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16:03

Tesla's Turbulence, Fintech Frenzy, AI Investment...

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2024/04/20

TechCrunch featured Tesla's eventful week alongside Ramp and Cherub's success in the fintech startup scene. The Equity podcast discussed these topics, consumer investing trends, and transportation news. Additionally, the AI industry faced a decrease in investments, with specific AI applications still receiving funding. Lastly, an author shared their experience using self-resembling avatars in video games for self-exploration and identity expression, emphasizing LGBTQ representation

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The Extended Cut for 04/19/2024

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2024/04/19

The Extended Cut for 04/19/2024Discussions around the potential shift to a four-day workweek are growing amidst predictions from experts like Steven Cohen and Jefferies. Investment opportunities in industries like golf and video games are being considered as a result of this potential cultural shift, with implications for the economy and the entertainment/leisure industry. Jaclyn Johnson and Angeline Vuong co-founded Cherub, a platform that connects angel investors with entrepreneurs based

16:51

EV Industry Struggles, Tesla's Charging Corridor,...

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2024/04/19

Startups in the electric vehicle industry, despite government backing, have struggled due to underestimating capital requirements, with Tesla emerging as a dominant force. Meanwhile, Tesla persists in establishing a charging corridor for electric big rigs named TESSERACT, facing challenges like funding issues and internal reorganization. Additionally, various companies like Safe, Aether, Nodle, FundStrat, Ordz Games, ARPA, Nym, Matter Labs, Nibiru, Aptos, Brevan Howard, SK Telecom, and

15:00

Ramp Secures $150 Million, Ehang's eVTOL...

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2024/04/18

Spend management startup Ramp secures $150 million in funding from Khosla Ventures and Founders Fund to enhance innovation through AI. Ehang's EH216 becomes the first eVTOL aircraft with a 'type certificate', aiming to provide automated urban transportation and sightseeing in China. Despite initial success, Palworld encounters copycats from well-funded rivals, prompting discussions on industry creativity and game development practices.

12:19

The Extended Cut for 04/17/2024

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2024/04/17

The Extended Cut for 04/17/2024FLO, led by Louis Tremblay, is a key player in the development of EV charging infrastructure, addressing challenges in the transition to electric vehicles with a focus on reliability and user experience. Their efforts in building a robust network of charging stations have been key in the fight against climate change. Seattle-based tax software company Avalara announces Ross Tennenbaum as its new president while he continues to keep his CFO role. The company

15:10

Andreessen Horowitz's $7.2B Boost, Bay Bridge...

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2024/04/17

Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz has raised $7.2 billion across five funds, focusing on growth, AI, apps, games, and American dynamism despite a slowdown in the broader market and limited tech IPOs since 2021. Bay Bridge Ventures is also raising a new $200 million climate fund supported by partners from diverse financial backgrounds. The success of video game adaptations like the Fallout TV series lies in balancing respect for the source material with creative expansion, attracting

5:35

The Extended Cut for 04/16/2024

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2024/04/16

The Extended Cut for 04/16/2024Galvanick, founded by former White House and Amazon security experts, provides industrial cybersecurity solutions to monitor for potential breaches in aerospace and telecom sectors. The startup aims to combat the increasing threat of cyberattacks targeting industrial operations by analyzing data and providing alerts for abnormal activity. From gaming to productivity, modern laptops offer powerful performance and portability, with options like 2-in-1s and

16:41

Data Tech Fund's Data-Driven Approach, Radious...

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2024/04/16

Ravi Grover, a general partner at Data Tech Fund, highlights the significance of quality data for driving AI applications and services. The fund, led by a diverse team of ex-Facebook engineering leaders, has secured $10 million for its initial fund, focusing on supporting businesses utilizing data and AI in various sectors. Meanwhile, Radious, a startup from Portland, has broadened its collaborative workspace marketplace in residential properties nationwide by introducing a curation service

15:43

Lilium's Green Jet, Startup Funding Slowdown, Apple's...

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2024/04/15

German aerospace company Lilium plans to introduce an eVTOL jet by 2026, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions with a longer range compared to competitors, supported by Tencent and Earlybird Venture Capital. In the U.S., startup fundraising activity saw a slowdown in the first quarter of 2024, with lower deal values and heightened investor expectations, although companies like ProfoundBio and EigenLayer managed to secure significant funding. Apple is set to launch a new M4 chip emphasizing AI

15:43

Lilium's Green Jet, Startup Funding Slowdown, Apple's...

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2024/04/15

15:34

Bioscience Profitability, Startup Acquisitions, AI...

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2024/04/14

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16:52

Lilium's Sustainable eVTOL Innovation, U.S. Startup...

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2024/04/13

German aerospace company Lilium, backed by Tencent and Earlybird Venture Capital, is developing an eVTOL jet to reduce CO2 emissions and plans to launch it by 2026, offering a longer range than its competitors. In the U.S., startup fundraising in early 2024 saw stagnation with lower deal values and higher investor expectations, but companies like ProfoundBio and EigenLayer secured significant funding. Meanwhile, Apple is set to introduce a new M4 chip focusing on AI capabilities, updating

15:19

AI Accessories Disrupt Consumer Tech, Seed Health's...

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2024/04/12

Consumer tech industry, primarily driven by smartphones, is experiencing disruption from startups like Humane introducing innovative AI accessories such as the Ai Pin. Co-founders with Apple background are challenging industry norms with a subscription-based model. Seed Health, a bioscience startup founded in 2015, has attained profitability through consumer products like DS-01 probiotic supplements and is investing in frontier science related to probiotics using their computational biology

11:31

The Extended Cut for 04/11/2024

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2024/04/11

The Extended Cut for 04/11/2024Seattle startup Bayou Energy secures funding for real-time energy consumption data tool aimed at clean energy businesses. Their technology integrates with U.S. utilities to provide valuable insights on energy usage and emissions, attracting over 40 companies. Turkish startup ikas secures $20 million for its e-commerce platform, aiming to simplify store management for small businesses and expand into new European markets. The investment was led by the

17:15

Microsoft Build Conference Highlights AI Tools,...

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2024/04/11

Microsoft showcases new AI tools for PCs and cloud usage at its Build conference to improve user interaction on Windows and enhance AI models for developers, with Mustafa Suleyman from DeepMind leading Microsoft's AI efforts. Curious, an investment firm in Seattle, acquires Convox, an infrastructure company aiding developers in deploying applications, focusing on supporting software startups lacking funding. In the video game industry of 2024, studios heavily rely on remakes and remasters

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The Extended Cut for 04/10/2024

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2024/04/10

The Extended Cut for 04/10/2024 Venture interest in fusion startups remains strong as Proxima Fusion, a spin-out from Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics, raises €20 million to build fusion power plants using innovative stellarator technology. The company aims to achieve viable nuclear fusion energy by the mid-2030s. At the WEF Annual Meeting, Intel introduced the Gaudi 3, an AI chip that is more power-efficient and faster than Nvidia's H100 GPU. The chip will be available in the third

13:52

Microsoft Security Breach, NetEase Blizzard...

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2024/04/10

Microsoft recently addressed a security oversight that exposed internal passwords and credentials on a cloud storage server, emphasizing persistent security issues. Additionally, Microsoft partnered with NetEase to reintroduce Blizzard games to China after a previous fallout in 2023, and the collaboration extends to developing new titles for Xbox consoles. Meanwhile, Google introduced an Arm-based server chip at their Cloud Next conference to rival Amazon and Microsoft in cloud

16:12

Cloud AI in Governance, Game Preservation, and...

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2024/04/09

Larry Ellison of Oracle envisions governments utilizing cloud infrastructure and AI to enhance efficiency across sectors like healthcare, education, and agriculture. Meanwhile, Xbox is emphasizing game preservation amidst the industry shift towards digital formats by creating a dedicated team for this purpose. Additionally, Microsoft is advancing its consumer AI initiatives by setting up a hub in London under the leadership of Jordan Hoffmann from Inflection AI, aligning with CEO Satya

15:50

Y Combinator Startups, Nvidia's Expansion, and Gaming...

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2024/04/08

TechCrunch's Equity podcast delves into Y Combinator startups, upcoming IPOs by Ibotta and Rubrik, shedding light on the startup landscape. Nvidia's plan to establish an artificial intelligence center in Indonesia is set to enhance local infrastructure and talent, marking the company's expansion into Southeast Asia. AI upscaling technologies like DLSS, XeSS, and FSR from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel have revolutionized gaming on lower-budget PCs, enabling players to enjoy top-notch gameplay

15:10

Y Combinator Startups, Boston's Innovation Scene, GPU...

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2024/04/07

The stories cover a variety of topics. The first story discusses the latest Y Combinator startups, highlighting AI companies' dominance, financial struggles of Truth Social and Canoo, the success of Kidsy in baby gear, and shutdowns of Ghost Autonomy and Rivian. The second story focuses on Boston's thriving startup ecosystem attributed to universities nurturing innovation, a talented workforce, and a track record of successful companies. Lastly, the fourth story offers guidance on

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