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MedTech Startup Raises $13M for Real-Time AI Ultrasound Analysis, Local Startup Sherah Expands with Personal-Assistant Service for Moms

A MedTech startup secures $13 million in funding for its groundbreaking AI-powered ultrasound analysis tool. A local startup expands into Northern Virginia, offering personal-assistant services for working moms. Plus, a recipe-sharing startup makes a bold move to New York City for US growth, and a tea startup faces legal trouble after appearing on Shark Tank India.Sources:https://nocamels.com/2024/05/startup-raises-13m-for-real-time-ai-ultrasound-analysis/https://richmondbizsense.com/2024/05/06/richmond-startup-sherah-expands-into-nova-with-personal-assistant-service-for-moms/https://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/recime-nyc-new-york-move-recipe-app-startup/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/television/shark-tank-india-sends-legal-notices-to-startups-for-using-clips-from-their-own-pitch-founder-retorts-9310665/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Startup Raises $13M For Real-Time AI Ultrasound Analysis(00:03:16) Richmond startup Sherah expands into NoVa with personal-assistant service for moms(00:05:52) ReciMe cooks up a move to New York City in search of US growth(00:08:21) Shark Tank India sends legal notices to startups for using clips from their own pitch; founder retorts: ‘Kaise banega naya India?’

Deloitte Launchpad Announces 7th Cohort, Asia-Pacific Start-ups Help SMEs Measure Emissions

Deloitte Launchpad announces its seventh cohort with 10 Israeli startups. Emissions reporting: Asia-Pacific start-ups jump in to help SMEs measure and reduce emissions. Plus, crypto startups see rapid growth through 'fluid valuations' and decentralized cap tables. Also, an increase in startup companies in Tamil Nadu since 2021.Sources:https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/rkqfh2vmchttps://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3261313/climate-reporting-esg-start-ups-jump-help-smes-calculate-supply-chain-emissions-meet-tighterhttps://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-startup-valuations-fundraising/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/increase-in-startup-companies-in-tamil-nadu-since-2021/articleshow/109847818.cmsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Deloitte Launchpad announces seventh cohort with 10 Israeli startups(00:02:50) Emissions reporting: Asia-Pacific start-ups jump in to help SMEs measure, reduce(00:05:06) Crypto startups see rapid growth through 'fluid valuations' and decentralized cap tables(00:07:48) Increase in Startup Companies in Tamil Nadu Since 2021 | Chennai News

UAE Fintech Investment Soars, Houston Boosts Software Startups, and Challenges for Bangladeshi Startups

Visa highlights programmes supporting UAE startups as the region blossoms amid tough economic situations. Rice University's Mercury and Ion host inaugural Software Day to support Houston software startups. The decline in startup funding raises concerns for Bangladeshi startups. Plus, learn valuable lessons from two failed tech startups in our latest article.Sources:https://thefintechtimes.com/visa-highlights-programmes-supporting-uae-startups-as-region-blossoms-amid-tough-economic-situations/https://indiaeducationdiary.in/rice-universitys-mercury-and-ion-host-inaugural-software-day-to-support-houston-software-startups/https://www.tbsnews.net/features/panorama/why-has-money-dried-local-startups-841881https://quintenlisowe.medium.com/what-ive-learned-from-two-failed-tech-startups-c43465e75b1aOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Visa Highlights Programmes Supporting UAE Startups as Region Blossoms Amid Tough Economic Situations(00:03:54) Rice University’s Mercury and Ion Host Inaugural Software Day to Support Houston Software Startups(00:06:24) Why has the money dried up for local startups?(00:09:32) What I’ve Learned From Two Failed Tech Startups

Startups Without Borders Summit in Cairo, Nvidia’s Acquisition of Deci, Ukraine’s Killer-Drone Startup Industry, and Indian Startups’ Funding Surge

Startups Without Borders' 5th edition kicks off in Cairo this month. Nvidia completes $300 million acquisition of AI startup Deci. Inside Ukraine's killer-drone startup industry. Layoffs, departures continue as Indian startups raise $1 Bn in April: Report. Stay updated on the latest developments in the global startup ecosystem with Simply Startups.Sources:https://disruptafrica.com/2024/05/02/startups-without-borders-5th-edition-kicks-off-in-cairo-this-month/https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/bkj6phggrhttps://www.wired.com/story/ukraine-drone-startups-russia/https://entrackr.com/2024/05/layoffs-departures-continue-as-indian-startups-raise-1-bn-funding-april-report/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Startups Without Borders' 5th edition kicks off in Cairo this month(00:03:08) Nvidia completes $300 million acquisition of AI startup Deci(00:05:54) Inside Ukraine’s Killer-Drone Startup Industry(00:07:56) Layoffs, departures continue as Indian startups raise $1 Bn in April: Report

Financial Groups Support Startups, Quantum Computing Investment, African Mobility Startup Acquisition, and IIT Alumni Non-Profit

Leading financial groups support venture startups, Novo Nordisk owner invests $200 million in quantum computing startups, Kenyan mobility startup BuuPass acquires QuickBus to scale in Nigeria and SA, and a non-profit by IIT alumni helps scale startups. Learn about the initiatives, investments, and acquisitions shaping the startup ecosystem.Sources:https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2024/05/488_373855.htmlhttps://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/novo-nordisk-owner-to-invest-200-million-in-quantum-computing-startups/articleshow/109748955.cmshttps://disruptafrica.com/2024/05/01/kenyan-mobility-startup-buupass-acquires-quickbus-to-scale-in-nigeria-sa/https://indicanews.com/how-a-non-profit-by-iit-alumni-is-helping-scale-startups/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Financial groups support venture startups(00:04:23) Novo Nordisk owner to invest $200 million in quantum computing startups(00:07:05) Kenyan mobility startup BuuPass acquires QuickBus to scale in Nigeria, SA(00:09:57) How a non-profit by IIT alumni is helping scale startups

NBA Africa Launches Startup Accelerator, Healthcare Innovations in First Cohort, New VC Fund for Consumer Tech

NBA Africa opens applications for startup accelerator program. SHAAR announces success of first cohort in healthcare innovation. Intuition disrupts investment landscape with focus on consumer tech. LawTech Hub incubator announces new startup cohort in legal tech.Sources:https://disruptafrica.com/2024/04/30/nba-africa-opens-applications-for-startup-accelerator-programme/https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/h1wa7gab0https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/29/as-vc-firms-invest-more-in-b2b-startups-intuition-is-a-new-vc-fund-focusing-on-consumer-tech/https://www.artificiallawyer.com/2024/04/30/lawtech-hub-incubator-announces-its-new-startup-cohort/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) NBA Africa opens applications for startup accelerator programme(00:03:58) 10 startups complete first cohort of SHAAR- Shaare Zedek - Arieli Healthcare innovati(00:07:18) As VC firms invest more in B2B startups, Intuition is a new VC fund focusing on consumer tech(00:09:44) LawTech Hub Incubator Announces Its New Startup Cohort

Unicorn Golden Pass Boosts Malaysian Startups, Greece Introduces Tech Visa

Malaysian startups welcome the introduction of the Unicorn Golden Pass, while startups in Greece eagerly make the most of the new Tech Visa. Also, Paris-based Klineo raises €2 million to revolutionize access to clinical trials for oncology patients. Plus, sixteen African startups are feted at the Connected Summit, showcasing their incredible achievements across various sectors.Sources:https://thesun.my/business/malaysian-startups-welcome-introduction-of-unicorn-golden-pass-DJ12392166https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1237548/startups-eager-to-make-most-of-tech-visas/https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/04/paris-based-klineo-raises-e2-million-to-revolutionize-access-to-clinical-trials-for-oncology-patients/https://cioafrica.co/sixteen-african-startups-feted-at-connected-summit-2024/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Malaysian startups welcome introduction of Unicorn Golden Pass(00:03:25) Startups eager to make most of Tech Visas(00:06:15) Paris-based Klineo raises €2 million to revolutionize access to clinical trials for oncology patients(00:09:02) Sixteen African Startups Feted At Connected Summit

Grab Reports First Profitable Quarter, Europe’s Innovation Challenges, Latin American AI Startups Revolutionize Farming

Grab achieves its first-ever profitable quarter, signaling the potential of startups in Southeast Asia. Europe lags behind in innovation and start-ups, raising concerns about its competitiveness. Latin American AI startups transform farming with data-driven solutions. Plus, Chamber for Commerce and Industries Kashmir showcases 46 women-led startups, highlighting the spirit of innovation and empowerment in the region.Sources:https://fortune.com/asia/2024/04/27/grab-coo-alex-hungate-first-profitable-quarter-tremendous-upside-southeast-asia/https://thepienews.com/news/europe-lagging-behind-innovation-start-ups/https://japantoday.com/category/features/environment/'harvesting-data'-latin-american-ai-startups-transform-farminghttps://www.wionews.com/india-news/chamber-for-commerce-and-industries-kashmir-gives-platform-to-46-women-led-startups-to-show-their-talent-715788Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Grab's COO thinks there's 'tremendous upside' in fast-growing Southeast Asia after the startup recently reported its first-ever profitable quarter(00:02:51) Europe “lagging behind” in innovation and start-ups(00:06:19) 'Harvesting data': Latin American AI startups transform farming(00:08:59) Chamber for Commerce and Industries Kashmir gives platform to 46 women-led startups to show their talent

Krungsri Facilitates Japanese-Southeast Asian Partnerships, Fairfield University StartUp Showcase Winners Revealed

Krungsri initiative aims to match Japanese investors with Southeast Asian startups. Fairfield University Dolan School of Business reveals StartUp Showcase winning teams. Plus, entrepreneur secures AI startup funding via LinkedIn. Also, a startup offers marble sculptures of dogs for $10,000.Sources:https://www.nationthailand.com/business/banking-finance/40037579https://pulse2.com/fairfield-university-dolan-school-of-business-reveals-startup-showcase-winning-teams/https://www.baselinemag.com/news/entrepreneur-secures-ai-startup-funding-via-linkedin/https://www.livemint.com/news/this-startup-will-make-a-marble-sculpture-of-your-dog-for-10000-11714177422890.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Krungsri initiative aims to match Japanese investors with SE Asian startups(00:03:44) Fairfield University Dolan School Of Business Reveals StartUp Showcase Winning Teams(00:06:26) Entrepreneur secures AI startup funding via LinkedIn(00:09:06) This Startup Will Make a Marble Sculpture of Your Dog for $10,000

Milan’s Thriving Startup Ecosystem, African Pre-Seed Investments, Getir’s Strategic Challenges, and Google’s AI Program in India

Discover the 10 Milan-based startups to watch in 2024 and beyond. Madica backs 3 tech startups in Africa. Getir mulls the sale of its shopping platform n11. Google launches the AI First program in India. Join us as we explore the vibrant startup scenes in Milan, Africa, Turkey, and India, and learn about the innovative solutions and challenges faced by these emerging companies.Sources:https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/04/10-milan-based-startups-to-watch-in-2024-and-beyond/https://disruptafrica.com/2024/04/26/african-pre-seed-investment-programme-madica-backs-3-tech-startups/https://www.dailysabah.com/business/transportation/turkish-startup-getir-mulls-sale-of-shopping-platform-n11-sourceshttps://www.businesstoday.in/technology/news/story/google-for-startups-accelerator-ai-first-program-now-in-india-check-eligibility-and-how-to-apply-426994-2024-04-26Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) 10 Milan-based startups to watch in 2024 and beyond(00:03:07) African pre-seed investment programme Madica backs 3 tech startups(00:06:22) Turkish startup Getir mulls sale of shopping platform n11: Sources(00:09:29) Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First program now in India; check eligibility and how to apply