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Martin Tobias's Incisive Ventures Raises $10.5M for Early-Stage B2B Software Fund Focused on AI
Martin Tobias's Incisive Ventures closed a $10.5 million fund targeting nearly 30 early-stage enterprise software companies, focusing on AI-driven B2B solutions. Tobias emphasizes backing startups with strong customer insight and distribution strategies, aiming to invest primarily in U.S. startups but remaining open globally.
Seattle Startup Edgerunner AI Raises $12M Series A to Develop On-Device Military AI Agents Without Internet
Seattle startup Edgerunner AI raised $12 million in a Series A to develop on-device AI agents that assist military personnel with logistics and maintenance without internet connectivity. Founded by former military and tech experts, the company focuses on secure, domain-specific AI solutions powered by open source LLMs and supported by investors like Madrona and HP Tech Ventures.
Seattle Startups Like Tin Can Launch WiFi-Enabled Landlines and Dumb Phones to Limit Kids’ Screen Time
Three Seattle startups, including Tin Can, are creating smartphone alternatives for kids to reduce screen time and social media pressure by offering WiFi-enabled landlines and ‘dumb phones’ with limited functionality. Tin Can’s colorful WiFi-enabled landlines aim to simplify communication and avoid screen addiction.
Seattle Legal Tech Startup Supio Raises $60M Series B to Expand AI Software for Personal Injury and Mass Tort Law
Seattle startup Supio raised $60 million in a Series B funding round to expand its AI-powered software that helps lawyers efficiently manage personal injury and mass tort case data. The company, led by co-founders Jerry Zhou and Kyle Lam, has seen its annual recurring revenue quadruple since August and has raised a total of $91 million to date.
Seattle Startup EDEN Raises $3.7M to Boost Instant Quote Software for Residential Contractors
Seattle startup EDEN raised $3.7 million to enhance its software that helps residential contractors generate instant, personalized HVAC quotes using home data. The funding round was led by Climactic and other investors, bringing EDEN's total funding to $4.9 million.
Seattle Startup Gumshoe Raises $2M to Help Marketers Navigate AI Search Tool Recommendations
Seattle startup Gumshoe, led by Todd Sawicki and Patrick O’Donnell, raised $2 million to help marketers understand AI search tools' product recommendations and brand visibility. Their platform analyzes AI-generated conversations to reveal brand mentions, sources cited, and evolving trends in AI search, addressing marketers' concerns about the impact of AI on e-commerce and SEO.
Palo Alto Networks to Acquire Seattle AI Cybersecurity Startup Protect AI for Over $500 Million
Palo Alto Networks plans to acquire Seattle-based AI cybersecurity startup Protect AI, founded in 2022, for an estimated $500 million or more, aiming to strengthen its AI security offerings. Protect AI, which serves Fortune 500 clients and recently raised $60 million at a $400 million valuation, focuses on protecting machine learning systems amid rising AI-related breaches.
Fortson VC Raises $50M to Fund Early-Stage B2B Software Startups Led by Cole Younger in Seattle
Fortson VC, led by Cole Younger, has raised $50 million to invest in early-stage B2B software startups, primarily in the Pacific Northwest. The fund plans 25 to 30 investments with check sizes between $500,000 and $1 million, focusing on founders with unique internal compasses.
Todd Owens, Ex-Navy Submarine Officer and Son of Admiral William Owens, Leads Seattle Health Tech Startup Kevala
Todd Owens, former U.S. Navy submarine officer and son of Admiral William Owens, is now CEO of Seattle-based health tech startup Kevala. His military leadership experience aboard the USS Pogy influences how he leads his company, which focuses on helping healthcare facilities manage workers.
Madrona Managing Director Matt McIlwain Shares 'Triangle' Model to Assess Startup Founders and Pitches
Madrona Managing Director Matt McIlwain explained his 'triangle' model for evaluating startup pitches, focusing on the problem's existence, timing, the product, and founder-market fit. He emphasized the importance of founders' dedication, understanding of timing, and adaptability in successfully backing startups.
Chainguard, $3.5B Cybersecurity Startup with 350+ Employees, Operates Fully Remotely Without Offices
Chainguard, a $3.5 billion cybersecurity startup with over 350 employees, operates fully remotely without any physical offices, leveraging biannual retreats and regular virtual meetings to build team cohesion. CEO Dan Lorenc highlights that this remote model enables access to niche talent across various locations, supported by employee stipends for remote work expenses.
Chainguard Raises $356 Million Series D, Valued at $3.5 Billion in Under Two Years
Cybersecurity startup Chainguard raised $356 million in a Series D funding round led by Kleiner Perkins and IVP, boosting its valuation to $3.5 billion from $1.12 billion less than a year ago. Founded in 2021, Chainguard helps secure software supply chains, focusing on open source software security, and has grown its annual recurring revenue to $40 million with plans to exceed $100 million soon.
Seattle Solar Service Firm Omnidian Raises $87M to Expand Globally and Explore EV Infrastructure
Omnidian, a Seattle-based solar power servicing company, raised $87 million to expand its clean energy maintenance services, enter new markets including Australia, and explore servicing electric vehicle charging and energy storage. The company, whose revenue tripled from 2022 to 2024, recently acquired Australia's Solar Service Guys and has raised a total of $165 million with backing from investors including B Capital and Liberty Mutual.
Plug and Play Launches First Seattle-Area Accelerator with 10 Startups and Free Everett Office Space Starting April 2024
Plug and Play launched its first Seattle-area accelerator program, selecting 10 startups including three from the Pacific Northwest, offering a 12-week virtual program with free office space at SNBL Global Gateway in Everett. The program aims to build a stronger innovation ecosystem in the region by combining local and external startups.
Seattle Startup Tomorrow Shuts Down High-Tech Refrigerator Project Citing Consumer Hardware Market Challenges
Seattle startup Tomorrow, developing a high-tech refrigerator to extend produce life using cooling and computer vision technology, is shutting down due to challenging consumer hardware market conditions and tariffs. Founder Andrew Kinzer cited investor hesitancy amid macroeconomic headwinds as the main reason for closure.
University of Washington Students Place Third in 2023 Global Venture Capital Investment Competition
University of Washington’s Foster School of Business offers a 10-week venture capital course finishing with a competition where students act as investors and analyze startup pitches. This year, the UW team placed third globally in the Venture Capital Investment Competition, their best result since 2015.
Interlune Awarded $4.84M Texas Grant to Build Lunar Regolith Center at NASA Johnson Space Center
Seattle-based Interlune received a $4.84 million grant from the Texas Space Commission to establish a lunar regolith simulant center at NASA's Johnson Space Center, part of the Texas A&M University Space Institute. The company aims to develop technology to harvest moon soil for resources like helium-3, with support from prominent former NASA and Blue Origin leaders.
Seattle-Area Startups Eve Wealth, Omnivista, and SelfFull Leverage AI in Investing, Voice Agents, and Coaching with $1.75M Raised
Several early stage Seattle-area startups are using AI in innovative ways across diverse sectors including digital asset investing, voice agents for websites, and AI-powered coaching platforms. Notable among them are Eve Wealth relaunching with $1.75 million raised to support crypto education and investment, Omnivista enabling rapid deployment of voice agents for customer interaction, and SelfFull scaling coaching impact with AI.
Seattle Hardware Startup Mason Uses Elastic Supply Chain to Adapt Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Eyes India and Taiwan Manufacturing
Seattle startup Mason is adjusting to tariff uncertainties by using an 'elastic supply chain' to manage component sourcing and shift manufacturing to tariff-friendly regions like India and Taiwan. CEO Jim Xiao noted cautious customer behavior and emphasized the company's control over its hardware production as key to navigating economic and regulatory challenges.
GeekWire Honors Aviel Ginzburg, Chaitra Vedullapalli, and Emer Dooley for Building Seattle’s Tech Community at 2025 Awards
The 2025 GeekWire Awards honored Aviel Ginzburg, Chaitra Vedullapalli, and Emer Dooley for their efforts in strengthening Seattle's tech community through inclusive initiatives and startup support. The awards ceremony recognizing nearly 50 finalists will take place on April 30, 2025, in Seattle.
Aircall Opens Ninth Global Office in Bellevue to Expand AI Innovation, Plans 50 Employees by 2025
Aircall, a cloud-based business communications company led by CEO Scott Chancellor, has opened its ninth global office in Bellevue, Washington to expand AI innovation and plans to employ about 50 people there by the end of 2025. The profitable company serves over 20,000 customers, expects $200 million in annual recurring revenue this year, and recently launched an AI Voice Agent to automate customer service calls.
Stepchange Raises $7M for Climate-Focused Venture Fund Targeting Software Startups in Transportation, Energy, and Resilience
Seattle-based venture firm Stepchange raised $7 million for its inaugural fund to invest in climate-focused startups targeting sectors like transportation, energy, and resilience with asset-light, cost-competitive software solutions. Founded by Anay Shah and Ben Eidelson, the fund has already backed 13 startups and plans 30 investments, supported by over 100 investors including Bain Capital Ventures and tech leaders from major companies.
Seattle VC Firm Ascend Raises Third Fund to Back Early-Stage AI Startups After $25M Second Fund in 2023
Seattle venture capital firm Ascend is raising its third fund to invest in early-stage tech startups focused on vertical AI and infrastructure, following a $25 million second fund in 2023. Founder Kirby Winfield launched Ascend in 2019 and the firm primarily supports Seattle-area founders with investments ranging from $250,000 to $750,000.
Seattle Startup Loti Secures $16.2M Series A to Combat Deepfakes and Protect Digital Likeness
Seattle startup Loti raised $16.2 million in a Series A round led by Khosla Ventures to protect celebrities and consumers from deepfakes using advanced facial and voice recognition technology. Loti helps clients monitor and manage digital likeness misuse, including fake endorsements and AI-generated content, with partnerships including major talent agencies and support from emerging legislation like the No Fakes Act.
Seattle Startup Potato Raises $4.5M to Develop AI and Robotics for Fully Automated Scientific Experiments
Seattle startup Potato raised $4.5 million to develop AI-driven automation for scientific research, aiming for fully autonomous experiments using AI assistants and robotics. They currently offer a platform assisting hypothesis generation and protocol creation, planning to expand into robotic lab work in partnership with Ginkgo Automation.
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