#risers
#risers

I was rejected 33 times and built a $390 million company - at 48 years old. Age bias in tech is costing us all | Fortune

Reinvention after 40 is often dismissed as a midlife crisis, but it can be a calculated and economically beneficial choice.

Bootstrapping

I started a business at 16 to make money. Now I'm building generational wealth.

Marketing

3 Lessons Young Entrepreneurs Can't Afford to Miss

Bootstrapping

Why Making Business Plan "Exceptions" Can Kill Your Growth

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1 hour ago

My Ideal Second Business

Every entrepreneur should own two businesses to diversify risk and enhance profitability.

Growth hacking

fromWestenberg.

9 hours ago

The "Passive Income" trap ate a generation of entrepreneurs

A misguided ideology of 'Passive Income Brain' misleads aspiring entrepreneurs into prioritizing quick profits over genuine business understanding.

Careers

I was rejected 33 times and built a $390 million company - at 48 years old. Age bias in tech is costing us all | Fortune

Reinvention after 40 is often dismissed as a midlife crisis, but it can be a calculated and economically beneficial choice.

Bootstrapping

I started a business at 16 to make money. Now I'm building generational wealth.

3 Lessons Young Entrepreneurs Can't Afford to Miss

Investing in the right marketing partner and experienced mentors is crucial for young entrepreneurs in a competitive digital marketplace.

Why Making Business Plan "Exceptions" Can Kill Your Growth

Growth without discipline leads to costly long-term mistakes.

more#entrepreneurship

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.

20 hours ago

Gateway Capital announces first close of $25M Fund II | TechCrunch

Gateway Capital Partners has announced the first close of its $25 million Fund II, enabling investment operations to begin.

fromSilicon Canals

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.

20 hours ago

Gateway Capital announces first close of $25M Fund II | TechCrunch

Gateway Capital Partners has announced the first close of its $25 million Fund II, enabling investment operations to begin.

$60 Million Startup Says It's Invented a New Particle to Dim the Sun

Stardust Solutions raised $60 million for solar geoengineering to combat global warming by dimming the Sun, but faces significant controversy and unknown consequences.

Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 Bitcoin in Q1 2026, Raising $289.5 Million for Data Center Expansion

Riot Platforms sold 3,778 bitcoin in Q1 2026, generating $289.5 million, while improving operational metrics despite a dip in production.

fromBitcoin Magazine

2 hours ago

Riot Platforms (RIOT) Sells 3,778 Bitcoin In Q1

Riot Platforms sold 3,778 bitcoin in Q1 2026, shifting strategy towards infrastructure and high-performance computing.

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6 hours ago

Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 Bitcoin in Q1 2026, Raising $289.5 Million for Data Center Expansion

Riot Platforms sold 3,778 bitcoin in Q1 2026, generating $289.5 million, while improving operational metrics despite a dip in production.

fromBitcoin Magazine

2 hours ago

Riot Platforms (RIOT) Sells 3,778 Bitcoin In Q1

Riot Platforms sold 3,778 bitcoin in Q1 2026, shifting strategy towards infrastructure and high-performance computing.

Is Your Company Focusing on Generative Engine Optimization?

Generative engine optimization (GEO) requires marketers to adapt strategies for AI-driven search, focusing on relevance and collaboration across PR, content, and SEO.

Agriculture

fromFuturism

1 hour ago

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

Monarch Tractor faced failure due to its AI tractors being ineffective and dangerous, leading to layoffs and potential shutdown.

What to know about OpenAI's surprise acquisition of TBPN

OpenAI has acquired the tech podcast TBPN while ensuring its editorial independence.

Media industry

18 hours ago

The OpenAI/TBPN deal is a shocker that makes sense

OpenAI acquired TBPN, a tech-business talk show, shifting its focus towards media despite previous project cancellations.

Podcast

2 hours ago

What to know about OpenAI's surprise acquisition of TBPN

OpenAI has acquired the tech podcast TBPN while ensuring its editorial independence.

Media industry

18 hours ago

The OpenAI/TBPN deal is a shocker that makes sense

OpenAI acquired TBPN, a tech-business talk show, shifting its focus towards media despite previous project cancellations.

What's next for Meta in the wake of trial losses and layoffs?

Meta faces significant challenges with legal rulings and a shift in focus from the Metaverse to artificial intelligence.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

3 hours ago

AI Stocks That Will Thrive Even if Oil Hits $200

AI companies that are asset-light and subscription-driven may thrive during economic downturns, especially in energy markets.

Business intelligence

fromBusline News

20 hours ago

Analysis Highlights 20x ROI For ABA Marketplace Attendees - Busline News

ABA Marketplace generated $124.9 million in business activity, reinforcing its status as North America's leading bus and group travel event.

London startup

For London's fintech and SaaS firms, digital risk is no longer theoretical - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reputation is a critical business variable for fintech and SaaS companies, impacting partnerships, regulations, and revenue.

European startups

19 hours ago

Apollo and FC Barcelona just proved legacy markets are losing their grip on business | Fortune

Global institutions are relocating from New York City to Florida for better operating conditions, reflecting a shift in economic ambition.

fromSubstack

Q1 Market Whiplash, Millionaire Tax Strategies and Bitcoin Backed Mortgages - Episode 183

The sharp rise in oil prices and renewed inflation concerns created significant pressure on both stocks and bonds, impacting investor sentiment and market dynamics.

Retirement

Kevin O'Leary claims this skill is the most valuable on the market, saying he pays $250,000 for it - 5X more than before

Understanding social media for customer acquisition is now a highly lucrative career path, with salaries rising significantly due to demand.

fromInc

Too Many Startups Optimize for Growth. The Best Ones Optimize for Customer Success

Building a company around being useful and client-focused leads to higher retention and loyalty, differentiating it from competitors.

Online marketing

fromMoneywise

Kevin O'Leary claims this skill is the most valuable on the market, saying he pays $250,000 for it - 5X more than before

Understanding social media for customer acquisition is now a highly lucrative career path, with salaries rising significantly due to demand.

fromInc

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Too Many Startups Optimize for Growth. The Best Ones Optimize for Customer Success

Building a company around being useful and client-focused leads to higher retention and loyalty, differentiating it from competitors.

more#social-media

Remote teams

How smart founders are saving money by outsourcing dev work - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Founders are increasingly outsourcing technical work to manage costs and maintain flexibility in their businesses.

Digital life

fromBusiness Matters

What Fast-Moving Digital Industries Teach Us About Business Agility

Fast-moving industries exemplify business agility by rapidly adapting to trends and customer needs, a practice all businesses should adopt.

Marketing tech

fromAdExchanger

Duplicative Data Doesn't Pay; Investors Soften On Software | AdExchanger

The Trade Desk is changing its fee structure to share revenue with ID providers for unique data signals, aiming to reduce duplicative data costs.

Elon Musk debunks latest rumors about SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk denied reports that SpaceX would exclude Robinhood and SoFi from its upcoming IPO.

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.

fromwww.bbc.com

Elon Musk's SpaceX moves to become a publicly traded company

SpaceX is preparing for an IPO, potentially valuing the company over $1 trillion and making Musk a candidate for the world's first trillionaire.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

SpaceX files to go public, paving way to make Elon Musk first trillionaire

SpaceX plans to go public with an IPO, potentially making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.

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.

Rocket Lab Is Up 15x in Two Years. Is It Too Late?

SpaceX's impending IPO and profitability are set to significantly boost the entire space sector's stock market performance.

Toronto startup

fromTESLARATI

Elon Musk debunks latest rumors about SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk denied reports that SpaceX would exclude Robinhood and SoFi from its upcoming IPO.

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.

fromwww.bbc.com

Elon Musk's SpaceX moves to become a publicly traded company

SpaceX is preparing for an IPO, potentially valuing the company over $1 trillion and making Musk a candidate for the world's first trillionaire.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

SpaceX files to go public, paving way to make Elon Musk first trillionaire

SpaceX plans to go public with an IPO, potentially making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.

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.

Rocket Lab Is Up 15x in Two Years. Is It Too Late?

SpaceX's impending IPO and profitability are set to significantly boost the entire space sector's stock market performance.

more#spacex

fromwww.amny.com

Op-Ed | Fueling NYC's $50 billion engine: How women business owners can grow and scale | amNewYork

Successful founders are comfortable being uncomfortable. Forging a new path as an entrepreneur isn't easy work. There may be times when you're the only person who believes in your idea, or where you're the only person who looks like you do in a meeting room.

Women in technology

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.

23 hours ago

He Turned Down a $1M Job Offer Because He Had a Novel Idea. Then He Grew That Business to $22M in 3 Years.

Aaron Harper left a $1 million VP role to create a franchise system, scaling Rolling Suds to 356 territories and $22 million in revenue.

22 hours ago

3 Financial Habits Every Expat Startup Founder Should Adopt Now

US expat founders must manage both US and foreign tax obligations from the start.

5 hours ago

ARKK Let's You Bet Big on Crypto Infrastructure With Top Disruptors In 2026

Cathie Wood continues to invest in Ark Innovation ETF despite market downturns, focusing on future tech and crypto infrastructure.

AI Startups Are Battling for Fresh Tech Talent, Offering Up to $400,000 Salaries and Big Bonus Packages to New Grads

AI startups are raising base salaries to attract top talent, with median pay for software engineers now at $200,000.

Business intelligence

Wall Street Calls Snowflake a Top AI Infrastructure Pick

Benchmark rates Snowflake as a Buy with a $190 target, highlighting its role in the $500B AI Data Cloud market.

fromForbes

Scalable Summit: The $37B Creator Economy's Next Chapter Starts Here

The creator economy is shifting focus from proving value to scaling, with U.S. ad spend reaching $37 billion.

Retirement

fromSubstack

Equity Compensation Is How Modern Millionaires Are Made

Equity compensation is crucial for modern employees, impacting wealth accumulation and tax implications.

London startup

fromComputerWeekly.com

How the UK's 'Neet' youth can power the digital economy | Computer Weekly

Nearly one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment, or training, highlighting a significant social and economic challenge.

European startups

fromresund Startups

AI startup automating product compliance joins Y Combinator as regulation hits European retailers

European retailers face regulatory challenges; Complir's AI platform automates compliance processes, enhancing efficiency and growth.

Marketing tech

fromAccounting Today

Growth as infrastructure: Rethinking marketing's role in firm strategy

The operating model that ensured success for firms in the past two decades is inadequate for future sustainability.

fromnews.bitcoin.com

8 hours ago

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

ST Group will list on the blockchain-based Lise exchange to enhance production capacity and meet high order volumes.

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.

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

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

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

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

The AI industry loves token inflation. Your company shouldn't

The AI industry is increasingly reliant on token consumption, which may indicate inefficiency rather than intelligence.

Everyone Has Smart AI. The Winners Are the Ones Who Execute

AI success relies on reducing user friction and enhancing experience, not just improving model intelligence.

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

AI companies are experiencing inflated valuations and seed rounds due to high investor interest and competition.

Exclusive: Runway launches $10M fund, Builders program to support early stage AI startups | TechCrunch

Runway is launching a $10 million fund to invest in AI, media, and world simulation startups, aiming to create a video intelligence ecosystem.

4 hours ago

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

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

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

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

The AI industry loves token inflation. Your company shouldn't

The AI industry is increasingly reliant on token consumption, which may indicate inefficiency rather than intelligence.

Everyone Has Smart AI. The Winners Are the Ones Who Execute

AI success relies on reducing user friction and enhancing experience, not just improving model intelligence.

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

AI companies are experiencing inflated valuations and seed rounds due to high investor interest and competition.

Exclusive: Runway launches $10M fund, Builders program to support early stage AI startups | TechCrunch

Runway is launching a $10 million fund to invest in AI, media, and world simulation startups, aiming to create a video intelligence ecosystem.

As a VC, I Can Predict a Startup's Success in Minutes - And It Comes Down to 3 Traits (Not the Deck)

Founders who demonstrate clarity, context, and chemistry can effectively navigate chaos and drive business growth.

British Business Bank backs 9fin with $20m as fintech reaches unicorn status

British Business Bank invested $20 million in 9fin, achieving unicorn status and enhancing the UK's fintech position.

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.

London startup

fromBusiness Matters

British Business Bank backs 9fin with $20m as fintech reaches unicorn status

British Business Bank invested $20 million in 9fin, achieving unicorn status and enhancing the UK's fintech position.

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.

BuzzFeed's AI Collapse, Coinbase vs. Big Banks, and the SpaceX IPO Is Official - Episode 182

Markets and technology are rapidly evolving, impacting companies like BuzzFeed, Coinbase, and SpaceX.

fromBitcoin Magazine

23 hours ago

Wall Street Firms And Crypto Companies To Review Market Structure Proposals

Crypto and banking representatives are reviewing a revised stablecoin yield proposal to resolve regulatory issues surrounding yield-bearing products.

#meta-platforms

Business

Meta Platforms Price Target Trimmed by Wells Fargo

Meta Platforms Surges 4% as Smart Glasses Launch and AI Push Give Investors Reason to Buy the Dip

Meta Platforms shares rose 4% due to Morgan Stanley's Top Pick designation, smart glasses launch momentum, and renewed confidence in AI infrastructure.

fromThe Motley Fool

Venture

Could Buying Meta Platforms Stock Today Set You Up for Life? | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms Price Target Trimmed by Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo lowered Meta's price target to $765, maintaining an Overweight rating, citing macro uncertainty but an attractive risk/reward for investors.

Meta Platforms Surges 4% as Smart Glasses Launch and AI Push Give Investors Reason to Buy the Dip

Meta Platforms shares rose 4% due to Morgan Stanley's Top Pick designation, smart glasses launch momentum, and renewed confidence in AI infrastructure.

fromThe Motley Fool

Could Buying Meta Platforms Stock Today Set You Up for Life? | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms has strong growth potential due to its vast ecosystem and innovative capabilities, despite challenges in the digital advertising space.

AppLovin's Easy Money Era Is Over. Investors Should Proceed With Caution

AppLovin's stock has declined 47% from its peak due to investor skepticism and challenges in the digital advertising landscape.

9 reasons AI isn't going to take your job (yet) | Fortune

Employers should approach AI adoption cautiously, as predictions about its impact on employment and capabilities have often been inaccurate.

Don't be a bottleneck in your solo business

Solopreneurs face challenges when their need for control limits business growth and efficiency.

4 hours ago

XOVR Raised $470 Million on the SpaceX Dream but Trails QQQ by 70 Points Over 5 Years

ERShares Private-Public Crossover ETF provides retail investors access to SpaceX and other high-growth companies traditionally reserved for accredited investors.

HubSpot Price Target Cut Despite LLM Tools Not Being a Material Threat

HubSpot's price target was cut to $325, but analysts believe AI tools do not pose a significant threat to its business.

#tokenization

fromSouth China Morning Post

Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

Midas raises $50M Series A

Midas has raised $50 million to launch Midas Staked Liquidity, enabling instant redemptions for tokenized investment products.

fromSouth China Morning Post

Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

Midas raises $50M Series A

Midas has raised $50 million to launch Midas Staked Liquidity, enabling instant redemptions for tokenized investment products.

more#tokenization

Why the Indiscriminate Carnage in Software Might Be a Once-in-a-Decade Gift for Tech Bulls

Market volatility affects stock prices, particularly in SaaS companies, amid rising oil prices and the impact of AI on the workforce.

5 days ago

Bootstrapping

Is Your Startup Too Big For a One-Person Boss? What to Do Next

Many founders of mom-and-pop businesses become bottlenecks as their companies grow, hindering decision-making and organizational structure.

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.

Wall Street Says Buy the Dip: KeyBanc Upgrades Crescent Energy Target

Crescent Energy's stock target raised to $19 by KeyBanc, indicating a strong investment opportunity despite recent pullback.

#generative-ai

fromForbes

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

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

fromComputerworld

AI budgets soar, ROI still elusive

CIOs are now focused on demonstrating measurable financial returns from generative AI investments.

fromForbes

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

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

fromComputerworld

AI budgets soar, ROI still elusive

CIOs are now focused on demonstrating measurable financial returns from generative AI investments.

Industry Groups Warn New Crypto Rules Could Drive Kenyan Startups Offshore

Draft regulations in Kenya's cryptocurrency industry may exclude smaller startups due to high capital requirements, concentrating market activity among larger firms.

6 days ago

The Shift Every Founder Must Make to Achieve Exponential Growth

Founders must transition from instinct-driven habits to structured systems for scaling their businesses effectively.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

12 platforms every start-up needs to know in 2026 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Modern start-ups leverage specialized platforms to enhance growth and streamline operations across branding, training, marketing, and collaboration.

Wall Street Says Buy CrowdStrike And Watch It Gain $100 This Year

CrowdStrike Holdings is rated Buy with a $500 target, aiming for $10 billion in annual recurring revenue in a $150 billion market.

Miscellaneous

1 month ago

This Is the $8 Trillion Opportunity VCs and Founders Can't Ignore

Healthspan—years lived in good health—represents the longevity market's primary opportunity, projected to reach $8 trillion by 2030, surpassing AI market growth and addressing the decade-long gap between lifespan and healthspan globally.

Inside the data center financing boom and the teams Wall Street is building to win it

Wall Street banks are rapidly financing AI data centers, with deal values soaring into the tens of billions, necessitating a shift in funding strategies.

This 1 Tech Stock is Worth Buying Hand-Over-Fist, Even in This Environment

Arm Holdings is positioned to thrive due to a critical mismatch in tech components, particularly in battery efficiency and capacity.

Your Burn Rate Could Kill Your Startup Faster Than You Think

Startup success relies on strategic burn rate management, balancing growth with disciplined spending and revenue generation from the outset.

Is This What the Start of an AI Bubble Bust Looks Like?

The market is experiencing a correction, raising concerns about a potential AI bubble burst and investor sentiment towards tech stocks.

5 days ago

One AI bubble has already burst. The next one-a 'rare' kind-is still growing, economist warns | Fortune

The AI stock bubble has burst, with inflated valuations now decreasing, reflecting a significant shift in the tech sector's financial landscape.

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

Enterprise SaaS M&A reached $83.7 billion in Q4 2025, marking the largest year since 2021 despite concerns over the SaaSpocalypse.

fromTNW | Startups-Technology

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.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

AI's $258B investment boom raises urgent questions about ROI & real impact

Investment in AI is significant, but financial returns remain uncertain and require a more deliberate approach to defining success.

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

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.

fromAlleywatch