Venture Capital
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Justin Ernest's $20B Exit Validates Startup Investments Without VC Funding
Justin Ernest's Sabertooth Capital deployed nearly $500 million into high-growth startups like Anthropic and SpaceX in the past year, operating without a traditional venture capital fund, according to
Mega-Rounds Boost VC Funding in 2025 Despite Headwinds
Anduril Industries, a defense technology startup, announced a staggering $5 billion Series H funding round, valuing the company at $30.
What is the evolution of startup accelerators?
Y Combinator now invests $500,000 into every accepted startup, structured as $125,000 for 7% equity and a $375,000 uncapped MFN SAFE, according to Elev X!
Evotrex Secures $30 Million for Off-Grid RVs
Despite a $160,000 price tag, 90 percent of orders for Evotrex's new PG5 RV are for the fully loaded Premium package.
Startup Accelerators vs. Incubators: Which Is Better for Founders?
Companies completing an accelerator program raised $1.
IBM Ventures focuses on sports tech investment trends
The IBM Sports Tech Startup Prize Competition winner may be eligible for a paid proof of concept worth up to $100,000, according to the IBM newsroom .
Top 8 Professional Services for Startup Growth
Launching even a lean, remote consulting firm demands an initial $81,000.
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
Creator Fund Closes $56 Million Fund for European PhD Founders
In a surprising turn, Creator Fund has closed a $56 million fund for European PhD founders, a substantial increase from earlier reports of a $41 million first close, signaling rapid investor confidenc
What is the role of startup incubators in growth?
The startup world often champions business incubators as vital launchpads, yet a surprising silence surrounds their potential downsides.
FirstClub Doubles Valuation to $255 Million
In just nine months, FirstClub's valuation rocketed from $120 million to $255 million, defying a more cautious overall funding climate for Indian startups.
CEE Startup Ecosystem Shows Strong Growth in 2026
At Podim, one of Central and Eastern Europe's most influential startup and tech events, investors managing over €10 billion in assets gathered, leading to over 1,100 pre-arranged meetings in its Deal
Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline approaches June 8
A last-minute extension has opened a critical window for startups to compete for $100,000 in non-dilutive funding at TechCrunch Disrupt.
Founders Share VC Horror Stories, Naming Names on Viral X Thread
At a $15M Series A pitch, a venture capitalist fell asleep.
Reid Hoffman to Depart Microsoft Board in 2026 Amid AI Focus
Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn co-founder and billionaire VC, informed Microsoft on June 2 he will not seek re-election to its board at the 2026 annual shareholder meeting.
Google Cloud Cultivates Southeast Asia AI Startup Innovation Corridor
In 2023, venture capital funding for Southeast Asian AI startups reached a record $5 billion, according to Preqin Data.
Global Scaling for Startup Funding: New VC Rules
88% of all US venture capital deal value now funnels into AI and critical infrastructure.
StrictlyVC Los Angeles Event to Boost Defense Tech AI Fundraising
On June 18, venture capitalists will converge at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, a key hub for national security innovation, to fund the next generation of defense AI.
Founders Fund Launches MAFIA the GAME for Tech Elites
OpenAI's Sam Altman, Anduril's Palmer Luckey, and other tech luminaries recently gathered not for a board meeting or a funding round, but to play Mafia.
AlphaSense funding round valuation hits $7.5 billion
AlphaSense, whose AI platform is now used by 90% of the S&P 100, secured $350 million in new funding, catapulting its valuation to $7.5 billion.
UAE tech startups receive $50M boost from new du Ventures fund
After Middle East venture capital funding nearly halved from $3.
University Startups Struggle in Emerging Markets Amid Innovation Ecosystem Gaps
In Southeast Asia, venture capital funding for tech surged 30% last year, yet university spin-offs secured less than 5% of this capital, according to a TechCrunch Report .
Investment in defense tech companies hits record highs in 2026
In the first five months of 2026 alone, venture capital poured over $14.
FirstClub valuation soars to $255 million in nine months
In less than a year, FirstClub's valuation soared from $120 million in September 2025 to $255 million, a 112.
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.
Defense Tech Startup Funding Hits $14.6 Billion Amid AI Arms Race
In the first five months of 2026, venture capital poured over $14.
Startup Battlefield: Few Alumni Achieve Major Acquisitions
Startup Battlefield alumni have collectively raised $32 billion and achieved over 250 exits, but only a tiny fraction of participants achieve this elite success.
Mach Industries defense tech valuation soars to $1.8 billion
In just one year, Mach Industries' valuation exploded from $470 million to $1.8 billion.
How to Succeed in Startup Battlefield 2026
Only 12% of startups from past TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield cohorts secured meaningful follow-on funding within 18 months, according to i analyzed 200 startups: battlefield's brutal secret |
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 .