Studio Ghibli's style. Users input prompts related to Ghibli themes. The technology creates visuals that mimic the distinct aesthetic of Ghibli films. Discussions …

Solana startups shift the role of validators in the blockchain ecosystem. They develop tools and services to enhance validator performance and uplift network capabilities. Startups introduce new mode…

A national robotics strategy would establish a framework for the development and integration of robotics technology across various sectors in America. This strategy would aim to enhance productivity,…

In March 2025, New York startups experience a slow start in funding despite notable exits on the horizon. Google plans to acquire cybersecurity provider Wiz for $32 billion, while CoreWeave aims for …

PumpSwap introduces automated market makers (AMMs) on the Solana blockchain. The platform allows users to create efficient trading markets without intermediaries. PumpSwap aims to enhance liquidity t…

In February, nine companies achieved unicorn status, primarily within the healthcare and cybersecurity sectors. Artificial intelligence contributed to some of these new unicorns in healthcare, cybers…

Startup and tech jobs face increased competition as industry layoffs rise and applicant numbers grow. Employers exhibit cost-consciousness by minimizing extravagant benefits and focusing on essential…

Chronicle announces $12 million funding aimed at enhancing Ethereum infrastructure. The investment will support the development of key technologies to improve network performance and scalability. The…

Pantera's Cosmo Jiang focuses on various innovative projects in the blockchain sector. He highlights decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and infrastructure developm…