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Product Launch

iOS App Confirms Grok 3.5 Is Imminent

OpenAI

Growth Prediction

It is possible that OpenAI will grow

OpenAI

Growth Insight

OpenAI raised $40 billion in a funding round led by SoftBank, valuing the company at $300 billion. This funding round is noted as the largest private tech funding round ever recorded. The investment will support OpenAI's ongoing projects, including the Stargate initiative for AI infrastructure, which aims to invest $500 billion over four years. OpenAI's revenue from its ChatGPT service increased by 30% over three months, growing from $333 million to $415 million monthly, attributed to a rise in paid subscribers from 15.5 million to over 20 million. Additionally, OpenAI's ChatGPT user base reached 500 million weekly active users, marking significant growth in user adoption and engagement. Despite these successes, OpenAI projected losses of approximately $5 billion in 2023 against revenues of $3.7 billion, indicating ongoing financial challenges.

OpenAI

IPO Prediction

It is possible that OpenAI will IPO

Bitget

Product Launch

Bitget Gains Market Share in April 2025 Monthly Report Highlights

Anthropic

Acquisition Prediction

It is possible that Anthropic will be acquired

A16Z GAMES Speedrun

Investor Insight

A16Z GAMES Speedrun invests in seed to early-stage gaming, AI, and software companies, focusing on San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York in the United States.

Anthropic

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Anthropic will grow

Indigo

Partnership Announcement

Turkish Airlines partnership provides multiple benefits to travellers, enhances connectivity: IndiGo

xAI

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that xAI will grow

Anthropic

Growth Insight

Anthropic expanded its European operations by creating over 100 new jobs across its Dublin and London offices to meet growing demand for its AI chatbot, Claude. The company also opened a new research-focused office in Zurich, driven by demand from European businesses. Anthropic's annualized revenue reached $1.4 billion in early March 2025, up from $1 billion at the end of 2024, indicating a strong start to the year. Additionally, Anthropic raised $3.5 billion in a Series E funding round, achieving a post-money valuation of $61.5 billion. This funding round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and included participation from other major investors. The funds will be used to advance AI systems, expand compute capacity, and accelerate international expansion. Anthropic's revenue increased by 30% in 2025, driven by its AI chatbot Claude and API services, and the company projected its revenue to reach $34.5 billion by 2027.

xAI

Funding Prediction

It is possible that xAI will raise funding

Akia

Partnership Announcement

Leading the Charge: Kia Unveils Bold Vision for the Future of Mobility

xAI

Acquisition Prediction

It is possible that xAI will be acquired

European Innovation Coouncil Pathfinder

Investor Insight

European Innovation Coouncil Pathfinder invests in grant and pre-seed stages in CleanTech, Energy, and Renewable Energy sectors, focusing on Science, Engineering, and Sustainability across Croatia, Ireland, and Germany in Europe.

Perplexity

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Perplexity will grow

AbbVie

Legal Proceeding

7th Circ. Weighs AbbVie Whistleblower's Drug Marketing Suit

Perplexity

Funding Prediction

It is possible that Perplexity will raise funding

xAI

Growth Insight

xAI acquired the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, in an all-stock deal valued at $33 billion. This acquisition was part of a broader strategy to integrate xAI's advanced AI capabilities with X's extensive user base, creating a combined entity valued at $80 billion. The merger aimed to leverage X's data streams to enhance xAI's models and utilize xAI's tools to expand X's features. Additionally, xAI raised $6 billion in a Series C funding round, increasing its valuation to $45 billion, with participation from major investors including BlackRock, Nvidia, and AMD. This funding supports xAI's expansion in AI technologies and infrastructure, including the development of its Colossus supercomputer, which is designed to enhance AI model training capabilities.

B Capital

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that B Capital will grow

OpenAI

Award

Apple still the world’s most valuable brand, per new Kantar report

General Catalyst

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that General Catalyst will grow

ESA

Investor Insight

ESA invests in seed-stage and grant-funded companies in AI, agriculture, and agtech, focusing on data, hardware, and software sectors across Bremen, Berlin, and London in Europe.

Nothing

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Nothing will grow

BigID

Leadership Hire

BigID Expands Global Partner Strategy with Appointment of Ian Williamson as SVP of Global Channel & Alliances

Nothing

Acquisition Prediction

It is possible that Nothing will be acquired

CoreWeave

Growth Insight

CoreWeave reported a significant revenue increase of 737% in 2024, reaching $1.9 billion, compared to $229 million in 2023. This growth was largely driven by its major customer, Microsoft, which accounted for 62% of its revenue. In its first quarter as a public company, CoreWeave reported revenue of $981.6 million, a fivefold increase year-over-year, surpassing analyst estimates by over $100 million. Despite this revenue growth, the company faced substantial financial challenges, reporting a net loss of $863 million in 2024 and an adjusted loss of approximately 60 cents per share in its first quarterly results as a public company. CoreWeave also completed a $1.5 billion IPO, which was priced at $40 per share, below the initially expected range of $47 to $55, and raised less than the targeted $2.7 billion. The IPO was supported by a $250 million investment from Nvidia, which helped anchor the offering. Additionally, CoreWeave signed a significant $12 billion contract with OpenAI ahead of its IPO, indicating strong market interest and potential for future growth.

Y Combinator

IPO Prediction

It is possible that Y Combinator will IPO

Remitly

Product Launch

Spring Tech Watch 2025: This Seattle Fintech Is Making Impact Stick Across the Globe

Y Combinator

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Y Combinator will grow

Pioneer Fund

Investor Insight

Pioneer Fund invests in pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages, focusing on artificial intelligence, software, and information technology across San Francisco, Munich, and Berlin.

Chainguard

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Chainguard will grow

Legendary Entertainment

Leadership Hire

‘Dune’ Producer Legendary Elevates Di Mu to CEO of China Division

European Investment Bank

IPO Prediction

It is very likely that European Investment Bank will IPO

TPG

Growth Insight

TPG completed a take-private buyout of Altus Power, valuing the company at approximately $2.2 billion. This acquisition allowed TPG to expand its portfolio in the renewable energy sector. Additionally, TPG and Corpay agreed to acquire AvidXchange Holdings for $2.2 billion, with shareholders set to receive $10.00 per share in cash. TPG's Total Assets Under Management (AUM) increased by 11% to $246 billion, and Fee-Related Revenues for Q4 were reported at $461.41 million, a decrease of 0.7% year-over-year. TPG projected quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $463.18 million. Furthermore, TPG's fundraising efforts showed confidence, with $57 billion in dry powder to deploy and a target of $13 billion for its 10th flagship buyout fund, which is $1 billion more than its previous flagship fund's raise.

European Investment Bank

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that European Investment Bank will grow

Perfect

Product Launch

Perfect Corp. Launches YouCam AI Chat: Your All-in-One AI Assistant in the Palm of Your Hand

BitGo

IPO Prediction

It is possible that BitGo will IPO

FasterCapital

Investor Insight

FasterCapital invests in seed to early-stage companies in AI, education, and event management, focusing on software and science sectors across Africa and Asia, including South Africa, Uganda, and Pakistan.

BitGo

Growth Prediction

It is possible that BitGo will grow

Comcast

Partnership Announcement

Xfinity customers are getting a free perk starting this weekend

Writer

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Writer will grow

Franklin Templeton

Growth Insight

Franklin Templeton completed its acquisition of Putnam Investments for $925 million in January 2024, which expanded its investment capabilities and distribution footprint globally. The company's investment management fees rose 9% to $1.8 billion in the quarter, contributing to a profit of $320.5 million, or 59 cents per share, which beat analysts' estimates of 53 cents per share. Additionally, Franklin Templeton raised $24 million for its debut India credit-focused alternative investment fund, Franklin India Credit AIF – Scheme I, out of a targeted $120 million corpus. The fund will invest in debt securities, focusing on the financial services sector. Furthermore, Franklin Templeton and Lexington Partners launched the Franklin Lexington Private Markets Fund (FLEX), a new open-end fund focused on secondary private equity investments, with $904.5 million in assets under management.

Tribe Capital

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Tribe Capital will grow

BNP Paribas

Legal Proceeding

Banks Curb Some Equity Derivatives Trades in Paris Over Tax Law

SevenRooms

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that SevenRooms will grow

Alumni Ventures

Investor Insight

Alumni Ventures invests in seed to early-stage companies in artificial intelligence, software, and information technology, focusing on San Francisco, New York, and Cambridge in the United States.

Function Health

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Function Health will grow

SpyCloud

Leadership Hire

Changes in the Channel: People Moves and Shakeups May 12-16

Zepto

Acquisition Prediction

It is possible that Zepto will be acquired

Perplexity

Growth Insight

Perplexity AI raised $500 million in its fourth funding round, tripling its valuation to $9 billion. The funding round was led by Institutional Venture Partners and included participation from notable investors such as Jeff Bezos and Nvidia. Additionally, Perplexity AI's annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached $80 million in January 2025, reflecting a 60% increase from $50 million in October 2024. The company also experienced significant growth in its user base, with daily queries increasing from 2.5 million to 20 million and active users reaching 15 million as of March 2025. Furthermore, Perplexity AI's Super Bowl marketing strategy led to a 50% increase in app installs, demonstrating the effectiveness of their marketing efforts.

Zepto

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Zepto will grow

Marriott International

Partnership Announcement

The Farm at San Benito to reopen as PH’s first Autograph Collection resort

Honor

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Honor will grow

Upscalers

Investor Insight

Upscalers invests in seed and angel rounds in software, personal health, and app sectors, with a focus on software, internet services, and data analytics across London, Paris, and Sint-martens-latem in Europe.

Glean

IPO Prediction

It is possible that Glean will IPO

THG

Layoff

THG cuts headcount 60% in three years

Glean

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Glean will grow

Coinbase

Growth Insight

Coinbase announced the acquisition of Deribit, a leading crypto options exchange, for approximately $2.9 billion, consisting of $700 million in cash and 11 million shares of Coinbase stock. This acquisition aimed to expand Coinbase's presence in the crypto derivatives market and was noted as the largest deal in the crypto industry to date. Additionally, Coinbase reported a total revenue of $2.03 billion in Q1 2025, reflecting a 24% year-over-year increase, although it missed analyst expectations of $2.1 billion. The company also experienced a significant increase in its user base, with Coinbase's Base network adding 13.7 million new users in October 2024, surpassing Ethereum in user acquisition. Despite these positive metrics, Coinbase faced challenges, including a 12% quarter-over-quarter decline in trading volumes in Q1 2025 and a reported adjusted net income drop to $526.6 million from $679.2 million a year earlier, indicating increased expenses. Furthermore, Coinbase's stock price experienced volatility, dropping significantly due to market conditions and a data breach incident that could cost the company up to $400 million.

Plug and Play

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Plug and Play will grow

Squarespace

Award

Best AI Website Builder (May 2025): Squarespace Awarded Top AI Site Creator by SoftwareExperts.org

Plug and Play

IPO Prediction

It is possible that Plug and Play will IPO

Y Combinator

Investor Insight

Y Combinator invests in seed to early-stage companies in artificial intelligence, software, and information technology, focusing on North America and Europe.

Gemini

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Gemini will grow

Ripple

Legal Proceeding

Ripple-SEC lawsuit: No end in sight? Judge Torres denies key request

Gemini

IPO Prediction

It is very likely that Gemini will IPO

Zepto

Growth Insight

Zepto reported significant growth metrics, achieving an annualized gross order value nearing $4 billion, which represented a 300% year-on-year increase. The company also experienced a 120% rise in operating revenue for FY24, reaching ₹4,454 crore, up from ₹2,025 crore in FY23. Additionally, Zepto's sales surged by 200% on New Year's Eve compared to the previous year, and the company saw a notable increase in its customer base, with average monthly users rising from 6 million in May 2022 to 31 million in November 2024. Zepto Cafe, a 10-minute food delivery service, reached a milestone of 100,000 daily orders, marking a 50% month-on-month growth. Furthermore, Zepto created approximately 1.5 lakh jobs within 3.5 years, contributing significantly to employment in India. The company also raised over $1.3 billion in funding across multiple rounds in 2024, positioning itself as a leading player in the quick commerce sector.

Replit

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Replit will grow

Acast

Product Launch

New Podcast Service Combines Host Voiceovers With Programmatic Targeting

Nourish

Acquisition Prediction

It is possible that Nourish will be acquired

EuroCC-Austria

Investor Insight

EuroCC-Austria provides grants to companies in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and civic tech sectors, focusing on Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom, and Europe.

Nourish

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Nourish will grow

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Product Launch

Lab on Chips Market Size to Worth USD 15.58 Billion by 2032, at 9.71% CAGR | Research by SNS Insider

Protect AI

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Protect AI will grow

Andreessen Horowitz

Growth Insight

Andreessen Horowitz raised a $20 billion megafund focused on growth-stage investments in AI companies, marking the largest fund in the firm's history. This initiative aimed to capitalize on global interest in U.S. AI startups and was seen as a significant move amid economic challenges. Additionally, the firm reduced the target size of its AH Bio Fund V by 50 percent, which was the first time this strategy had been downsized since its inception 10 years ago. The IPO market remained slow, with only 10 portfolio companies from major investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Sequoia Capital going public since 2023, and none in 2025 so far.

Protect AI

IPO Prediction

It is possible that Protect AI will IPO

Beam

Legal Proceeding

Regulatory actions for May 14, 2025

Spring Health

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Spring Health will grow

Fortress Investment Group

Investor Insight

Fortress Investment Group invests in debt financing, post-IPO debt, and equity in financial services, software, and fintech sectors, focusing on mature companies across the US and UK.

Agility Robotics

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Agility Robotics will grow

BLUETTI

Product Launch

BLUETTI Unveils Innovative Portable Power Solutions at 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo

Agility Robotics

Acquisition Prediction

It is possible that Agility Robotics will be acquired

Chainguard

Growth Insight

Chainguard experienced a five-fold year-over-year growth in its customer base in 2024. The company reported a sevenfold increase in annual recurring revenue, reaching $40 million in fiscal year 2025. Chainguard completed a Series D funding round, raising $356 million and reaching a $3.5 billion post-money valuation. The funding round brought Chainguard's total funding to $612 million. Additionally, the company more than doubled its employee count in less than a year, reflecting significant workforce growth as it scaled rapidly.

Cohere

IPO Prediction

It is possible that Cohere will IPO

JP Morgan Chase

Layoff

JPMorgan Chase plans 300+ job cuts this year in NJ

Cohere

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Cohere will grow

Form Ventures

Investor Insight

Form Ventures focuses on seed to early-stage investments in financial services, software, and healthcare industries, with a geographical focus on the UK and Ireland.

MoonPay

IPO Prediction

It is possible that MoonPay will IPO

Glia

Award

Glia Named a 2025 Best Place to Work in Fintech by American Banker for Fourth Consecutive Year

MoonPay

Growth Prediction

It is possible that MoonPay will grow

Ather Energy

Growth Insight

Ather Energy reported a 29% year-on-year increase in revenue for Q4 FY25, reaching ₹676 crore, up from ₹523 crore in the same period the previous year. For the full fiscal year, revenue rose 29% to ₹2,225 crore. The company also achieved a 45% volume growth in the previous fiscal year, driven by strong product performance. Ather Energy's electric two-wheeler sales increased to 12,101 units in January 2025, up from 10,506 units in December 2024. Additionally, Ather Energy's market share in the electric two-wheeler segment grew to 15% in Q4 FY2025, up from 11% in Q3, reflecting successful product launches. The company trimmed its losses by 17% year-on-year to ₹234.4 crore in Q4 FY25. Ather Energy also expanded its workforce by 11.9% from March 2024 to March 2025, reaching 1,630 employees. Furthermore, Ather Energy raised ₹1,340 crore from anchor investors ahead of its IPO, which was fully subscribed, raising a total of ₹2,981 crore, with shares set to list on May 6, 2025.

Bluesky

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that Bluesky will grow

Aligos Therapeutics

Leadership Hire

Aligos Therapeutics Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

Bluesky

Acquisition Prediction

It is very likely that Bluesky will be acquired

BackFuture

Investor Insight

BackFuture focuses on seed and pre-seed investments in B2B, software, and e-commerce sectors, with a geographical focus on San Francisco, Dublin, and New York.

Bluesky

Funding Prediction

It is possible that Bluesky will raise funding

Anthropic

Product Launch

Claude AI is getting a big Reasoning upgrade: Everything you should know

Anysphere

Growth Prediction

It is possible that Anysphere will grow

Function Health

Growth Insight

Function Health acquired Ezra, a healthcare AI startup, to launch a $500 full body MRI scan, integrating Ezra's AI technology with Function Health's scale. The acquisition aimed to expand preventive health offerings by combining full-body MRI imaging with lab-based health assessments. Function Health secured $53 million in a Series A funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz Bio + Health, indicating growing investment in personalized health solutions. The company is seeking a $2 billion valuation in its upcoming funding round.

ADQ

Growth Prediction

It is very likely that ADQ will grow

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