Vertical software for education, healthcare, and field services is still plagued by clunky, manual payment processes. A new report argues that low-code embedded finance is the key to fixing cash flow and winning customers.
Rivian is betting big on AI and autonomy to revive investor interest as its core electric vehicle business struggles. The company’s stock is down over 80% since its 2021 IPO, despite a major $5.8 billion deal with Volkswagen. This tech pivot is a high-stakes gamble.
Nu Quantum, a UK startup focused on quantum networking, has raised a massive $60 million Series A. The round was led by National Grid’s venture arm, signaling serious interest in applying quantum tech to real-world problems like energy grid optimization.
Meesho’s public market debut was a smash hit, with shares soaring 46% from the issue price. The Indian e-commerce platform, built for small merchants and value-focused shoppers, is now valued at nearly $8.7 billion.
A brand-new AI chip startup, Unconventional AI, just landed $475 million in seed funding, valuing the company at $4.5 billion after only two months of existence. The round was led by Andreesen Horowitz and Lightspeed and includes Jeff Bezos. The company is betting on brain-inspired, analog neuromorp
Evertrust, a profitable French cybersecurity firm, just secured €10 million in Series A funding from US VC Elephant. The company is one of only four global vendors with a unified PKI and CLM platform, and it’s planning a major European expansion.
A new startup called Casera is spinning out of Pioneer Square Labs to tackle hospital bottlenecks. Its AI software aims to automate the work of case managers, chasing down tasks like insurance approvals to get patients home faster.
The European Commission has been hit with a massive €120 million fine by X for deceptive ad practices. In a dramatic escalation, Elon Musk then terminated the EU’s own advertising account on the social network.
Planning for 2026 feels impossible with today’s uncertainty over tariffs, rates, and inflation. Three founders explain how they’re building flexible roadmaps and focusing on what they can control.
Bank of America is doubling down on Carvana, significantly raising its price target following the company’s upcoming inclusion in the S&P 500 index. The analyst sees continued growth and potential to overtake CarMax in unit sales by 2026. Shares have nearly doubled in 2024.
