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Marketing tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 hours ago

This AI startup raised $4.5 million to help marketers fine-tune campaigns and monitor rivals. Read its pitch deck.

Pomo uses AI to enhance ad performance by automating data analysis and providing actionable insights for marketers.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
Startup companies

AI startup Rocket offers vibe McKinsey-style reports at a fraction of the cost | TechCrunch

Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

The real impact of AI on SaaS isn't what investors think | Fortune

AI's rise may reshape software markets, but it won't eliminate traditional vendors; instead, it could fuel new opportunities and integrated ecosystems.
Venture
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
1 day ago

Nvidia-backed Firmus targets $2bn ASX IPO after $505m raise and $10bn Blackstone debt

Firmus raised $505m at a $5.5bn valuation, targeting a $2bn IPO on the ASX, backed by a $10bn debt facility and renewable energy plans.
Marketing tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 hours ago

This AI startup raised $4.5 million to help marketers fine-tune campaigns and monitor rivals. Read its pitch deck.

Pomo uses AI to enhance ad performance by automating data analysis and providing actionable insights for marketers.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

AI startup Rocket offers vibe McKinsey-style reports at a fraction of the cost | TechCrunch

Rocket's platform helps users determine what to build by generating detailed product strategies using AI.
Poker
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Tech founders competed in a startup's glitzy $100,000 poker tournament. I took them on.

An AI startup spent $200,000 on a poker tournament to market itself to other startups.
Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

The real impact of AI on SaaS isn't what investors think | Fortune

AI's rise may reshape software markets, but it won't eliminate traditional vendors; instead, it could fuel new opportunities and integrated ecosystems.
Venture
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
1 day ago

Nvidia-backed Firmus targets $2bn ASX IPO after $505m raise and $10bn Blackstone debt

Firmus raised $505m at a $5.5bn valuation, targeting a $2bn IPO on the ASX, backed by a $10bn debt facility and renewable energy plans.
#spacex
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
42 minutes ago

SpaceX woos the small investor as Musk eyes the biggest flotation in stock market history

SpaceX plans to offer 30% of its shares to retail investors, targeting a $2 trillion valuation in its upcoming IPO.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 week ago

SpaceX's IPO might arrive sooner than you think

SpaceX is preparing for a highly anticipated IPO, potentially raising over $75 billion and transitioning to a publicly traded company.
Venture
fromFortune
6 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
fromFortune
5 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.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
42 minutes ago

SpaceX woos the small investor as Musk eyes the biggest flotation in stock market history

SpaceX plans to offer 30% of its shares to retail investors, targeting a $2 trillion valuation in its upcoming IPO.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 week ago

SpaceX's IPO might arrive sooner than you think

SpaceX is preparing for a highly anticipated IPO, potentially raising over $75 billion and transitioning to a publicly traded company.
Venture
fromFortune
6 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
fromFortune
5 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.
#ipo
Venture
fromFortune
1 day ago

SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic could reopen the IPO market-or drain it | Fortune

SpaceX's IPO filing signals a potential revival for high-growth tech debuts, but the current IPO market differs significantly from the 2021 boom.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
Venture

SpaceX IPO: What we know about the initial public offering as the eagerly awaited stock listing date nears

2026 is anticipated to be a significant year for mega IPOs, with SpaceX expected to file for its IPO soon.
Venture
fromFortune
1 day ago

SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic could reopen the IPO market-or drain it | Fortune

SpaceX's IPO filing signals a potential revival for high-growth tech debuts, but the current IPO market differs significantly from the 2021 boom.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
Venture

SpaceX IPO: What we know about the initial public offering as the eagerly awaited stock listing date nears

Business
fromFortune
17 hours ago

The AI trade is over. Top Wall Street analysts say the AI opportunity might be just starting | Fortune

Wall Street has methodically reduced AI investments without a dramatic crash, indicating a controlled descent rather than a collapse.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 hours ago

Former Instagram VP shares 5 tips for young software engineers

Curiosity is key for young engineers. Asking a lot of questions is a great way to build relationships within a company, according to James Everingham.
Careers
#openai
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
14 hours ago

True Footage lands $40M Series C as appraisal industry hits critical' AI phase

True Footage raised $40 million to enhance its staff appraiser model and data analytics platform for improved appraisal quality and efficiency.
Poker
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Nobody Knows How to File Taxes on Prediction Market Wins

Tax guidance for prediction market profits is unclear, leaving taxpayers uncertain about reporting obligations.
European startups
fromFortune
17 hours ago

Aspire built a financial stack used by 50,000 firms. Now it's coming to the U.S. to take on Ramp and Mercury | Fortune

Aspire aims to compete in the U.S. corporate credit card market by addressing the needs of international startups.
fromAlleywatch
1 day ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/6/2026

Yuzu Health has raised $35M in Series A funding, led by General Catalyst and Chemistry, with participation from Anthropic's Anthology Fund and others, totaling $40M in equity funding.
NYC startup
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
20 hours ago

Sam Altman and Vinod Khosla agree: AI will break the economy. Their fix is no income tax for most Americans | Fortune

Vinod Khosla proposed eliminating federal income taxes for those earning under $100,000, aligning with OpenAI's economic reform ideas for the AI age.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

SEC Chair Atkins Says 'Reg Crypto' Proposal Covering Fundraising and Startup Exemptions Is One Step From Publication

Reg Crypto is awaiting White House approval, creating safe-harbor exemptions for startups and issuers to raise significant capital annually.
#meta-platforms
Social media marketing
fromThe Motley Fool
1 day ago

This Is a Troubling Trend Meta Platforms Investors Should Watch Out for in Future Quarters | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms faces challenges as expenses grow faster than revenue, impacting earnings growth and stock performance.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
1 day ago

The Pullback in Meta Could Be a Gift. Here's Whether to Take It. | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms' stock drop is seen as a buying opportunity due to strong business fundamentals and AI growth prospects.
Social media marketing
fromThe Motley Fool
1 day ago

This Is a Troubling Trend Meta Platforms Investors Should Watch Out for in Future Quarters | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms faces challenges as expenses grow faster than revenue, impacting earnings growth and stock performance.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
1 day ago

The Pullback in Meta Could Be a Gift. Here's Whether to Take It. | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms' stock drop is seen as a buying opportunity due to strong business fundamentals and AI growth prospects.
fromInc
1 day ago

This AI Startup Gives Customers Spoons Instead of Swag. It's a Marketing Lesson Any Founder Can Steal

Denton's first rule: "Make it different, but relevant." The more unusual your swag is, the more likely people will remember it, want it, and share it online.
Graphic design
#delve
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
3 days 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
3 days 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.
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
4 hours ago

I analyzed 789 'Shark Tank' pitches. This personality trait gets funding

Narcissistic admiration in entrepreneurs enhances their ability to secure funding from investors compared to narcissistic rivalry.
#ai-investment
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

The AI gold rush is pulling private wealth into riskier, earlier bets | TechCrunch

Family offices are increasingly investing directly in AI startups, bypassing traditional venture capital due to the urgency of the AI boom.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Wealth Manager: "Hard to See a World Where You're Not Investing in AI" Buy These Dips Now

Investing in AI is essential for long-term growth, with major companies significantly increasing their capital expenditures and revenues.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

The AI gold rush is pulling private wealth into riskier, earlier bets | TechCrunch

Family offices are increasingly investing directly in AI startups, bypassing traditional venture capital due to the urgency of the AI boom.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Wealth Manager: "Hard to See a World Where You're Not Investing in AI" Buy These Dips Now

Investing in AI is essential for long-term growth, with major companies significantly increasing their capital expenditures and revenues.
from24/7 Wall St.
58 minutes ago

Here Are Wednesday's Top Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Coinbase Global, Diamondback Energy, Deere, Doximity, Dutch Bros., Johnson & Johnson, Robinhood Markets, Verizon and More

Futures are exploding higher, as President Trump chose not to 'end civilization in Iran' and agreed to a two-week pause on attacks on Iran.
Business
Bootstrapping
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Entrepreneurship Is Creative Work, but We Don't Call It That

Entrepreneurship is a form of creativity that involves cognitive processes like divergent thinking and adaptability.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Sam Altman's big pitch to fix the big AI mess sounds like Jamie Dimon's: a 4-day workweek and a big new tax on rich people like him | Fortune

Sam Altman proposes taxing AI's corporate winners to support workers and mitigate labor market disruptions.
European startups
fromTNW | Insider
3 days 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.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days 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.
Venture
fromTNW | Anthropic
1 day ago

Anthropic in talks to invest $200m in private equity venture to push Claude into enterprise

Anthropic is negotiating a joint venture to integrate its Claude models into private equity portfolio companies, investing $200m and potentially raising $1bn.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 hour ago

Wall Street Sees 58% Upside in Microsoft (MSFT) After Selloff

Microsoft's stock trades significantly below analyst price targets despite strong earnings, driven by concerns over capital expenditures and Azure's growth rate.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Retail investors are no longer following the market

Retail investors have transformed from background noise to influential market players, reshaping market dynamics and leading investment trends.
#elon-musk
Silicon Valley
fromTESLARATI
4 days 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'.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

Here Comes SpaceX's IPO. Should You Board on Day One?

Elon Musk's SpaceX and xAI may lead to a groundbreaking IPO, potentially valued over $2 trillion, reshaping the stock market landscape.
Business
fromEngadget
4 days 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
4 days 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'.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

Here Comes SpaceX's IPO. Should You Board on Day One?

Elon Musk's SpaceX and xAI may lead to a groundbreaking IPO, potentially valued over $2 trillion, reshaping the stock market landscape.
Business
fromEngadget
4 days 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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

CrowdStrike Just Bet Big On the Huge Disconnect Between Growth and Its Stock

CrowdStrike's $500 million share repurchase program signals confidence in its undervalued stock amid strong business momentum and AI-driven growth.
fromSubstack
3 weeks ago

Mega IPOs, AI at Work and Why Everyone's Exhausted - Episode 181

Mega IPOs like OpenAI and SpaceX are creating a gravity well in the public markets, what that means for smaller companies waiting to go public and whether the IPO pipeline is actually reopening in 2026. They also dig into the growing tension inside software companies as AI agents begin to threaten seat based pricing models and what recent disclosures are quietly admitting about the competitive risks.
Retirement
Venture
fromAlleywatch
23 hours ago

The AlleyWatch March 2026 New York Venture Capital Funding Report

New York City's startup ecosystem raised $3.94 billion in March 2026, marking a 293.6% increase year-over-year driven by late-stage mega-rounds.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Here Are Tuesday's Top Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Ameriprise Financial, Arista Networks, Arm Holdings, Lennar, Morgan Stanley, Rocket Lab, Tractor Supply, Wingstop, Wix.com and More

Futures are lower as investors assess market stability after gains and concerns over inflation and oil prices persist.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days 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.
fromAlleywatch
16 hours ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/7/2026

Eisen, an escheatment compliance platform that automates dormant account offboarding and unclaimed property reporting for regulated financial institutions, has raised $7.2M in funding according to a recent SEC filing.
Venture
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Forget Palantir: This Beaten-Down "Fed" AI Stock Has More Upside Potential

Palantir Technologies has seen significant stock gains but faces valuation challenges compared to Booz Allen Hamilton, which has a more stable financial outlook.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
15 hours ago

VC Eclipse has a new $1.3B to back - and build - 'physical AI' startups | TechCrunch

Eclipse Ventures is focusing on investments in physical AI and related technologies, aiming to create an ecosystem of startups across various sectors.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

After Raising $30 Million, I Learned the Real Lessons of Entrepreneurship - What My MBA Missed

Startups prioritize speed, adaptability, and alignment over analysis and pedigree, with hidden dependencies posing greater risks than visible competitors.
Venture
fromFortune
2 days ago

Robinhood Ventures has rebounded 30% since its lackluster debut. Can the new private markets fund now withstand the mega IPOs? | Fortune

Robinhood Ventures I faced initial losses but has since rebounded, with optimism for future opportunities in private markets despite current challenges.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Buy and Hold Forever This Unknown AI Stock up 200%

Corning Incorporated is essential for modern infrastructure, providing materials like optical fiber and Gorilla Glass, with diversified revenue streams and strong financial growth.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 day ago

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/5/26

Notable startup funding activity in the US totaled $4.3B for the week ending 4/4/26, featuring various companies and their funding details.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Lilly vs JPMorgan: Which Hits a $1 Trillion Market Cap First?

Eli Lilly is projected to reach a $1 trillion market cap faster than JPMorgan Chase due to superior revenue growth and analyst support.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

You Don't Need Awards to Raise VC - You Need These 2 Things

Awards may be encouraging and occasionally useful for visibility, but they are weak indicators of validation and poor predictors of long-term success. In the longevity and healthspan industry, where timelines are long and claims are easy to overstate, venture capital ultimately follows alignment and evidence, not applause received at glitzy industry events.
Healthcare
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

I Can't Stop Buying This AI Dividend King Automation Stock Down 40%

ADP's stock has fallen 37%, but its fundamentals indicate a strong, durable business with consistent dividend growth.
Miscellaneous
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

I Skipped the Business Plan. This 10-Slide Deck Helped Me Raise Millions

A ten-slide pitch deck is more effective for early-stage fundraising than detailed business plans because investors prioritize clarity of problem, conviction in insight, and quick comprehension of company value.
#venture-capital
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

OpenAI alums have been quietly investing from a new, potentially $100M fund | TechCrunch

A new venture capital fund called Zero Shot, founded by OpenAI alumni, has reached its first close on a $100 million goal.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I moved across the world to get into the Ivy League. Then I quit Brown after a year to launch a VC firm at 21.

Smaiyl Makyshov founded Multifaceted Capital to focus on community-driven venture capital, particularly within the US boarding school system.
Venture
fromSilicon Canals
6 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
fromAlleywatch
6 days ago

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

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

OpenAI alums have been quietly investing from a new, potentially $100M fund | TechCrunch

A new venture capital fund called Zero Shot, founded by OpenAI alumni, has reached its first close on a $100 million goal.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I moved across the world to get into the Ivy League. Then I quit Brown after a year to launch a VC firm at 21.

Smaiyl Makyshov founded Multifaceted Capital to focus on community-driven venture capital, particularly within the US boarding school system.
Venture
fromSilicon Canals
6 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
fromAlleywatch
6 days ago

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

Avo and The Better Money Company secured $10M each in funding for their innovative tech solutions in April 2026.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days 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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 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.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How to Manage Investor Expectations After Fundraising

Consistent, transparent post-investment communication sustains investor trust and engagement more effectively than the initial fundraising process itself.
#fintech
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

SoFi Can't Shake the Doubts, but Its Stock at $15 Is Crazy

SoFi Technologies' stock plummeted 51.57% despite record revenue and profitability, driven by broader fintech sector concerns and market disconnect.
fromFortune
6 days ago
Venture

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

Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

SoFi Can't Shake the Doubts, but Its Stock at $15 Is Crazy

SoFi Technologies' stock plummeted 51.57% despite record revenue and profitability, driven by broader fintech sector concerns and market disconnect.
Venture
fromFortune
6 days ago

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

Blend's CEO emphasizes recovery from the fintech crash, focusing on profitability after a significant decline in market cap and mortgage volumes.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days 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.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Billionaires Are Buying up These 3 Stocks Like Hot Cakes

Billionaires strategically invest in stocks like Amazon, Nvidia, and Microsoft, signaling potential growth opportunities based on market conditions and company fundamentals.
Venture
fromEntrepreneur
4 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.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 days 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.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
6 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.
Venture
fromTNW | Investors-Funding
1 week ago

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

Rebellions, a South Korean AI chip company, raised $650M in six months, targeting Meta and xAI as customers, and valued at $2.34 billion.
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
1 week ago

Standing Ovation raises 30M Series B round

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

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

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