Cypress Hills group home receives $500K for upgrades from State Senator Julia Salazar * Brooklyn Paper
State Senator Julia Salazar secured $500,000 for renovating a group home for individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing their living conditions and support services.
Almost 228m raised for good causes by the National Lottery in 2023
The National Lottery raised €227.9 million for good causes in 2023, benefiting over 4,500 organizations.
The real difference Voluntary Action Epping Forest made in 2024
VAEF significantly benefits Epping Forest residents by providing diverse support services funded largely through external sources.
Cypress Hills group home receives $500K for upgrades from State Senator Julia Salazar * Brooklyn Paper
State Senator Julia Salazar secured $500,000 for renovating a group home for individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing their living conditions and support services.
Almost 228m raised for good causes by the National Lottery in 2023
The National Lottery raised €227.9 million for good causes in 2023, benefiting over 4,500 organizations.
The real difference Voluntary Action Epping Forest made in 2024
VAEF significantly benefits Epping Forest residents by providing diverse support services funded largely through external sources.
Synthesia snaps up $180M at a $2.1B valuation for its B2B AI video platform | TechCrunch
Synthesia is experiencing significant growth, raising $180 million in funding to enhance its AI avatar technology and expand into new markets.
This startup wants to simplify AI adoption through a single "orchestration" platform - and it includes access to popular models from Meta, OpenAI, and Anthropic
Nexos.ai provides an orchestration platform to help enterprises efficiently deploy and manage AI models, securing $8 million in funding for its launch.
Synthesia snaps up $180M at a $2.1B valuation for its B2B AI video platform | TechCrunch
Synthesia is experiencing significant growth, raising $180 million in funding to enhance its AI avatar technology and expand into new markets.
This startup wants to simplify AI adoption through a single "orchestration" platform - and it includes access to popular models from Meta, OpenAI, and Anthropic
Nexos.ai provides an orchestration platform to help enterprises efficiently deploy and manage AI models, securing $8 million in funding for its launch.
L.A.'s fire chief generated controversy - and fierce loyalty - while the city burned
Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley publicly criticized the city for inadequate funding during a major fire crisis, raising concerns about her leadership.
No blank federal check! California Dems have proven they can't be trusted
California leadership questioned on management of funds after fires.
Aid packages may come with conditions, emphasizing oversight to prevent misallocation.
Copenhagen's drug discovery firm Orbis Medicines raises 90M
Orbis Medicines raised €90M in Series A funding to advance its innovative oral macrocycle drug discovery.
L.A.'s fire chief generated controversy - and fierce loyalty - while the city burned
Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley publicly criticized the city for inadequate funding during a major fire crisis, raising concerns about her leadership.
No blank federal check! California Dems have proven they can't be trusted
California leadership questioned on management of funds after fires.
Aid packages may come with conditions, emphasizing oversight to prevent misallocation.
Copenhagen's drug discovery firm Orbis Medicines raises 90M
Orbis Medicines raised €90M in Series A funding to advance its innovative oral macrocycle drug discovery.
Reppo Labs Secures $2.2M In Funding To Revolutionize Collaboration Between Data Owners And AI Agents | HackerNoon
Reppo Labs raised $2.2 million to develop infrastructure for permissionless collaboration between data owners and AI developers.
Jimini Health is using AI for better mental healthcare. See the 22-slide pitch deck that helped it raise $8 million.
Jimini Health aims to improve mental health outcomes by blending talk therapy with continuous AI support, moving cautiously to ensure safety and efficacy.
NEURA Robotics has secured €120M in Series B funding, positioning itself as a key contender in the European robotics market.
Bioptimus raises $41M to develop a 'GPT for biology' | TechCrunch
Bioptimus, a French AI startup, has secured $41 million to create an AI model tailored for biological applications.
Instabase raises $100M to help companies process unstructured document data | TechCrunch
Instabase raised $100 million in Series D funding to enhance data extraction capabilities from unstructured documents using advanced AI technologies.
Dutch startup lands 4.75M for unique appoach to photonic chip-making
Photon IP has developed a unique method to integrate photonic and silicon materials in energy-efficient chips.
Reppo Labs Secures $2.2M In Funding To Revolutionize Collaboration Between Data Owners And AI Agents | HackerNoon
Reppo Labs raised $2.2 million to develop infrastructure for permissionless collaboration between data owners and AI developers.
Jimini Health is using AI for better mental healthcare. See the 22-slide pitch deck that helped it raise $8 million.
Jimini Health aims to improve mental health outcomes by blending talk therapy with continuous AI support, moving cautiously to ensure safety and efficacy.
AI Startups Raised Almost Half of All Funding in 2024 | Entrepreneur
AI startups received a record $97 billion in 2024, nearly half of total U.S. startup funding.
Total funding for AI startups grew over 80% in just one year, indicating substantial investor confidence.
Adriaan Mol, Mollie CEO Koen Koppen, and YC back this new AI startup: Know more - Silicon Canals
Open.cx successfully raised $1.52M in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI customer support platform, which addresses high-volume customer service challenges.
HR software startup OnPay was inspired by the founder's family payroll business | TechCrunch
OnPay aims to revolutionize payroll and HR processes with innovative software tools as its funding allows for increased scalability and product development.
In other news this week: Coave Therapeutics secures 32M, Deciphex raises 31.4M funding, Druid Software bags 19.5M and more - Silicon Canals
TomTom enhances Orbis Maps with advanced 3D lane geometry and AI-driven precision.
NXP Semiconductors acquires TTTech Auto for enhanced software-defined vehicle innovations.
SOCOTEC expands its services with Ninyo & Moore acquisition.
Deciphex raises significant funding to address global pathology challenges.
AI Startups Raised Almost Half of All Funding in 2024 | Entrepreneur
AI startups received a record $97 billion in 2024, nearly half of total U.S. startup funding.
Total funding for AI startups grew over 80% in just one year, indicating substantial investor confidence.
Adriaan Mol, Mollie CEO Koen Koppen, and YC back this new AI startup: Know more - Silicon Canals
Open.cx successfully raised $1.52M in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI customer support platform, which addresses high-volume customer service challenges.
HR software startup OnPay was inspired by the founder's family payroll business | TechCrunch
OnPay aims to revolutionize payroll and HR processes with innovative software tools as its funding allows for increased scalability and product development.
In other news this week: Coave Therapeutics secures 32M, Deciphex raises 31.4M funding, Druid Software bags 19.5M and more - Silicon Canals
TomTom enhances Orbis Maps with advanced 3D lane geometry and AI-driven precision.
NXP Semiconductors acquires TTTech Auto for enhanced software-defined vehicle innovations.
SOCOTEC expands its services with Ninyo & Moore acquisition.
Deciphex raises significant funding to address global pathology challenges.
U.S. Withholds Funding for World Anti-Doping Agency
U.S. withholds funding from WADA due to lack of confidence in its doping control capabilities.
U.S. Withholds Funding for World Anti-Doping Agency
The U.S. has suspended its funding to WADA due to concerns about its effectiveness in combatting doping, particularly related to elite Chinese athletes.
U.S. Withholds Funding for World Anti-Doping Agency
U.S. withholds funding from WADA due to lack of confidence in its doping control capabilities.
U.S. Withholds Funding for World Anti-Doping Agency
The U.S. has suspended its funding to WADA due to concerns about its effectiveness in combatting doping, particularly related to elite Chinese athletes.
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.
Anthropic in Talks for $2 Billion Funding Round
Anthropic is negotiating a funding round that could boost its valuation from $16 billion to $60 billion amid renewed investor interest in AI startups.
Sentient AI Secures $1.5M Raise, Prepares AI Agent Launchpad On Sui | HackerNoon
Sentient AI raised $1.5M to develop an AI Agent that combines human-like emotions and critical thinking for enhanced digital interaction.
Rembrand raises $23M for AI-powered product placement in videos - SiliconANGLE
Rembrand has raised $23 million to expand its AI-powered virtual product placement technology from social media into connected TV formats.
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.
Anthropic in Talks for $2 Billion Funding Round
Anthropic is negotiating a funding round that could boost its valuation from $16 billion to $60 billion amid renewed investor interest in AI startups.
Sentient AI Secures $1.5M Raise, Prepares AI Agent Launchpad On Sui | HackerNoon
Sentient AI raised $1.5M to develop an AI Agent that combines human-like emotions and critical thinking for enhanced digital interaction.
Rembrand raises $23M for AI-powered product placement in videos - SiliconANGLE
Rembrand has raised $23 million to expand its AI-powered virtual product placement technology from social media into connected TV formats.
Elon Musk's xAI raises $6B to bolster battle against OpenAI: 'Gonna need a bigger compute!'
Elon Musk's xAI has raised $6 billion in Series C funding to build larger computing resources to compete with OpenAI.
OpenAI pivots to for-profit model to secure massive AI funding
OpenAI is transitioning to a public benefit corporation to attract funding for its ambitious AI research and development projects.
OpenAI Admits It Needs Vastly More Money Than It Thought
OpenAI is restructuring to a for-profit model to secure necessary funding for AI development.
A timeline of OpenAI's rocky 2024
OpenAI achieved significant growth and funding success in 2024 amid challenges including legal battles and employee departures.
OpenAI's profit drive only weakens its brand
OpenAI is converting its for-profit arm into a public benefit corporation to attract more funding and pursue its goal of developing artificial general intelligence.
Elon Musk's xAI raises $6B to bolster battle against OpenAI: 'Gonna need a bigger compute!'
Elon Musk's xAI has raised $6 billion in Series C funding to build larger computing resources to compete with OpenAI.
OpenAI pivots to for-profit model to secure massive AI funding
OpenAI is transitioning to a public benefit corporation to attract funding for its ambitious AI research and development projects.
OpenAI Admits It Needs Vastly More Money Than It Thought
OpenAI is restructuring to a for-profit model to secure necessary funding for AI development.
A timeline of OpenAI's rocky 2024
OpenAI achieved significant growth and funding success in 2024 amid challenges including legal battles and employee departures.
OpenAI's profit drive only weakens its brand
OpenAI is converting its for-profit arm into a public benefit corporation to attract more funding and pursue its goal of developing artificial general intelligence.
Dublin-based FIRE1 secures 115M to help patients suffering from chronic diseases - Silicon Canals
FIRE1 secured $120M to advance heart failure management technology through clinical trials and FDA recognition.
Arts centre closes despite fundraising effort
Applecart Arts closed due to insufficient funds, despite community support and fundraising efforts, marking a significant loss for local arts and culture.
NTIA Approves Eight More Digital Equity Grant Applications
NTIA has approved grants for digital equity initiatives in eight states and territories, enhancing access to high-speed internet for underserved communities.
London Overground station upgrade work stopped due to 'funding shortfall'
Funding issues have paused the installation of new lifts at Seven Sisters Overground station, delaying step-free access.
New law aims to curb wasteful spending on US border security contracts
The Border Patrol's resource constraints hinder effective migrant control, prompting a new law for fiscal oversight and improved efficiency in service contracts.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
PST ART supports expansive exhibition-making in Southern California with significant funding and a focus on collaboration and research-driven projects.
Congress must keep the promise America made to the ailing heroes of 9/11
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program is urgently needed as more 9/11 first responders and survivors fall ill, exceeding casualty numbers.
California's huge health care expansion has an unintended consequence: Closure of addiction, mental health treatment options
San Mateo County's sole detox facility closed due to funding cuts from Medi-Cal reforms, highlighting a significant gap in addiction support services.
Arvid's Year in Review: 2024
2024 was pivotal with the launch of Podscan, transitioning from a marketing tool to a main focus, addressing millions of podcasts from day one.
New York City's push for universal pre-K was inspired by personal experiences and aimed at bridging educational disparities among families.
US government agency targeting foreign disinformation shuts down
The closure of the Global Engagement Center highlights challenges in U.S. disinformation efforts amid political conflicts.
Funding failures diminish U.S. capacity to counter foreign disinformation campaigns effectively.
Lilium Shuts Down Operations and Lays Off Workforce Amid Looming Liquidation
Lilium, an eVTOL startup, has announced impending liquidation after years of financial struggle and failed funding efforts.
State-funded UK scheme to save beloved community sites will close early
The community ownership fund, aimed at local asset control, is ending early, leaving substantial funds unallocated amid public finance issues.
Farage, Musk and Candy say cheese' now British democracy's toast | Stewart Lee
Farage aims to leverage Elon Musk's influence and funding for the UK far-right, indicating a shift in political strategy.
Fire unions livid as funding for 9/11 health fund excluded from federal budget, funds in jeopardy
Congress failed to secure funding for the 9/11 victim's healthcare program, affecting 125,000 individuals with illnesses resulting from exposure to toxins.
How a Government Shutdown Could Affect the Economy
A federal government shutdown may create uncertainty but the core economy is likely to remain solid.
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.
1KOMMA5° raises €150M pre-IPO funding to enhance solar energy solutions and promote cleaner energy alternatives.
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.