Introduction Stacklet, a cloud cost control and governance platform, has gained popularity in recent years as companies across industries face economic challenges. Founded by Travis Stanfield and Kapil Thangavelu, the startup has seen significant growth, with revenue tripling year over year in 2023. Core Commercial Product Features * Helps enterprises manage
Introduction Dealt, formerly known as Mon Super Voisin, recently secured a €6 million funding round to support its new direction. The startup has made significant changes in its business model, showcasing the importance of strategic pivoting for early-stage founders. Previous Model Initially, Mon Super Voisin operated as a freelancer marketplace
Introduction Atlassian, a leading provider of productivity and developer tools, recently launched a program called Atlassian for Startups. This program offers startups with under $10 million in funding a year of free access to key Atlassian products. Program Details * Eligible companies can receive free access for up to 50 users
Introduction In the realm of decentralized social media, interoperability has been a key goal for platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky. Thanks to the development of Bridgy Fed, users can now seamlessly connect with each other across different networks powered by ActivityPub and AT Protocol. The Rise of Decentralized Social Media
Introduction Oda, a Norway-based online supermarket delivery startup, has faced significant challenges in the highly competitive online grocery delivery market. This article delves into the struggles faced by Oda as it adjusts its expansion ambitions and focuses on profitability in its home country and Sweden. Background * Oda has raised substantial
Introduction Carlo Kobe and Scott Smith, young entrepreneurs, saw a need for a tailored debit card product for Gen Z. They dropped out of prestigious universities to create a startup called Fizz in 2021. Fizz aimed to not just offer a debit card but to empower young adults with financial
Introduction Google has recently introduced a new startup program called the “Google for Startups AI Academy: American Infrastructure.” This initiative aims to provide AI technology to the public sector, specifically targeting companies working in areas like agriculture, energy, education, public safety, healthcare, telecommunications, transportation, urban development, and more. Program Details
Overview Hoop, a new productivity startup founded by former Trello employees, is set to change the game when it comes to managing your to-do list. With a fresh approach that leverages AI, Hoop aims to streamline the process of generating and tracking tasks, making productivity easier and more efficient. Funding
Introduction Brendan Smith, along with MIT professor Jeffrey Grossman, has developed a groundbreaking technology that is set to revolutionize the mining industry. By using silicon-based filtration systems, their company, SiTration, aims to not only tackle the waste generated by mining operations but also extract more valuable minerals in the process.
Introduction Choosing the right software for your company can be a complex and time-consuming task. However, an early-stage startup called Taloflow is aiming to simplify this process with its AI-driven collaborative notebooks. In this article, we will explore how Taloflow is revolutionizing the software selection process. What is Taloflow? Taloflow
Introduction Understory, a company founded in 2014, has revolutionized weather forecasting by deploying a network of ground-level weather stations across the globe. These stations, known as Dot, provide real-time data on wind, rain, hail, temperature, pressure, and humidity at an unprecedented level of detail. Improving Weather Data The traditional weather
Introduction The stethoscope, a tool invented in 1816 by French physician René Laennec, has been a staple in medical practice for listening to the heart and lungs. Over time, this simple wooden tube has evolved into the lightweight two-earpiece stethoscope commonly used by doctors today. Eko Health: Revolutionizing Stethoscopes with
Introduction E-bike delivery workers in New York City are facing new regulations due to safety concerns with uncertified e-bikes causing battery fires. In this changing landscape, e-bike subscription startup Whizz sees an opportunity to provide safe and high-quality e-bikes to gig workers. The Offer * Whizz offers access to e-bikes for
WndrCo is a technology investment firm founded by Sujay Jaswa and Jeffrey Katzenberg. Recently, the company raised over $460 million in its first venture capital fund. Background Jeffrey Katzenberg, former chairman of Walt Disney Studios, and Sujay Jaswa, a former principal at New Enterprise Associates, founded the company. Their goal
Introduction Sword Health, an AI-powered virtual physical therapy startup, has recently raised $30 million in funding and increased its valuation to $3 billion. The funding round included a $100 million secondary round that allowed employees and early investors to sell shares, as well as a $30 million primary round. Capital
Introduction In the world of online shopping, the traditional method of typing in a keyword and receiving ranked results from a search engine is being revolutionized by personalized search engines. These engines use advanced technologies like large language models and image identification AI to tailor results not just to the