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CivStart Graduates Transform Government Operations, Lemniscap Launches $70M Web3 Fund

DEI tracking, live traffic data, stylish websites among exports of latest CivStart graduates. Crypto VC Lemniscap raises $70m fund to back web3 startups. U.S. startups use fracking tech to store clean energy. Lander & Rogers' Genevieve Collins on supporting startups and achieving a gender equal partnership.Sources:https://statescoop.com/civstart-govtech-startup-products-2024/https://crypto.news/crypto-vc-lemniscap-raises-70m-fund-to-back-web3-startups/https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/US-Startups-Use-Fracking-Tech-to-Store-Clean-Energy.htmlhttps://www.capitalbrief.com/article/lander-rogers-genevieve-collins-on-supporting-startups-and-achieving-a-gender-equal-partnership-3c589ffe-9038-4b24-a520-e5ebb9ed592e/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) DEI tracking, live traffic data, stylish websites among exports of latest CivStart graduates(00:03:37) Crypto VC Lemniscap raises $70m fund to back web3 startups(00:06:45) U.S. Startups Use Fracking Tech to Store Clean Energy(00:09:01) Lander & Rogers' Genevieve Collins on supporting startups and achieving a gender equal partnership

The Transformative Potential of AI in Healthcare Startups, Y Combinator Backs Defense Startup

Insights from Scott Dylan on the future of AI in healthcare startups. Y Combinator supports Ares Industries, the first defense startup. Plus, an AI startup revolutionizes tennis technique analysis. Also, the fresh approach of Zero-Based Budgeting for tech startups.Sources:https://www.businessmole.com/the-future-of-ai-in-healthcare-startups-insights-from-scott-dylan-in-london/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/25/y-combinator-backs-its-first-defense-startup-ares-industries/https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/your-tennis-swing-needs-work-this-ai-startup-wants-to-help/https://www.techfunnel.com/fintech/zero-based-budgeting-strategies-for-sustainable-startup-growth/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) The Future of AI in Healthcare Startups: Insights from Scott Dylan in London(00:03:07) Y Combinator backs its first defense startup, Ares Industries(00:05:27) Your Tennis Swing Needs Work. This AI Startup Wants to Help(00:08:57) Zero-Based Budgeting: A Fresh Approach for Tech Startups

Investing in AI Startups, Tax Plan’s Impact on Silicon Valley, and the Rise of Etched’s AI Chip

VCs are eager for AI startups, leading to buying frenzies in SPVs. Silicon Valley is concerned about a tax plan that could harm startups. Etched's specialized AI chip challenges Nvidia's dominance. Plus, discover the best crowdfunding platforms for investing in startups.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/24/vcs-are-so-eager-for-ai-startups-theyre-buying-into-each-others-spvs-at-high-prices/https://sfstandard.com/2024/08/23/unrealized-capital-gains-tax-silicon-valley/https://www.freethink.com/robots-ai/ai-chipshttps://www.bankrate.com/investing/best-crowdfunding-platforms/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) VCs are so eager for AI startups, they're buying into each others’ SPVs at high prices(00:03:13) Silicon Valley is losing it over a tax plan some say will kill startups(00:03:29) The AI chip startup that could take down Nvidia(00:05:38) 5 Best Crowdfunding Platforms For Investing In Startups

Hong Kong’s New Listing Rules, Boosting Startup Funding, Crowdfunding Platforms, and Ag-Tech Accelerator

Hong Kong relaxes listing rules for tech startups and SPACs, opening up new opportunities. Learn how startups can boost their funding chances in the current climate. Explore the 5 best crowdfunding platforms for investing in startups. Greeley's economic development invites ag-tech startups to apply for an exclusive accelerator program. Stay updated on the latest developments in the startup ecosystem with Simply Startups.Sources:https://www.law360.com/articles/1873148/hong-kong-relaxes-listing-rules-for-tech-startups-spacshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/trevorclawson/2024/08/23/the-tricky-series-c-how-startups-can-boost-their-funding-chances/https://www.bankrate.com/investing/best-crowdfunding-platforms/https://www.greeleytribune.com/2024/08/23/greeley-economic-development-invites-ag-tech-startups-to-apply-for-accelerator-program/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Hong Kong Relaxes Listing Rules For Tech Startups, SPACs(00:03:25) The Tricky Series C: How Startups Can Boost Their Funding Chances(00:06:00) 5 Best Crowdfunding Platforms For Investing In Startups(00:09:12) Greeley economic development invites ag-tech startups to apply for accelerator program

Medtech Startups Thrive in Fairhope, Andela Appoints New CEO

Medtech startups participate in the "Hatch Powered by Bessel" accelerator program in Fairhope. Andela, a talent startup, taps an Uber exec as CEO. Plus, a former Expedia VP's startup uses AI to help smaller companies book travel. Also, the founder of failed fintech Synapse raises $11M for a new robotics startup.Sources:https://www.fox10tv.com/2024/08/23/medtech-startups-take-part-hatch-powered-by-bessel-fairhope/https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexkonrad/2024/08/22/talent-startup-andela-taps-uber-exec-as-ceo/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/22/ex-expedia-execs-startup-using-ai-to-solve-business-travel-gets-backing-from-madrona/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/22/founder-of-failed-fintech-synapse-says-hes-raised-11m-for-new-robotics-startup/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Medtech startups take part in “Hatch Powered by Bessel” in Fairhope(00:02:59) Talent Startup Andela, Once Valued At $1.5 Billion, Taps Uber Exec As CEO(00:05:21) Former Expedia VP's startup uses AI to help smaller companies book travel(00:08:54) Founder of failed fintech Synapse says he's raised $11M for new robotics startup

Femtech Startups Thrive in Investment World, Asteroid Mining Becomes Reality

Femtech startups attract investors with record venture capital. Startups like AstroForge aim to mine asteroids for precious metals and resources. Plus, FashionTech startups revolutionize the fashion industry, and health systems invest in a supply chain startup to transform healthcare delivery.Sources:https://moonshot.news/news/diversity-inclusion/femtech-startups-attracting-investors/https://thehustle.co/news/why-startups-want-to-mine-asteroidshttps://hypepotamus.com/community/education/fashion-focused-startups-in-the-southeast/https://medcitynews.com/2024/08/healthcare-supply-chain-hospital/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Femtech startups attracting investors(00:03:06) Why startups want to mine asteroids(00:06:02) Fashion-focused startups to know if you are looking to update your wardrobe(00:09:00) 3 Health Systems Invest In Supply Chain Startup

Revolutionizing Outdoor Dining, Global Accelerator for Korean Startups, Equity Management Partnership, and AI Computing Breakthrough

Introducing Re-Ply, a startup revolutionizing outdoor dining sheds for restaurants. Startup Junkie Consulting partners with the Korean Entrepreneurship Foundation for a global accelerator. Qapita collaborates with Startup Steroid to help startups manage equity and raise funds. Recogni unveils a groundbreaking computing method to slash costs and power requirements in the AI industry.Sources:https://nypost.com/2024/08/20/business/nyc-startup-pitches-outdoor-dining-sheds-that-can-be-reused/https://www.arkansasbusiness.com/article/startup-junkie-to-host-korean-startups-for-global-accelerator/https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/736508076/qapita-partners-with-startup-steroid-to-help-startups-manage-equity-and-raise-fundshttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/ai-startup-recogni-unveils-computing-130636871.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) NYC startup pitches outdoor dining sheds for restaurants that can be...(00:03:09) Startup Junkie to Host Korean Startups for Global Accelerator(00:06:07) Qapita Partners with Startup Steroid to Help Startups Manage Equity and Raise Funds(00:08:44) AI startup Recogni unveils new computing method to slash costs, power requirements

LG Electronics Invests in AI Startups, Top Accounting Software for Startups in 2024

LG Electronics invests $10 million in AI startups, positioning itself at the forefront of innovation. Plus, discover the top accounting software for startups in 2024 that will revolutionize your financial operations.Sources:https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lg-electronics-invests-10-million-071126890.htmlhttps://techbullion.com/top-5-accounting-software-for-startups-in-2024-get-your-finances-right-from-day-one/https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/bay-area-startup-launches-automated-kitchen-for-use-in-food-trucks/https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/sweet-protein-sugar-reduction-startups-oobli-better-juice-fiber/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) LG Electronics invests $10 million in AI startups(00:02:44) Top 5 Accounting Software for Startups in 2024: Get your finances right from day one(00:05:58) Bay Area startup launches automated kitchen for use in food trucks(00:08:56) 9 Sweet Protein & Sugar Reduction Startups Changing the Way We Eat

Lime Expands to Japan, Climate-Smart Agritech Opportunities

Uber-backed e-scooter startup Lime enters Japan after exiting Korea. India-Australia RISE Accelerator invites startups and MSMEs in Climate-Smart Agritech. Stay updated on the latest developments in the startup ecosystem with Simply Startups.Sources:https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-08-19/uber-backed-e-scooter-startup-lime-enters-japan-after-korea-exithttps://www.indianarrative.com/india-news/india-australia-rise-accelerator-invites-startups-and-msmes-in-climate-smart-agritech-160879.htmlhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-08-19/uber-backed-e-scooter-startup-lime-enters-japan-after-korea-exithttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-08-19/uber-backed-e-scooter-startup-lime-enters-japan-after-korea-exitOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) India-Australia RISE Accelerator invites startups and MSMEs in Climate-Smart Agritech(00:03:26) Uber-Backed E-Scooter Startup Lime Enters Japan After Korea Exit

Archer Aviation Raises $1.3B for Flying Taxis, MN Cup Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Archer Aviation secures $1.3 billion in funding for their flying taxi concept. MN Cup celebrates its 20th anniversary with 27 exceptional startup finalists. Plus, foreign venture capital funds increase investment in Japanese startups by 70%. Also, discover the next generation of billion-dollar startups in our exclusive feature.Sources:https://skift.com/2024/08/17/archer-aviation-raises-230-million-to-deploy-flying-taxis-in-2026-startup-funding-roundup/https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/kare11-saturday/startups-and-entrepreneurs-compete-in-mn-cup/89-b8a243f9-1ea0-44b0-9783-5c8170f28847https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Startups/Foreign-venture-capital-funds-increase-Japan-investment-70https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexyork/2024/08/16/unicorn-spotting-these-under-30-companies-are-on-track-to-be-billion-dollar-businesses/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Archer Aviation Raises $230 Million to Deploy Flying Taxis in 2026: Startup Funding Roundup(00:03:54) Startups and entrepreneurs compete in MN Cup(00:06:34) Foreign venture capital funds increase Japan investment 70%(00:10:39) Unicorn Spotting: These Under 30 Companies Are On Track To Be Billion-Dollar Businesses