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Catalyst Fund raises $30M for African climate tech startups
Catalyst Fund has already deployed capital into 28 climate tech companies across 10 African markets, even as it continues to raise its debut fund towards a $40 million target.
Assort Health Raises $120M to Scale AI Voice Agent Deployment
Assort Health, a company powering 190 million patient interactions, was valued at $1.
Stratos Ventures Raises $50M for Israeli Defense Tech Startups
Stratos Ventures, a new Israeli fund, has already secured $50 million of its $80 million target to back early-stage defense and resilience startups.
Michigan legislators boost Midwest startup funding by $100 million
Michigan legislators just approved an unprecedented $100 million boost to the Midwest Startup Competitiveness Fund, a 25% increase over previous state initiatives, according to the Michigan State Legi
Menlo Ventures Closes $3B Fund, Bets Big on Single AI Startup
Menlo Ventures, a firm with a 50-year history, announced a $3 billion fund, its largest ever, with a significant portion already committed to a single AI startup, Anthropic.
Venture Capital Investment in Defense Tech Soars to $14.6 Billion
Defense tech startups raised $14.
Global Venture Capital Trends Show Defense Tech Investment Surging
In 2023, global defense tech venture capital funding surged by 40%, reaching $35 billion.
The Modern Venture Capital Fund Lifecycle: How It Works Today
Five AI companies alone now outvalue all dot-com era IPOs combined, according to SVB.
Go Eyes Robotaxis and Acquisitions Following Japan IPO
Go Inc.'s debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market saw its shares gain up to 21% on June 16, 2026, according to Tech Times . This strong market entry raised ¥88.6 billion (approximately $553 mi
Odyssey secures $310M to fuel growth in AI development
Odyssey, an AI startup, just secured $310 million in a Series B round, pushing its valuation to $1.
EU Innovation Council Expands to Include Defence Tech Startups
Effective June 17, 2026, the European Innovation Council (EIC), traditionally a civilian innovation powerhouse, will officially expand its mandate to include defense technologies.
Vivici secures €12.5 million to accelerate protein commercialization
Precision fermentation startup Vivici, which secured €32.5 million in Series A funding, has now secured an additional €12.5 million from the European Innovation Council's 2026 accelerator program.
Orbio lands $21M Series A to automate frontline hiring and onboarding
At The Stepping Stones Group, Orbio's AI agents now manage the company's entire U.
Theker raises €85M for non-specialized factory robots
A Spanish startup, THEKER, just secured €85 million in a Series A round, the largest ever for a European robotics company.
Startup Accelerators vs. Incubators: Which Is Better for Founders?
Companies completing an accelerator program raised $1.
Allen Control Systems raises $200M amid defense tech funding surge
Anduril, a defense tech startup, recently secured a $20 billion Army counter-drone contract and is projected to hit over $2 billion in revenue by 2025, signaling a rapid shift in military procurement
Founders Share VC Horror Stories, Naming Names on Viral X Thread
At a $15M Series A pitch, a venture capitalist fell asleep.
Top 3 Startup Post-Event Strategies to Convert Connections in 2026
A simple 30-minute informational interview request can transform a fleeting event encounter into a lasting mentorship.
UAE tech startups receive $50M boost from new du Ventures fund
After Middle East venture capital funding nearly halved from $3.
Benchmark raises $2 billion across two new funds
Benchmark, a firm long associated with early-stage venture capital, has launched its first-ever dedicated growth fund, committing $1.
Unastella rocket startup secures $24M Series B funding
In a bold move for South Korea's nascent private space industry, Unastella secured $24 million in Series B funding, pushing its total capital raised to $44 million, according to TechCrunch .
Triomics AI secures $22 million for oncology centers
Triomics, an AI company focused on oncology, has now secured over $36 million in total capital.
eSports startup raises $20M with AI pitch trick
Lucra Sports, an eSports startup, recently secured a $20 million Series B funding round.
Africa Finance Corporation commits $100M to boost African tech startups
Africa Finance Corporation has committed $100 million to tech fund managers, targeting significant capital for African startups.
New Fund Targets Women Founders Amidst Funding Plateau
In 2024, female-only founding teams secured just 2.
Defense Tech VC Sees $1.2B Deal Amid Rapid Growth
German defense tech startup Helsing, a five-year-old company, is reportedly in talks for a $1.2 billion funding round.
6 Essential Legal Documents for Startup Funding and IP Protection
A startup's entire competitive advantage—its 'DNA'—can be copied or claimed if IP protection is delayed even months.
S2G Investments launches $1 billion fund for food and energy
S2G Investments, now operating as an independent firm, has closed a $1 billion growth-stage fund, with $300 million already deployed across ten companies aiming to fortify global food and energy syste
Top Startup Accelerators and Incubators Offering Big Investments
Around 87% of startups in an incubator program remain in business after five years, according to HubSpot .
Kalshi raises $1B in Series F funding led by Coatue
In just six months, Kalshi's valuation doubled to $22 billion, fueled by a $1 billion Series F round and an 800% surge in institutional trading volume, according to Bloomberg .