Jump Secures $12 Million to Empower Freelancers, OYO Acquires Motel 6

In this episode, we discuss Jump's successful $12 million Series A funding round aimed at revolutionizing freelancer support in Europe. We also cover OYO's bold acquisition of Motel 6 for $525 million, signaling a significant move in the hospitality industry. Plus, insights into Brightband's AI-driven weather forecasting and the graduation of four innovative startups from the RIT incubator program, showcasing the vibrant startup ecosystem.

Sources:
https://coverager.com/jump-raises-12-million/
https://www.seattletimes.com/business/startup-founded-by-ex-google-exec-to-use-ai-to-forecast-weather/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2024/09/23/indian-startup-oyo-buys-motel-6/
https://rochesterbeacon.com/2024/09/23/four-more-startups-graduate-from-rit-incubator-program/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:41) Jump raises $12 million
(00:02:44) AI-powered weather forecasts focus of startup founded by ex-Google exec
(00:05:05) This Indian Startup Is Buying Motel 6 For $525 Million
(00:08:14) Four more startups graduate from RIT incubator program