Startup
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AI Coding Assistant Cursor Raises $100M to Reach $2.6B Valuation
AI coding assistant Cursor, developed by Anysphere, has raised $100 million in a Series B funding round, sources confirmed. Thrive Capital, a returning investor, led the round, which values the company at $2.6 billion post-money.…
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British Startup Mindgard Tackles AI Security Risks
British startup Mindgard, a spinoff from Lancaster University, has emerged to tackle the growing risks associated with artificial intelligence. With AI increasingly integral to business operations, companies face a critical balancing act—implement AI effectively to…
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Sustainable Ocean Alliance Celebrates 10 Years with New Eco-Friendly Startup Label
The Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA), a once small-scale dorm room initiative, has grown into a global network of innovators, investors, and entrepreneurs championing ocean conservation through innovation. As SOA celebrates its 10th anniversary, the organization…
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Hauler Hero Transforms Waste Management with AI-Driven Solutions
Mark Hoadley, a former sales professional at ServiceTitan, joined forces with his brother-in-law Ben Sikma to revolutionize waste-management software. What began as a shared observation of outdated tools in the industry has grown into Hauler…
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DOJ Seeks Testimony from Perplexity Executive in Google Antitrust Case
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking testimony from Dmitry Shevelenko, Chief Business Officer at Perplexity, as part of its ongoing antitrust case against Google. Perplexity, an AI search company recently valued at $9 billion,…
