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London startup

Deepfake protection SaaS startup Loti AI raises $16.2M Series A

Marketing tech

A new startup wants to place ads in AI chatbots. Read the 10-page pitch deck it used to raise $6 million.

Startup companies

SignalFire raises over $1B as LPs embrace data-driven investing | TechCrunch

European startups

Emergence Capital closes on $1B fund to back B2B companies | TechCrunch

NYC startup

These twentysomething Yale graduates just raised $4.5 million in funding for their startup that uses AI agents to test websites for bugs

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Chatbot Arena group goes from academic project at UC Berkeley to $600 million startup

LMArena has raised $100 million in seed funding, demonstrating significant investor confidence in AI evaluation tools.

London startup

Deepfake protection SaaS startup Loti AI raises $16.2M Series A

Loti AI raised $16.2M to protect digital identities from deepfakes and unauthorized likeness content.

Marketing tech

A new startup wants to place ads in AI chatbots. Read the 10-page pitch deck it used to raise $6 million.

Startup companies

SignalFire raises over $1B as LPs embrace data-driven investing | TechCrunch

European startups

Emergence Capital closes on $1B fund to back B2B companies | TechCrunch

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NYC startup

These twentysomething Yale graduates just raised $4.5 million in funding for their startup that uses AI agents to test websites for bugs

2 days ago

Field raises $17M to automate the drudgery of tax prep | TechCrunch

Field, a new accounting software, aims to automate tedious tax processes in an industry facing a workforce crisis.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 5/8/2025

Inductive Bio raised $25M in Series A funding to advance AI drug discovery, highlighting trends in venture funding.

Check out the exclusive pitch deck that landed no-code AI agent startup StackAI a $16 million funding round from Lobby VC

StackAI raised $16 million in Series A funding to enhance its no-code platform for AI agent development.

The startup targets less technologically advanced companies, delivering significant value through AI solutions.

Perplexity is reportedly in talks to raise up to $1B at an $18B valuation | TechCrunch

Perplexity is in talks to raise up to $1 billion, potentially doubling its valuation to $18 billion amid growing competition in AI search.

New York-focused VC Work-Bench has raised a fresh $160M | TechCrunch

Work-Bench has raised a $160 million Fund IV to invest in seed-stage enterprise software companies in NYC.

Silicon Valley

AI video startup Moonvalley lands $53M, according to filing | TechCrunch

Moonvalley secures an additional $10 million, raising total funding to $124 million amid a competitive video generation market.

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/14/25

Notable startup funding activity across various U.S. markets highlighted $825M in new funding for major startups.

Each featured startup has raised substantial equity funding and is backed by various investors.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 5/8/2025

Inductive Bio raised $25M in Series A funding to advance AI drug discovery, highlighting trends in venture funding.

Check out the exclusive pitch deck that landed no-code AI agent startup StackAI a $16 million funding round from Lobby VC

StackAI raised $16 million in Series A funding to enhance its no-code platform for AI agent development.

The startup targets less technologically advanced companies, delivering significant value through AI solutions.

Perplexity is reportedly in talks to raise up to $1B at an $18B valuation | TechCrunch

Perplexity is in talks to raise up to $1 billion, potentially doubling its valuation to $18 billion amid growing competition in AI search.

New York-focused VC Work-Bench has raised a fresh $160M | TechCrunch

Work-Bench has raised a $160 million Fund IV to invest in seed-stage enterprise software companies in NYC.

Silicon Valley

AI video startup Moonvalley lands $53M, according to filing | TechCrunch

Moonvalley secures an additional $10 million, raising total funding to $124 million amid a competitive video generation market.

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/14/25

Notable startup funding activity across various U.S. markets highlighted $825M in new funding for major startups.

Each featured startup has raised substantial equity funding and is backed by various investors.

German legal tech startup JUPUS raises 6.5M

JUPUS has raised €6.5M to enhance its AI software for law firms, addressing staff shortages and improving efficiency.

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Artificial intelligence

Relevance AI raises $24M to help businesses build AI agents | TechCrunch

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Artificial intelligence

Belgian AI startup says it can automate 80% of work at 'expert firms'

Startup companies

Arcade raises $12M from Perplexity co-founder's new fund to make AI agents less awful | TechCrunch

Artificial intelligence

Relevance AI raises $24M to help businesses build AI agents | TechCrunch

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Artificial intelligence

Belgian AI startup says it can automate 80% of work at 'expert firms'

Startup companies

Arcade raises $12M from Perplexity co-founder's new fund to make AI agents less awful | TechCrunch

The investment craze that jolted Bay Area tech is back in vogue

SPAC mergers often lead to risky outcomes and disappointing business performance.

fromCornell Chronicle

Imprint, a startup born from Cornell Tech's Runway program, raises $15 million | Cornell Chronicle

Imprint raises over $15 million to decode immune memory and address chronic diseases, building upon support from Cornell Tech's Runway Postdoc Program.

NYC startup

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 5/12/25

Anysphere leads the week with a groundbreaking $900 million in funding for AI coding automation.

Growth hacking

Factorial snaps up $120M from General Catalyst to boost its HR sales and marketing | TechCrunch

Startup companies

Cursor is reportedly raising funds at $9 billion valuation from Thrive, a16z, and Accel | TechCrunch

Startup companies

Adaptation Ventures is a new angel investor group focused on disability and accessibility tech | TechCrunch

NYC startup

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/30/25 - 4/5/25

NYC startup

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 5/19/25

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 5/12/25

Anysphere leads the week with a groundbreaking $900 million in funding for AI coding automation.

Growth hacking

Factorial snaps up $120M from General Catalyst to boost its HR sales and marketing | TechCrunch

Factorial secures $120 million to enhance its sales and marketing operations and leverage its business growth.

Cursor is reportedly raising funds at $9 billion valuation from Thrive, a16z, and Accel | TechCrunch

AI coding tools are gaining significant traction with investors.

Cursor has achieved a valuation of $9 billion after a $900 million funding round.

Adaptation Ventures is a new angel investor group focused on disability and accessibility tech | TechCrunch

Adaptation Ventures aims to address funding challenges for startups in the disability tech sector.

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/30/25 - 4/5/25

NYC Tech this week highlights significant funding rounds for startups like Ethic, Adaptive Security, and Meadow.

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 5/19/25

Several startups secured significant funding in the latest startup funding report.

Key players in healthcare and technology sectors received millions in funding this week.

Over $852M was raised across notable funding rounds.

NYC startup

Exclusive: SparkCharge raises $30M to help fleets electrify without commitments | TechCrunch

Marketing tech

Plug Secures $6.7 Million in Seed Funding and Launches Plug Trade Desk

European startups

Exclusive: Breathe lands $21M Series B to predict battery performance | TechCrunch

NYC startup

Exclusive: SparkCharge raises $30M to help fleets electrify without commitments | TechCrunch

Marketing tech

Plug Secures $6.7 Million in Seed Funding and Launches Plug Trade Desk

European startups

Exclusive: Breathe lands $21M Series B to predict battery performance | TechCrunch

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Berlin's Emerge Tech raises funds from HTGF and Heimatboost

To solve the skills shortage, we must start with employers. Our AI agents will create game-changing opportunities, finally enabling smaller teams to stand out as employers and reshape HR.

European startups

EIB to provide 70B in startup funding; TechEU platform to launch this year - Silicon Canals

EIB initiatives aim to provide â¬70B in startup funding to enhance European tech and close investment gap with the US.

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/28/25

Total funding of $1.2B was raised in notable startup deals for the week ending 4/26/25.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 5/14/2025

NYC startups are actively securing funding, with FlexPoint raising $12M and Aboard raising $5M.

European startups

Dutch VCs raise 3.2B, PE buyouts hit 5.8B, scaleup funding drops sharply in 2024: NVP Report - Silicon Canals

fromBusiness Matters

European startups

EIS investments fall sharply despite tax breaks, raising concerns over regional imbalance and complexity

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/28/25

Total funding of $1.2B was raised in notable startup deals for the week ending 4/26/25.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 5/14/2025

NYC startups are actively securing funding, with FlexPoint raising $12M and Aboard raising $5M.

European startups

Dutch VCs raise 3.2B, PE buyouts hit 5.8B, scaleup funding drops sharply in 2024: NVP Report - Silicon Canals

fromBusiness Matters

European startups

EIS investments fall sharply despite tax breaks, raising concerns over regional imbalance and complexity

more#investment-trends

Bain bets on Indian domestic work startup Pronto even as rivals face criticism | TechCrunch

Urban India is becoming increasingly used to not having to wait - especially for goods and services delivered instantly. Startups like Pronto capitalize on this habit.

NYC startup

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/13/25 - 4/19/25

NYC 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 April 2025 New York Venture Capital Funding Report

NYC startup funding experienced significant growth in April 2025, reaching $1.4B.

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.

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The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/24/2025

NYC startups raised significant funding recently, with Dataminr leading at $100M for AI technology.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 5/15/2025

Recent funding rounds in NYC startups include Blank Street's $21M and Cartwheel's $10M, showcasing the vibrant investment landscape.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/29/2025

Blooming Health secures $26M in Series A funding to enhance its automated social care services.

GORGIE raises $24.5M in Series A funding, aiming for growth in the wellness beverage sector.

Foursquare receives $3.8M in funding, further establishing its location technology platform.

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/13/25 - 4/19/25

NYC 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 April 2025 New York Venture Capital Funding Report

NYC startup funding experienced significant growth in April 2025, reaching $1.4B.

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.

4 weeks ago

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/24/2025

NYC startups raised significant funding recently, with Dataminr leading at $100M for AI technology.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 5/15/2025

Recent funding rounds in NYC startups include Blank Street's $21M and Cartwheel's $10M, showcasing the vibrant investment landscape.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/29/2025

Blooming Health secures $26M in Series A funding to enhance its automated social care services.

GORGIE raises $24.5M in Series A funding, aiming for growth in the wellness beverage sector.

Foursquare receives $3.8M in funding, further establishing its location technology platform.

#NYCtech Week in Review: 5/4/25 - 5/10/25

Several NYC startups secured significant funding in recent news, indicating a robust ecosystem.

Wonder raised $600M, leading the funding round among several successful startups.

Marketing tech

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FirmPilot Reaches $11.7M in Funding, As Thomson Reuters and HubSpot Ventures Join As Investors

FirmPilot raised $11.7 million in funding to revolutionize legal marketing for law firms using AI technology.

Fuse raises $6.6M to fix a payment problem for companies expanding to MENA | TechCrunch

Fuse is simplifying cross-border payments in MENA with API solutions and has secured $6.6 million in funding.

Startup companies

Ex-Synapse CEO reportedly trying to raise $100M for his new humanoid robotics venture | TechCrunch

European startups

Exclusive: Agree.com raises $7.2M to take on DocuSign, Bill.com with AI

Fuse raises $6.6M to fix a payment problem for companies expanding to MENA | TechCrunch

Fuse is simplifying cross-border payments in MENA with API solutions and has secured $6.6 million in funding.

Startup companies

Ex-Synapse CEO reportedly trying to raise $100M for his new humanoid robotics venture | TechCrunch

European startups

Exclusive: Agree.com raises $7.2M to take on DocuSign, Bill.com with AI

This new Palantir-alumni-founded startup wants to help governments and companies control their data

Valarian raised $7 million to secure a total of $20 million in funding to enhance secure data management solutions.

Game, Sett, Funding: a startup building AI agents for game development emerges from stealth with $27M | TechCrunch

Sett raises $27 million to develop AI agents for mobile game design, addressing major industry challenges.

This edtech startup bills itself as the 'Duolingo for exams.' Check out the pitch deck Alice.Tech used to raise $4.8 million.

Alice.Tech has raised $4.8 million for its AI-driven platform that personalizes educational content for students.

Prezent raises $20M to build AI for slide decks | TechCrunch

Prezent raises $20 million to enhance AI-driven slide deck creation for improved business communication.

Former Green Beret's Healthcare Startup Inspiren Raises $35M to Enhance Senior Living

Inspiren's AI platform transforms senior care by integrating technology for enhanced quality, efficiency, and safety amidst industry challenges.

Marketing tech

Agentic AI startup AMT aims to be 'Google Adwords for influencers,' raises seed round | TechCrunch

AMT's AI chatbot Lyra simplifies influencer marketing, improving engagement and efficiency in booking campaigns.

Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunch

Cynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.

NYC startup

Rentana Secures $5M to Power Multifamily Revenue Intelligence with AI

Prezent raises $20M to build AI for slide decks | TechCrunch

Prezent raises $20 million to enhance AI-driven slide deck creation for improved business communication.

Former Green Beret's Healthcare Startup Inspiren Raises $35M to Enhance Senior Living

Inspiren's AI platform transforms senior care by integrating technology for enhanced quality, efficiency, and safety amidst industry challenges.

Marketing tech

Agentic AI startup AMT aims to be 'Google Adwords for influencers,' raises seed round | TechCrunch

AMT's AI chatbot Lyra simplifies influencer marketing, improving engagement and efficiency in booking campaigns.

Cynomi cinches $37M for its AI-based 'virtual CISO' for SMB cybersecurity | TechCrunch

Cynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.

NYC startup

Rentana Secures $5M to Power Multifamily Revenue Intelligence with AI

Blinq lands $25M to further its mission to make business cards passe | TechCrunch

Digital business cards like Blinq have transformed networking, gaining massive traction with over 2.5 million users since their launch.

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 5/5/25

Startups raised $1.5B in various sectors across the US, focusing on tech innovations and health solutions.

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/27/25 - 5/3/25

NYC startups have secured significant funding in various tech sectors, highlighting a strong innovation ecosystem.

Rogo is pioneering AI in finance with a substantial Series B funding designed to create an AI analyst for Wall Street.

Here's an exclusive look at the pitch deck that got an ex-Amazon exec $10 million to bring AI agents to health systems

Ascertain raised $10 million Series A funding to develop AI solutions aimed at reducing healthcare administrative burdens.

The startup aims to improve clinician efficiency and patient care through automation.

fromFast Company

Startup companies

What to know about Chapter, the Medicare startup cofounded by Vivek Ramaswamy that was just valued at $1.5 billion

Here's an exclusive look at the pitch deck that got an ex-Amazon exec $10 million to bring AI agents to health systems

Ascertain raised $10 million Series A funding to develop AI solutions aimed at reducing healthcare administrative burdens.

The startup aims to improve clinician efficiency and patient care through automation.

fromFast Company

Startup companies

What to know about Chapter, the Medicare startup cofounded by Vivek Ramaswamy that was just valued at $1.5 billion

Rising star defense tech startup Mach Industries is raising $100 million, sources say | TechCrunch

Mach Industries is closing in on a $100 million financing round to fund its defense tech innovations.

Co-founded by 21-year-old Ethan Thornton, Mach aims to revolutionize military vehicles and weaponry with new technologies.

Pickle Secures $12M Series A to Scale its Peer-to-Peer Fashion Rental Marketplace

Pickle 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.

German textile recycling startup eeden raises 18M

eeden has raised â¬18M to enhance textile recycling technology, addressing issues in the fashion industry with sustainable solutions.

Pickle Secures $12M Series A to Scale its Peer-to-Peer Fashion Rental Marketplace

Pickle 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.

German textile recycling startup eeden raises 18M

eeden has raised â¬18M to enhance textile recycling technology, addressing issues in the fashion industry with sustainable solutions.

more#sustainable-fashion

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4 weeks ago

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.

Techstars increases startup funding to $220,000, mirroring YC structure | TechCrunch

Techstars increases investment to $220,000 for startups, closely matching Y Combinator's terms, enhancing competition for startup funding.

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Checkr, Inc. to acquire employment verification platform Truework

Truework has achieved significant growth by prioritizing customer satisfaction and accuracy in mortgage verification.

Chapter, a Medicare startup with links to Vance, Thiel and Ramaswamy, just raised a round at $1.5B valuation | TechCrunch

Chapter prioritizes client needs in Medicare planning, differing from typical broker practices.

Amid calls for sovereign EU tech stack, Evroc raises $55M to build a hyperscale cloud in Europe | TechCrunch

Evroc aims to establish a secure and sustainable hyperscale cloud in Europe amid reliance on foreign tech.

Startup companies

Bauplan Emerges with $7.5M Seed to Simplify AI and Data Infrastructure for Software Engineers

Amid calls for sovereign EU tech stack, Evroc raises $55M to build a hyperscale cloud in Europe | TechCrunch

Evroc aims to establish a secure and sustainable hyperscale cloud in Europe amid reliance on foreign tech.

Startup companies

Bauplan Emerges with $7.5M Seed to Simplify AI and Data Infrastructure for Software Engineers

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#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/23/25 - 3/29/25

NYC Tech News highlights significant startup funding and events for the week ending 3/29, showcasing growth in various tech sectors.

NYC startup

#NYCtech Week in Review 4/6/25 - 4/12/25

NYC Tech news highlights significant startup fundings, including Runway's $308M raise for generative AI video.

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/23/25 - 3/29/25

NYC 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 - 4/12/25

NYC Tech news highlights significant startup fundings, including Runway's $308M raise for generative AI video.

more#nyc-tech

TCF Capital acquires majority stake in Prague-based healthtech startup Macromo: Know more - Silicon Canals

"The vision of the three founders of Macromo... strongly resonates with TomÃ¡Å¡ Äupr's idea of a new business ecosystem in the field of longevity, focused on holistic, long-term health care."

Marketing tech

AI video startup Moonvalley raised a fresh $43M, SEC filing shows | TechCrunch

Moonvalley, an AI video creation startup, has raised $43 million in new funding to enhance its innovative Marey AI video-generating model amidst increasing market competition.

Silicon Valley

Cardiff-based payments tech company Burbank bags 5.9M

Burbank's innovative payments technology offers seamless integration for merchants, enabling secure online transactions classified as Card-Present, thus reducing fraud risks and processing costs.

European startups

fromFast Company

This fintech startup's $100 million fund aims to get influencers paid faster

Growing as a creator takes time, money, and the right opportunities landing in your inbox. But unpredictable income is one of the biggest obstacles to scaling.

Marketing tech

AI chip startup FuriosaAI reportedly turns down $800M acquisition offer from Meta | TechCrunch

FuriosaAI declined an $800 million acquisition from Meta to focus on its own AI chip development.