Project Europe, a new early stage fund, will back under-25s with $200K to build the next tech titan | TechCrunchEurope needs to foster its own tech giants and Project Europe is a step towards nurturing young tech founders with substantial funding.
OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever's Safe Superintelligence reportedly valued at $32B | TechCrunchSSI has raised $2 billion, reaching a valuation of $32 billion, focused on developing safe superintelligence.
Pruna compresses AI models to make them more efficient. Check out the pitch deck the startup used to raise $6.5 million.Pruna AI's optimization tool aims to make AI models smaller, cheaper, and more energy-efficient, securing $6.5 million funding for its development.
Cloud API startup Kong valued at around $2 billion in a new funding round led by Tiger GlobalKong, a cloud-based API provider, is valued at $2 billion following new funding from Tiger Global Management.
Mews leads top 10 funding rounds in rough quarter for Dutch techMews raised the largest funding round in Dutch tech in Q1 2025 despite a challenging market.
Paris-based video AI startup Mago raises 1.5M - Silicon CanalsMago secures €1.5M in funding to enhance AI video transformation tools for creators, aiming for market launch in early 2025.
Project Europe, a new early stage fund, will back under-25s with $200K to build the next tech titan | TechCrunchEurope needs to foster its own tech giants and Project Europe is a step towards nurturing young tech founders with substantial funding.
OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever's Safe Superintelligence reportedly valued at $32B | TechCrunchSSI has raised $2 billion, reaching a valuation of $32 billion, focused on developing safe superintelligence.
Pruna compresses AI models to make them more efficient. Check out the pitch deck the startup used to raise $6.5 million.Pruna AI's optimization tool aims to make AI models smaller, cheaper, and more energy-efficient, securing $6.5 million funding for its development.
Cloud API startup Kong valued at around $2 billion in a new funding round led by Tiger GlobalKong, a cloud-based API provider, is valued at $2 billion following new funding from Tiger Global Management.
Mews leads top 10 funding rounds in rough quarter for Dutch techMews raised the largest funding round in Dutch tech in Q1 2025 despite a challenging market.
Paris-based video AI startup Mago raises 1.5M - Silicon CanalsMago secures €1.5M in funding to enhance AI video transformation tools for creators, aiming for market launch in early 2025.
Tech has a new power base in DCSilicon Valley tech elites are increasingly influencing DC, creating opportunities for local startups and investments.
Trump's tariffs could have major ripple effects on startups and venture capitalTrump's tariffs threaten to negatively impact tech startups and venture capital funding.
Exclusive: OpenAI co-founder Sutskever's new safety-focused AI startup SSI raises $1 billionSSI has raised $1 billion to develop safe superintelligence AI, focusing on talent acquisition and computing power.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/3/2025NYC startups secured significant venture capital funding in April 2025, with Ethic leading with a $64M Series D round.
Ark's Cathie Wood changed Wall Street. Now, she's set her sights on venture capital.Ark Venture Fund allows everyday investors to access high-growth startups, aiming to democratize venture capital opportunities.
The AlleyWatch August 2024 New York Venture Capital Funding ReportVenture capital in New York for tech startups continues to evolve with significant trends revealed in August 2024 funding data.
Tech has a new power base in DCSilicon Valley tech elites are increasingly influencing DC, creating opportunities for local startups and investments.
Trump's tariffs could have major ripple effects on startups and venture capitalTrump's tariffs threaten to negatively impact tech startups and venture capital funding.
Exclusive: OpenAI co-founder Sutskever's new safety-focused AI startup SSI raises $1 billionSSI has raised $1 billion to develop safe superintelligence AI, focusing on talent acquisition and computing power.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/3/2025NYC startups secured significant venture capital funding in April 2025, with Ethic leading with a $64M Series D round.
Ark's Cathie Wood changed Wall Street. Now, she's set her sights on venture capital.Ark Venture Fund allows everyday investors to access high-growth startups, aiming to democratize venture capital opportunities.
The AlleyWatch August 2024 New York Venture Capital Funding ReportVenture capital in New York for tech startups continues to evolve with significant trends revealed in August 2024 funding data.
How The Internet Will Pay You | HackerNoonThe Slakenet platform aims to provide free internet access by allowing users to earn data through completing tasks.
A quarter of startups in YC's current cohort have codebases that are almost entirely AI-generated | TechCrunchAI is significantly changing the coding landscape, with 25% of Y Combinator's startups having 95% of their code generated by AI.
Michael Seibel is leaving Y Combinator | TechCrunchMichael Seibel is transitioning to a 'partner emeritus' role at Y Combinator after over 12 years.
YC-backed EzDubs is chasing consumer market for translation | TechCrunchEzDubs is addressing communication barriers in translation by supporting voice and video in over 30 languages.The translation service market is valued at about $40 billion, indicating strong growth potential for startups like EzDubs.
A quarter of startups in YC's current cohort have codebases that are almost entirely AI-generated | TechCrunchAI is significantly changing the coding landscape, with 25% of Y Combinator's startups having 95% of their code generated by AI.
Michael Seibel is leaving Y Combinator | TechCrunchMichael Seibel is transitioning to a 'partner emeritus' role at Y Combinator after over 12 years.
YC-backed EzDubs is chasing consumer market for translation | TechCrunchEzDubs is addressing communication barriers in translation by supporting voice and video in over 30 languages.The translation service market is valued at about $40 billion, indicating strong growth potential for startups like EzDubs.
The contest to build the dominant AI-powered search engine is now being waged on college campusesTech startups are targeting college students with marketing strategies to rival Google's search dominance.
Too Many Founders Are Making This Critical Mistake - And It's Costing Them | EntrepreneurPrioritize monetization early to ensure a sustainable business model.
The contest to build the dominant AI-powered search engine is now being waged on college campusesTech startups are targeting college students with marketing strategies to rival Google's search dominance.
Too Many Founders Are Making This Critical Mistake - And It's Costing Them | EntrepreneurPrioritize monetization early to ensure a sustainable business model.
China is reportedly keeping DeepSeek under close watch | TechCrunchChina is imposing stricter regulations on AI startup DeepSeek amid concerns over trade secrets.
Food delivery startup Wonder acquires media company Tastemade for $90M | TechCrunchWonder is acquiring Tastemade for around $90 million to enhance its media capabilities and marketing reach.The acquisition is part of Wonder's strategy to develop a comprehensive mealtime app with integrated AI features.
WatchCheck Offers Repairs and Maintenance by Mail OrderWatchCheck aims to revolutionize the luxury watch repair experience by providing a streamlined, upscale platform for easy maintenance and repairs.
Food delivery startup Wonder acquires media company Tastemade for $90M | TechCrunchWonder is acquiring Tastemade for around $90 million to enhance its media capabilities and marketing reach.The acquisition is part of Wonder's strategy to develop a comprehensive mealtime app with integrated AI features.
WatchCheck Offers Repairs and Maintenance by Mail OrderWatchCheck aims to revolutionize the luxury watch repair experience by providing a streamlined, upscale platform for easy maintenance and repairs.
Founder-Led Growth: Building Category Leadership And Lasting TrustTrust is vital for B2B tech startups to establish credibility and demand, and founder-led growth can effectively foster that trust.
What is Mistral AI? Everything to know about the OpenAI competitor | TechCrunchMistral AI is one of France's top tech startups competing with OpenAI, yet faces challenges in market share.
Arize AI hopes it has first-mover advantage in AI observability | TechCrunchArize AI provides observability tools for monitoring and evaluating AI models, improving accuracy and reliability in complex applications.
New Startup Allows Users to Hire a Rent-a-Goon to Follow Them Around With a GunProtector app allows users to hire armed security on demand, reminiscent of a cyberpunk dystopia.
Five Eyes tell tech startups to take infosec seriouslyFive Eyes nations are enhancing security guidance for tech startups to address threats like Chinese IP theft by outlining key principles and resources.
British university spinoff Mindgard protects companies from AI threats | TechCrunchCompanies face a dilemma with AI adoption: potential productivity gains versus exposure to significant risks.New security startups like Mindgard focus on addressing AI-specific cybersecurity threats.
Prequel is building a community-driven approach to finding software bugs | TechCrunchCybersecurity approach is community-driven, promoting shared knowledge to identify and solve vulnerabilities.Prequel aims to create a collaborative database of software failure patterns to enhance reliability.
New Startup Allows Users to Hire a Rent-a-Goon to Follow Them Around With a GunProtector app allows users to hire armed security on demand, reminiscent of a cyberpunk dystopia.
Five Eyes tell tech startups to take infosec seriouslyFive Eyes nations are enhancing security guidance for tech startups to address threats like Chinese IP theft by outlining key principles and resources.
British university spinoff Mindgard protects companies from AI threats | TechCrunchCompanies face a dilemma with AI adoption: potential productivity gains versus exposure to significant risks.New security startups like Mindgard focus on addressing AI-specific cybersecurity threats.
Prequel is building a community-driven approach to finding software bugs | TechCrunchCybersecurity approach is community-driven, promoting shared knowledge to identify and solve vulnerabilities.Prequel aims to create a collaborative database of software failure patterns to enhance reliability.
Getaround abruptly shuts down US car-sharing operations | TechCrunchGetaround is ceasing U.S. operations to focus on its European market after restructuring and challenges following a public listing.
Rotem Farkash: The UK can become 'AI's dark horse'The UK has unique advantages in the AI sector but requires strategic vision to fully realize its potential.
Disjointed industrial strategy a barrier to UK scaleup success | Computer WeeklyThe UK may become an "incubator economy" without increased support for tech startups and scaleups.
Rotem Farkash: The UK can become 'AI's dark horse'The UK has unique advantages in the AI sector but requires strategic vision to fully realize its potential.
Disjointed industrial strategy a barrier to UK scaleup success | Computer WeeklyThe UK may become an "incubator economy" without increased support for tech startups and scaleups.
Archive raises $30M to solve fashion's pollution problem with online resales | TechCrunchArchive provides software for fashion brands to create tailored resale platforms, addressing sustainability in the polluting fashion industry.
Exclusive: Benchmark, Index, others are in a wild unsolicited bidding was over Anysphere, maker of CursorCursor's rapid revenue growth highlights its popularity in AI-powered coding assistance.Anysphere's valuation milestones indicate significant investor confidence and interest in AI assistance technology.
TravelPerk raises $200M, buys leading expenses platform YokoyTravelPerk valued at $2.7bn, specializing in integrated travel and expense management solutions.Investment supports US expansion and product development.
E.U. Partners With Venture Capital Firms to Boost Tech InvestmentE.U. launches Trusted Investors Network to co-invest in innovative tech, aiming to foster high-potential companies struggling for funding in Europe.
Scott Dylan's NexaTech Ventures: 100m Fuel for the Next Tech Revolution?NexaTech Ventures, led by Scott Dylan, launches a £100M fund to support AI and tech startups, addressing capital access challenges.
Fal.ai, which hosts media-generating AI models, raises $23M from a16z and others | TechCrunchFal.ai raised $23 million for its platform providing AI-generated audio, video, and images, indicating strong investor confidence in generative media technology.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 1/27/25Clay provides creative tools for customer research, raising a total of $102M.LeapXpert improves enterprise communication, securing $42.5M in funding.Method Financial focuses on financial APIs, with $60.5M raised.Render offers a unified cloud infrastructure for developers, raising $156.8M.
Exclusive: Benchmark, Index, others are in a wild unsolicited bidding was over Anysphere, maker of CursorCursor's rapid revenue growth highlights its popularity in AI-powered coding assistance.Anysphere's valuation milestones indicate significant investor confidence and interest in AI assistance technology.
TravelPerk raises $200M, buys leading expenses platform YokoyTravelPerk valued at $2.7bn, specializing in integrated travel and expense management solutions.Investment supports US expansion and product development.
E.U. Partners With Venture Capital Firms to Boost Tech InvestmentE.U. launches Trusted Investors Network to co-invest in innovative tech, aiming to foster high-potential companies struggling for funding in Europe.
Scott Dylan's NexaTech Ventures: 100m Fuel for the Next Tech Revolution?NexaTech Ventures, led by Scott Dylan, launches a £100M fund to support AI and tech startups, addressing capital access challenges.
Fal.ai, which hosts media-generating AI models, raises $23M from a16z and others | TechCrunchFal.ai raised $23 million for its platform providing AI-generated audio, video, and images, indicating strong investor confidence in generative media technology.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 1/27/25Clay provides creative tools for customer research, raising a total of $102M.LeapXpert improves enterprise communication, securing $42.5M in funding.Method Financial focuses on financial APIs, with $60.5M raised.Render offers a unified cloud infrastructure for developers, raising $156.8M.
DeepSeek proves AI innovation isn't 'dictated' by Silicon ValleyDeepSeek's emergence highlights the potential for AI innovation outside Silicon Valley's dominance, paving the way for challengers and practical solutions.
Decoding Entrepreneurial DNA: Sparsh Mehta on Ambition, Angel Investing, and Mentorship | HackerNoonInvestors play a crucial role in helping young startups succeed in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.
DeepSeek proves AI innovation isn't 'dictated' by Silicon ValleyDeepSeek's emergence highlights the potential for AI innovation outside Silicon Valley's dominance, paving the way for challengers and practical solutions.
Decoding Entrepreneurial DNA: Sparsh Mehta on Ambition, Angel Investing, and Mentorship | HackerNoonInvestors play a crucial role in helping young startups succeed in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.
Smartwatch pioneer and Kickstarter darling Pebble is returning in a new form | TechCrunchPebble is reviving its brand eight years after its sale to Fitbit, with founder Eric Migicovsky leading the new initiative.
Taking on Google search: Perplexity and KagiGoogle's market dominance has led it to prioritize ads over genuine search results.Emerging search engines like Perplexity and Kagi are employing innovative engineering practices to disrupt the market.
Smartwatch pioneer and Kickstarter darling Pebble is returning in a new form | TechCrunchPebble is reviving its brand eight years after its sale to Fitbit, with founder Eric Migicovsky leading the new initiative.
Taking on Google search: Perplexity and KagiGoogle's market dominance has led it to prioritize ads over genuine search results.Emerging search engines like Perplexity and Kagi are employing innovative engineering practices to disrupt the market.
Applications for Free Booth Space on Startup Row at PyCon US 2025 Are Now OpenStartup Row applications are now open for early-stage tech companies at PyCon US, closing on March 14th.
Rotterdam's Engyon raises 1M for audit automation softwareEngyon is revolutionizing audit practices with its automation platform for sustainability reports, improving efficiency and addressing compliance challenges.
Council Post: Four Key Elements To Build Trust In AI For Your PR StrategyAI technology significantly enhances efficiency and customer experience for startups, enabling them to compete with larger companies.
eLearning And Tech Startups: A Synergy For Accelerating Innovation And GrowtheLearning is crucial for tech startups to stay competitive and innovative by providing continuous learning opportunities.
Industry leaders break down what's next in open source as a business model | TechCrunchOpen source is the prevalent business model for tech startups but poses challenges in balancing ideals with business sustainability.
How to tap into Dubai's growing startup ecosystem: tips for European foundersDubai is becoming a hub for international tech startups, attracting European entrepreneurs.Favorable government policies in Dubai support rapid business establishment and growth for tech firms.
You can't systematize creativityCreativity is a universal trait that can flourish in supportive environments, particularly essential in industries like tech startups that rely on disruptive innovation.
Encircled by geopolitical risks, Armenia builds a lively tech startup sceneArmenia is leveraging its growing tech ecosystem to bolster its economy despite significant geopolitical tensions.
Council Post: Four Key Elements To Build Trust In AI For Your PR StrategyAI technology significantly enhances efficiency and customer experience for startups, enabling them to compete with larger companies.
eLearning And Tech Startups: A Synergy For Accelerating Innovation And GrowtheLearning is crucial for tech startups to stay competitive and innovative by providing continuous learning opportunities.
Industry leaders break down what's next in open source as a business model | TechCrunchOpen source is the prevalent business model for tech startups but poses challenges in balancing ideals with business sustainability.
How to tap into Dubai's growing startup ecosystem: tips for European foundersDubai is becoming a hub for international tech startups, attracting European entrepreneurs.Favorable government policies in Dubai support rapid business establishment and growth for tech firms.
You can't systematize creativityCreativity is a universal trait that can flourish in supportive environments, particularly essential in industries like tech startups that rely on disruptive innovation.
Encircled by geopolitical risks, Armenia builds a lively tech startup sceneArmenia is leveraging its growing tech ecosystem to bolster its economy despite significant geopolitical tensions.
Horrendous New Startup Uses AI Agents to Flood Reddit With Posts Shilling Clients' ProductsAstral aims to exploit Reddit with relentless AI marketing campaigns, undermining the platform's anti-spam efforts.AI-driven marketing threats to transform social media interactions into spam-infested spaces.
Gumloop, founded in a bedroom in Vancouver, lets users automate tasks with drag-and-drop modules | TechCrunchAI has potential for automating business tasks but current tools are often unreliable and costly.
New Defense Companies That Will Boom Under Trump's PresidencyTrump's second term may significantly shift U.S. defense policy towards favoring emerging tech startups in defense contracting.
Meet the power players at Elon Musk's xAI, the startup taking on OpenAI with its Grok chatbotElon Musk's xAI has rapidly grown to a $50 billion valuation and attracted top talent in AI development.
AI startups are snatching up San Francisco real estate as Gen Z craves office lifeGrowing demand for in-person office culture among young tech professionals signals a shift from remote work fatigue.
Meet the power players at Elon Musk's xAI, the startup taking on OpenAI with its Grok chatbotElon Musk's xAI has rapidly grown to a $50 billion valuation and attracted top talent in AI development.
AI startups are snatching up San Francisco real estate as Gen Z craves office lifeGrowing demand for in-person office culture among young tech professionals signals a shift from remote work fatigue.
CES 2025 is coming: TechCrunch wants to meet your hardware startup | TechCrunchCES 2023 is an upcoming major event for showcasing consumer electronics, highlighting opportunities for startups.
Fediverse creator payment platform sub.club is shutting downSub.club is shutting down due to lack of funding and insufficient market traction despite initial promise for content monetization on the fediverse.
ChatGPT Isn't Essential Enough Yet to Have AdsRecognizing the right moment to monetize a product is crucial for tech startups aiming for long-term success.
DryMerge promises to connect apps that normally don't talk to each other - and when it works, it's great | TechCrunchDryMerge simplifies app integration through a chatbot interface, making it easier for nontechnical users to create automations without deep programming knowledge.
The HackerNoon Newsletter: Introducing the Revamped HackerNoon AI Image Gallery (11/28/2024) | HackerNoonHackerNoon highlights innovation in startups and advancements in AI art and legal discussions surrounding generative AI's outputs.
Two Oxford PhDs are building an app to let you remix photos into memes | TechCrunchVybe allows users to swap faces in photos, enhancing social connectivity through fun and creative content creation.
Tiger Global-backed InVideo launches gen AI-based video creation | TechCrunchInVideo is launching a generative AI video creation feature allowing prompt-based video generation, with a new paid plan for users.
DryMerge promises to connect apps that normally don't talk to each other - and when it works, it's great | TechCrunchDryMerge simplifies app integration through a chatbot interface, making it easier for nontechnical users to create automations without deep programming knowledge.
The HackerNoon Newsletter: Introducing the Revamped HackerNoon AI Image Gallery (11/28/2024) | HackerNoonHackerNoon highlights innovation in startups and advancements in AI art and legal discussions surrounding generative AI's outputs.
Two Oxford PhDs are building an app to let you remix photos into memes | TechCrunchVybe allows users to swap faces in photos, enhancing social connectivity through fun and creative content creation.
Tiger Global-backed InVideo launches gen AI-based video creation | TechCrunchInVideo is launching a generative AI video creation feature allowing prompt-based video generation, with a new paid plan for users.
SwiftConnect lets workers access the office with a smartphone swipe | TechCrunchCompanies are increasingly adopting smartphone-based authentication for office building access.SwiftConnect offers a platform that integrates mobile access without the need for new hardware.
The Rise and Fall of a High-Profile CEO: Lessons from Leadership ScandalsCEOs significantly influence company culture, driving innovation while also posing risks; unchecked power can lead to toxic environments detrimental to employee morale and trust, exemplified by Kalanick.
Meet the Writer: HackerNoon's Contributor Polina Kurach, PR | HackerNoonPolina emphasizes the importance of strategic communication in PR, especially for tech startups.
Noma is building tools to spot security issues with AI apps | TechCrunchThe complexity of AI applications is increasing organizations' susceptibility to cyber threats, raising concerns among IT leaders.
Legal Essentials for Entrepreneurs Pivoting Towards Tech SolutionsAdapting a business to be tech-focused entails understanding legal complexities, especially in contracts and compliance.
Noma is building tools to spot security issues with AI apps | TechCrunchThe complexity of AI applications is increasing organizations' susceptibility to cyber threats, raising concerns among IT leaders.
Legal Essentials for Entrepreneurs Pivoting Towards Tech SolutionsAdapting a business to be tech-focused entails understanding legal complexities, especially in contracts and compliance.
Creative Capital Ventures launches new 18M fund - Silicon CanalsCreative Capital Ventures has launched a €50M fund to support early-stage tech companies and IP acquisitions, focusing on sectors like sports tech and digital media.
Marissa Mayer reflects on what went wrong at Yahoo - and shares the compliment she got that she still remembersYahoo was too late to embrace the mobile shift, according to Marissa Mayer.Mayer believed her caution in strategy was a major mistake during her Yahoo tenure.
Kylian Mbappe joins growing squad of footballers investing in techFootballers are now investing in tech startups instead of traditional businesses.Kylian Mbappe is a leader in this investment trend with his firm, Coalition Capital.Former players like Casillas and Ferdinand are shaping this new financial landscape among athletes.
Binance founder 'CZ' released from custody after four-month sentence | TechCrunchCZ Zhao's release marks an end to his four-month prison sentence related to Binance's legal troubles with the U.S. government.
Exclusive: Physical therapy startup Hinge Health hires Morgan Stanley as it prepares to confidentially file its S-1Hinge Health is gearing up for an IPO in early 2025, filing its S-1 confidentially soon.
Skeptical To Sold: The 4-Stage Content Marketing Hack No Tech Startup Should Ignore | HackerNoonContent marketing is essential for tech startups, requiring a strategic approach to convert efforts into tangible results.
Watch: A new way to migrate your Spotify playlistsSoundiiz simplifies playlist migration, enhancing user experience across different music streaming platforms.
25 startups enter UK late-stage accelerator on the journey to IPOFuture Fifty programme supports late-stage UK startups, focusing on growth mechanisms instead of learning.Participants must have UK HQ, £5mn revenue, and Series B funding to join the programme.
Drama at OpenWeb, as a new CEO is announced - and the founding CEO says he's staying | TechCrunchOpenWeb is facing a leadership conflict as new CEO Tim Harvey clashes with former CEO Nadav Shoval over transition issues.
Osom Products, the phone company founded by ex-Essential employees, is shutting downOsom Products, Inc. is closing down after financial mismanagement allegations, despite only launching a single privacy-focused smartphone shortly after its inception.
Ilya Sutskever's SSI startup raises $1BSSI raised over $1 billion in funding to pursue developing safe superintelligence, underlining ongoing strong interest in AI despite speculations of an AI bubble burst.