Episodes
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Discover the SAMRIDH scheme, a government-backed initiative supporting tech startups in India. Insight Partners makes headlines with its decision to sell over $1 billion in startup stakes. Also, explore the top 100 highest-funded MBA startups of 2024 and Estonia's emergence as a deeptech hub.Sources:https://www.tice.news/know-this/what-is-samridh-scheme-is-your-startup-eligible-for-this-7070529https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/s12nb84p0https://finance.yahoo.com/news/100-highest-funded-mba-startups-233607919.html/https://thenextweb.com/news/science-breeding-booming-deeptech-startups-estoniaOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) What is SAMRIDH Scheme? Tech Startups Can't Miss To Know This!(00:02:49) Insight Partners selling $1B in startup stakes, including Wiz, to free up funds for i(00:05:39) The 100 Highest-Funded MBA Startups Of 2024(00:08:18) Science is breeding a new generation of booming deeptech startups in Estonia
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Every fusion startup that has raised over $300M. China's startup scene is facing a dire situation as investors pull out. Plus, China's quantum ambitions may face headwinds from a weak startup ecosystem. Also, Indian biotech startups launch 11 unique products in biosciences.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/14/every-fusion-startup-that-has-raised-over-300m/https://fortune.com/2024/09/14/china-economy-startup-creation-venture-capital-fundraising-investors-xi-jinping/https://thequantuminsider.com/2024/09/14/chinas-quantum-ambitions-may-face-headwinds-from-weak-startup-ecosystem/https://thecommunemag.com/indian-biotech-startups-launch-11-unique-products-in-biosciences/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Every fusion startup that has raised over $300M(00:03:35) China's startup scene is dead as investors pull out—'Today, we are like lepers'(00:06:30) China's Quantum Ambitions May Face Headwinds From Weak Startup Ecosystem(00:08:54) Indian Biotech Startups Launch 11 Unique Products In Biosciences
Saturday Sep 14, 2024
Saturday Sep 14, 2024
Startup Anduril aims to revolutionize America's missile arsenal with their innovative Barracuda models. Plus, a recap of the diverse world of startups, highlighting challenges and successes in the industry.Sources:https://www.newser.com/story/356197/startup-says-its-new-missiles-are-cheap-quick-to-make.htmlhttps://www.newser.com/story/356197/startup-says-its-new-missiles-are-cheap-quick-to-make.htmlhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/09/13/some-startups-and-investors-are-more-risk-averse-than-others/https://www.newser.com/story/356197/startup-says-its-new-missiles-are-cheap-quick-to-make.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:36) Startup Says It's Got a Solution for America's Missile Problem(00:02:28) Startup Says It's Got a Solution for America's Missile Problem(00:04:33) Some startups and investors are more risk-averse than others(00:08:13) Startup Says It's Got a Solution for America's Missile Problem
Friday Sep 13, 2024
Friday Sep 13, 2024
Aquaculture startups from Ireland's BIM Innovation Studio program make waves in the 'Hot 100 Startups' list. AI startup Poolside nears a $3 billion valuation. Plus, Accel launches a pre-seed scaling program and a tech worker shares tips on negotiating for more startup equity.Sources:https://www.killerstartups.com/aquaculture-startups-among-irelands-hot-100/https://fortune.com/2024/09/12/ai-startup-poolside-3-billion-valuation-bain-capital-ventures/https://www.bizzbuzz.news/industry/startups/accel-to-invest-up-to-1-mn-in-pre-seed-startups-1336337https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/13/here-are-5-tips-on-how-to-negotiate-for-more-equity-at-your-startup.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Aquaculture startups among Ireland's Hot 100(00:03:35) AI startup Poolside nears $3 billion valuation(00:06:02) Accel To Invest Up To $1 Mn In Pre-Seed Startups(00:09:49) This 32-year-old cashed out on over $2 million in startup equity—here are five tips on how to negotiate for more shares
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
A startup employee claims she was fired for 'liking' a LinkedIn post on toxic workplaces. A global gold rush for buried hydrogen gains momentum with a Bill Gates-backed startup. A startup engineers light to create immersive experiences without headsets. Accel Atoms 4.0 unveils a $1 million investment in AI and rural-focused startups.Sources:https://www.hindustantimes.com/trending/startup-employee-claims-she-was-fired-for-liking-a-linkedin-post-on-toxic-workplaces-101726116584028.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/12/bill-gates-backed-startup-on-the-global-gold-rush-for-buried-hydrogen.htmlhttps://news.mit.edu/2024/brelyon-creates-immersive-digital-experiences-without-headsets-0912https://pune.news/business/accel-atoms-4-0-1-million-investment-in-ai-and-rural-focused-startups-unveiled-229297/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Startup employee claims she was fired for ‘liking’ a LinkedIn post on toxic workplaces(00:02:55) Bill Gates-backed startup says a global gold rush for buried hydrogen is picking up momentum(00:05:35) Startup’s displays engineer light to create immersive experiences without the headsets(00:08:19) Accel Atoms 4.0: $1 Million Investment in AI and Rural-Focused Startups Unveiled
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Willo, a recruitment tech startup, secures funding for its innovative video interview tools. The International Startup Festival (ISF) is coming to Hyderabad, focusing on early stage ventures. Plus, French startup Neat raises $55 million for embedded insurance offering. Also, Google announces a deal with direct-air capture startup to remove carbon emissions.Sources:https://www.businessinsider.com/willo-recruitment-tech-startup-funding-mimecast-ceo-2024-9https://www.bizzbuzz.news/industry/startups/isf-startup-fest-to-focus-on-early-stage-ventures-1336134https://www.pymnts.com/news/investment-tracker/2024/french-startup-neat-raises-55-million-for-embedded-insurance-offering/https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/google-announces-deal-with-direct-air-capture-startup-to-remove-carbon-emissions-225627149.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Willo, a recruitment tech startup, just raised funding from Mimecast's former CEO using this 19-slide pitch deck(00:03:00) ISF Startup Fest To Focus On Early Stage Ventures(00:06:18) French Startup Neat Raises $55 Million for Embedded Insurance Offering(00:08:51) Google announces deal with direct-air capture startup to remove carbon emissions
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Pharmacy tech startup Directo raises $2 million in funding. Family offices make big bets on startups, from burgers to space-tech. Cambridge startup CardiaTec analyzes 'multi-omics' data to discover new heart drugs.Sources:https://www.capitalbrief.com/briefing/pharmacy-tech-startup-directo-raises-2-million-0633dad2-72e2-4105-8039-be4de5a202d0/https://www.tradingview.com/news/moneycontrol:659c8f021094b:0-family-offices-bet-big-on-startups-from-burgers-to-space-tech-here-are-the-top-picks/https://www.tradingview.com/news/moneycontrol:659c8f021094b:0-family-offices-bet-big-on-startups-from-burgers-to-space-tech-here-are-the-top-picks/https://thenextweb.com/news/cambridge-startup-analyses-multi-omic-data-discover-heart-drugsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Pharmacy tech startup Directo raises $2 million(00:03:18) Family offices bet big on startups: From burgers to space-tech, here are the top picks(00:06:05) Family offices bet big on startups: From burgers to space-tech, here are the top picks(00:08:40) Cambridge startup analyses 'multi-omics' data to discover new heart drugs
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Atomico secures $1.24 billion fund to support European startups. Discover startups offering sustainable alternatives to plastic. Miami-based AI bookkeeping startup raises $200 million. Former RayzeBio CEO raises $370 million for autoimmune startup. Join us as we explore the latest developments in the startup world and the innovative solutions these companies are bringing to the market.Sources:https://thenextweb.com/news/atomico-raises-funds-european-startups-seed-pre-ipohttps://www.jumpstartmag.com/4-startups-offering-sustainable-and-creative-alternatives-to-plastic/https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/09/miami-based-ai-bookkeeping-startup-finally-has-raised-another-big-round-200m-in-equity-and-debt/https://www.statnews.com/2024/09/09/rayzebio-dice-alums-raise-370-million-candid-autoimmune-startup/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) Atomico raises $1.24B fund for European startups from seed to pre-IPO(00:03:02) 4 Startups Offering Sustainable And Creative Alternatives To Plastic(00:06:21) Miami-based AI bookkeeping startup finally has raised another big round: $200M in equity and debt(00:09:25) RayzeBio, Dice alums raise $370 million for new autoimmune startup
Sunday Sep 08, 2024
Sunday Sep 08, 2024
Discover groundbreaking cybersecurity startups transforming digital defense. Learn how to manage expectations and navigate iffy management experience when freelancing for a startup. Explore the challenges startups face with state-level compliance. Dive into the heartwarming story of a Mexican startup's journey to a major adidas contract through the power of AI in fashion.Sources:https://www.bizzbuzz.news/industry/startups/groundbreaking-cybersecurity-startups-transforming-digital-defence-1335830https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/freelancing-for-a-startup-heres-how-to-manage-your-expectations-and-navigate-iffy-management-experience/https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/07/startups-are-getting-fined-or-sometimes-banned-by-individual-states/https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/07/how-a-viral-ai-image-catapulted-a-mexican-startup-to-a-major-adidas-contract/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Groundbreaking cybersecurity startups transforming digital defence(00:02:47) Freelancing for a startup? Here's how to manage your expectations and navigate iffy management experience(00:05:26) Startups are getting fined, or sometimes banned, by individual states(00:08:19) How a viral AI image catapulted a Mexican startup to a major adidas contract
Saturday Sep 07, 2024
Saturday Sep 07, 2024
Health Wildcatters adds nine startups, boosting its portfolio to 118 companies. A groundbreaking initiative aims to address global oral health disparities. Mangomint raises $35 million in funding to revolutionize the salon and spa industry. Small B2B startups showcase resilience and steady revenue gains. Simply Startups presents the latest developments in the healthcare and technology sectors.Sources:https://dallasinnovates.com/health-wildcatters-adds-nine-startups-boosting-its-portfolio-to-118-companies/https://medcitynews.com/2024/09/startupdates-new-developments-on-healthcare-startups/https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/06/how-a-cold-email-to-a-vc-helped-salon-software-startup-mangomint-raise-35m/https://www.digitalcommerce360.com/2024/09/06/todays-b2b-startups-shine-like-tomorrows-stars-report-says/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Health Wildcatters Adds Nine Startups, Boosting Its Portfolio to 118 Companies(00:02:49) StartUPDATES: New Developments for Healthcare Startups(00:04:56) How a cold email to a VC helped salon software startup Mangomint raise $35M(00:09:12) Today’s B2B startups shine like tomorrow’s stars, report says