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Stord, a leader in the e-commerce logistics sector, has successfully secured $250 million in a new funding round, effectively doubling its valuation to $3 billion. The investment was led by Strike Capital, with significant participation from a group of prominent investors including Kleiner Perkins, Founders Fund, Franklin Templeton, Baillie Gifford, G Squared, and Bond. This […]

OpenRouter, a prominent force in the artificial intelligence infrastructure sector, has officially achieved unicorn status after closing a $113 million Series B funding round. The investment, spearheaded by Alphabet’s growth venture arm, CapitalG, has propelled the startup’s valuation to $1.3 billion. This milestone marks a significant leap from its $547 million valuation just one year […]

The application window for the highly anticipated Startup Battlefield 2026 is nearing its conclusion, with the final submission deadline set for May 27. This premier competition, which serves as a cornerstone of the upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt event in San Francisco this October, is actively scouting for the next wave of industry-defining ventures. Organizers are looking […]

Entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and industry innovators have only a few days remaining to secure discounted access to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The premier technology conference, scheduled to take place at San Francisco’s Moscone West from October 13 to 15, will officially close its early bird pricing window on May 29. Prospective attendees are urged to finalize […]

ClickUp, the collaboration software startup previously valued at $4 billion, has announced a significant strategic shift, reducing its workforce by 22%. CEO Zeb Evans clarified that this decision is not merely a cost-cutting measure but a deliberate move to transition the company towards an AI-centric operational model. The capital saved from this restructuring will be […]

In a venture capital environment heavily skewed toward artificial intelligence, the eSports platform Lucra has successfully secured $20 million in Series B funding. The round, led by the ARK fund, highlights a growing interest in interactive gaming technology that serves as a bridge between digital competition and consumer engagement. Lucra provides a white-label platform that […]

The window is rapidly closing for entrepreneurs, investors, and tech enthusiasts looking to secure discounted entry to one of the year’s most anticipated technology gatherings. Registrants have until May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT to lock in early bird pricing for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. After this deadline, ticket prices will transition to standard rates, marking […]

Emerging startups have only a few days remaining to submit their applications for the Startup Battlefield 200, with the final deadline set for Friday, May 27. This competitive program serves as a premier stage for early-stage companies to gain international exposure, network with prominent venture capitalists, and compete for a $100,000 equity-free cash prize. Organizers […]

The smart glasses sector has long been considered a difficult frontier for tech developers, who have struggled to balance lightweight design with the high-performance computing required for mobile integration. While the industry has faced significant hurdles regarding consumer adoption and high production costs, recent advancements in hardware and software are signaling a potential shift in […]