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Did OpenAI launch the Google killer? CVC going hard on early-stage companies, Big Tech’s absurd $200B AI dump new open deals 🔥 WOW! What an Election Day in America....Don’t expect anything short of craziness this week! Get the whole story and much more at StartupDealDesk.com including... Innovation News - Has the Google-killer arrived. SearchGPT launched. - txt your ex over satellite. Apple doubles down on satellites. - Intel Out / Nvidia In. DOW Jones replaces Intel with Nvidia. Money Moves - State of CVC Q3 2024 - State of AI Q3 2024 - 10-year VC Terms Aren't Working Anymore. Why? What's next? Opportunities at ThinkFISH - Progenerative Medical. Enhanced Orthopaedic Healing - RealNose.ai. Scent Detection Diagnostic Superpower - Epic Airway Systems. Innovation through low-tech high-value airway products. Tending This Week - Big Tech Dump Eye Watering Sums of Money into AI - Crypto Investors Going WILD - Microsoft and Meta Stocks Tumble Subscribe to StartupDealDesk.com (x ThinkFISH) to stay up to date with the latest in business trends, startup and investing opportunities. #investors #founders #angels #venturecapital #familyoffice #fund #funds #fundraising #capital #investing #loans #lending #startup #startups #earlystage #technology #healthtech #medtech #tech

🚀 Exciting times in the fintech space! The latest newsletter from Startup Deal Desk highlights the increasing competition in search fintech's. As the industry evolves, new players are innovating to capture market share, making it crucial for established firms to adapt and differentiate. Don't miss out on the insights and analysis! #Fintech #Innovation #Startups #Competition #Fundraising #ThinkFISH

🚨 SPECIAL ISSUE! Fed Rate Cut and what it means for markets, VC, businesses, and consumers 3 new open funds! 🚨 TRENDING THIS WEEK 👇 🔹 Fed Rate Cuts: The Fed just cut interest rates for the first time in 4 years, ending its longest hike cycle in a decade. How will this move impact stocks, loans, and the broader economy? From mortgages to VC, the ripple effects are huge. 🔹 BlackRock & Bitcoin: With the US facing a $35T debt crisis, BlackRock predicts a surge in institutional interest in Bitcoin. Could BTC become the go-to hedge as fears around the dollar grow? 🔹 23andMe Board Exodus: In a shocking turn, all independent board members at 23andMe have resigned. With the company struggling to stay afloat, is this the final nail in the coffin for the DNA-testing giant? 💫 NEW OPEN DEALS 💫 🌟 Capital Q® Ventures Inc.: A BDC revolutionizing alternative investments with a diversified portfolio across private credit, equity, and venture capital. Raising $10M with a target of $50M by year-end. 🌟 Union Labs Ventures: Backed by Kleiner Perkins and Google Ventures, this DeepTech fund supports seed-stage startups in Climate, PropTech, and Mobility. Raising $38M for their second fund. 🌟 Virta Ventures: An early-stage fund backing ClimateTech founders with a proven track record of 6x MOIC and 75% IRR. Raising $10M pre-seed fund. ▶ Explore opportunities with Capital Q, Union Labs, and Virta Ventures. ◀ INNOVATION NEWS 🗞️ Chip giant Qualcomm made a takeover approach to rival Intel 🗞️ Telegram to provide user data to governments 🗞️ US to ban Chinese software and hardware DEALS TO WATCH 💸 AtoB raises $130M in Series C funding 💸 GC Therapeutics secures $65M in Series A 💸 AI startup Letta emerges from stealth with $10M 🔖  Read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/ezEcm4jT Don't wait for us to post the news! 🎊 Subscribe to Startup Deal Desk to get the latest deals, news, and trends in investing, startups, tech, and finance delivered straight to your inbox 💌 https://lnkd.in/eFHvygaJ

🚀 On this week's Founder Friday, we're diving into three groundbreaking startups transforming their industries 🚀 1️⃣ Tom Stevens of Tombot 🐶 Meet Tom, the visionary behind Tombot: home of the robotic puppy offering companionship to seniors with dementia. Inspired by his mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s, Tom’s creation, Jennie, provides emotional support without the hassle of pet care. With over 7,100 pre-orders and partnerships with the Cleveland Clinic, Tombot is redefining mental health care. 💡 They've already raised $10.3M and aren't slowing down. 👉 Learn more and connect with Tom: https://lnkd.in/eAYZedvb 2️⃣ Naveen Chandramohan & Dr. Adrian Grzybowski of Anu Bio 🧬 Naveen and Adrian are leading the charge in biotech, creating AI-powered immunotherapies for lung and skin cancer. Their platforms, TRAILBLAZER and PHENOMS, promise to boost clinical success and cut development costs. They’re currently raising $6M in seed funding to take their innovation to the next level. 🔗 Curious about their work? Chat with them here: https://lnkd.in/eJTCVy3x 3️⃣ Chase Allen of PCB TechArt ⚡️ Chase is revolutionizing wireless charging in the automotive industry. His company, TechArt, offers customizable charging solutions that ensure compatibility across various devices. With 1,000 units sold and a revenue goal of over $50M, TechArt is on the fast track to success. 📲 Interested in their tech? Set up a time with Chase: https://lnkd.in/edhRXKxg 🚀 Stay ahead of the curve – subscribe to Startup Deal Desk for the latest and greatest news, delivered fresh every week: https://lnkd.in/eFHvygaJ . . . #FounderFriday #Tombot #AnuBio #TechArt #Innovation #TechPioneers #Entrepreneurship #Biotech #MentalHealth #AutomotiveTech #Robotics

🚀 Founder Fridays: Meet the Visionaries Behind Elwood, Rare Breed, and Nadine West! 🚀 Founder Fridays, where we spotlight trailblazing startups and the incredible minds driving them forward! 🌟 Preetham Mallikarjuna & @Elwood 🎵 Preetham Mallikarjuna, former CPO at Simulmedia and a tech leader at ESPN/Disney, is redefining how music is created and shared. Elwood is revolutionizing content creation by allowing musicians and creators to collaborate in real time, crafting high-quality music and engaging social media content faster than ever. With impressive early results and a $1.65M funding goal for their next growth phase, Elwood is set to soar. Dive into their vision and connect with Preetham here. ✨ https://lnkd.in/e5hueHrY Tim McGraw & Rare Breed Companies 🌿 Tim McGraw, with his extensive experience in cannabis and natural health, is making waves with Rare Breed. This pioneering brand leverages whole plant extracts to offer top-notch wellness products that address a range of health needs. Rare Breed’s 5-star reviews and strong athlete endorsements highlight its impact. As they close a $1.2M Series A round, discover how Rare Breed is shaping the future of natural health. Get the scoop and chat with Tim here ✨https://lnkd.in/eQgjNaFZ Ben Munoz & Nadine West 👗 Ben Munoz, an e-commerce trailblazer and CEO of Nadine West, is on a mission to make fashion effortless for busy women. From its inception, Nadine West has grown to $70M in revenue, delivering personal styling straight to your door. As Ben leads a turnaround to drive profitability and prepare for future growth, learn more about how Nadine West is transforming personal styling. Explore their journey and connect with Ben here✨ https://lnkd.in/eY5rG23m Stay tuned, stay savvy, and remember: the future belongs to those who subscribe early. Startup Deal Desk—where every issue brings you closer to the next big thing! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eFHvygaJ . . . Which of these founders piqued your curiosity? Drop us a comment down below and let's get chatting! #Founders #investors #investor #startup #music #content  #musicians  #creators #Elwood  #cannabis  #natural  #fashion  #women #growth #inspiring #innovations

😰 IPOs on Hold, Nvidia Chip Scandal, & Data Breach Shocker! 😱 🔹 Startups Likely (or Definitely) Not Having IPOs This Year: Investor hopes for a strong 2024 IPO pipeline have dimmed. Companies like Klarna and Shein have filed but face unclear timelines, while others like Stripe and Figma remain silent. 🔹 Nvidia AI Chip Smuggling into China: Smuggling Nvidia AI chips has become a booming industry. A company in eastern China has ordered $120M worth of servers with Nvidia’s H100 chips through a broker in Malaysia. 🔹 Biggest Data Breaches of 2024: This year has seen some of the largest data breaches in history, with over 1 billion records stolen. Major incidents include breaches at AT&T, USPS, Ticketmaster, and health/pharma giants like Cencora. 🔹 US Series A and B Funding: Total Series A and B funding in H1 2024 reached $31.5B, the highest in 2 years, driven by sectors like healthcare/biotech and AI. 🔹 VC Deals Trends: Nearly 30% of VC deals are flat or down rounds, marking a decade-high. Many startups are facing valuation discounts from previous rounds. 🔹 Crypto Startups: Despite a market slowdown, VC investments in crypto startups rose 2.5% to $2.7B in Q2. 💫 New Open Deals 💫 🌟Near Horizon: An early-stage venture fund providing capital and hands-on support for AI-driven startups. Raising $25M. 🌟Infinium Venture Studio: Launching and scaling innovative companies in FinTech, MarTech, and more. Currently raising $90M. 🌟COREangels: Investing in digital health startups led by underrepresented minorities and female founders. Raising $5M. ▶ Check out Near Horizon, Infinium Venture Studio, and COREangels for exciting investment opportunities. ◀ 🔹 Recent Highlights: Halda Therapeutics: Raised $126M in a Series B extension, bringing total funding to $202M. DevRev Inc.: Secured $100M from Khosla Ventures at a $1.15B valuation. Anysphere: Raised $60M in Series A for its AI-powered coding assistant. 🔹 Shutdowns and Closures: Tally: Fintech startup shuts down after running out of cash. GARM: Ad industry group dissolves following a lawsuit from X. Score: Dating app for people with good credit closes after a successful run. 🔖 Read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/eaxREaKp Don't wait for us to post the news! 🎊 Subscribe to Startup Deal Desk to get the latest deals, news, and trends in investing, startups, tech, and finance delivered straight to your inbox 💌 https://lnkd.in/eFHvygaJ

😰 IPOs on Hold, Nvidia Chip Scandal, & Data Breach Shocker! 😱 🔹 Startups Likely (or Definitely) Not Having IPOs This Year: Investor hopes for a strong 2024 IPO pipeline have dimmed. Companies like Klarna and Shein have filed but face unclear timelines, while others like Stripe and Figma remain silent. 🔹 Nvidia AI Chip Smuggling into China: Smuggling Nvidia AI chips has become a booming industry. A company in eastern China has ordered $120M worth of servers with Nvidia’s H100 chips through a broker in Malaysia. 🔹 Biggest Data Breaches of 2024: This year has seen some of the largest data breaches in history, with over 1 billion records stolen. Major incidents include breaches at AT&T, USPS, Ticketmaster, and health/pharma giants like Cencora. 🔹 US Series A and B Funding: Total Series A and B funding in H1 2024 reached $31.5B, the highest in 2 years, driven by sectors like healthcare/biotech and AI. 🔹 VC Deals Trends: Nearly 30% of VC deals are flat or down rounds, marking a decade-high. Many startups are facing valuation discounts from previous rounds. 🔹 Crypto Startups: Despite a market slowdown, VC investments in crypto startups rose 2.5% to $2.7B in Q2. 💫 New Open Deals 💫 🌟Near Horizon: An early-stage venture fund providing capital and hands-on support for AI-driven startups. Raising $25M. 🌟Infinium Venture Studio: Launching and scaling innovative companies in FinTech, MarTech, and more. Currently raising $90M. 🌟COREangels: Investing in digital health startups led by underrepresented minorities and female founders. Raising $5M. ▶ Check out Near Horizon, Infinium Venture Studio, and COREangels for exciting investment opportunities. ◀ 🔹 Recent Highlights: Halda Therapeutics: Raised $126M in a Series B extension, bringing total funding to $202M. DevRev Inc.: Secured $100M from Khosla Ventures at a $1.15B valuation. Anysphere: Raised $60M in Series A for its AI-powered coding assistant. 🔹 Shutdowns and Closures: Tally: Fintech startup shuts down after running out of cash. GARM: Ad industry group dissolves following a lawsuit from X. Score: Dating app for people with good credit closes after a successful run. 🔖 Read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/eaxREaKp Don't wait for us to post the news! 🎊 Subscribe to Startup Deal Desk to get the latest deals, news, and trends in investing, startups, tech, and finance delivered straight to your inbox 💌 https://lnkd.in/eFHvygaJ

😲 Market Mayhem & Massive Deals 🤩 💫 Buckle Up! It's been a wild ride in the markets, but Startup Deal Desk is here to keep you informed and inspired. This Week's Headlines: 😥 Wall Street Wobbles: Stocks have been taking a beating, with the tech sector feeling the most pain. Is this a correction or a sign of a recession? 😮 OpenAI Shakeup: A co-founder jumps ship to a rival AI firm, adding fuel to the fire. 😖 Bitcoin Blues: The cryptocurrency dips below $50K for the first time since February. But wait, there's more! We've got exciting news on the startup front: 💉 Digital Health Stabilizes: After a pandemic boom, the market shows signs of finding its footing. Clean Energy Heats Up: Investors are pouring money into clean energy startups, with a focus on grid infrastructure. ⚡ 🏎 Automakers Drive Innovation: Global automakers are investing heavily in autonomous driving technology. Ready to invest in the future? Check out these promising startups: 🚀Graceful Management Systems: AI-powered project management for construction (think 30% less waste!). ️ 🚀TONA Activewear: High-performance leggings that give back to mental health. 🚀HomeStop Inc.: Specialty construction company with a proven track record. Read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/eKfrysgW Don't wait for us to post the news! Get it straight to your inbox 📬 SUBSCRIBE TODAY: https://lnkd.in/eFHvygaJ Patrick McGuire Ben Padnos Connor Nolan #WallStreet #OpenAI #Bitcoin #Market #Massive #Deals #Digital  #Health  #Investor #founders #founder #startup #startupsuccess #Automakers #Energy #AI #leggings #activewear #construction #tech #fashion

Missed last week's startup extraordinaire? Man, tough luck! Every Friday, we spotlight the brightest minds and boldest ideas. Join us as we foster connections between innovative founders and prospective investors, providing a community where both sides can learn (and potentially earn) from each other. Drumroll, please! Introducing this week's startup superstars! 💫 Tobin Brogunier has over two decades of experience working with local merchants in the biggest US cities. He built Virtual Storefronts by USPACE® as a low-cost, high-impact #marketing solution, empowering #local businesses to thrive online. Virtual Storefronts is a platform that allows local merchants to get noticed by their customers online. It offers a website solution, local SEO optimization and virtual storefront features for only $199 per year. The best part? The store owner or contractor doesn’t have to do anything–the platform does the entire setup for them. Launch your partnership with Tobin! Schedule a call today: hhttps://lnkd.in/eAvh-Ed3 🔙 💫 Ben Munoz journey to founding Nadine West is incredible. After surviving a near-fatal brain hemorrhage, he founded his own non-profit community and joined many others to help people in need. His passion for creating supportive communities and innovative solutions got him the skills to scale NW’s revenue from $0 to $70M. Nadine West mission's is to make fashion accessible and convenient for the busiest women of them all: #working #moms. It offers a monthly personal styling service that sends customers a curated outfit to their doorstep. They keep what they love and return what they don't, with a simple process through prepaid shipping labels. Join forces and innovate! Schedule a call with Ben: https://lnkd.in/efkQbSwb 🔙 💫 Paul Angott's experience as a business leader is legendary. In his 40 years as a serial entrepreneur, Paul has started 6 companies and sold 2 at very high multiples. He has over 40 patents and has sold more than $100M of his patented products. Now, he leads Innovative Billboards, redefining the billboard advertising space nationwide. Innovative Billboards, LLC's patented "Billboard in a Box™" measures 14' x 48' and offers mechanized scrolling. The product reduces costs by 40% compared to LED billboards and uses 1/10 of the electricity, slashing energy consumption by a remarkable 90%. It offers remote management through the cloud and is #weatherproof. Let's spark something great! Connect with Paul today: https://lnkd.in/e2xmV96Y 🔙 Fuel your startup fire! 🏍 Get the hottest stories from up-and-coming startups and the visionary founders behind them delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe to Startup Deal Desk now: https://lnkd.in/eFHvygaJ 🚀 Calling all startup rockstars and VC game-changers! 😎 Ready to dominate the innovation scene? Reach out and introduce yourself! We'd love to hear your story: https://lnkd.in/gAqg-ad2