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Clean Tech Investment Surpasses $2 Trillion, But Innovation Falls Short
Global clean energy investment surpassed $2 trillion in 2024, a figure that masks a critical slowdown in funding for the very startups needed to drive future innovation.
Menlo Ventures raises $3B fund after backing Anthropic
Menlo Ventures has just closed its largest capital raise in its 50-year history, securing $3 billion for new funds, a move largely fueled by its aggressive, multi-million dollar bets on AI.
Fusion startups raise billions, fueling energy innovation.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems alone has secured nearly $3 billion in private funding, with its SPARC project already 75% complete, signaling an unprecedented acceleration in the race for fusion energy.
Go Eyes Robotaxis and Acquisitions After Japan IPO
Japan's Go raised ¥88.
Snap's AI Video Team Spins Off to Build Interactive Gaming AI
Snap's Chief Technology Officer, Bobby Murphy, is personally investing a substantial stake to become the lead investor in Dotmo, a new company spun off from Snap's own generative AI video team, all wh
Orbio raises $21M to automate frontline hiring and onboarding
At behavioral health provider The Stepping Stones Group, Orbio's AI agents now manage the company’s full US operation, leading to 20% more candidates getting hired, according to TechCrunch .
Jeff Bezos' Prometheus raises $12B, valued at $41B, for physical AI
Jeff Bezos's AI startup, Prometheus, co-founded with Vik Bajaj, just secured an astonishing $12 billion in funding, valuing the company at $41 billion, a figure that dwarfs many established tech giant
Equal AI Secures $30 Million to Expand AI Call Screening in India
In just one year, Equal AI, an AI-powered call screening app, has amassed over a million monthly active users in India, securing $30 million in new funding.
Justin Ernest's Sabertooth Capital Invests $500M in 10 Startups
In the last year, Justin Ernest's Sabertooth Capital has quietly deployed nearly $500 million into 10 high-profile startups like Anthropic and SpaceX.
Founders Share VC Horror Stories in Viral X Thread
At a $15 million Series A pitch meeting with 12 people present, a venture capitalist reportedly fell asleep.
Reid Hoffman exits Microsoft board to focus on his startup
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and a billionaire investor, is stepping down from Microsoft's board, stating he needs to return to 'founder mode' for his AI startup, Manus.
StrictlyVC Los Angeles event focuses on defense tech AI fundraising
In 2024, defense tech AI companies have already raised $5.
Snap Alums Launch Ghost Angels Fund
Twenty former Snap employees have already deployed capital into five companies through their new venture fund, Ghost Angels, with plans for 15 additional investments in the next year Zamin Uz .
Triomics AI Secures $22 Million to Revolutionize Oncology Centers
Triomics expanded its enterprise customer base fourfold over the past year, leading to a 10-fold increase in annualized recurring revenue, according to TechCrunch .
India's gig workers train AI robots for startups; one raises $8.2M
In India, gig workers are strapping on camera-equipped caps and sensor devices, earning just $1 per hour to record their daily lives.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass prices to rise after May 8
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass prices will jump after May 8, 2026, but attendees can still secure a second pass for half price until then.
Peec startup revenue growth hits $10 million milestone
In just a few months, AI startup Peec AI more than doubled its annualized revenue, soaring past the $10 million mark.