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Venture
fromAlleyWatch
1 day ago

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/20/26

Notable startup funding activity in the US totaled $1.8B for the week ending 4/18/26, featuring 25 significant deals.
Venture
fromwww.alleywatch.com
3 hours ago

The 16 Largest Global Startup Funding Rounds of March 2026

March 2026 saw significant startup funding, particularly in AI infrastructure, defense autonomy, and robotics, with top rounds exceeding $3.8B.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
1 day ago

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/20/26

Notable startup funding activity in the US totaled $1.8B for the week ending 4/18/26, featuring 25 significant deals.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 hours ago

New York Fintech, Prediction Market Giant Kalshi Eyes US Market for Crypto Perpetual Derivatives

Kalshi is set to launch CFTC-regulated crypto perpetual futures for U.S. traders, targeting the derivatives market.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
in 1 hour

A bookless bookstore is opening on the Bowery next month

Audible Story House opens May 1 in Manhattan, offering an immersive audio storytelling experience with high-end listening setups and community events.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
10 hours ago

I moved to San Francisco to work in AI. Living here requires sacrifices I gave up normalcy to gain access.

Surrounding oneself with ambitious individuals in San Francisco fuels personal and professional growth in the tech industry.
Media industry
fromAxios
11 hours ago

Silicon Valley is building its own news-industrial complex

Elon Musk's X has transformed news into a product for trading and monetization, leading to new platforms like MTS and Objection.AI.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 hour ago

Marketing Roundup: Wading Into Politically Charged Waters, Culture Differentiation, And The Push And Pull Of AI - Above the Law

Law firms must navigate politically charged messaging by grounding their communication in values and leveraging culture as a competitive advantage.
Film
fromWIRED
23 hours ago

Ben McKenzie Says Crypto Has a Secret Ingredient: Male Loneliness

Ben McKenzie questions the decline of WIRED while discussing cryptocurrency and its appeal related to male loneliness at a recent event.
fromArs Technica
48 minutes ago

Meta will use employee-tracking software to help train AI agents: Report

Meta's new Model Capability Initiative will track the mouse movements, clicks, and keystrokes of its US employees to generate high-quality training data for future AI agents. This software will operate on specific work-related apps and websites, and will also utilize periodic screenshots to provide context for the AI training.
Artificial intelligence
#brooklyn
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
9 hours ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn's Billion-Dollar Deal Binge Roars Out of the Gate in Q1

Brooklyn's commercial property market saw 324 investment-sales deals totaling $2.2 billion in Q1 2026, indicating renewed investor interest.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
9 hours ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn's Billion-Dollar Deal Binge Roars Out of the Gate in Q1

Brooklyn's commercial property market saw 324 investment-sales deals totaling $2.2 billion in Q1 2026, indicating renewed investor interest.
European startups
fromFortune
5 hours ago

'They're sweating': Why Japanese giants are pouring money into Silicon Valley startups | Fortune

Japanese companies are increasing investments in AI to avoid falling behind global competitors.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
1 hour ago

Adobe's new AI experiment can whip up a website custom designed for Gen Z

Adobe's Asset Amplify tool generates tailored marketing materials for specific audience segments, enhancing brand design with AI-driven personalization.
Psychology
fromThe Verge
23 hours ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
in 2 hours

This famously affordable retailer is opening its first-ever flagship in Manhattan

Primark is opening its first flagship store in Manhattan on May 8, marking a significant expansion in the U.S.
Poker
fromEngadget
59 minutes ago

New York Attorney General sues two prediction markets on illegal gambling allegations

New York's Attorney General has sued Coinbase and Gemini for operating illegal prediction markets that violate state gambling laws.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
16 hours ago

'Best Bikeshare in America': An Unexpected Community Launches Free, All-Electric Micromobility For Residents - Streetsblog USA

Heartland Bikeshare in Omaha offers free unlimited 60-minute rides for residents, promoting biking and challenging other communities to enhance their micromobility initiatives.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
4 hours ago

Bond, a new social media platform, wants to use AI to help you kick your doomscrolling habit | TechCrunch

Bond is a new social media platform designed to reduce screen addiction by encouraging real-world experiences through personalized recommendations.
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
in 2 hours

New Yorkers are going out for dinner earlier than ever before. We ask them why.

Younger New Yorkers prefer earlier dining and nightlife, prioritizing rest and community over late-night exuberance.
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

When Your Digital Life Vanishes

A broken phone or corrupted drive can mean the loss of work, evidence, art, or the last traces of the dead. But sometimes data-recovery experts can summon lost files from the void.
Digital life
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
7 hours ago

Barclays and Lloyds join FCA's second AI sandbox as banks race to prove their tech credentials

Barclays joins a regulatory AI testing scheme to enhance its technology capabilities in the competitive banking sector.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

9 New Songs Out Today

New music releases include Graham Coxon's lost album, Shooter Jennings' cover featuring Willie Nelson, and new tracks from Beck and Portrayal of Guilt.
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
22 hours ago

NYC's economic resilience' masks a deeper crisis involving fleeing residents and taxable income: new report

New York City's economy shows growth, but faces challenges like population decline, rising housing costs, and reduced public school enrollment.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
21 hours ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
22 hours ago

NYC's economic resilience' masks a deeper crisis involving fleeing residents and taxable income: new report

New York City's economy shows growth, but faces challenges like population decline, rising housing costs, and reduced public school enrollment.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
21 hours ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

How Startups Can Outmaneuver Big Companies and Carve Their Own Market

Understanding market systems and building partnerships with incumbents can accelerate startup growth and mitigate risks.
fromFortune
12 hours ago

Meet Blackstone's 'accidental influencer' who made LinkedIn jogs Wall Street's mustwatch content | Fortune

This is a tough environment. It reminds me of the motto: Stay calm, stay positive, never give up. Conditions are not always perfect. There's noise, but you stay the course-you don't lose sight of what's important.
Skiing
#ai
Startup companies
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The rise of the solofounder in the AI age - Silicon Canals

AI enables individuals to build successful companies with minimal resources, transforming the traditional startup model.
Startup companies
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The rise of the solofounder in the AI age - Silicon Canals

AI enables individuals to build successful companies with minimal resources, transforming the traditional startup model.
NYC startup
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Report: NYDIG Close to Buying Alcoa's Massena New York Smelter Site for Bitcoin Mining Operations

Alcoa is negotiating to sell its Massena East aluminum smelter site to NYDIG, expected to close by mid-2026.
Coffee
fromTime Out New York
21 hours ago

NYC was just named the second best city in the U.S. for coffee lovers: see who beat it

Austin, Texas is ranked as the best coffee city in America, surpassing New York City, which holds the second position.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

The Future of Museums Is a Dance Floor

Rave culture serves as a transformative space for belonging and worldbuilding, challenging traditional social hierarchies and perceptions.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Had the Dream Job Everyone Wanted. Then My Peers and I Lost It All.

Mass layoffs in tech have left many experienced professionals feeling humiliated and uncertain about their future job prospects.
Marketing
fromInc
1 day ago

Startups Are Spending Six Figures to Show Up on College Campuses. How They're Winning Over Coeds

Companies are increasingly targeting college campuses for growth marketing, shifting budgets from social media to on-campus events and promotions.
US news
fromFast Company
2 days ago

America's 'Laser Dome' starts here

The U.S. military is set to deploy high-energy laser weapons for air defense against weaponized drones after a safety agreement with the FAA.
Education
fromThe Village Voice
3 days ago

The Builder Who Never Stopped: From a Childhood Website to Four Companies and the Future of Autonomous AI - The Village Voice

Mateusz Kelner is a young software engineer who has achieved significant milestones in technology and entrepreneurship before turning twenty.
#gen-z
fromAol
9 hours ago
NYC music

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

fromAol
9 hours ago
NYC music

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
10 hours ago

Here's what Wall Street doesn't get about young investors, according to a Gen Z founder

Gen Z founders are transforming the investment landscape with innovative platforms like Alinea, addressing wealth-building gaps for younger generations.
NYC music
fromAol
9 hours ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is promoting phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect socially.
NYC music
fromAol
9 hours ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is promoting phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect with social life.
NYC music
fromUSA TODAY
8 hours ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is embracing phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect socially.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
7 hours ago

The Tech Lab's New Programmatic Governance Council Is So Over All The Ad Tech Drama | AdExchanger

IAB Tech Lab formed the Programmatic Governance Council to address transparency issues in the $200 billion programmatic ad market.
Media industry
fromForbes
28 minutes ago

Fixated Acquires Studio71 To Build The Creator Economy Stack

The creator economy is shifting from access to ownership, focusing on building enduring media companies rather than just monetizing platforms.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
8 hours ago

Barclays Center's $150M overhaul adds new atrium, AmEx lounge and public art installations * Brooklyn Paper

Barclays Center is undergoing a $150 million renovation to enhance the fan experience with new designs and amenities.
fromtherealdeal.com
22 hours ago

Together AI leases 150K sf for new HQ in SF's Showplace Square

Together AI's move to a new headquarters represents a 4,900 percent increase in office space, reflecting the company's rapid growth in the generative AI sector.
NYC startup
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

Six seriously chill ways to celebrate 4/20 in New York City

4/20 celebrations in NYC feature various cannabis-themed events across the city, including yoga, free pizza, and street festivals.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Startale Group Anchors in Abu Dhabi Following Selection for Hub71+ Digital Assets Program

Startale Group expands into Abu Dhabi to enhance blockchain innovation and operations after joining Hub71+ Digital Assets cohort.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.
Digital life
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

This Tech Investor Hasn't Touched a Laptop or Desktop Computer Since 2010. Here's Why.

Keith Rabois has operated without laptops since 2010, using only mobile devices for increased focus and productivity.
#venture-capital
Fundraising
fromAlleywatch
3 weeks ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/22/26 - 3/28/26

NYC startups raised significant funding this week, including Thesis Care's $45M and Spade's $40M in Series A and B rounds respectively.
Venture
fromFast Company
1 day ago

I used to be a VC. Now I've found a better way to build a company

Many successful companies raised minimal VC funding, challenging the notion that large investments are necessary for success.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
3 days ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/17/2026

Zenskar raised $15M in Series A funding for its AI-native order-to-cash platform, totaling $21M in equity funding since its founding.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
4 days ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/16/2026

Artemis, Joyful Health, and Traza secured significant funding to enhance cybersecurity, healthcare financial infrastructure, and AI-powered procurement.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 week ago

The 10 Most Active NYC Venture Capital Firms in Q1 2026

New York City venture capital firms are actively investing in local startups, focusing on quantity of investments in various tech sectors.
Fundraising
fromAlleywatch
3 weeks ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/22/26 - 3/28/26

NYC startups raised significant funding this week, including Thesis Care's $45M and Spade's $40M in Series A and B rounds respectively.
Venture
fromFast Company
1 day ago

I used to be a VC. Now I've found a better way to build a company

Many successful companies raised minimal VC funding, challenging the notion that large investments are necessary for success.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
3 days ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/17/2026

Zenskar raised $15M in Series A funding for its AI-native order-to-cash platform, totaling $21M in equity funding since its founding.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
4 days ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/16/2026

Artemis, Joyful Health, and Traza secured significant funding to enhance cybersecurity, healthcare financial infrastructure, and AI-powered procurement.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 week ago

The 10 Most Active NYC Venture Capital Firms in Q1 2026

New York City venture capital firms are actively investing in local startups, focusing on quantity of investments in various tech sectors.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
3 hours ago

Uber, Time and eos are 2026 Future Leader Awards finalists

The Future Leader Awards recognize emerging leaders with impactful contributions in their industries, emphasizing measurable outcomes and innovative strategies.
#openai
fromTechCrunch
1 hour ago
Artificial intelligence

Sam Altman throws shade at Anthropic's cyber model, Mythos: 'fear-based marketing' | TechCrunch

OpenAI's Sam Altman criticizes Anthropic's fear-based marketing strategy regarding its new cybersecurity model, Mythos.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
16 hours ago

Why OpenAI is 'running at lightning speed' to build an ad business

OpenAI is rapidly developing its ad business to compete with established players like Google and Meta.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 hour ago

Sam Altman throws shade at Anthropic's cyber model, Mythos: 'fear-based marketing' | TechCrunch

OpenAI's Sam Altman criticizes Anthropic's fear-based marketing strategy regarding its new cybersecurity model, Mythos.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
16 hours ago

Why OpenAI is 'running at lightning speed' to build an ad business

OpenAI is rapidly developing its ad business to compete with established players like Google and Meta.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Williamsburg-born Hii NYC opens Bay Ridge flagship, blending cannabis and community * Brooklyn Paper

Hii NYC opened a new cannabis dispensary in Bay Ridge, expanding its brand and community presence in South Brooklyn.
#nyc-tech
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
1 week ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
2 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/12/26 - 4/18/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Chapter, Artemis, and Bluefish.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
2 weeks ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/29/26 - 4/4/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding and developments, including Crosby, Blossom Health, Create Wellness, and Avo.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
1 week ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
2 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/12/26 - 4/18/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Chapter, Artemis, and Bluefish.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
2 weeks ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/29/26 - 4/4/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding and developments, including Crosby, Blossom Health, Create Wellness, and Avo.
Marketing tech
fromMiami Herald
3 hours ago

How to use Meta AI for business in 2026: Tips and how-tos

Meta AI automates customer journey tasks, enhancing efficiency and revenue generation for businesses in 2026.
fromThesanjoseblog
5 hours ago

San Jose Lands the WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America

The inaugural WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America will draw approximately 10,000 attendees to San Jose, establishing it as the permanent North American home for the annual congress.
Silicon Valley
#amazon
Venture
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

Anthropic takes $5B from Amazon and pledges $100B in cloud spending in return | TechCrunch

Amazon invests $5 billion in Anthropic, raising total investment to $13 billion, while Anthropic commits over $100 billion to AWS over ten years.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

Anthropic takes $5B from Amazon and pledges $100B in cloud spending in return | TechCrunch

Amazon invests $5 billion in Anthropic, raising total investment to $13 billion, while Anthropic commits over $100 billion to AWS over ten years.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
23 hours ago

Brooklyn Park Rethinks $4.5M Small Business Incubator

Brooklyn Park's Small Business Center struggles with low occupancy and funding challenges, prompting a reevaluation of its management and operational model.
#buffalo
NYC food
fromAol
1 week ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, particularly known for its buffalo wings.
NYC food
fromIslands
1 week ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor - Islands

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, currently experiencing a resurgence.
NYC food
fromAol
1 week ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, particularly known for its buffalo wings.
NYC food
fromIslands
1 week ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor - Islands

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, currently experiencing a resurgence.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
16 hours ago

Ad Tech Briefing: The days of bloat are over, as efficiency drives ad tech's C-suite exodus

Independent ad tech players must adapt or risk failure amid increasing competition from LLMs and evolving market dynamics.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.
Venture
fromThe Village Voice
6 days ago

Behind the Trade: One Engineer's Fight to Modernize Markets - The Village Voice

American financial markets rely on outdated infrastructure despite rapid technological advancements in trading.
Marketing tech
fromThe Village Voice
6 days ago

Inside Hyperbound's Bet on AI-Native Sales Intelligence - The Village Voice

AI is transforming sales organizations by providing insights and coaching opportunities that traditional tools cannot offer.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Citi is stepping up its data center financing push and aiming to close the gap with Wall Street rivals

Citi aims to establish a leadership position in AI infrastructure, targeting $3 trillion in capital by 2030 to compete with Wall Street rivals.
#nyc-startups
Venture
fromAlleywatch
4 weeks ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/15/26 - 3/21/26

NYC startups raised significant funding, including Tracebit's $20M Series A and PEX Card's $9.7M investment.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
4 weeks ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/15/26 - 3/21/26

NYC startups raised significant funding, including Tracebit's $20M Series A and PEX Card's $9.7M investment.
#nyc-startup-funding
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 month ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/8/26 - 3/14/26

NYC tech startups raised over $900M in funding across multiple sectors including AI infrastructure, data visualization, photonics, healthcare fintech, and consumer hardware during the week ending 3/14.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 month ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/8/26 - 3/14/26

NYC tech startups raised over $900M in funding across multiple sectors including AI infrastructure, data visualization, photonics, healthcare fintech, and consumer hardware during the week ending 3/14.
fromAlleywatch
2 months ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 2/8/26 - 2/14/26

Runway, a generative AI platform for creating and editing videos, images, and multimedia content using text-to-video and related AI models, has raised $315M in Series E funding led by General Atlantic. Founded by Alejandro Ortiz, Anastasis Germanidis, and Cristobal Barrera in 2018, Runway has now raised a total of $859.5M in reported equity funding. Garner Health, a healthcare benefit platform for finding high-quality in-network doctors, has raised $118M in Series D funding led by Kleiner Perkins.
New York City
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Why NYC and Silicon Alley will lead the AI boom

New York City is uniquely positioned to lead tech and AI-driven entrepreneurship over the next decades due to diverse industries, talent, and strong venture funding.
New York City
fromFortune
2 months ago

30 years after the founding of 'Silicon Alley,' New York's tech scene is so big it has no center | Fortune

New York's 'Silicon Alley' is an outdated label as the city's tech ecosystem has grown large, diversified, and decentralized across industries and global hubs.
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