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5 hours ago

A SpaceX-linked lawsuit could shape who profits from one of the biggest IPOs in years

A lawsuit over SpaceX shares may influence the distribution of private-market gains as the company approaches its IPO.

fromBusiness Matters

SpaceX files for record-breaking IPO with $1.75tn valuation target

SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO that may value the company at over $1.75 trillion, following its merger with xAI.

SpaceX files confidentially for IPO that will rewrite the record books

SpaceX files for a record-breaking IPO targeting a $1.75 trillion valuation, driven by Starlink growth and its merger with xAI.

Elon Musk debunks latest rumors about SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk denied reports that SpaceX would exclude Robinhood and SoFi from its upcoming IPO.

The SpaceX IPO is great - but it won't deliver 100x returns | Fortune

SpaceX's IPO reflects a shift in market dynamics, emphasizing access to capital and growth over traditional public listing benefits.

Elon Musk, world's first trillionaire: one implication of the massive SpaceX IPO | Fortune

SpaceX plans a massive IPO potentially raising $75 billion, making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.

5 hours ago

A SpaceX-linked lawsuit could shape who profits from one of the biggest IPOs in years

A lawsuit over SpaceX shares may influence the distribution of private-market gains as the company approaches its IPO.

fromBusiness Matters

SpaceX files for record-breaking IPO with $1.75tn valuation target

SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO that may value the company at over $1.75 trillion, following its merger with xAI.

SpaceX files confidentially for IPO that will rewrite the record books

SpaceX files for a record-breaking IPO targeting a $1.75 trillion valuation, driven by Starlink growth and its merger with xAI.

Elon Musk debunks latest rumors about SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk denied reports that SpaceX would exclude Robinhood and SoFi from its upcoming IPO.

The SpaceX IPO is great - but it won't deliver 100x returns | Fortune

SpaceX's IPO reflects a shift in market dynamics, emphasizing access to capital and growth over traditional public listing benefits.

Elon Musk, world's first trillionaire: one implication of the massive SpaceX IPO | Fortune

SpaceX plans a massive IPO potentially raising $75 billion, making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.

I helped build Uber and Discord and now my tools help fuel billion-dollar unicorns. But Silicon Valley is losing the AI race to itself | Fortune

Silicon Valley is falling behind in innovation due to slow adaptation to social demands and a focus on preserving existing business models.

1 hour ago

Investors Chasing AI Hardware Gains May Want to Rethink ARTY Before Adding More Exposure

The iShares Future AI & Tech ETF (ARTY) has not reflected the explosive earnings growth in the semiconductor sector.

OMG science

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1 hour ago

$60 Million Startup Says It's Invented a New Particle to Dim the Sun

Stardust Solutions raised $60 million for solar geoengineering to combat global warming by dimming the Sun, but faces significant controversy and unknown consequences.

#venture-capital

Privacy professionals

fromWIRED

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.

fromSilicon Canals

AI was supposed to be the great equaliser - instead it produced the most concentrated investment cycle in VC history - Silicon Canals

The AI boom has concentrated global venture funding in the U.S., reversing years of diversification in tech investment.

fromAlleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/1/2026

Avo and The Better Money Company secured $10M each in funding for their innovative tech solutions in April 2026.

Privacy professionals

fromWIRED

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.

fromSilicon Canals

AI was supposed to be the great equaliser - instead it produced the most concentrated investment cycle in VC history - Silicon Canals

The AI boom has concentrated global venture funding in the U.S., reversing years of diversification in tech investment.

fromAlleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/1/2026

Avo and The Better Money Company secured $10M each in funding for their innovative tech solutions in April 2026.

AI Startups Are Battling for Fresh Tech Talent, Offering Up to $400,000 Salaries and Big Bonus Packages to New Grads

AI startups are raising base salaries to attract top talent, with median pay for software engineers now at $200,000.

How Top Executives Structure Their 401(k) to Pay Zero Taxes in Retirement

Managing diverse retirement assets is crucial to avoid tax collisions and achieve zero taxes in specific years.

How a Business Owner With $1.2 Million in a 401(k) Legally Avoids RMDs

Business owners can eliminate required minimum distributions from 401(k) accounts through strategic Roth conversions before age 73.

How Top Executives Structure Their 401(k) to Pay Zero Taxes in Retirement

Managing diverse retirement assets is crucial to avoid tax collisions and achieve zero taxes in specific years.

How a Business Owner With $1.2 Million in a 401(k) Legally Avoids RMDs

Business owners can eliminate required minimum distributions from 401(k) accounts through strategic Roth conversions before age 73.

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Information security

19 hours ago

Mercor, a $10 billion AI startup, confirms it was caught up in a major security incident | Fortune

Mercor confirmed a security breach linked to a supply chain attack that may have exposed sensitive data of its customers.

fromwww.npr.org

17 hours ago

What's next for Meta in the wake of trial losses and layoffs?

Meta faces significant challenges with legal rulings and a shift in focus from the Metaverse to artificial intelligence.

19 hours ago

Y Combinator's CEO says he ships 37,000 lines of AI code per day. A developer looked under the hood

Gregorein's review highlighted that Tan's website made 169 server requests totaling 6.42 megabytes, while Hacker News only made 7 requests for 12 kilobytes.

Web design

#openai

17 hours ago

Media industry

The OpenAI/TBPN deal is a shocker that makes sense

fromExchangewire

Artificial intelligence

Digest: OpenAI Raises $3bn From Retail in $122bn Funding Round; Anthropic to Sign Australia AI Safety Deal

22 hours ago

Venture

OpenAI's gigantic new funding round renews fears about the company's profitability and cash burn

OpenAI raised $122 billion in funding, achieving an $852 billion valuation, positioning itself for a potential IPO by 2026.

fromwww.theguardian.com

If OpenAI is to float on the stock market this year, it needs to start turning a profit

OpenAI must refine its business model to achieve profitability before a potential flotation this year.

Media industry

17 hours ago

The OpenAI/TBPN deal is a shocker that makes sense

OpenAI acquired TBPN, a tech-business talk show, shifting its focus towards media despite previous project cancellations.

fromExchangewire

Digest: OpenAI Raises $3bn From Retail in $122bn Funding Round; Anthropic to Sign Australia AI Safety Deal

OpenAI raised $3bn in a $122bn funding round, while Anthropic signed an AI safety deal with Australia, and Musk faces a class action lawsuit.

22 hours ago

OpenAI's gigantic new funding round renews fears about the company's profitability and cash burn

OpenAI raised $122 billion in funding, achieving an $852 billion valuation, positioning itself for a potential IPO by 2026.

fromwww.theguardian.com

If OpenAI is to float on the stock market this year, it needs to start turning a profit

OpenAI must refine its business model to achieve profitability before a potential flotation this year.

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.

Tesla Stock Hasn't Looked This Cheap in a While

Tesla's future hinges on its AI and robotics innovations despite current bear market challenges.

US Elections

Prediction markets have sparked a golden age of insider trading-but the party may be coming to an end | Fortune

Insider trading in prediction markets has surged, raising concerns about unethical betting practices and lack of regulatory oversight.

Business intelligence

Wall Street Calls Snowflake a Top AI Infrastructure Pick

Benchmark rates Snowflake as a Buy with a $190 target, highlighting its role in the $500B AI Data Cloud market.

Careers

I was rejected 33 times and built a $390 million company - at 48 years old. Age bias in tech is costing us all | Fortune

Reinvention after 40 is often dismissed as a midlife crisis, but it can be a calculated and economically beneficial choice.

Gadgets

fromThe Atlantic

You Can't Escape the AI Tax

A significant RAM shortage is driving prices up, affecting consumers and prompting drastic measures at retailers like Costco.

I've tracked Apple for nearly 50 years: How a garage rebel became a multitrillion-dollar empire

Apple's 50th anniversary highlights its legacy but overlooks founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak in official communications.

Legendary VC firm Sequoia just released the memo for its Apple bet in 1977 and it shows how far the iPhone maker has come

Sequoia Capital's Don Valentine invested in Apple in 1977, highlighting its growth from a small hobby computer company to a tech giant.

Apple

fromZDNET

I've tracked Apple for nearly 50 years: How a garage rebel became a multitrillion-dollar empire

Apple's 50th anniversary highlights its legacy but overlooks founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak in official communications.

Legendary VC firm Sequoia just released the memo for its Apple bet in 1977 and it shows how far the iPhone maker has come

Sequoia Capital's Don Valentine invested in Apple in 1977, highlighting its growth from a small hobby computer company to a tech giant.

Oracle layoffs: Stock price rises as sudden job cuts shock employees

Oracle Corporation has conducted unexpected layoffs, notifying employees via email just hours before their scheduled work.

European startups

fromresund Startups

AI startup automating product compliance joins Y Combinator as regulation hits European retailers

European retailers face regulatory challenges; Complir's AI platform automates compliance processes, enhancing efficiency and growth.

#ai

fromFuturism

2 hours ago

Intellectual property law

Anthropic Suddenly Cares Intensely About Intellectual Property After Realizing With Horror That It Accidentally Leaked Claude's Source Code

Everyone Has Smart AI. The Winners Are the Ones Who Execute

AI success relies on reducing user friction and enhancing experience, not just improving model intelligence.

Artificial intelligence

A startup founder explains why she built 9 AI employees: 'I am a breathless OpenClaw bro'

fromSecurityWeek

Venture

Variance Raises $21.5M for Compliance Investigation Platform Powered by AI Agents

The AI industry loves token inflation. Your company shouldn't

The AI industry is increasingly reliant on token consumption, which may indicate inefficiency rather than intelligence.

It's not your imagination: AI seed startups are commanding higher valuations | TechCrunch

AI companies are experiencing inflated valuations and seed rounds due to high investor interest and competition.

fromFuturism

2 hours ago

Anthropic Suddenly Cares Intensely About Intellectual Property After Realizing With Horror That It Accidentally Leaked Claude's Source Code

Anthropic's copyright takedown request for its AI model's source code highlights hypocrisy in its stance on copyright laws.

Everyone Has Smart AI. The Winners Are the Ones Who Execute

AI success relies on reducing user friction and enhancing experience, not just improving model intelligence.

A startup founder explains why she built 9 AI employees: 'I am a breathless OpenClaw bro'

AI agents like OpenClaw can significantly enhance personal and business productivity, transforming skepticism into belief in their value.

fromSecurityWeek

Variance Raises $21.5M for Compliance Investigation Platform Powered by AI Agents

Variance raised $21.5 million for an AI platform focused on compliance and risk investigations, enhancing fraud detection and management for financial institutions.

The AI industry loves token inflation. Your company shouldn't

The AI industry is increasingly reliant on token consumption, which may indicate inefficiency rather than intelligence.

It's not your imagination: AI seed startups are commanding higher valuations | TechCrunch

AI companies are experiencing inflated valuations and seed rounds due to high investor interest and competition.

3 Financial Habits Every Expat Startup Founder Should Adopt Now

US expat founders must manage both US and foreign tax obligations from the start.

A Soaring AI Standout Is Eyeing a 2026 U.S. Listing. Its Next Act Could Be Bigger

International stocks, particularly in South Korea, have outperformed U.S. markets, with SK Hynix leading the charge in memory chip innovation.

Startup companies

Diverse teams start with diverse VCs | TechCrunch

Diverse hiring practices must be implemented from the first hire to create an inclusive company culture.

fromSubstack

Equity Compensation Is How Modern Millionaires Are Made

Equity compensation is crucial for modern employees, impacting wealth accumulation and tax implications.

Semianalysis CEO: Google's free cash flow will hit zero next year from AI capex

Google's free cash flow is projected to be nearly zero next year due to massive capital expenditures.

XRP Price: A New Rule Could Open Trillions in 401(k) Funds to Crypto - What That Means for XRP

The U.S. Department of Labor proposed a rule allowing crypto in 401(k) plans, but implementation may take years.

fromAxios

Private equity's next step into 401(k)s

The final rule emphasizes a rules-based framework for 401(k) investments without endorsing specific asset classes like private equity or crypto.

The Hidden 401(k) Tax Bomb Waiting for Anyone Who Retires With Over $1 Million

Surviving spouses face significantly higher tax burdens due to changes in filing status and RMDs after the death of a partner.

Cryptocurrency

XRP Price: A New Rule Could Open Trillions in 401(k) Funds to Crypto - What That Means for XRP

The U.S. Department of Labor proposed a rule allowing crypto in 401(k) plans, but implementation may take years.

fromAxios

Private equity's next step into 401(k)s

The final rule emphasizes a rules-based framework for 401(k) investments without endorsing specific asset classes like private equity or crypto.

The Hidden 401(k) Tax Bomb Waiting for Anyone Who Retires With Over $1 Million

Surviving spouses face significantly higher tax burdens due to changes in filing status and RMDs after the death of a partner.

3Fourteen's Pies: AI and semis are 'where the underlying strength is'

The semiconductor sector is experiencing unprecedented demand driven by AI and data center growth.

The 401(k) Move Executives Make Every December to Shield Their Bonus From Taxes

Most employer 401(k) plans allow mid-year changes to the deferral election percentage. Before the bonus pay period, raise the deferral rate high enough to funnel as much of the bonus as possible into the 401(k), up to the annual limit.

Retirement

Recently laid-off Oracle worker says AI is coming for jobs

Oracle laid off thousands of employees, attributing job losses to AI integration in large enterprises.

Oracle's Stock Has Plummeted 25%. Now It's Cutting Thousands of Jobs.

Oracle is cutting 20,000 to 30,000 jobs to improve cash flow amid a 25% stock drop and significant debt for AI infrastructure.

fromTechzine Global

Oracle lays off thousands of employees to fund AI buildout

Oracle's layoffs affected around 10,000 employees, attributed to cost-cutting measures linked to aggressive AI expansion.

fromTheregister

Recently laid-off Oracle worker says AI is coming for jobs

Oracle laid off thousands of employees, attributing job losses to AI integration in large enterprises.

Oracle's Stock Has Plummeted 25%. Now It's Cutting Thousands of Jobs.

Oracle is cutting 20,000 to 30,000 jobs to improve cash flow amid a 25% stock drop and significant debt for AI infrastructure.

fromTechzine Global

Oracle lays off thousands of employees to fund AI buildout

Oracle's layoffs affected around 10,000 employees, attributed to cost-cutting measures linked to aggressive AI expansion.

As a VC, I Can Predict a Startup's Success in Minutes - And It Comes Down to 3 Traits (Not the Deck)

Founders who demonstrate clarity, context, and chemistry can effectively navigate chaos and drive business growth.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

Strategy's Latest SEC Filing Shows No Bitcoin Purchases or Share Sales During Quiet Week

Strategy Inc. reported no bitcoin purchases or equity sales, maintaining transparency in its treasury movements and emphasizing its bitcoin reserves as a core asset.

Bootstrapping

6 days ago

The Shift Every Founder Must Make to Achieve Exponential Growth

Founders must transition from instinct-driven habits to structured systems for scaling their businesses effectively.

Microsoft vs Meta: Both AI Stocks Have Been Hit Hard, But One Is a Better Buy Now

Microsoft focuses on enterprise AI infrastructure while Meta invests heavily in consumer AI and advertising.

Business

Microsoft's Pullback From October Highs Is a Buying Opportunity, According to Wall Street

Microsoft's stock decline presents a strong long-term buying opportunity despite robust underlying fundamentals and growth in AI-related sectors.

Microsoft vs Meta: Both AI Stocks Have Been Hit Hard, But One Is a Better Buy Now

Microsoft focuses on enterprise AI infrastructure while Meta invests heavily in consumer AI and advertising.

Microsoft's Pullback From October Highs Is a Buying Opportunity, According to Wall Street

Microsoft's stock decline presents a strong long-term buying opportunity despite robust underlying fundamentals and growth in AI-related sectors.

more#microsoft

Why the Indiscriminate Carnage in Software Might Be a Once-in-a-Decade Gift for Tech Bulls

Market volatility affects stock prices, particularly in SaaS companies, amid rising oil prices and the impact of AI on the workforce.

fromComputerworld

California to bar AI vendors that can't prove bias safeguards

AI suppliers must certify protections against illegal content and civil liberties violations to access California state contracts.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

Crypto Tax Confusion Deepens as US Investors Struggle With Cost Basis and Reporting Duties

Many U.S. investors recognize crypto as taxable but struggle with accurate reporting and understanding evolving tax obligations.

Startup companies

5 days ago

Here is what 3 AI startup CEOs say they're looking for when deciding to hire a candidate

AI startup CEOs prioritize adaptability and genuine excitement about technology over traditional qualifications when hiring.

Palo Alto Networks, Upgraded to Buy, Is Targeting Rule of 60 Profitability

Palo Alto Networks has received a Buy rating from Benchmark with a $200 price target, driven by strong profitability expectations for FY2026.

Wall Street Stays Is Bullish on Atlassian Despite KeyBanc's Price Target Cut

Atlassian's price target was cut to $130, but the long-term growth outlook remains positive despite near-term challenges.

fromSubstack

2 weeks ago

BuzzFeed's AI Collapse, Coinbase vs. Big Banks, and the SpaceX IPO Is Official - Episode 182

Markets and technology are rapidly evolving, impacting companies like BuzzFeed, Coinbase, and SpaceX.

Startup companies

Looking for a co-founder? Don't draw from this pool

Choosing cofounders based on familiarity can lead to lower exit valuations and poorer performance outcomes for startups.

Meta Platforms Slips as Legal Verdict and AI Spending Concerns Converge: What Investors Need to Know

Meta Platforms faces significant pressure from a jury verdict, job cuts, and analyst price target reductions, leading to a 3% stock decline.

fromComputerworld

AI budgets soar, ROI still elusive

CIOs are now focused on demonstrating measurable financial returns from generative AI investments.

Startup funding shatters all records in Q1 | TechCrunch

Global startup investment reached $297 billion in Q1 2026, driven by four record-breaking deals, significantly surpassing previous funding levels.

This 1 Tech Stock is Worth Buying Hand-Over-Fist, Even in This Environment

Arm Holdings is positioned to thrive due to a critical mismatch in tech components, particularly in battery efficiency and capacity.

Blend's post-IPO reset: CEO Nima Ghamsari bets that AI can turn it all around | Fortune

Blend's CEO emphasizes recovery from the fintech crash, focusing on profitability after a significant decline in market cap and mortgage volumes.

fromSilicon Canals

The real story behind 45,000 tech layoffs: where the money actually goes - Silicon Canals

Tech layoffs reflect a reallocation of workforce driven by AI advancements, with contrasting narratives on the implications for workers and the industry.

fromTearsheet

In the world of Stripe: Acquisitions, agentic AI, and stablecoins - Tearsheet

Reports suggest that Stripe is considering a PayPal acquisition, although negotiations on the subject are in early stages with no guarantee of going through.

Business

6 days ago

This founder uses AI as a 'CFO' during tax season. His CPA still gets the final say.

Small business owner Kyle Ray utilizes AI tools for tax strategies and financial decisions, replacing the need for a full C-suite team.

Is This What the Start of an AI Bubble Bust Looks Like?

The market is experiencing a correction, raising concerns about a potential AI bubble burst and investor sentiment towards tech stocks.

fromTNW | Startups-Technology

StrictlyVC San Francisco is in less than a month | TechCrunch

Nicolas Sauvage, president of TDK Ventures, will explain the unique operations of corporate VCs and what founders should know about attracting investment.

Venture

Standing Ovation raises 30M Series B round

Standing Ovation raised €30 million for US commercial rollout of Advanced Casein, produced through precision fermentation from dairy waste streams.

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

Rebellions closes $400M pre-IPO round at a $2.34B valuation

Rebellions, a South Korean AI chip company, raised $650M in six months, targeting Meta and xAI as customers, and valued at $2.34 billion.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

AI's $258B investment boom raises urgent questions about ROI & real impact

Investment in AI is significant, but financial returns remain uncertain and require a more deliberate approach to defining success.

Former Coatue partner raises huge $65M seed for enterprise AI agent startup | TechCrunch

Sycamore raised $65 million in seed funding to build a comprehensive AI orchestration platform led by experienced founder Sri Viswanath.

fromAlleywatch

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/30/26

Notable startup funding activity in the US totaled $2.5B for the week ending 3/21/26, featuring various companies across different sectors.

5 days ago

Meta executives could earn nearly $1 billion each if they hit goals in pursuit of a $9 trillion valuation | Fortune

Moonshot compensation packages reward executives for achieving ambitious financial targets, with Meta extending this model to senior leaders beyond the CEO.

6 days ago

Physical Intelligence is reportedly in talks to raise $1 billion, again | TechCrunch

Physical Intelligence is raising $1 billion at a valuation over $11 billion, doubling its previous valuation in four months.

VC firms rarely reinvent themselves. Kleiner Perkins did-and has a new $3.5 billion to show for it | Fortune

Kleiner Perkins has successfully raised $3.5 billion, marking a significant turnaround in its venture capital strategy and investments, particularly in AI.

Harvey confirms $11B valuation: Sequoia triples down | TechCrunch

Harvey, a legal tech startup, raised $200 million at an $11 billion valuation, marking a significant increase in its funding and valuation over the past year.