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Interlune Raises $5 Million SAFE to Advance Lunar Helium-3 Mining with Leadership from Former Blue Origin and Apollo 17 Astronaut
Interlune is raising $5 million through a SAFE offering to fund its lunar resource extraction plans, including harvesting helium-3. The Seattle-based startup, founded in 2020 by former Blue Origin leaders and Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt, aims to advance technical milestones before its next funding round.
Seattle Startup Sound Games Raises $6.5M to Launch Cross-Platform Game Go Ape Ship! on February 18
Seattle-based startup Sound Games raised $6.5 million in seed funding to develop cross-platform premium games with a single purchase. Their first title, Go Ape Ship!, launching February 18, exemplifies their model of pay once, play anywhere without in-game monetization.
Arkero Raises $6M to Use AI in Managing Operations for Pro Soccer Teams, Led by Remitly Co-Founder Shivaas Gulati
Arkero, a Seattle startup founded by Remitly veterans including CEO Shivaas Gulati, raised $6 million in pre-seed funding to use AI for improving sports teams' business operations. The platform integrates with existing tools to help pro soccer clubs like Seattle Sounders FC and San Diego FC optimize matchday planning and season ticket renewals.
Seattle’s Mast Reforestation Sells 80% of Carbon Credits From Biomass Burial of 4,500 Tons of Wildfire Trees in Montana
Seattle startup Mast Reforestation developed a biomass burial method to permanently store carbon by burying wildfire-destroyed trees, aiding forest recovery and generating carbon credits. Their first project in Montana successfully buried 4,500 metric tons of biomass, selling 80% of the resultant carbon credits to fund land remediation.
Seattle Startup Leaders Oppose Washington's SB 6229, HB 2292 Expanding Capital Gains Tax on Small Business Stock
Seattle startup leaders, including Clearly AI CEO Emily Choi-Greene, oppose Washington State's proposed bills SB 6229 and HB 2292 that would expand the capital gains tax to include profits from qualified small business stock, threatening the viability of startups by taxing founders, early employees, and investors on significant gains. Critics warn this could drive founders and investors to build companies outside Washington, undermining the local tech ecosystem.
Seattle Startup AZX Raises $6M to Develop Custom AI Solutions for Energy Sector Amid 10x Revenue Growth
AZX, a Bellevue-based startup founded by Seattle tech veterans, raised $6 million in a pre-seed round as its Q1 revenue grew tenfold year-over-year. The company builds custom AI solutions for energy and utility clients using advanced AI technologies integrated into existing systems.
Washington Proposal SB 6229 Targets Capital Gains on Startup Stock, Sparking Seattle Tech Backlash Ahead of 2026 Tax Implementation
A new Washington state proposal, SB 6229, aims to tax capital gains from qualified small business stock sales despite existing federal exemptions, prompting concerns from Seattle startup leaders about its potential to discourage local company building. Public hearings are scheduled for January 27, 2026, and the tax would apply to gains on or after that date.
Life Electric Vehicles Wins $13.2M Bid for Rad Power Bikes Assets in Bankruptcy Auction
Rad Power Bikes, once valued at $1.65 billion, auctioned its assets for $13.2 million as part of bankruptcy proceedings, with South Florida-based Life Electric Vehicles winning the bid pending court approval. Life EV will acquire Rad's inventory, intellectual property, and liabilities, while Rad's future brand status and employee impact remain uncertain.
Seattle Startup Radar Features Four Early-Stage Tech Companies Including Axel AI and DrunR
Seattle's Startup Radar highlights four early-stage tech companies: Axel AI, which offers AI-powered retail media sales solutions; DrunR, a nutrition app focusing on personalized dining guidance; Eluum, and profileAPI, each innovating in distinct tech sectors.
Seattle Startup Overland AI Partners with CAL FIRE to Test Autonomous 4-Wheelers for Wildfire Response
Seattle startup Overland AI is partnering with CAL FIRE to test its self-driving 4-wheelers for wildfire resupply and logistics, marking the technology's first use in civilian firefighting applications beyond its military background. Overland AI, founded in 2022, has existing contracts with U.S. defense agencies and recently raised $32 million to expand production capabilities.
Seattle Startup Emerald Battery Labs Raises $1.1M to Scale Sodium-Ion Battery Technology Competing with Chinese Giants CATL and BYD
Seattle-based Emerald Battery Labs raised nearly $1.1 million in a pre-seed round to scale its sodium-ion battery technology, offering a cheaper and safer alternative to lithium-ion batteries. While China leads in sodium-ion battery production through companies like CATL and BYD, U.S. startups are entering the competition amid growing demand for energy storage solutions.
Blue Origin Reveals 5,408-Satellite TeraWave Network Offering Up to 6 Tbps Speeds, Launching from 2027
Blue Origin announced TeraWave, a satellite network with up to 6 Tbps symmetrical speeds over 5,408 laser-linked satellites planned to launch starting in late 2027. The network targets high-throughput data center and enterprise customers, posing competition to SpaceX Starlink and Amazon Leo services.
Code.org Lays Off 18 Employees, Cuts Staff to 107 to Ensure Long-Term Sustainability
Seattle-based Code.org laid off 18 employees, reducing its staff to 107, to ensure long-term sustainability. The nonprofit, founded by Hadi and Ali Partovi, continues its mission to expand computer science education globally despite these cuts.
Ex-Amazon CEO Dave Clark Builds Custom CRM Using AI Vibe Coding Tools in 72 Hours for Startup Auger
Former Amazon CEO Dave Clark rapidly developed a custom CRM and customer prototype over a weekend using AI-powered vibe coding tools, highlighting their productivity benefits despite some skepticism. He chose a custom build over existing open source options to better meet his startup Auger's specific needs and scalability concerns.
Seattle Fintech Plutus Raises $1.2M to Democratize Hedge Fund-Level Investing for Retail Clients
Seattle fintech startup Plutus raised $1.2 million to expand its investment marketplace that offers everyday investors access to hedge fund strategies. The company recently obtained its SEC Registered Investment Advisor license and is onboarding customers from its waitlist.
Fire Erupts at Rad Power Bikes Huntington Beach Store Amid Bankruptcy and Safety Warnings
A fire broke out at Rad Power Bikes' Huntington Beach retail store on Sunday, occurring while the store was closed, with the cause yet unknown. This incident adds to the challenges faced by the Seattle-based e-bike company, which recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is under scrutiny for safety issues related to its lithium-ion batteries.
Seattle Crypto Startup Coinme to Be Acquired by Polygon Labs in Over $250M Deal
Seattle-based cryptocurrency startup Coinme, known for its bitcoin ATM network, agreed to be acquired by blockchain payments company Polygon Labs in a deal valued at over $250 million. The acquisition will combine Coinme's U.S. licenses and cash-to-crypto network with Polygon's global blockchain platform, despite Coinme recently facing regulatory challenges in Washington state.
Rad Power Bikes Rider’s DIY Cinderblock Battery Fire Containment Sparks Safety Debate Amid 2023 CPSC Fire Warnings
A Rad Power Bikes rider shared a DIY cinderblock battery containment solution on Reddit to address fire risks from e-bike lithium-ion batteries, sparking community debate and safety discussions. The concerns follow a 2023 U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warning about fire hazards related to certain Rad Power Bikes lithium-ion batteries amid the company's financial struggles.
Carta: Seattle Ranked No. 6 in 2025 U.S. Cities for Startup Capital Raised with Nearly $2 Billion
Carta’s 2025 city rankings show Seattle remained sixth in the U.S. for startup capital raised with nearly $2 billion (2.9% of Carta-tracked funding), similar to its 2024 position. Major Seattle-area rounds included TerraPower ($650M), Stoke Space ($510M), Helion Energy ($425M), and others across software, AI, hardware, and fintech.
Lassen Peak Raises $10M to Commercialize Handheld Radar Scanner for Safe Concealed Weapon Detection
Lassen Peak, a Bellevue startup, is commercializing a handheld radar scanning device that detects concealed weapons from several feet away, aiming to reduce dangerous police pat-downs. The device uses a custom semiconductor chip operating at ultra-high frequencies to create detailed images through clothing, potentially improving officer safety and public trust.
Seattle Fusion Startup Avalanche Energy Raises $14.9 Million to Advance Compact Fusion Devices
Seattle startup Avalanche Energy raised $14.9 million in a new funding round to develop compact fusion energy devices and pursue commercial applications. The company already secured $50 million from investors and contracts including a Pentagon deal and a $10 million state grant for a fusion testing facility.
Adaptive Biotechnologies’ Spinout Digital Biotechnologies Raises $15M Series A to Develop Clinical DNA Sequencing Instrument
Digital Biotechnologies, a Seattle-based subsidiary of Adaptive Biotechnologies, has raised up to $15 million in a Series A round to develop a novel clinical DNA sequencing technology. Adaptive will retain nearly half ownership as Digital Biotechnologies aims to create a high-accuracy, rapid, low-cost sequencing instrument for clinical use.
Mitera Biosciences Secures $1.75M to Develop Pregnancy-Inspired Immunotherapies for Autoimmune and Transplant Patients
Mitera Biosciences has emerged from stealth with $1.75 million to develop therapeutics targeting autoimmune diseases and organ transplant rejection, inspired by the immune tolerance mechanisms of pregnancy. The company focuses on a placenta- and thymus-expressed protein to create novel immunotherapies that aim to reduce side effects of current immunosuppressants.
Rad Power Bikes Appoints Angelina Smith as CEO Amid Chapter 11 Bankruptcy with $73M Liabilities
Rad Power Bikes named Angelina Smith as CEO amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, marking the company's fourth CEO change in three years. The Seattle-based e-bike maker filed for bankruptcy due to declining revenues and economic challenges following a pandemic-era sales boom.
2025 Tech Year-End: AI Boom, $80 Billion Bets, and Seattle's Shifting Job Landscape Highlight Industry's Brutal Realities
The year 2025 was pivotal in technology history, marked by AI's rapid ascent, significant investments, tech industry layoffs, and evolving job impacts, particularly in Seattle. Key perspectives from Bill Gates and Satya Nadella highlight AI's transformative nature and the industry's complex challenges and opportunities.
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