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Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
7 hours ago

I'm a VC who bets on AI. What keeps me up at night isn't the idea of these companies failing-quite the opposite | Fortune

AI's rapid advancement threatens the relevance of current business models, prompting a shift in venture capital investment strategies.
UX design
fromIndie Hackers
11 hours ago

I Found Blue Ocean in the Most Crowded Market on the Internet

Most form builders focus on creation, neglecting post-publish management, revealing a significant gap in the market.
European startups
fromTNW | Insider
8 hours ago

Recap: Europe's top funding rounds this week (30 March - 5 April)

European ambition in technology focuses on building infrastructure layers across various sectors, including AI, quantum computing, and investment strategies.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 hours ago

This ETF Might Double Again This Year After SpaceX's IPO

UFO outperformed the S&P 500 in 2025, raising questions about its future performance and investor understanding ahead of a potential SpaceX IPO.
#spacex
Science
fromTechCrunch
57 minutes ago

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? | TechCrunch

SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through an IPO, focusing on orbital data centers as a key future initiative.
Venture
fromFortune
3 days ago

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.
Venture
fromFortune
3 days ago

SpaceX has filed confidentially for IPO ahead of AI rivals | Fortune

SpaceX has confidentially filed for an IPO, potentially valuing the company at over $1.75 trillion and aiming to raise up to $75 billion.
Venture
fromFortune
3 days ago

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.
Venture
fromTNW | Next-Featured
3 days ago

SpaceX files for record $75 billion IPO as conflicts of interest mount

SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO, potentially making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire with a valuation of $1.75 trillion.
Science
fromTechCrunch
57 minutes ago

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? | TechCrunch

SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through an IPO, focusing on orbital data centers as a key future initiative.
Venture
fromFortune
3 days ago

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.
Venture
fromFortune
3 days ago

SpaceX has filed confidentially for IPO ahead of AI rivals | Fortune

SpaceX has confidentially filed for an IPO, potentially valuing the company at over $1.75 trillion and aiming to raise up to $75 billion.
Venture
fromFortune
3 days ago

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.
Venture
fromTNW | Next-Featured
3 days ago

SpaceX files for record $75 billion IPO as conflicts of interest mount

SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO, potentially making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire with a valuation of $1.75 trillion.
#delve
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
8 hours ago

VC Chamath Palihapitiya Warns Non-State Actors Will Leverage Quantum Computing to Attack Bitcoin's 'Honeypot'

Quantum computing poses an imminent threat to Bitcoin, with a 5 to 7-year deadline for the network to adapt or face severe consequences.
Growth hacking
fromForbes
4 hours ago

How To Vibe Code A New Revenue Stream Using What You Already Know

Vibe coding enables founders to rapidly transform their expertise into marketable products, significantly reducing development time and costs.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

This Business Model Is the Hidden Goldmine For Boosting Profits

Done-For-You business models are surging as entrepreneurs seek results without managing every task themselves.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days 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.
fromInc
1 day ago

5 Passive Income Business Ideas That Require Less Than $1,500 to Start

Short-term rentals offer a variety of options beyond traditional home rentals. Platforms like Swimply allow individuals to rent out pools, while Neighbor and Spacer enable the monetization of unused parking spots.
Bootstrapping
#elon-musk
Silicon Valley
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Elon Musk calls out $2 trillion SpaceX IPO valuation as 'BS'

Elon Musk dismissed reports of SpaceX's IPO targeting a $2 trillion valuation as unreliable and labeled them as 'BS'.
Business
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Banks working on the SpaceX IPO reportedly have to subscribe to Grok

Elon Musk requires banks and firms working on SpaceX's IPO to subscribe to Grok, despite its controversial nature.
Silicon Valley
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Elon Musk calls out $2 trillion SpaceX IPO valuation as 'BS'

Elon Musk dismissed reports of SpaceX's IPO targeting a $2 trillion valuation as unreliable and labeled them as 'BS'.
Business
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Banks working on the SpaceX IPO reportedly have to subscribe to Grok

Elon Musk requires banks and firms working on SpaceX's IPO to subscribe to Grok, despite its controversial nature.
Washington DC
fromBreaking Defense
3 days ago

Industry bullish on DoC draft license process for novel space activities - Breaking Defense

US commercial space firms support a new licensing framework for unregulated operations to enhance investment and streamline mission authorization.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

How to Price Your Product Like the Last Unit Sets the Market

The highest-cost marginal customer determines market price, not averages; focus on scarcity and the last unit for effective pricing.
#openai
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

The Real Reason OpenAI Shut Sora Down Is a Warning to Every AI Startup

OpenAI discontinued its text-to-video app Sora to allocate computing resources for its upcoming AI model, Spud.
Podcast
fromFast Company
2 days ago

What to know about OpenAI's surprise acquisition of TBPN

OpenAI has acquired the tech podcast TBPN while ensuring its editorial independence.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

The Real Reason OpenAI Shut Sora Down Is a Warning to Every AI Startup

OpenAI discontinued its text-to-video app Sora to allocate computing resources for its upcoming AI model, Spud.
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 days 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.
Agriculture
fromFuturism
2 days ago

AI-Powered Tractor Startup Burns Through a Quarter Billion Dollars, Fires All Employees in Epic Implosion

Monarch Tractor faced failure due to its AI tractors being ineffective and dangerous, leading to layoffs and potential shutdown.
#artificial-intelligence
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
1 day ago

2 Top Oversold Tech Stocks to Buy Before They Soar | The Motley Fool

Companies are heavily investing in AI infrastructure, raising concerns about long-term profitability and impacting tech stock prices.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

The AI gold rush is real - but great companies don't need to mine it | Fortune

AI dominates investment conversations, but not all successful companies need to be AI-focused.
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
5 days ago
Venture

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.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
1 day ago

2 Top Oversold Tech Stocks to Buy Before They Soar | The Motley Fool

Companies are heavily investing in AI infrastructure, raising concerns about long-term profitability and impacting tech stock prices.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

The AI gold rush is real - but great companies don't need to mine it | Fortune

AI dominates investment conversations, but not all successful companies need to be AI-focused.
Venture
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
5 days ago

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.
#ai-regulation
fromAxios
2 days ago
California

California cements its role as the national testing ground for AI rules

California
fromAxios
2 days ago

California cements its role as the national testing ground for AI rules

California is advancing AI regulations while the Trump administration seeks a national standard to limit state-level laws.
Apple
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Apple Investors Face New Risk as Amazon Eyes Takeover of iPhone's Satellite Partner

Amazon is in talks to acquire Globalstar for $9 billion, impacting Apple's satellite connectivity and infrastructure.
Careers
fromFortune
5 days ago

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
5 days ago

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.
Retirement
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.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
33 minutes ago

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

Waymo's remote assistance issue reflects a broader lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry regarding reliance on remote staff.
Venture
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

What I'm Seeing As a Startup Investor in 2026

Fundraising now requires execution proof and deep understanding of metrics, shifting from storytelling to disciplined preparation.
Marketing
fromInc
2 days ago

Is Your Company Focusing on Generative Engine Optimization?

Generative engine optimization (GEO) requires marketers to adapt strategies for AI-driven search, focusing on relevance and collaboration across PR, content, and SEO.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
2 days ago

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.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

French Aerospace Manufacturer ST Group to List on Blockchain-Powered Lise Exchange for SME Financing

ST Group will list on the blockchain-based Lise exchange to enhance production capacity and meet high order volumes.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Get ready for a wave of TBPN clones after its blockbuster OpenAI deal

OpenAI acquired the livestream talk-show startup TBPN, highlighting its significant influence on the tech industry and the rise of similar shows.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

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.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Why Most Companies Get Innovation Completely Wrong

Real innovation stems from those closest to the work, not from executives or consultants.
Apple
fromZDNET
4 days ago

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.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Anthropic is having a moment in the private markets; SpaceX could spoil the party | TechCrunch

Demand for Anthropic shares is surging, while OpenAI shares struggle to find buyers, highlighting a complex narrative in the private securities market.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
11 hours ago

Alibaba Has a New Agentic AI Chip, Too-But Investors Don't Seem to Care

Alibaba is investing in AI technology despite stock declines, presenting potential opportunities for investors looking beyond U.S. markets.
#ai
Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago
Venture

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

Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

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.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
#venture-capital
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 days ago

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.
Venture
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

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.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 days ago

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.
Venture
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

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.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

SpaceX IPO Fever Hits -- Here's the One Space Stock You Should Buy Now

Rocket Lab is the only publicly traded company delivering significant progress across the entire space value chain, achieving record revenue and expanding margins.
European startups
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

'Liberation Day' 1 Year Later: How This Tiny AI Play Turned Into a 3,350% Winner

AXT's stock surged 3,353.60% due to its role in AI infrastructure despite initial tariff impacts.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

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.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
3 days ago

As 'Pro Codes Act' is Reintroduced, Opponents Warn of Threats to Standards Development System

Without effective copyright protections, there is a grave risk that these organizations will no longer be able to produce the high-quality codes and standards that the public and lawmakers have come to rely on.
Intellectual property law
European startups
fromresund Startups
5 days ago

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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

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.
Bootstrapping
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

What we're looking for in Startup Battlefield 2026 and how to put your best application forward | TechCrunch

Founders often underestimate their potential and should apply to Startup Battlefield regardless of perceived readiness or traction.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

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.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 week 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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

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.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Meta launches new initiative to support entrepreneurship, drive AI adoption | TechCrunch

In the AI era, it should be easier than ever for people to build new businesses. We want to build the services that enable this. This is important for ensuring that people broadly share in the prosperity created by superintelligence.
European startups
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
5 days ago

WIPO in Focus: Beyond Treaties, Toward a Market-Driven IP System | IPWatchdog Unleashed

WIPO is not merely a distant UN bureaucracy; it is a dynamic, fee-driven organization that has been undergoing significant operational and cultural transformation in recent years.
Intellectual property law
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Don't Let New Regulations Overwhelm You - Take Control in 30 Days or Less

Regulatory compliance failures typically result from poor internal organizational response rather than the rules themselves, and treating each new regulation as a structured 30-day operational project with clear ownership prevents chaos and ensures consistent execution.
#generative-ai
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
4 days ago

Small Businesses Are Drowning In AI Slop. One Document Stops It

Over half of small businesses use generative AI, but 94% struggle to see measurable benefits due to lack of brand foundation.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
4 days ago

Small Businesses Are Drowning In AI Slop. One Document Stops It

Over half of small businesses use generative AI, but 94% struggle to see measurable benefits due to lack of brand foundation.
Venture
fromFortune
5 days ago

The 'death of SaaS' could be the best thing to ever happen to SaaS M&A | Fortune

Enterprise SaaS M&A reached $83.7 billion in Q4 2025, marking the largest year since 2021 despite concerns over the SaaSpocalypse.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

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.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

AI startups are eating the venture industry and the returns, so far, are good | TechCrunch

AI startups raised 41% of $128 billion in venture capital last year, indicating a significant trend in investment focus.
Venture
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Is the AI era the beginning of the end of VC as we know it?

US venture capital has maintained its fundamental structure for 50 years despite evolving markets, relying on power law returns where a small percentage of firms generate most industry profits.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How to Protect Your Startup and Close Bigger Deals

Because startups typically don't have a track record of success to attract potential clients, they can offer a trial of their platform for free or at a lower cost to showcase what their platform can do and how reliable it is. The enterprise - a potential client - can test the newest technologies without the worry of committing to a complete and often costly rollout.
Startup companies
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Can AI Kill the Venture Capitalist?

ADIN uses AI to replace the human analysts involved in venture dealmaking. Put in a startup's pitch deck, and out comes a detailed analysis of its business model and founding team, a list of diligence questions and compliance risks, an estimate of the total addressable market, and a suggested valuation. ADIN has about a dozen different agentic investors, each with a distinct persona and investing thesis.
Venture
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