Nirvana keeps on truckin' with $80M at a $830M valuation for its AI-powered insurance | TechCrunchNirvana raised $80 million in Series C funding to expand AI-driven trucking insurance amidst favorable industry growth.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/10/25Notable startup funding report details $4.9B raised across various companies, highlighting significant contributions from major players in diverse ecosystems.
Check out the pitch deck these ex-Googlers used to raise $3.25 million for their AI sales agent startupBreakout has raised $3.25 million to launch an AI sales agent for software companies, enhancing inbound sales experiences.
Rotterdam's smart retail platform CornerBox raises $1MCornerBox has raised $1M in pre-seed funding to advance its AI-driven robotic retail platform.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 2/16/25 - 2/22/25NYC Tech saw notable funding rounds for startups like Henry AI, Iris, and RecruitU in the week ending 2/22.
Perplexity is reportedly in talks to raise up to $1B at an $18B valuation | TechCrunchPerplexity is in talks to raise up to $1 billion, potentially doubling its valuation to $18 billion amid growing competition in AI search.
Nirvana keeps on truckin' with $80M at a $830M valuation for its AI-powered insurance | TechCrunchNirvana raised $80 million in Series C funding to expand AI-driven trucking insurance amidst favorable industry growth.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/10/25Notable startup funding report details $4.9B raised across various companies, highlighting significant contributions from major players in diverse ecosystems.
Check out the pitch deck these ex-Googlers used to raise $3.25 million for their AI sales agent startupBreakout has raised $3.25 million to launch an AI sales agent for software companies, enhancing inbound sales experiences.
Rotterdam's smart retail platform CornerBox raises $1MCornerBox has raised $1M in pre-seed funding to advance its AI-driven robotic retail platform.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 2/16/25 - 2/22/25NYC Tech saw notable funding rounds for startups like Henry AI, Iris, and RecruitU in the week ending 2/22.
Perplexity is reportedly in talks to raise up to $1B at an $18B valuation | TechCrunchPerplexity is in talks to raise up to $1 billion, potentially doubling its valuation to $18 billion amid growing competition in AI search.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/2/25 - 3/8/25NYC's tech ecosystem saw significant funding in startups like Aescape and Viam, showcasing robust growth and innovation.
Foundation Capital, an early backer of Solana and Cerebras, raises $600M fund | TechCrunchFoundation Capital successfully raised a $600 million fund by focusing on seed stage investments and creating new markets.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/3/25The recent startup funding report highlights notable investments totaling $922M, including companies like Goose, Auditoria.AI, and Bitwise.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/13/25 - 4/19/25NYC startups secured significant funding this week, showcasing diverse sectors including wellness, education, and AI.Arketa and Meadow were among key players, raising millions to enhance their platforms.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 3/4/2025Odeko and Aescape secured significant funding, reflecting a strong interest in tech-driven solutions in coffee and wellness markets.
Ex-Meta VP just raised back-to-back mega funding rounds from the same investors who made a fortune when Google bought Wiz.Roi Tiger is closing a $55 million Series A funding for a cybersecurity startup, demonstrating strong investor interest in the sector.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/2/25 - 3/8/25NYC's tech ecosystem saw significant funding in startups like Aescape and Viam, showcasing robust growth and innovation.
Foundation Capital, an early backer of Solana and Cerebras, raises $600M fund | TechCrunchFoundation Capital successfully raised a $600 million fund by focusing on seed stage investments and creating new markets.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/3/25The recent startup funding report highlights notable investments totaling $922M, including companies like Goose, Auditoria.AI, and Bitwise.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/13/25 - 4/19/25NYC startups secured significant funding this week, showcasing diverse sectors including wellness, education, and AI.Arketa and Meadow were among key players, raising millions to enhance their platforms.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 3/4/2025Odeko and Aescape secured significant funding, reflecting a strong interest in tech-driven solutions in coffee and wellness markets.
Ex-Meta VP just raised back-to-back mega funding rounds from the same investors who made a fortune when Google bought Wiz.Roi Tiger is closing a $55 million Series A funding for a cybersecurity startup, demonstrating strong investor interest in the sector.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 2/23/25 - 3/1/25NYC's tech ecosystem is thriving with notable funding rounds for startups across sectors, including carbon capture, cybersecurity, and home robotics.
Chainguard doesn't have an office. Here's how the $3.5B cybersecurity startup makes remote work.Chainguard successfully operates as a fully remote cybersecurity company with significant funding, showcasing the potential of remote work in talent acquisition.
Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunchCynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/21/25Notable startup funding across the U.S. amounted to $890M for the week ending 4/12/25, showcasing various innovative solutions in multiple sectors.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 2/23/25 - 3/1/25NYC's tech ecosystem is thriving with notable funding rounds for startups across sectors, including carbon capture, cybersecurity, and home robotics.
Chainguard doesn't have an office. Here's how the $3.5B cybersecurity startup makes remote work.Chainguard successfully operates as a fully remote cybersecurity company with significant funding, showcasing the potential of remote work in talent acquisition.
Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunchCynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/21/25Notable startup funding across the U.S. amounted to $890M for the week ending 4/12/25, showcasing various innovative solutions in multiple sectors.
Techstars increases startup funding to $220,000, mirroring YC structure | TechCrunchTechstars increases investment to $220,000 for startups, closely matching Y Combinator's terms, enhancing competition for startup funding.
Chapter, a Medicare startup with links to Vance, Thiel and Ramaswamy, just raised a round at $1.5B valuation | TechCrunchChapter prioritizes client needs in Medicare planning, differing from typical broker practices.
What to know about Chapter, the Medicare startup cofounded by Vivek Ramaswamy that was just valued at $1.5 billionChapter has secured $75 million in Series D funding to enhance its platform that simplifies Medicare navigation for seniors.
Chapter, a Medicare startup with links to Vance, Thiel and Ramaswamy, just raised a round at $1.5B valuation | TechCrunchChapter prioritizes client needs in Medicare planning, differing from typical broker practices.
What to know about Chapter, the Medicare startup cofounded by Vivek Ramaswamy that was just valued at $1.5 billionChapter has secured $75 million in Series D funding to enhance its platform that simplifies Medicare navigation for seniors.
Checkr, Inc. to acquire employment verification platform TrueworkTruework has achieved significant growth by prioritizing customer satisfaction and accuracy in mortgage verification.
Exclusive: Firsthand raises $26M for brand agentsFirsthand leverages AI agents to transform consumer engagement for marketers and publishers. They aim to create deeper connections through innovative communications.
Deepfake protection SaaS startup Loti AI raises $16.2M Series ALoti AI raised $16.2M to protect digital identities from deepfakes and unauthorized likeness content.
A new startup wants to place ads in AI chatbots. Read the 10-page pitch deck it used to raise $6 million.Nexad raised $6 million for AI advertising, aiming to match ads with audiences and create new advertising content.
These twentysomething Yale graduates just raised $4.5 million in funding for their startup that uses AI agents to test websites for bugsSpur raises $4.5 million to develop AI agents for quality assurance in website testing using natural language interfaces.
AI mortgage platform Friday Harbor completes seed roundAI is seen as an equalizer in mortgage lending, allowing smaller lenders access to advanced technology.
We got an exclusive look at the pitch deck voice intelligence startup PyannoteAI used to raise $9 millionPyannoteAI raised $9 million to enhance voice transcription clarity with AI, focusing on speaker diarization.
Exclusive: Firsthand raises $26M for brand agentsFirsthand leverages AI agents to transform consumer engagement for marketers and publishers. They aim to create deeper connections through innovative communications.
Deepfake protection SaaS startup Loti AI raises $16.2M Series ALoti AI raised $16.2M to protect digital identities from deepfakes and unauthorized likeness content.
A new startup wants to place ads in AI chatbots. Read the 10-page pitch deck it used to raise $6 million.Nexad raised $6 million for AI advertising, aiming to match ads with audiences and create new advertising content.
These twentysomething Yale graduates just raised $4.5 million in funding for their startup that uses AI agents to test websites for bugsSpur raises $4.5 million to develop AI agents for quality assurance in website testing using natural language interfaces.
AI mortgage platform Friday Harbor completes seed roundAI is seen as an equalizer in mortgage lending, allowing smaller lenders access to advanced technology.
We got an exclusive look at the pitch deck voice intelligence startup PyannoteAI used to raise $9 millionPyannoteAI raised $9 million to enhance voice transcription clarity with AI, focusing on speaker diarization.
Amid calls for sovereign EU tech stack, Evroc raises $55M to build a hyperscale cloud in Europe | TechCrunchEvroc aims to establish a secure and sustainable hyperscale cloud in Europe amid reliance on foreign tech.
Bauplan Emerges with $7.5M Seed to Simplify AI and Data Infrastructure for Software EngineersBauplan simplifies data infrastructure management for software engineers using Python, eliminating the need for specialized data teams.
Amid calls for sovereign EU tech stack, Evroc raises $55M to build a hyperscale cloud in Europe | TechCrunchEvroc aims to establish a secure and sustainable hyperscale cloud in Europe amid reliance on foreign tech.
Bauplan Emerges with $7.5M Seed to Simplify AI and Data Infrastructure for Software EngineersBauplan simplifies data infrastructure management for software engineers using Python, eliminating the need for specialized data teams.
Plug Secures $6.7 Million in Seed Funding and Launches Plug Trade DeskPlug is enhancing the EV trade-in process for dealers with Trade Desk, an innovative pricing and management tool.
Former Green Beret's Healthcare Startup Inspiren Raises $35M to Enhance Senior LivingInspiren's AI platform transforms senior care by integrating technology for enhanced quality, efficiency, and safety amidst industry challenges.
Agentic AI startup AMT aims to be 'Google Adwords for influencers,' raises seed round | TechCrunchAMT's AI chatbot Lyra simplifies influencer marketing, improving engagement and efficiency in booking campaigns.
Google, Speedinvest back Kenya's Leta, which uses AI to make logistics cheaper | TechCrunchLeta aims to reduce transport costs for African businesses with its AI-driven logistics platform.
Former Green Beret's Healthcare Startup Inspiren Raises $35M to Enhance Senior LivingInspiren's AI platform transforms senior care by integrating technology for enhanced quality, efficiency, and safety amidst industry challenges.
Agentic AI startup AMT aims to be 'Google Adwords for influencers,' raises seed round | TechCrunchAMT's AI chatbot Lyra simplifies influencer marketing, improving engagement and efficiency in booking campaigns.
Google, Speedinvest back Kenya's Leta, which uses AI to make logistics cheaper | TechCrunchLeta aims to reduce transport costs for African businesses with its AI-driven logistics platform.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/23/25 - 3/29/25NYC Tech News highlights significant startup funding and events for the week ending 3/29, showcasing growth in various tech sectors.
#NYCtech Week in Review 4/6/25 - 4/12/25NYC Tech news highlights significant startup fundings, including Runway's $308M raise for generative AI video.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/30/25 - 4/5/25NYC Tech this week highlights significant funding rounds for startups like Ethic, Adaptive Security, and Meadow.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/23/25 - 3/29/25NYC Tech News highlights significant startup funding and events for the week ending 3/29, showcasing growth in various tech sectors.
#NYCtech Week in Review 4/6/25 - 4/12/25NYC Tech news highlights significant startup fundings, including Runway's $308M raise for generative AI video.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/30/25 - 4/5/25NYC Tech this week highlights significant funding rounds for startups like Ethic, Adaptive Security, and Meadow.
TCF Capital acquires majority stake in Prague-based healthtech startup Macromo: Know more - Silicon CanalsMacromo secures funding from TCF Capital to enhance AI-driven health insights and expand its user base.
AI video startup Moonvalley raised a fresh $43M, SEC filing shows | TechCrunchMoonvalley raised $43 million for its AI video creation tools amidst heavy competition and concerns over market saturation.
Pickle Secures $12M Series A to Scale its Peer-to-Peer Fashion Rental MarketplacePickle facilitates a sustainable clothing economy by allowing users to rent fashion items from each other.The service empowers closet owners to monetize underutilized clothing, enhancing both budget management and environmental responsibility.
London-based Lenkie secures 59M to help SMEs with instant working capital: Know more - Silicon CanalsLenkie has raised £49M to enhance transaction-based cashflow management for SMEs, addressing their unique financing challenges.The platform aims to simplify access to capital for small businesses, improving their growth potential.
Just Move In raises $8M Series A for its home setup service | TechCrunchJust Move In addresses the fragmented home setup process, offering simplified services for new homeowners.
What Separates Winning Fintech Pitches from the Rest? | HackerNoonA strong narrative and clear execution are crucial in securing funding for fintech startups.Investors are overwhelmed with pitches; attention must be captured quickly.
Fuse raises $6.6M to fix a payment problem for companies expanding to MENA | TechCrunchFuse is simplifying cross-border payments in MENA with API solutions and has secured $6.6 million in funding.
London-based Lenkie secures 59M to help SMEs with instant working capital: Know more - Silicon CanalsLenkie has raised £49M to enhance transaction-based cashflow management for SMEs, addressing their unique financing challenges.The platform aims to simplify access to capital for small businesses, improving their growth potential.
Just Move In raises $8M Series A for its home setup service | TechCrunchJust Move In addresses the fragmented home setup process, offering simplified services for new homeowners.
What Separates Winning Fintech Pitches from the Rest? | HackerNoonA strong narrative and clear execution are crucial in securing funding for fintech startups.Investors are overwhelmed with pitches; attention must be captured quickly.
Fuse raises $6.6M to fix a payment problem for companies expanding to MENA | TechCrunchFuse is simplifying cross-border payments in MENA with API solutions and has secured $6.6 million in funding.
Venture Capital Trust flows up 9.2% as tax year end approaches - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comInvestment in Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) is rising, demonstrating a robust demand despite economic challenges and high tax rates.
The Surprising Way AI is Making Investor Pitches Impossible to Ignore | EntrepreneurPitchBob empowers entrepreneurs to create effective pitch decks using AI, enhancing their chances of securing funding.
5 ChatGPT Prompts To Attract Your Dream InvestorsFounders should build relationships with investors before seeking funding.Investors prefer proof of success over cold pitch emails.Creating a compelling story enhances pitch effectiveness.Share achievements publicly to attract the right investment partners.
Factorial snaps up $120M from General Catalyst to boost its HR sales and marketing | TechCrunchFactorial secures $120 million to enhance its sales and marketing operations and leverage its business growth.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/31/25The recent funding report highlights $1.57B raised across notable startups in various ecosystems.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/24/25The article outlines $367M in startup funding across the US, featuring significant contributions from SkySpecs, Halliday, and Proscia.
Venture Capital Trust flows up 9.2% as tax year end approaches - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comInvestment in Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) is rising, demonstrating a robust demand despite economic challenges and high tax rates.
The Surprising Way AI is Making Investor Pitches Impossible to Ignore | EntrepreneurPitchBob empowers entrepreneurs to create effective pitch decks using AI, enhancing their chances of securing funding.
5 ChatGPT Prompts To Attract Your Dream InvestorsFounders should build relationships with investors before seeking funding.Investors prefer proof of success over cold pitch emails.Creating a compelling story enhances pitch effectiveness.Share achievements publicly to attract the right investment partners.
Factorial snaps up $120M from General Catalyst to boost its HR sales and marketing | TechCrunchFactorial secures $120 million to enhance its sales and marketing operations and leverage its business growth.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/31/25The recent funding report highlights $1.57B raised across notable startups in various ecosystems.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 3/24/25The article outlines $367M in startup funding across the US, featuring significant contributions from SkySpecs, Halliday, and Proscia.
Cardiff-based payments tech company Burbank bags 5.9MBurbank raises £5M to enhance online payment security with tap-and-PIN technology.
This fintech startup's $100 million fund aims to get influencers paid fasterInflators face significant financial instability due to inconsistent cash flow from brand deals.A fintech startup, Alchemy, offers upfront payments to creators to alleviate cash flow issues.
AI chip startup FuriosaAI reportedly turns down $800M acquisition offer from Meta | TechCrunchFuriosaAI declined an $800 million acquisition from Meta to focus on its own AI chip development.
Belgian wealthtech startup Warren bags 3MWarren has raised €3M to tackle financial stress in workplaces through tech-driven financial insights and services.
Arcade raises $12M from Perplexity co-founder's new fund to make AI agents less awful | TechCrunchArcade aims to enhance AI agents by providing robust tools connecting them to private data, addressing common limitations faced by traditional agents.
Opal, a Vancouver startup that automates back-office tasks for ad agencies, raises $1.5MOpal raised $1.5 million in funding to streamline ad agency back-office operations through automation.
Arcade raises $12M from Perplexity co-founder's new fund to make AI agents less awful | TechCrunchArcade aims to enhance AI agents by providing robust tools connecting them to private data, addressing common limitations faced by traditional agents.
Opal, a Vancouver startup that automates back-office tasks for ad agencies, raises $1.5MOpal raised $1.5 million in funding to streamline ad agency back-office operations through automation.
Amsterdam's AI marketing startup Billy Grace secures 3M after registering 700% growth in 2024 - Silicon CanalsBilly Grace secures €3M in investment to enhance AI-driven marketing solutions amidst 700% growth.
Germany's Tado secures 30M from PanasonicTado° secures €30M in funding to enhance its energy management solutions, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency.
This startup is replacing job recruiters with AI agents. Here's the pitch deck it used to raise $5 million.OptimHire aims to revolutionize hiring with its AI recruiting agent, significantly reducing hiring timelines and costs.
Amsterdam's Thorizon bags 20M: CEO Kiki Lauwers on building 'walk-away safe' molten salt reactor, regulatory challenges, and roadmap 2030 - Silicon CanalsThorizon has raised €20M in funding to advance its molten salt reactor technology, achieving a total of €42.5M.The funding will aid in the development and testing of their innovative reactor fuel system.
AvatarOS snags $7M seed round from M13 to build an AI-powered virtual influencer platform | TechCrunchGenerative AI revitalizes interest in digital avatars, leading to startups like AvatarOS which aims for high-quality, personalized virtual identities.
Here's the pitch deck Deepnight used to raise $5.5 million in funding to make military night goggles cheaper with AIDeepnight raised $5.5 million to enhance military night vision with AI, addressing outdated technology limitations.
More than 120 women founders pitch to Richard Branson's 'elevator of dreams' ahead of international women's dayThe 'Elevator of Dreams' event highlights the challenges women entrepreneurs face and aims to empower them through exposure and feedback.
Social Discovery Group Launches SDG Lab - $20M Venture Fund to Invest in Social Discovery Startups | HackerNoonSDG Lab aims to redefine virtual intimacy by investing in innovative social discovery technologies and supporting entrepreneurs with critical resources.
Democrat-backing fintech executive arrested for allegedly defrauding investors out of $145 millionJoseph Neal Sanberg, a multimillionaire founder of a climate-friendly bank, was arrested for allegedly defrauding investors of $145 million.
Sib Solutions Secures 2M to Tackle Logistics LossesSib Solutions raised €2 million to expand globally and enhance its AI-driven logistics services.
Amsterdam's Dubformer raises 3.3M in Seed fundingDubformer raises $3.6M to enhance AI dubbing technologies for improved emotional voice performances.
Cloudsmith raises $23M to improve software supply chain security | TechCrunchCloudsmith aims to improve software supply chain security by providing a robust artifact management platform.
A cofounder shares how he pitched his startup and 'earned' his way to compete with Microsoft and SalesforceTaylor Francis emphasizes profitability in climate action amid political challenges.Watershed has raised $100M in Series C funding, highlighting growth in emissions data tracking.
University spin-out Afynia secures $5M seed to commercialize its microRNA panel test for endometriosis | TechCrunchAfynia Laboratories aims to revolutionize endometriosis diagnosis with a novel blood test utilizing microRNA biomarkers.
These 7 healthcare startups are primed to make acquisitions in 2025Caresyntax is using new funding for acquisitions to enhance surgical safety and profitability.Commure emphasizes acquisitions as a core strategy for growth in the healthcare software sector.
University spin-out Afynia secures $5M seed to commercialize its microRNA panel test for endometriosis | TechCrunchAfynia Laboratories aims to revolutionize endometriosis diagnosis with a novel blood test utilizing microRNA biomarkers.
These 7 healthcare startups are primed to make acquisitions in 2025Caresyntax is using new funding for acquisitions to enhance surgical safety and profitability.Commure emphasizes acquisitions as a core strategy for growth in the healthcare software sector.
Tech firms are cashing in on the bizarre science of organ preservationThe evolution of organ transplantation technology is creating new business opportunities.OrganOx's innovative liver preservation technology enhances transplant success rates by extending organ viability.Xenotransplantation using gene-edited pig organs is emerging as a solution for organ shortages.
Exclusive: Capim, a Brazilian BNPL startup for dental services, lands a $26.7M Series ACapim raises $26.7 million for an innovative BNPL solution for dental services, aiming to enhance patient access and clinic management in Brazil.
Anduril alumni launch new defense tech startup with backing from Andreessen Horowitz and Point72 VenturesRune has raised $6.2 million in seed funding to develop software for military field logistics.
A Team of Female Founders Is Launching Cloud Security Tech That Could Overhaul AI ProtectionEdera is developing innovative technology for secure cloud workload isolation to counteract vulnerabilities in shared cloud systems.
Quantum Machines raises $170M, says it's working with more than half of all quantum computing companies | TechCrunchQuantum computing startups are attracting significant investor interest, highlighted by Quantum Machines' recent $170 million funding round.
Ex-Zillow execs launch AI-powered assistant HouseWhisperHouseWhisper enables real estate agents to manage client interactions easily via phone, enhancing CRM usability without tech complexity.