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[Startup News] Check out the latest tech trends happening in the global startup ecosystem and VC funding overview this week (Issue 142- October 19)???? Top startup news to follow this week: ??Acrew Capital hits five years, raises $700M ??Generative AI startups get 40% of all VC investment in cloud amid ChatGPT buzz ??BYJU'S’s founder says his edtech startup, once worth $22B, is now ‘worth zero’ ??Crypto VC Market 'Tepid' as Q3 Investments Declined 20%, Says Galaxy Digital ??Green Gravity, which is turning old mineshafts into energy storage, raises $9 million ??Swedish startup secures €32 million Series B1 to accelerate commercialization of wave energy technology ??London-based CULT MIA expands seed funding to over €4.6 million to accelerate global expansion ??Paris-based @dottxt raises €11 million to make LLMs speak the language of every application ??Stockholm-based node.vc closes €71 million fund to drive a founder-first Nordic ecosystem ??Paris-based Gladia raises €14.7 million to launch multilingual real-time audio transcription and analytics engine Read more https://lnkd.in/e8TKn374 Narine Emdjian, MBA #startups #innovation #tech #technology #technews #techtrends #venturecapital #artificialintelligence #AI #newsletter #europe #europeanunion #deeptech #climatechange #crypto #indiantech #india

?? Tech companies are often asking me if they can apply for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I and Phase II at once? GREAT NEWS ?? National Science Foundation (NSF) has recently released a SBIR/STTR Fast-Track program pilot allowing small businesses to apply for both Phase I and Phase II funding at once. With the potential for up to $1,555,000 in non-dilutive funding, this is a fantastic opportunity! ?? And the seamless transition from Phase I to Phase II is a huge plus. Plus, with the Fast-Track program, small businesses with a strong team and defined business model can really shine. This is a great chance to take your research to the next level with NSF support! ???? ?? Get ready to take your business to new heights with SBIR funding! Narine Emdjian, MBA #startups #tech #innovation #funding #smallbusinesses #sbir

?? Let’s get this straight: no venture capital firm or angel investor is ready to invest in your venture without taking any equity. Well, the good news is that the federal government is pumping millions of dollars into businesses like ours through federal grants That's right, with programs like ?Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR), you can receive cash without giving up any equity! It's like hitting the jackpot! ?? So, if you align with the government's research priorities, you could be on your way to securing the support we need to take our venture to the next level. ???? via Narine Emdjian, MBA #venturecapital #funding #startups #innovation #technology

Most common question I get from founders is how effectively apply for SBIR funding. Well, here are 7 steps to apply for SBIR Funding ?? Research and identify the agency that aligns with your business's technology or innovation. ?? Carefully review the solicitation to ensure that your proposal aligns with the agency's priorities and requirements. ??Create a detailed project plan that outlines the objectives, timeline, and deliverables of your proposed research and development activities. ??Don't forget to highlight the significance of your innovation ??Gather supporting documentation: Collect all the necessary supporting documentation, such as financial statements, resumes of key personnel, and any relevant patents or intellectual property rights. ??Craft a well-written and persuasive proposal that clearly communicates the value and feasibility of your project. ??Follow the specific submission instructions provided by the funding agency. ?? Get ready to take your business to new heights with SBIR funding! Let's go! via iFund Lab #funding #sbir #grants #startups #smallbusinesses #founder #innovation #technology #government

[Startup News] Check out the latest tech trends happening in the global startup ecosystem and VC funding overview this week (Issue 141- October 6)???? Top startup news to follow this week: ??Artificial Intelligence (AI) Spending Is Set to Hit $631 Billion in 2028: 1 Magnificent Stock to Buy Right Now Before That Happens ??OpenAI closes record $6.6B funding round at $157B valuation, plus $4B line of credit ??Crypto startups secure $691 million in venture capital during September ??AI coding startup Poolside raises $500M from eBay, Nvidia, and others ??Hedosophia leads $7M seed round into retail supply chain AI startup Ameba ??Invesco US raises its valuation of Swiggy to $13.3B ??Numa raises $32M to bring AI and automation to car dealerships ??Aachen-based Voltfang secures €8.8 million Series A to accelerate growth in green energy storage ??Kurma Partners raises €140 million first close of new €250 million Biofund IV ??French startup Rivrs raises €4 million to lead the way in UGC video game creation Read more https://lnkd.in/e5rJgP8q via iFund Lab #startups #innovation #tech #technology #technews #techtrends #venturecapital #artificialintelligence #AI #newsletter #europe #cybersecurity #europeanunion #founders #deeptech #climatechange #frenchtech #crypto

Let's understand what is a non-dilutive funding? Non-dilutive funding is a game-changer for businesses? offering a cash you need without sacrificing any ownership or control of your company. ?? How amazing is that? ?? Whether it's through grants, awards, or government incentives, non-dilutive funding is a fantastic way to fuel your growth without giving up equity. It's a win-win situation that can take your business to the next level without diluting your stake in the company. So, if you're looking to boost your business without losing control, non-dilutive funding is the way to go! ?? Drop a comment with your biggest funding challenge, and let's brainstorm solutions together! Narine Emdjian, MBA #funding #startups #smallbusinesses #innovation #tech #technology #sbir #grants #venturecapitals #opportunity

?? FUNDING ALERT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES The National Institutes of Health has huge funding available for small businesses and research organizations working on solutions for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD). The NIA SBIR and STTR funding offers higher budget limits of up to $500,000 for Phase I and $2.5 million for Phase II. This is an amazing opportunity to make a real impact and develop interventions and therapeutics for AD/ADRD. So, if you have innovative ideas and a passion for making a difference, don't miss out on this unprecedented research and development budget! Let's work together to tackle this important challenge! ?????????? via Narine Emdjian, MBA #startups #healthcare #Alzheimer #innovation #technology #funding #venturecapital #sbir #medtech #digitaltech #research #smallbusiness

[Startup News] Check out the latest tech trends happening in the global startup ecosystem and VC funding overview this week (Issue 140- September 28)???? Top startup news to follow this week: ??Arch closes $3B-plus fund as biotech investment environment shows more signs of a revival ??Spanish VC closes $200M fund with plan to broaden investments worldwide ??Israeli AI startup forges $18m partnership with AstraZeneca for cancer drug trials ??Startup aiming to bring robotics into interventional radiology raises $73M ??AI startup Scribenote raises $8.2 mln in Andreessen Horowitz-led funding round ??Amazon’s $4 billion partnership with AI startup Anthropic gets UK competition clearance ??Prepared, which wants to ‘revolutionize’ emergency 911 calls, raises $27M ??French startup SURGAR raises €11 million to deploy AR for minimally invasive surgery ??London-based Raycast raises €27 million Series B to help iOS and Windows enhance productivity ??German company Enginsight GmbH gets €6 million to strengthen cybersecurity for SMEs Read more https://lnkd.in/e2Cw5u7u via Narine Emdjian, MBA #startups #innovation #tech #technology #technews #techtrends #venturecapital #artificialintelligence #AI #newsletter #europe #cybersecurity #europeanunion #founders #deeptech #healthcare #climatechange #robotics

"It's too complicated." ?? How many times have you said this about federal grants? Listen up, founders! ?? I hear you grumbling about government bureaucracy and paperwork. But here's a surprise: it's not as messy as you think! Federal grants can be a game-changer for your startup. ?? And guess what? The process is getting simpler every day. Don't let myths hold you back from free money and amazing opportunities. ?? Curious? Let's chat about how grants could boost your business. Drop a ?? if you want to learn more! via Narine Emdjian, MBA #Startup #Funding #FederalGrants #EntrepreneurTips #grants

?? Did you know that **$4 billion** in non-dilutive funding ?? is up for grabs each year through SBIR grants? Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants are a game-changer for startups and small businesses. These grants offer a unique opportunity to fund your innovative ideas without giving up equity. ?? Here's why SBIR grants matter: ?Free money for R&D ?No equity dilution ?Credibility boost for future funding But that's not all! The startup funding landscape is evolving: ?VCs are getting more selective ?Alternative funding sources are on the rise ?Industry collaborations are becoming crucial Are you tapping into these opportunities? Let's chat about how you can leverage SBIR grants and other funding options to fuel your business growth. ?? Drop a comment with your biggest funding challenge, and let's brainstorm solutions together! via Narine Emdjian, MBA #funding #startups #smallbusinesses #innovation #tech #technology #sbir #grants #venturecapitals #vc #opportunity