Category: Startups

Here, a fractional short-term vacation rental marketplace, has ceased its investment platform operations after a little over two years in business. Based in Miami, the startup, which had secured approximately $5 million in funding, announced on January 3 its decision to shut down the platform, citing challenges posed by the current interest rate environment and...

Sony, renowned for its electronics, gaming, and entertainment products, is leading the charge in the realm of NFTs and content authenticity. At CES 2024, the conglomerate unveiled an in-camera digital signature technology, akin to a “birth certificate,” for images captured with their devices. While not explicitly labeled as NFTs, this technology mirrors the fundamental concept...

Will.i.am, the multifaceted artist and entrepreneur, is revolutionizing the in-car music experience with his latest venture, Sound Drive. Unveiled at CES 2024, Sound Drive promises to redefine how we interact with music while on the road. The Concept Behind Sound Drive At its core, Sound Drive aims to synchronize music with the dynamics of driving....

Driving Growth in Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance Governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) represent vital facets of modern enterprise operations, attracting significant venture capital investments in recent years. With an estimated 1,500 vendors offering GRC software, the sector has witnessed substantial funding, totaling $28.7 billion by 2021, as reported by Tracxn, a leading private...

Genesis of Deco.cx Guilherme Rodrigues, Luciano Junior, and Rafael Crespo crossed paths while employed at VTEX, a leading commerce company specializing in web storefront management tools. Their shared vision of empowering brands to exert greater control over their website front ends spurred the creation of Deco.cx. This Brazil-based startup emerged from a desire to simplify...

A Rising Star in Agtech Robotics Burro, formerly known as Augean, has been making waves in the agtech robotics sector since its emergence in 2017. However, it was in recent years that the Philadelphia-based firm truly gained momentum, showcasing significant growth and innovation in its agricultural technology offerings. The company’s journey into prominence caught the...

Strategic Restructuring Amid Financial Challenges Unity, the renowned creator of a video game engine widely utilized in the gaming industry, is once again undergoing significant restructuring, leading to another round of layoffs. Approximately 1,800 employees, representing 25% of the workforce, are slated to lose their jobs in the coming weeks as Unity strives to bolster...

Empowering Tech Entrepreneurs AppDirect, headquartered in San Francisco and Montreal, is a leading platform facilitating the purchase, sale, and management of technology solutions through a network of IT advisors. Recently, the company announced a significant milestone with the infusion of $100 million from CDPQ to bolster its financing program tailored for small- and medium-sized tech...

Addressing Educational Challenges Navigating the educational landscape can be particularly challenging for students with special needs, exacerbated by the shortage of qualified teachers and specialists. Parallel Learning aims to alleviate this issue through its teletherapy platform, which collaborates with school districts to develop tailored plans for each student. Designed for children from kindergarten to twelfth...

Revolutionizing Performance Reviews The process of conducting employee performance reviews can often be cumbersome and time-consuming. Surveys reveal that nearly 60% of businesses rely on basic spreadsheets to track staff performance, resulting in managers spending one to two weeks completing a single review. Recognizing the need for a more efficient solution, Ben Hastings and Jon...