Startups & Venture Capital
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The Week’s 10 Biggest Funding Rounds: The Boring Co., Cognition And Motive Lead A Massive Week
The landscape of American venture capital witnessed a historic surge in activity during the week of September 5–11, 2026, as…
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August Unicorn Surge Sees 29 New Additions Adding $63 Billion in Market Value to Global Startup Ecosystem
The global venture capital landscape experienced a significant shift in August as 29 new companies joined the prestigious Crunchbase Unicorn…
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Mark Wahlberg to Keynote TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and Discuss Evolution from Hollywood Icon to Institutional Investor
Hollywood heavyweight Mark Wahlberg is officially expanding his footprint from the silver screen to the venture capital ecosystem, with a…
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Measuring the Innovation Economy: A Strategic Framework for Analyzing National Ecosystems through the Lens of South Korea
Quantifying the health of an innovation ecosystem remains one of the most complex challenges for policymakers, corporate leaders, and global…
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The Sales Test This Norwest Partner Gives Founders Before He Will Invest
Sean Jacobsohn’s career trajectory serves as a blueprint for the modern venture capitalist, blending operational grit with strategic investment oversight.…
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Uber’s 10% RIF Marks Company’s Largest Layoff Count In 6 Years, And Amazon Lands A Pair Of Spots On This Week’s Tracker
As the third quarter of 2026 draws to a close, the U.S. technology sector continues to navigate a complex landscape…
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OpenAI Unveils ‘Micro’ Keypad Amidst Legal Battles and Hardware Ambitions
OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research laboratory, has ventured into the hardware market with the launch of its first physical…
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General Catalyst Surpasses Y Combinator in Fintech Deal Volume for Rounds of $5 Million or More in Q2 2026
In a significant shift within the venture capital landscape, General Catalyst has emerged as the leading investor in fintech deals…
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to Dedicate New "Smart Money Stage" to the Evolving Landscape of Finance, Fintech, and AI
San Francisco, CA – TechCrunch today announced the inaugural "Smart Money Stage" at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, scheduled to take place…
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The Week’s 10 Biggest Funding Rounds: Physical AI Startup Atoms Leads In Varied Week For Large Deals
Startup investors demonstrated a robust appetite for innovation this past week, channeling significant capital into a diverse array of sectors…
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