
TechCrunch Startup News
Listen to select TechCrunch articles on startups coverage—who's raising, who's exiting, who's changing the world.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 6min
Multiverse, the apprenticeship unicorn, acquires Searchlight to put a focus on AI
Multiverse, the U.K. unicorn that builds apprenticeship programs for people to learn technology skills while on the job, has made an acquisition as it aims to skill up itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 10, 2024 • 5min
Sprinto raises $20M to bring automation to security compliance management
Sprinto, a startup offering a security compliance and risk platform, has raised $20 million in new investment led by Accel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 9, 2024 • 6min
Coalesce raises more cash to transform data for Snowflake customers
Coalesce is revolutionizing data transformation for Snowflake users, saving time and money by automating mundane tasks. The founders discuss their platform's focus on efficiency and upcoming AI projects.

Apr 9, 2024 • 4min
DataStax acquires the startup behind low-code AI builder Langflow
DataStax acquires LogSpace, creators of Langflow low-code tool, to focus on Gen AI stack. Aim is to democratize Gen AI development and provide developers with enhanced resources for application building.

Apr 8, 2024 • 6min
Belgian computer vision startup Robovision eyes U.S. expansion to address labor shortages
Robovision, a Belgian startup, secures $42M to democratize deep learning tools for businesses. They are expanding to the US to address labor shortages in sectors like agriculture and manufacturing. Investors include Estenar Ventures and Target Global.

Apr 8, 2024 • 6min
Varda Space’s orbital drug factory success fuels $90M in new funding
Varda Space Industries secures $90M funding after successful drug manufacturing in orbit, plans for future expansion in space missions and pharmaceutical research.

Apr 6, 2024 • 5min
Retro, an actually good photo-sharing app for BFFs, launches collaborative journals
A discussion on Retro, a unique photo-sharing app, that focuses on collaborative journals to strengthen personal connections through shared visual stories, contrasting with big social apps focusing on algorithmic feeds and personalized recommendations.

Apr 5, 2024 • 6min
Jobs for the Future’s new $50M fund looks to invest in underrepresented founders
Explore how Jobs for the Future's new $50M fund aims to invest in underrepresented founders in HR, education, and workforce sectors, with initial check sizes ranging from $250,000 to $1 million for economic advancement of marginalized populations.

Apr 4, 2024 • 6min
Hailo lands $120 million to keep battling Nvidia as most AI chip startups struggle
Discover the challenges faced by AI chip startups in the shadow of Nvidia's dominance, with a focus on Hailo and its innovative low-power AI chips for edge devices. Explore the competitive landscape and funding climate in the industry.

Apr 4, 2024 • 5min
Full Glass Wine raises $14M to continue acquiring DTC wine marketplaces, buys Bright Cellars
A brand acquisition management startup specializing in acquiring wine marketplaces raised $14 million in a Series A round. They acquired Bright Cellars, focusing on tech, personalization, and overcoming industry challenges for growth.