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Keepit Secures 48M Investment to Expand Global Reach in SaaS Data Protection

Keepit raised €48 million to enhance its SaaS data protection services and expand globally, focusing on innovation and partnerships.

Finland's Oura secures 192M funding - Silicon Canals

Oura secures $200M in Series D funding to enhance healthcare innovation and global expansion efforts, reaching a valuation of $5.2B.

Keepit Secures 48M Investment to Expand Global Reach in SaaS Data Protection

Keepit raised €48 million to enhance its SaaS data protection services and expand globally, focusing on innovation and partnerships.

Finland's Oura secures 192M funding - Silicon Canals

Oura secures $200M in Series D funding to enhance healthcare innovation and global expansion efforts, reaching a valuation of $5.2B.
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How a Government Shutdown Could Affect the Economy

A federal government shutdown may create uncertainty but the core economy is likely to remain solid.
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Liquid AI just raised $250M to develop a more efficient type of AI model

Liquid AI has raised $250 million in Series A funding to advance its liquid neural network technology, valued at over $2 billion.

Why AI company Databricks just scored one of the biggest funding rounds in history

Databricks raised $10 billion, signifying investor confidence in AI and positioning for an IPO.

Databricks raises $10B as it barrels toward an IPO | TechCrunch

Databricks raises $10 billion, boosting valuation to $62 billion, signaling significant growth and anticipation for an IPO.

Perplexity has reportedly closed a $500M funding round | TechCrunch

Perplexity secures $500 million in funding, achieving a $9 billion valuation amid fierce competition from OpenAI and Google.

Magic AI Secures $5M to Supercharge Home Fitness with AI-Powered Mirror

Magic AI raised $5 million for its innovative AI-powered fitness device, the Magic AI Mirror, enhancing accessibility to personalized training.

Databricks is raising a gigantic funding round

Databricks is raising $10 billion, increasing its valuation to $62 billion to invest in AI, acquisitions, and global market expansion.

Liquid AI just raised $250M to develop a more efficient type of AI model

Liquid AI has raised $250 million in Series A funding to advance its liquid neural network technology, valued at over $2 billion.

Why AI company Databricks just scored one of the biggest funding rounds in history

Databricks raised $10 billion, signifying investor confidence in AI and positioning for an IPO.

Databricks raises $10B as it barrels toward an IPO | TechCrunch

Databricks raises $10 billion, boosting valuation to $62 billion, signaling significant growth and anticipation for an IPO.

Perplexity has reportedly closed a $500M funding round | TechCrunch

Perplexity secures $500 million in funding, achieving a $9 billion valuation amid fierce competition from OpenAI and Google.

Magic AI Secures $5M to Supercharge Home Fitness with AI-Powered Mirror

Magic AI raised $5 million for its innovative AI-powered fitness device, the Magic AI Mirror, enhancing accessibility to personalized training.

Databricks is raising a gigantic funding round

Databricks is raising $10 billion, increasing its valuation to $62 billion to invest in AI, acquisitions, and global market expansion.
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10 Grant Tracking Templates for Efficient Fund Management

Grant tracking templates are essential for nonprofits to manage grants efficiently, reducing stress and improving success rates.

Germany's 1KOMMA5 secures 150M funding - Silicon Canals

1KOMMA5° raises €150M pre-IPO funding to enhance solar energy solutions and promote cleaner energy alternatives.
#venture-capital

Databricks targets steep growth after historic funding round

Databricks' recent $10 billion funding reflects the growing demand for AI technology and positions the company for aggressive international and product expansion.

Perplexity AI triples its valuation in about 6 months with latest $500M funding round

Perplexity AI's valuation surged to $9 billion after a $500 million funding round, illustrating the rapid growth of AI startups this year.

Databricks nears 9.5 billion mega-investment

Databricks plans to raise $9.5 billion to strengthen its market position and expand its data intelligence capabilities.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 12/17/2024

NYC startups secured significant venture capital funding in recent deals, showcasing investor interest in diverse technological solutions.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 12/4/2024

S.MPLE has secured $45M funding to automate administrative tasks in real estate, showcasing AI's potential in the industry.
Meez Culinary Solutions raised $8.9M to enhance recipe management in culinary organizations, attracting significant investor interest.

European Solo GP Robin Capital closes first fund with 15M to play with | TechCrunch

Robin Capital has successfully raised €13 million for its fund, targeting European B2B SaaS startups amidst challenging market conditions.

Databricks targets steep growth after historic funding round

Databricks' recent $10 billion funding reflects the growing demand for AI technology and positions the company for aggressive international and product expansion.

Perplexity AI triples its valuation in about 6 months with latest $500M funding round

Perplexity AI's valuation surged to $9 billion after a $500 million funding round, illustrating the rapid growth of AI startups this year.

Databricks nears 9.5 billion mega-investment

Databricks plans to raise $9.5 billion to strengthen its market position and expand its data intelligence capabilities.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 12/17/2024

NYC startups secured significant venture capital funding in recent deals, showcasing investor interest in diverse technological solutions.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 12/4/2024

S.MPLE has secured $45M funding to automate administrative tasks in real estate, showcasing AI's potential in the industry.
Meez Culinary Solutions raised $8.9M to enhance recipe management in culinary organizations, attracting significant investor interest.

European Solo GP Robin Capital closes first fund with 15M to play with | TechCrunch

Robin Capital has successfully raised €13 million for its fund, targeting European B2B SaaS startups amidst challenging market conditions.
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Delft-based GEHECO raises 350K in funding from UNIIQ

GEHECO's innovation simplifies geothermal heat pump installation, promoting carbon-neutral heating solutions and contributing to sustainability goals. Funding will aid its development.

Google gives San Jose $5M for community benefits - San Jose Spotlight

Google has contributed an additional $5 million to San Jose's community benefits, primarily supporting under-resourced communities through a grant program.
#investment

Exclusive: In just 4 months AI coding assistant Cursor raised another $100M at a $2.5B valuation led by Thrive, sources say

Anysphere's Cursor has shown remarkable growth, raising $100 million at a $2.6 billion valuation within months, highlighting its leadership in the crowded AI coding assistant market.

Upvest Secures 83M to Drive UK Expansion, Plans to Add 50 London-Based Staff

Upvest aims to expand its presence in the UK market by hiring 50 staff after securing 100M in Series C funding.

Veeam valuation rises to 14.2 billion euros on way to IPO

Veeam secures a $2 billion investment, pushing its valuation to $15 billion and paving the way for an IPO.

Exclusive: In just 4 months AI coding assistant Cursor raised another $100M at a $2.5B valuation led by Thrive, sources say

Anysphere's Cursor has shown remarkable growth, raising $100 million at a $2.6 billion valuation within months, highlighting its leadership in the crowded AI coding assistant market.

Upvest Secures 83M to Drive UK Expansion, Plans to Add 50 London-Based Staff

Upvest aims to expand its presence in the UK market by hiring 50 staff after securing 100M in Series C funding.

Veeam valuation rises to 14.2 billion euros on way to IPO

Veeam secures a $2 billion investment, pushing its valuation to $15 billion and paving the way for an IPO.
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Oura closes $200M round, bringing its valuation to $5.2B | TechCrunch

Oura raises $200 million in Series D funding, valuing the company at $5.2 billion, to expand product capabilities and invest in AI.
#telecommunications

Gigs, an 'MVNO in a box,' gets $73M to power mobile network services for any company | TechCrunch

Gigs raised $73 million for its platform enabling companies to become mobile network operators.
The rise of eSIM technology is driving disruption in the telecom industry.
Gigs simplifies MVNO setup with comprehensive cloud technologies and API accessibility.

Arkansas Will Open BEAD Application Window January 7

Arkansas receives $1.024 billion for broadband development, with application deadlines set for early January 2024.

Summit Broadband Secures $100M for Florida Fiber Expansion

Summit Broadband secured $100 million in funding to enhance and expand its fiber-optic network across Florida, improving service and profitability.

Gigs, an 'MVNO in a box,' gets $73M to power mobile network services for any company | TechCrunch

Gigs raised $73 million for its platform enabling companies to become mobile network operators.
The rise of eSIM technology is driving disruption in the telecom industry.
Gigs simplifies MVNO setup with comprehensive cloud technologies and API accessibility.

Arkansas Will Open BEAD Application Window January 7

Arkansas receives $1.024 billion for broadband development, with application deadlines set for early January 2024.

Summit Broadband Secures $100M for Florida Fiber Expansion

Summit Broadband secured $100 million in funding to enhance and expand its fiber-optic network across Florida, improving service and profitability.
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HERVolution Therapeutics Raises $11.7M Series A to Advance Dark Genome-Based Immunotherapies for Cancer and Aging

HERVolution secures $11.7 million Series A funding to advance HERV-targeting immunotherapies.

Hospices in England to get 100m boost to help with cost pressures

Hospices in England are receiving over £100 million in funding to assist with financial pressures and sustain end-of-life care services.

GPU cloud startup Vultr secures AMD backing in $333 million investment round

Vultr raised $333 million to accelerate its AI infrastructure and global expansion, challenging traditional cloud giants.
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Impact investment enters the chat

The journalism industry has recognized that one-size-fits-all revenue solutions do not exist.

Nanoramic Secures $44 Million Funding to Revolutionize Battery Technology with Neocarbonix

Nanoramic raised $44 million to commercialize its Neocarbonix® technology, revolutionizing battery manufacturing with safer, sustainable alternatives.

In other news this week: Utrecht's Happybase bags 650K, Themis secures 8.7M to combat financial crime, SNIPR Biome gets 20M from EIB and more - Silicon Canals

Startups in sectors like agritech and biotech are securing significant funding to innovate and enhance sustainability in their respective industries.

German e-aviation company VRIDION bags 14M - Silicon Canals

VÄRIDION has raised €14M to advance development of a zero-emission electric Microliner, targeting commercial flights by 2030.

Belgium's Powernaut powers up with 2.4M: Co-founder & CEO Florentijn Degroote on decentralising the energy sector, business model, revenue projections, and more - Silicon Canals

Powernaut secures €2.4M funding to accelerate expansion and innovate in energy management using AI and software solutions.

Eindhoven's eLstar Dynamics bags 10M to advance sustainable glass tech

eLstar Dynamics secured €10M funding to develop smart glass solutions, aiming for commercialisation while promoting sustainability and net zero emissions.

Impact investment enters the chat

The journalism industry has recognized that one-size-fits-all revenue solutions do not exist.

Nanoramic Secures $44 Million Funding to Revolutionize Battery Technology with Neocarbonix

Nanoramic raised $44 million to commercialize its Neocarbonix® technology, revolutionizing battery manufacturing with safer, sustainable alternatives.

In other news this week: Utrecht's Happybase bags 650K, Themis secures 8.7M to combat financial crime, SNIPR Biome gets 20M from EIB and more - Silicon Canals

Startups in sectors like agritech and biotech are securing significant funding to innovate and enhance sustainability in their respective industries.

German e-aviation company VRIDION bags 14M - Silicon Canals

VÄRIDION has raised €14M to advance development of a zero-emission electric Microliner, targeting commercial flights by 2030.

Belgium's Powernaut powers up with 2.4M: Co-founder & CEO Florentijn Degroote on decentralising the energy sector, business model, revenue projections, and more - Silicon Canals

Powernaut secures €2.4M funding to accelerate expansion and innovate in energy management using AI and software solutions.

Eindhoven's eLstar Dynamics bags 10M to advance sustainable glass tech

eLstar Dynamics secured €10M funding to develop smart glass solutions, aiming for commercialisation while promoting sustainability and net zero emissions.
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#startup

Sweden's hiring platform Talentium bags 3.5M in pre-seed round

Talentium secures €3.5M funding to enhance its AI-driven recruitment platform, aiming to revolutionize hiring processes and expand globally.

BlueQubit raises $10M to take Quantum software into real-world applications | TechCrunch

BlueQubit's QSaaS seeks to integrate quantum computing into real-world applications, addressing architecture challenges by providing access to QPUs.

Sweden's hiring platform Talentium bags 3.5M in pre-seed round

Talentium secures €3.5M funding to enhance its AI-driven recruitment platform, aiming to revolutionize hiring processes and expand globally.

BlueQubit raises $10M to take Quantum software into real-world applications | TechCrunch

BlueQubit's QSaaS seeks to integrate quantum computing into real-world applications, addressing architecture challenges by providing access to QPUs.
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#local-government

English councils to get 700m top-up next year

The government is increasing council budgets by 700m to address financial strains, but councils still face significant challenges.

Cash sought for new children's care homes

The establishment of local children's homes aims to support vulnerable youth and alleviate financial burdens on the town hall.

English councils to get 700m top-up next year

The government is increasing council budgets by 700m to address financial strains, but councils still face significant challenges.

Cash sought for new children's care homes

The establishment of local children's homes aims to support vulnerable youth and alleviate financial burdens on the town hall.
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#city-council

As SmartTrack transit costs balloon, Toronto to ask province to increase its share of funding | CBC News

Toronto city council seeks Ontario government's funding for remaining SmartTrack stations amid rising project costs and significant budget cuts.

City Council approves nearly $7 million to keep Marshalling Yard shelter open - Austin Monitor

Austin has secured $6.75 million to keep the Marshalling Yard shelter open indefinitely, funding is sought for a sustainable solution.

As SmartTrack transit costs balloon, Toronto to ask province to increase its share of funding | CBC News

Toronto city council seeks Ontario government's funding for remaining SmartTrack stations amid rising project costs and significant budget cuts.

City Council approves nearly $7 million to keep Marshalling Yard shelter open - Austin Monitor

Austin has secured $6.75 million to keep the Marshalling Yard shelter open indefinitely, funding is sought for a sustainable solution.
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#startups

OpenAI-backed Speak raises $78M at $1B valuation to help users learn languages by talking out loud | TechCrunch

Speak uses AI technology to teach languages through conversation, aligning with how native speakers learn.
The company's recent $78 million Series C funding boosts its valuation to $1 billion.

10 Estonian startups that raised the country's largest funding rounds in 2024; 7 of them are hiring right now - Silicon Canals

Estonia's startup ecosystem is rapidly growing, attracting significant funding and demonstrating strong turnover in 2024.

Agave, the startup behind Find the Cat, finds $18M | TechCrunch

Agave Games raised $18 million in funding after the success of its mobile game Find the Cat, signaling strong growth in the casual gaming sector.

UK's 6-a-side football league Baller League raises 23.8M

Baller League raised $25M in Series A funding to expand its innovative six-a-side football league.

Canoo furloughs workers and idles factory as it scrapes for cash | TechCrunch

Canoo is struggling financially, furloughing employees while seeking emergency funding amid ongoing leadership challenges and lawsuits.

OpenAI-backed Speak raises $78M at $1B valuation to help users learn languages by talking out loud | TechCrunch

Speak uses AI technology to teach languages through conversation, aligning with how native speakers learn.
The company's recent $78 million Series C funding boosts its valuation to $1 billion.

10 Estonian startups that raised the country's largest funding rounds in 2024; 7 of them are hiring right now - Silicon Canals

Estonia's startup ecosystem is rapidly growing, attracting significant funding and demonstrating strong turnover in 2024.

Agave, the startup behind Find the Cat, finds $18M | TechCrunch

Agave Games raised $18 million in funding after the success of its mobile game Find the Cat, signaling strong growth in the casual gaming sector.

UK's 6-a-side football league Baller League raises 23.8M

Baller League raised $25M in Series A funding to expand its innovative six-a-side football league.

Canoo furloughs workers and idles factory as it scrapes for cash | TechCrunch

Canoo is struggling financially, furloughing employees while seeking emergency funding amid ongoing leadership challenges and lawsuits.
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#entrepreneurship

The AlleyWatch November 2024 New York Venture Capital Funding Report

AlleyWatch is crucial in driving funding and innovation for NYC startups.
NYC startups secured over $1.5 billion in funding this month.

Nonprofit 1863 Ventures has closed, reborn into for-profit New Majority Ventures | TechCrunch

1863 Ventures is transitioning to New Majority Ventures while maintaining support for underrepresented founders and its original mission.

7 Things You Need to Consider Before Expanding Your Business | Entrepreneur

Successful businesses must scale effectively to maintain momentum and avoid losing market share to competitors.

The AlleyWatch November 2024 New York Venture Capital Funding Report

AlleyWatch is crucial in driving funding and innovation for NYC startups.
NYC startups secured over $1.5 billion in funding this month.

Nonprofit 1863 Ventures has closed, reborn into for-profit New Majority Ventures | TechCrunch

1863 Ventures is transitioning to New Majority Ventures while maintaining support for underrepresented founders and its original mission.

7 Things You Need to Consider Before Expanding Your Business | Entrepreneur

Successful businesses must scale effectively to maintain momentum and avoid losing market share to competitors.
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Heart-wrenching, joy-inducing and irrepressibly thrilling: our classical critics' highlights of the year

Orchestral performances at the Proms showcased deep emotional insights into well-known works.
Funding issues threaten the future of uncompromising artistic projects.

Aave protocol developer secures $31 million for Lens, a high-performance blockchain for social apps | TechCrunch

Avara is pushing decentralization in social apps through its Lens protocol, enhancing user control over identity and content.

The Barbican Center to Undergo Major Renewal and Upgrade, Planned to Begin First Phase in 2027

The Barbican Centre is undergoing a £191 million renewal program to address repairs, enhance accessibility, and improve energy efficiency.
#databricks

Databricks' Ghodsi: "It's peak AI bubble"

Market conditions impacted Databricks' IPO timing; they decided to raise funds amid a bubble to provide employee liquidity.

SF tech startup Databricks jumps past rival with massive cash haul, $62B value

Databricks raised $8.6 billion in funding, reaching a valuation of $62 billion, making it one of Silicon Valley's most valuable startups.

'It's dumb to IPO this year': Databricks CEO explains why he's waiting to go public | TechCrunch

Databricks raises $10 billion and delays IPO until at least 2025, citing market stability and high interest.
CEO Ali Ghodsi emphasizes thoughtful timing over immediate IPO rush.

Databricks has no plans for an immediate IPO

Databricks has raised $10 billion but will not pursue an IPO until stability returns, possibly delaying until 2025 or 2026.

Databricks' Ghodsi: "It's peak AI bubble"

Market conditions impacted Databricks' IPO timing; they decided to raise funds amid a bubble to provide employee liquidity.

SF tech startup Databricks jumps past rival with massive cash haul, $62B value

Databricks raised $8.6 billion in funding, reaching a valuation of $62 billion, making it one of Silicon Valley's most valuable startups.

'It's dumb to IPO this year': Databricks CEO explains why he's waiting to go public | TechCrunch

Databricks raises $10 billion and delays IPO until at least 2025, citing market stability and high interest.
CEO Ali Ghodsi emphasizes thoughtful timing over immediate IPO rush.

Databricks has no plans for an immediate IPO

Databricks has raised $10 billion but will not pursue an IPO until stability returns, possibly delaying until 2025 or 2026.
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#fintech

Upvest - which powers stock trading on Revolut, N26, Bunq - secures 100M

Upvest integrates investment products into European neobanks, recently raised €100M to expand, enhancing market reach and product offerings.

Swiss Bitcoin-only app Relai secures 11M - Silicon Canals

Relai secures $12M Series A funding to boost Bitcoin adoption in Europe.
The app targets 1 million downloads by 2025 amidst strong growth.
Relai aims for compliance with MiCA to enhance user trust and accessibility.

German fintech company Upvest raises 100M - Silicon Canals

Upvest raised €100M to enhance its investment infrastructure, expand its team, and simplify investment processes for financial institutions and fintechs.

UK's Volume bags 5.7M funding - Silicon Canals

Volume secures $6M funding to scale A2A payment solutions, aiming to eliminate payment fees and enhance transparency for businesses and consumers.

Upvest - which powers stock trading on Revolut, N26, Bunq - secures 100M

Upvest integrates investment products into European neobanks, recently raised €100M to expand, enhancing market reach and product offerings.

Swiss Bitcoin-only app Relai secures 11M - Silicon Canals

Relai secures $12M Series A funding to boost Bitcoin adoption in Europe.
The app targets 1 million downloads by 2025 amidst strong growth.
Relai aims for compliance with MiCA to enhance user trust and accessibility.

German fintech company Upvest raises 100M - Silicon Canals

Upvest raised €100M to enhance its investment infrastructure, expand its team, and simplify investment processes for financial institutions and fintechs.

UK's Volume bags 5.7M funding - Silicon Canals

Volume secures $6M funding to scale A2A payment solutions, aiming to eliminate payment fees and enhance transparency for businesses and consumers.
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Mayor announces 300,000 of funding for Crisis to extend accommodation for rough sleepers throughout January - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Mayor Khan pledges £300,000 funding to extend support for the homeless through Crisis and St Mungo's.

Atom Accelerator Puts Weight Behind CosmWasm Coalition, Offers Matching Funding With Neutron | HackerNoon

Atom Accelerator and Neutron are jointly funding $500,000 to support CosmWasm's development, crucial for the Cosmos ecosystem's functionality and growth.
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Why OpenAI Needs So Much Money

OpenAI needs continual funding as its expenses accelerate, indicating a potential shift to a for-profit model.

Great Britain again the richest national team in cycling thanks to new 39 million Olympic funding

Great Britain cycling team receives £39 million state funding for Olympic prep, reinforcing its status as the wealthiest national team.
#renewable-energy

Velazquez and Schumer secure $365 million in funding for renewable energy projects in Puerto Rico - Queens Post

$365 million in renewable energy funding secured for Puerto Rico to improve energy access and affordability.

Finland's Liquid Sun scores 4M - Silicon Canals

Liquid Sun secures €4M funding for eSAF demonstration unit, pivotal for scaling sustainable aviation fuel production in Finland.

Velazquez and Schumer secure $365 million in funding for renewable energy projects in Puerto Rico - Queens Post

$365 million in renewable energy funding secured for Puerto Rico to improve energy access and affordability.

Finland's Liquid Sun scores 4M - Silicon Canals

Liquid Sun secures €4M funding for eSAF demonstration unit, pivotal for scaling sustainable aviation fuel production in Finland.
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Freya Cultivation Systems bags 500K funding - Silicon Canals

Freya Cultivation Systems raises €500K for pilot projects to validate its Aeroframe system, enhancing greenhouse cultivation and aiming for €3M in sales.

Labour responds to 'abolishing' BBC TV licence for UK households

The BBC licence fee will increase to £174.50 in April 2025, sparking discussions on its future funding and the BBC's role in society.

Pontoon Dock DLR station upgrade being accelerated

Pontoon Dock DLR station upgrades are accelerated to meet demand from nearby housing developments and a looming funding deadline.

IRS recovers $4.7B in back taxes, braces for Trump cuts

The IRS has recovered $4.7 billion due to enhanced funding and improvements in operations since the 2022 tax law.

Serena's husband gifts donation to UVA women

Alex Ohanian's transformational gift aims to elevate Virginia women's basketball into a premier program, reflecting a shift in investment in women's sports.

DBT gives 230k injection to drive digital transformation among north west SME manufacturers

SME manufacturers in the North West of England receive £230,000 funding to adopt advanced digital technologies and improve competitiveness.
#human-rights

Soros' Open Society Foundations reiterates its commitment to human rights

Open Society Foundations reaffirms its support for human rights despite recent internal changes and organizational restructuring.

Council Member Williams introduces bill aimed at strengthening funding for city's human rights agencies - QNS

Council Member Nantasha Williams introduces legislation to secure minimum funding standards for civil rights agencies in response to rising hate crimes.
The legislation aims to double funding for civil rights agencies, allowing enhanced staffing and resource allocation to address ongoing issues.

Soros' Open Society Foundations reiterates its commitment to human rights

Open Society Foundations reaffirms its support for human rights despite recent internal changes and organizational restructuring.

Council Member Williams introduces bill aimed at strengthening funding for city's human rights agencies - QNS

Council Member Nantasha Williams introduces legislation to secure minimum funding standards for civil rights agencies in response to rising hate crimes.
The legislation aims to double funding for civil rights agencies, allowing enhanced staffing and resource allocation to address ongoing issues.
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Palmer Luckey's defense tech company will make next-gen military aircraft with Archer

Archer Aviation is partnering with Anduril Industries to develop military aircraft, backed by $450 million in funding.

Anybotics raises $60M to bring more autonomous industrial robots to the U.S. | TechCrunch

Anybotics has raised a total of $110 million in Series B funding to enhance its quadruped inspection robot, Anymal, for industrial applications.

Opinion: To boost BART, make rides free and raise taxes to cover costs

BART faces a $350 million deficit and suggests funding transit entirely through taxes for free rides.

Amsterdam's deep tech startup CarbonX raises 4M

CarbonX has secured an additional €4M funding to enhance sustainable battery anode development, aiming to reduce dependency on graphite sourced from China.

National Growth Fund invests 1.4M in seven Twente-based biotech projects

Seven biotechnology projects from Twente received €1.4M funding, highlighting regional innovation and leadership in biotechnology.

German energy startup SpotmyEnergy bags 10.5M - Silicon Canals

SpotmyEnergy secured €10.5M in funding to enhance their energy management solutions and meet the growing demand for smart energy technologies.
#healthcare

Scoop: Particle Health lands $10 million in funding after lobbing antitrust lawsuit against medical records giant Epic

Particle Health raised $10 million to support its operations amid an antitrust lawsuit against Epic Systems over competition in data sharing.

NHS to get 400m boost in Welsh budget

The Welsh government is increasing healthcare funding by £437 million to tackle record high waiting times and improve public services.

Scoop: Particle Health lands $10 million in funding after lobbing antitrust lawsuit against medical records giant Epic

Particle Health raised $10 million to support its operations amid an antitrust lawsuit against Epic Systems over competition in data sharing.

NHS to get 400m boost in Welsh budget

The Welsh government is increasing healthcare funding by £437 million to tackle record high waiting times and improve public services.
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Cruise's robotaxi service will shut down as GM pulls its funding

GM shifts focus from Cruise robotaxi to personally owned autonomous vehicle development.
Cruise may face layoffs and halt testing amid strategic reassessment after GM funding withdrawal.

The podcast middle class will continue to shrink

The podcasting industry has shifted, making it harder to fund middle-class shows amidst a preference for higher-budget productions and video content.

How Funders Can Strategically Invest in the Growth and Impact of BIPOC Nonprofits - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Community-based organizations can drive transformational change but often lack the necessary infrastructure and funding to do so effectively.

Heirloom Carbon raises $150M to remove CO2 from the air using rocks | TechCrunch

Heirloom Carbon's new funding aims to scale carbon capture technology, targeting reduced costs and combatting climate change amid alarming global warming.

These are the 24 largest European funding rounds of 2024

Europe's startup ecosystem has seen significant growth, producing over 571 unicorns and a record $426B in total funding over the last decade.
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New York Family Courts Struggle With Underfunding as Advocates Call for $60M Boost

New York's family courts need more funding and resources to address overwhelming challenges.

HappyRobot Raises $15.6 Million Series A Funding

HappyRobot raised $15.6 million in Series A funding to enhance logistics operations with AI-driven voice solutions focused on freight brokerage.

Barbican Art Centre gets 191 million to fund essential upgrades

The Barbican Art Centre is set for a £191 million upgrade to modernize facilities and improve accessibility.

Helsinki-based Arctic Instruments secures 2.35M funding - Silicon Canals

Arctic Instruments secures €2.35M for developing superconducting microwave amplifiers to enhance quantum computing capabilities.

Planet A Foods nabs $30M to make tons more cocoa-free chocolate | TechCrunch

Planet A Foods is revolutionizing chocolate production with a sustainable, cocoa-free alternative, raising $30 million to enhance production capacity and foster international growth.
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