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London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Notting Hill carnival very close' to not happening, says chair in funding appeal

Notting Hill Carnival narrowly avoided cancellation after emergency funding; organisers seek five-year guaranteed funding recognizing its £400m economic value despite £11m policing costs.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Databricks CEO says fresh $1B will help him attack a new AI database market | TechCrunch

Databricks is closing a $1 billion funding round at a $100 billion valuation, focused on developing AI technology.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Aalo Atomics raises $100M to build a microreactor and data center together | TechCrunch

Aalo Atomics raised $100 million and targets its first reactor by summer 2026 at Idaho National Laboratory.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

CPG startup Keychain snags $30M to build in India, grow in the U.S. | TechCrunch

Keychain has raised $30 million to expand its Indian development team, which aims to enhance growth in North America.
#cybersecurity
fromFortune
3 days ago
Business

Horizon3.ai taps veteran CFO as cybersecurity startup bridging military intelligence and Silicon Valley scales up

fromFortune
3 days ago
Business

Horizon3.ai taps veteran CFO as cybersecurity startup bridging military intelligence and Silicon Valley scales up

#startups
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Tech industry

AI crawler Firecrawl raises $14.5M, is still looking to hire agents as employees | TechCrunch

Firecrawl secured Series A funding led by Nexus Venture Partners, with notable participation from Shopify's CEO.
fromAlleywatch
1 month ago
NYC startup

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 7/17/2025

Herd Labs has secured $3M in funding, focusing on on-chain smart contracts.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Tech industry

AI crawler Firecrawl raises $14.5M, is still looking to hire agents as employees | TechCrunch

#ai
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Samsung backs a video AI startup that can analyze thousands of hours of footage | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Samsung backs a video AI startup that can analyze thousands of hours of footage | TechCrunch

Public health
fromNature
4 days ago

African countries must rethink health-care financing

A 70% reduction in international funding threatens the sustainability of Africa's health-care systems.
#venture-capital
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
4 weeks ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 7/23/2025

Yieldstreet raised $77M in venture funding to enhance alternative investments for retail investors.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 month ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 7/21/2025

NYC startups Oh Norman! and Hootology raised funding, totaling $2.08M and $1.1M respectively.
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

Here's the exclusive pitch deck Ambience Healthcare used to raise $243 million as the AI scribing gold rush hits new highs

Ambience Healthcare raised $243 million for AI scribing amid intense competition from peers and threats from major players like Epic.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Nvidia-backed Lambda eyes funding at over $4 billion valuation

Lambda Inc., a cloud infrastructure firm, is negotiating a funding round that could value it at $4 billion to $5 billion ahead of a potential IPO.
Silicon Valley
fromsiliconvalleyjournals.com
1 week ago

XOPS Raises $40M to Launch Autonomous IT Platform Transforming Enterprise Operations

XOPS has introduced its Active System of Intelligence platform, which automates complex IT workflows using a living knowledge graph and robotic process management, enhancing efficiency.
Tech industry
fromsiliconvalleyjournals.com
1 week ago

Citizen Health Raises $30 Million in Series A to Launch AI Advocate for Every Patient

With rare diseases affecting over 400 million people worldwide and 95% lacking approved treatment, the urgency of Citizen's mission cannot be overstated.
fromMedium
2 weeks ago

Google Offers Free AI Tools and $1 Billion in Education Support for College Students

Google's latest initiative provides college students in targeted countries with free access to AI tools and resources, enhancing their educational experience and support.
Education
#electric-vehicles
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

$5.3 billion Abridge wants to make acquisitions. Here's what the healthcare AI startup is looking for.

Abridge is allocating 80% of its raised capital to enhance its technology and 20% for acquisitions to compete in the healthcare market.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

NetBox Labs raised $35 million amid an AI-driven infrastructure boom. See the pitch deck it used to land its Series B funding.

NetBox Labs raised $35 million in Series B funding led by NGP Capital, fueled by AI-driven demand for its services.
#artificial-intelligence
#cdc
fromNatural Health News
1 week ago
Alternative medicine

Where Does the CDC's Dishonesty Come From?

Bad policies and outcomes may result from coordinated actions of institutions and government agencies seeking funding rather than spontaneous occurrences.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
Public health

CDC to disburse delayed funds for fighting fentanyl and more, staffers say

CDC will fully fund the Overdose Data to Action program before the budget deadline.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Staff at UK's top AI institute complain to watchdog about its internal culture

Current staff at the Alan Turing Institute have raised concerns regarding governance and internal culture, highlighting eight key issues that pose a risk of potential collapse due to funding threats.
Artificial intelligence
fromPython Software Foundation Blog
1 week ago

The PSF has paused our Grants Program

Effective August 1st, 2025, the PSF is pausing the Grants Program after reaching its budget cap earlier than expected, affecting many in the community.
Fundraising
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Weekend Roundup: VTA joins Transit Funding Measure, RSR Bridge Bicyclists Shafted by Caltrans and Co. - Streetsblog San Francisco

Valley Transportation Authority joins SB 63 for regional transit funding in five counties.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Chabria: California has spent $5 million suing Trump. It's worth every penny.

For each dollar the state has spent in litigation with Trump, it has recouped $33,600 in funds that the federal government has tried to take away from the Golden State.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

London councils to lose millions in funding despite high poverty levels

Deprived inner-city London councils face funding losses despite promises of redistribution.
fromTelecompetitor
2 weeks ago

States See Mixed Bag on BEAD Benefit of the Bargain Applications

The Arizona Commerce Authority reported receiving 206 applications from 28 network operators for the rural broadband deployment program, featuring all technology types.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Broadway producers fight to revive tax credit program that was a smash hit for business, but a flop for bean-counters | amNewYork

Broadway League is advocating for increased funding for the New York City Musical and Theatrical Production Tax Credit.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Decart raises $100 million at a $3.1 billion valuation, chasing the future of real-time creative AI

Leitersdorf aims for Decart to transform user interaction with technology through fun AI experiences, building a billion-user app to rival tech giants.
Artificial intelligence
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Historic London churches saved from ruin with 1.3m repairs grant

"St Mary's in Camden has been awarded just under £640,000 to carry out urgent repairs to the building. This funding will address the most immediate work needed on the West Front."
London
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Clay confirms it closed $100M round at $3.1B valuation | TechCrunch

Clay has raised a $100 million Series C at a $3.1 billion valuation, led by CapitalG, confirming earlier reports. This follows a $1.25 billion Series B round.
Startup companies
Information security
fromSilicon Valley Journals
3 weeks ago

SAFE Raises $70 Million Series C to Build CyberAGI; Unveils World's First Fully Autonomous CTEM Solution

SAFE raised $70 million in Series C funding to enhance its Cyber Risk management offerings, introducing the first fully autonomous Continuous Threat Exposure Management solution.
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

DHS denies tying FEMA funds to Israel stance

"FEMA grants remain governed by existing law and policy and not political litmus tests. DHS will enforce all anti-discrimination laws and policies, including as it relates to the BDS movement, which is expressly grounded in antisemitism."
US politics
fromExchangewire
2 weeks ago

Digest: Apple Builds 'Answers' Team; OpenAI Raises $8.3bn in Latest Fundraising Round; Shein Fined for Greenwashing - ExchangeWire.com

Apple creates 'Answers' team for enhanced AI search capabilities, OpenAI raises $8.3bn, and Shein fined €1m for greenwashing in Italy.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

AI-powered fintech Alaan raises $48M, one of the largest Series A rounds in MENA | TechCrunch

Alaan is the leading spend management platform in the Middle East, raising $48 million in Series A funding.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Uzbekistan's first unicorn, Uzum, leaps to a $1.5B valuation | TechCrunch

Uzum has raised $65.5 million, leading to a valuation increase to $1.5 billion, reflecting its rapid growth and interest from global investors.
E-Commerce
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
2 weeks ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 8/4/2025

Polymarket has raised $135.4M in funding, bringing its total reported equity funding to $209.4M.
Tech industry
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

Comp AI Secures $2.6M Pre-seed To Disrupt SOC 2 Market | HackerNoon

Comp AI secured $2.6 million in pre-seed funding to enhance compliance automation for frameworks like SOC 2 and HIPAA.
#animal-welfare
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Trouble-packed NYC animal shelters land another $1M in taxpayer funds - GOP's Sliwa slams as 'drop in the bucket'

fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Trouble-packed NYC animal shelters land another $1M in taxpayer funds - GOP's Sliwa slams as 'drop in the bucket'

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Science could enable a fascist future. Especially if we don't learn from the past

Science faces a crisis with diminished funding, fading influence on decision-making, and significant risks to livelihoods and interventions.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Here's how the Federal Reserve funds itself, including renovations, without taxpayer dollars

The Federal Reserve is self-funded through interest income from government securities, unlike federal departments that rely on taxpayer funds.
fromwww.twincities.com
4 weeks ago

Education Department says it will release billions in remaining withheld grant money for schools

Trump administration to release billions in grants for adult literacy and school programs after months of funding freeze.
fromAlleywatch
4 weeks ago

Queen One Raises $5.5M to Make Every Product Story Come Alive Online

Queen One revolutionizes ecommerce by telling product stories and enhancing customer communication through innovative brand technology.
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy says 3 Patriot systems secured DW 07/25/2025

Zelenskyy seeks funding for 10 Patriot air defense systems from European states, having secured funds for three.
fromAxios
4 weeks ago

Democrats' 2028 presidential race is going fast and furious

Democrats are stashing millions of dollars, quietly hiring presidential-level campaign staff, fine-tuning potential stump speeches, sitting for glossy profiles, trying to grow their social media followings, and visiting early primary states.
US politics
Higher education
fromNature
4 weeks ago

I won three competitive grants in a row. Here's how I learnt what to do

Securing early-career fellowships requires long-term preparation, resilience, and strategic proposal development.
#openai
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago
Venture

OpenAI Is Quietly Trying to Get More Money as It Burns Through Cash at a Staggering Pace

fromWIRED
1 month ago
Fundraising

OpenAI Seeks Additional Capital From Investors as Part of Its $40 Billion Round

fromFuturism
4 weeks ago
Venture

OpenAI Is Quietly Trying to Get More Money as It Burns Through Cash at a Staggering Pace

fromWIRED
1 month ago
Fundraising

OpenAI Seeks Additional Capital From Investors as Part of Its $40 Billion Round

Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

SoftBank-backed LegalOn lands $50M to streamline legal workflow with AI | TechCrunch

LegalOn Technologies secured $50 million in Series E funding to improve its AI contract review software.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

Microsoft-owned GitHub says open source needs to be funded

GitHub urges the EU to establish a publicly funded 'Sovereign Tech Fund' to support the underfunded open source software ecosystem.
#substack
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Startup companies

Substack raises $100M from Chernin Group, Andreessen Horowitz, Skims CEO and more | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Startup companies

Substack raises $100M from Chernin Group, Andreessen Horowitz, Skims CEO and more | TechCrunch

E-Commerce
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

River Island at risk of collapse as it plans to shut 33 stores amid rescue efforts

River Island needs to secure funding and implement a restructuring plan to avoid insolvency.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

See the 8-slide pitch deck AI video calling platform Lyra used to raise a $6 million seed round from Y Combinator and 468 Capital

Lyra raised $6 million to enhance its AI-native video meeting platform and streamline repetitive go-to-market strategies.
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Six months of 'shock and awe' on immigration enforcement

President Trump has significantly escalated immigration enforcement and deportation policies during his second term.
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

Scale-up inforcer raises $35 million for growth in SME market

Inforcer offers a multi-tenant management platform for managed service providers (MSPs) that roll out Microsoft services to small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) customers.
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Diode Computers is designing circuit boards with AI. It just raised $11.4 million, led by Andreessen Horowitz.

Diode uses AI to automate PCB design, reducing production time and cost significantly.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Gupshup raises $60M in equity and debt, leaves unicorn status hanging | TechCrunch

Gupshup raised over $60 million to expand its market presence amidst varying valuations and shifts in communication technology.
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Leaked Slack Messages Show CEO of "Ethical AI" Startup Anthropic Saying It's Okay to Benefit Dictators

CEO Dario Amodei acknowledged in a Slack message that taking funding from Middle East leaders would line the pockets of 'dictators.' 'This is a real downside and I'm not thrilled about it,' Amodei wrote.
Tech industry
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

NTIA: Off to the BEAD Benefit of the Bargain Round

The BEAD Program's next phase enables all 56 states and territories to select subgrantees for broadband expansion.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Here's an exclusive look at the pitch deck a law firm CEO used to raise $3.5 million to rewire how people find lawyers

OpenLaw aims to simplify the lawyer hiring process using AI to connect clients with vetted attorneys.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Ontario announces $10M in funds to improve emergency response | CBC News

"The government is protecting Ontario from all threats, from wildland fires to flooding, ice storms or whatever else may come our way," said Jill Dunlop at a news conference.
Canada news
fromTNW | Ecosystems
1 month ago

Germany snaps up 90% of Europe's record defence tech funding

Europe's defence tech startups secured $971mn in funding in the first half of this year, surpassing the whole of 2024, which saw $605mn raised.
Miscellaneous
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 month ago

US District Court Orders USAGM to Pay RFE/RL for Rest of Fiscal Year

US court mandates USAGM to release RFE/RL's congressionally appropriated funds for fiscal year 2025, citing violations of law and funding responsibilities.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

Via prepares to go public with confidential SEC filing - Sustainable Bus

On July 16, Via Transportation announced it has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), initiating the process for a proposed IPO.
Venture
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Senate votes to kill entire public broadcasting budget in blow to NPR and PBS

Sen. Maria Cantwell emphasized the critical role of public broadcasting in maintaining emergency alert systems, noting that their resilience enables crucial alerts during disasters.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Trump admin forced to restore $6.2 million to LGBTQ+ and HIV groups

The federal government restored $6.2 million in funding to LGBTQ+ and HIV organizations after a court ruling in their favor.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

NetBox Labs raises $35m to modernise infrastructure operations | Computer Weekly

NetBox claims that in just a short time, its core platform has become "the standard for how modern technology infrastructure is built, managed and automated" to accelerate innovation, streamline operations, unlock AI use cases, and guarantee adherence to critical performance and security standards.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Boulevard raises $80M to power self-care boom driven by Botox and GLP-1 surge | TechCrunch

Boulevard raised $80 million in Series D funding, increasing its valuation to nearly $800 million, driven by significant revenue growth.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Sheriff wants more dollars from Miami-Dade, says safety is at risk in mayor's budget

Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz warned county commissioners that Mayor Daniella Levine Cava's proposed budget doesn't provide enough funding for public safety, requesting a $93 million increase.
Miami
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Ex-Waymo engineers launch Bedrock Robotics with $80M to automate construction | TechCrunch

Bedrock Robotics aims to revolutionize construction and worksite vehicles by retrofitting them with self-driving kits. Their technology enhances existing fleets with intelligent systems capable of adapting to dynamic job conditions.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Transit software startup Via confidentially files for an IPO | TechCrunch

Via has filed confidentially for an initial public offering after years of consideration and previous attempts.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Erith Town Centre to receive 50,000 funding as part of regeneration plans

Erith Town Centre has been selected as one of twelve London high streets to receive 50,000 funding as part of the High Street Place Labs initiative.
Renovation
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Brooklyn Org launches microgrants to boost small nonprofits * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Org Microgrants support small nonprofits in Brooklyn with funding to enhance community service and racial justice efforts.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Silicon Valley bike superhighway gets state funding - San Jose Spotlight

A $14 million grant from California funds a bicycle superhighway linking Santa Clara and East San Jose.
fromTNW | Sustainability
1 month ago

Investors bet $10M that Laka's 'collective insurance' can fix bike coverage

Laka raised $10.4 million in Series B funding to support its collective insurance model for bikes and e-scooters.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune Crypto
1 month ago

Ex-Coinbase exec raises $12.5 million for Dakota, a stablecoin-powered neobank

Dakota is a neobank leveraging stablecoins to integrate crypto and traditional finance, recently raising $12.5 million in a Series A funding.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

My Expert Midwife raises 1.6m to fuel next stage of growth and retail expansion

My Expert Midwife secures £1.6 million funding to accelerate growth and product innovation.
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