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#Startup Funding

What is a Down Round and What it Does to Your Team

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What is a Down Round and What it Does to Your Team

Down rounds fell to 11.4% of priced rounds in Q1 2026, the lowest since 2019. Here's what actually happens to your cap…

Tyler Maldonado Aug 15 16 min
Athlete Investing Collectives Want a Seat on Your Cap Table

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Athlete Investing Collectives Want a Seat on Your Cap Table

CHAMP is reported to be raising $500 million with 250-plus athletes behind it, but the official announcement never named a dollar figure.…

Tyler Maldonado Aug 3 13 min
How WHOOP Makes Money Selling a $199 Membership

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How WHOOP Makes Money Selling a $199 Membership

WHOOP gives away the hardware and charges an annual membership. That subscription flip took it from near-bankruptcy in 2017 to a $10.1…

Tyler Maldonado Jul 7 13 min
Why OpenAI is Delaying its IPO to Chase $1 Trillion

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Why OpenAI is Delaying its IPO to Chase $1 Trillion

Altman won't list below a trillion dollars. The founder lesson is about timing leverage, not finance.

Tyler Maldonado Jun 29 12 min
Celebrity VC Investors 2026: Who’s Actually Moving Markets

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Celebrity VC Investors 2026: Who’s Actually Moving Markets

Sound Ventures, Liquid 2, Serena Ventures, CHAMP, and the rest of the 2026 celebrity VC roster ranked by real portfolio returns and…

Tyler Maldonado May 28 14 min
Y Combinator Just Made Its First Stablecoin Investment

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Y Combinator Just Made Its First Stablecoin Investment

YC paid prediction markets startup Totalis $500,000 in USDC on Solana. Now any YC-funded startup can opt for stablecoin payouts. Here is…

Tyler Maldonado Apr 15 12 min
Startup Funding Options in 2026 Beyond Venture Capital

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Startup Funding Options in 2026 Beyond Venture Capital

Explore startup funding options in 2026 beyond venture capital, including grants, angels, crowdfunding, and alternative finance strategies.

Abigail Barrett Jan 9 7 min
What Drives a Former Palantir Exec to Raise $54M?

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What Drives a Former Palantir Exec to Raise $54M?

A former executive from Palantir Technologies has successfully raised $54 million to launch a new defense technology holding company. This substantial investment…

News GREY Journal Jan 9 2 min
How Did BlueDot Secure $1.1M in Funding?

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How Did BlueDot Secure $1.1M in Funding?

BlueDot Global Technologies, a Birmingham-based company, has successfully raised $1.1 million in its latest funding round. This achievement marks a significant milestone…

News GREY Journal Nov 10 2 min
What Does CerraCap Ventures See in Space Kinetic?

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What Does CerraCap Ventures See in Space Kinetic?

Space Kinetic, an emerging player in the aerospace sector, has received a significant investment from CerraCap Ventures. This partnership reflects growing interest…

News GREY Journal Aug 28 2 min
Is Benchmark’s Minimalist Strategy Failing in a Changing VC Landscape?

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Is Benchmark’s Minimalist Strategy Failing in a Changing VC Landscape?

For decades, Benchmark Capital has been recognized as one of Silicon Valley’s most influential venture capital firms, celebrated for its disciplined approach…

News GREY Journal Aug 12 3 min
Tavily Secures $25 Million to Advance Web-Connected AI Agents

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Tavily Secures $25 Million to Advance Web-Connected AI Agents

Companies across industries are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence agents to automate a broad spectrum of internal tasks. In sectors such as finance,…

News GREY Journal Aug 6 3 min
What’s New in Streaming? Discover Roku’s Latest Offering

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What’s New in Streaming? Discover Roku’s Latest Offering

Roku has announced the launch of Howdy, an ad-free streaming service priced at just $2.99 per month. This new offering aims to…

News GREY Journal Aug 5 2 min
7 Things Angel Investors Need to See Before They Fund You

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7 Things Angel Investors Need to See Before They Fund You

The key things angel investors look for—team, traction, valuation & more. Ensure your startup’s pitch hits every mark before funding.

Abigail Barrett Jul 1 9 min
Startup Funding 101 – Raise Capital for Your Business Now

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Startup Funding 101 – Raise Capital for Your Business Now

Learn how to navigate startup funding with this complete guide: explore seed, VC, angel, grants & pitch tips so you can successfully…

Benjamin Lewis Jun 18 12 min
Is AI the Future of Venture Capital?

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Is AI the Future of Venture Capital?

In a move that’s raising eyebrows across Silicon Valley, No Cap, the world’s first autonomous AI investor, is actively recruiting a human…

News GREY Journal May 30 4 min
6 Best Funding Options for Entrepreneurs at Every Stage

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6 Best Funding Options for Entrepreneurs at Every Stage

The right funding source depends on your business stage, growth plans, and risk tolerance. In this guide, we explore 6 sources of…

Benjamin Lewis May 7 7 min
Is startup funding shifting towards seasoned companies

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Is startup funding shifting towards seasoned companies

Investors are pouring billions into older startups, leaving early-stage companies struggling for capital. With IPOs slowing down, what’s driving this shift in…

News GREY Journal Mar 8 2 min
Why are gaming startups struggling to attract funding in 2025

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Why are gaming startups struggling to attract funding in 2025

Gaming startups are facing a decline in funding despite high engagement among players, with $2.4 billion raised in 2024, a 12% drop…

News GREY Journal Feb 22 2 min
Investors Push Forward Despite Global Startup Funding Slowdown in Q3

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Investors Push Forward Despite Global Startup Funding Slowdown in Q3

Despite reports of a global slowdown in startup funding during Q3, top venture investors like Y Combinator, Andreessen Horowitz, and General Catalyst…

News GREY Journal Oct 13 3 min