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GeekWire provides technology news, analysis, and resources for tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts. It covers developments in the technology industry, produces events and podcasts, and offers tools such as job boards and startup rankings to support the tech community. Its mission is to inform and connect people interested in technology and startups.
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- 2011
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- Last published Oct 15
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Databricks Raises $10B at $62B Valuation and Expands Seattle Area Workforce to Nearly 400 Employees
Databricks is raising $10 billion at a $62 billion valuation to accelerate its AI efforts and plans to expand its Seattle-area offices, which have grown from 52 employees in 2021 to nearly 400 today. The company is actively hiring across engineering, product, and security roles to compete for AI talent alongside companies like OpenAI and Anthropic.
Perplexity Acquires Seattle Startup Carbon to Enhance Data Connectivity for Large Language Models
Perplexity, an OpenAI rival valued at $9 billion, acquired Seattle-based Carbon, a startup that enables developers to connect external data to large language models. Carbon, founded in 2022 with four employees, raised $1.3 million in seed funding and will integrate its technology into Perplexity’s AI search products.
Joylux Raises $4.5M to Expand Women's Sexual Health Products with Halle Berry Partnership
Seattle-based Joylux raised $4.5 million to expand its women's sexual health products, partnering with actress and investor Halle Berry. The company, which has raised $22 million to date, plans to grow through retail, health partners, and an international collaboration with Essity.
Seattle’s Nimbus Aerospace Flies 10th-Scale Electric Jet Demonstrator in Tulsa, Targeting 2032 Production
Seattle-based startup Nimbus Aerospace successfully completed a 1-minute 23-second demonstrator flight of a 10th-scale model for its electric-powered business jet in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The company aims to develop a six-to-eight seat electric jet with a range of 1,100 miles and plans FAA certification and production by 2032.
Stoke Space Hotfires 100,000-Pound Thrust Full-Flow Staged Combustion Rocket Engine on New Vertical Test Stand
Stoke Space successfully hotfired its first-stage full-flow staged combustion rocket engine on a new vertical test stand in Moses Lake, Washington, marking a significant milestone for the startup. The company, founded by former Blue Origin employees, aims to develop fully reusable rockets operating with aircraft-like frequency.
Modern Hydrogen Raises $25M to Expand Clean Hydrogen and Carbon Tech with Bill Gates Support
Seattle-area clean tech startup Modern Hydrogen raised $25 million to advance its methane pyrolysis technology producing clean hydrogen and solid carbon for industrial uses. Bill Gates, a key investor, supports the company, which has raised over $100 million and plans to expand into new markets with strategic partnerships.
OfferUp Cuts 22% of Staff Amid Profitability Drive, Expands Beyond Used Goods
OfferUp is cutting 22% of its nearly 500 employees to stay profitable amid challenging ad revenue and is expanding beyond used goods into local commerce areas like job postings and home services. Affected staff will receive severance, health benefits through February, and job placement support.
Seattle Startup Lumen Orbit Raises $11M Seed Round to Build Space-Based Data Centers for AI
Lumen Orbit, a Seattle-area startup founded in 2023, raised $11 million in seed funding to develop data centers in space for AI and technology services on Earth. The company, valued at $40 million, plans to launch a full-scale prototype in 2025 and is led by CEO Philip Johnston and co-founders with aerospace and space tech backgrounds.
Former Amazon CEO Dave Clark's Supply Chain Startup Auger Names 11 Executives After $100M Series A
Dave Clark, former Amazon Worldwide Consumer CEO, founded supply chain tech startup Auger, which named an 11-person executive team mostly composed of Amazon alumni after raising $100 million in Series A funding. The startup operates out of Bellevue, Washington, leveraging shared Amazon expertise to innovate in supply chain and data infrastructure.
Seattle Startup Tomorrow Unveils High-Tech Fridge to Extend Produce Freshness and Reduce Food Waste
Seattle startup Tomorrow is developing a high-tech refrigerator with patent-pending technology to extend the freshness of produce by reducing water loss and using computer vision to manage contents. Led by Andrew Kinzer, the company aims to reduce food waste significantly, entering a largely untapped market with plans to unveil its product soon.
Nobel Laureate David Baker Drives Protein Design Innovation and Startup Growth at University of Washington
David Baker, Nobel Prize winner and head of the Institute for Protein Design at the University of Washington, is focused on advancing protein design research and entrepreneurship, having helped spawn over 20 startups in Seattle's biotech hub. He plans to continue accelerating scientific innovation in the field, which develops new proteins for therapeutics, vaccines, and materials.
Seattle Fintech Startup Finagraph Merges with Milwaukee Accounting Software Firm LeaseCrunch
Seattle fintech startup Finagraph merged with Milwaukee-based LeaseCrunch to combine financial data analysis and accounting software, serving over 750 CPA firms. Finagraph, founded in 2010 by CEO James Walter, integrates data from systems like QuickBooks and Microsoft Dynamics.
Microsoft GM Nikesh Parekh Advises SaaS VP on Evaluating Stock Value and Career Priorities at Slow-Growth Company
Nikesh Parekh, a Microsoft general manager and former startup founder, advises a VP of engineering at a slow-growing SaaS company to assess the value of their stock and company exit potential before making career moves. He suggests prioritizing career goals like skill growth, title, or compensation while considering the risks involved.
TerraPower Isotopes’ Chris Dunckley Leads Team Extracting Ultra-Rare Actinium-225 from Cold War Waste for Cancer Therapy
Chris Dunckley, director of chemistry and engineering at TerraPower Isotopes, leads a multidisciplinary team extracting the ultra-rare radioisotope actinium-225 from Cold War nuclear waste to develop promising cancer therapies. His leadership and scientific expertise help transform radioactive weapons waste into potentially life-saving medical treatments.
Seattle’s Inflection Raises $7.6M to Advance B2B Marketing Automation Software
Seattle-based startup Inflection raised $7.6 million from existing investors to enhance its marketing automation software for B2B companies, bringing total funding to $14 million since its 2021 founding. CEO Aaron Bird highlighted that the company expects to be cash flow positive and is focused on growing its enterprise customer base.
Jeff Bezos Optimistic About Trump’s Return, Predicts Blue Origin Will Surpass Amazon
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos expressed optimism about President-elect Donald Trump's return to office, highlighting Trump's calmer demeanor and regulatory reduction goals. Bezos also stated that his space venture Blue Origin will become a bigger business than Amazon.
Seattle Emerges as Leading Hub for Supply Chain Software Startups Backed by Amazon and Convoy Veterans
Seattle has become a leading hub for supply chain software innovation, driven by logistics giants like Amazon and startups such as Convoy and Shipium. The region's unique talent pool, supported by global companies and advances in technology, is fostering significant growth and investment in logistics startups.
Ex-Google Director Manish Sainani Launches AI Investment Firm Hushh Technologies; Nathan Brown Named CFO of Treasury4
Manish “Manny” Sainani, former Google director, launched Hushh Technologies, an AI-driven investment management startup, while Nathan Brown became CFO of Treasury4, a fintech company serving corporate finance professionals.
Seattle Natives Launch Flying Comet Games with Localized Wordle-Style Puzzle and Diverse Wordy-verse Categories
Seattle natives Calli Fuchigami and Eden Ghirmai co-founded Flying Comet Games, creating a Seattle-themed Wordle-style puzzle and other niche word games across various categories. Their startup focuses on unique custom word puzzles appealing to specific interests, avoiding direct use of the ‘Wordle’ trademark.
Seattle Startup Groundlight Uses AI, Strobe Lights, and Radio to Stop Raccoons Invading Home via Cat Door
A Seattle AI startup called Groundlight helped solve a homeowner's raccoon problem using a system combining strobe lights, public radio, and AI to prevent raccoons from entering through a microchip-detecting cat door. The raccoons had learned to bypass the specialized cat door's intruder mode, but the AI-based solution effectively deterred them.
Seattle Startup Ever.green Advances Clean Energy Financing Amid Trump’s Fossil Fuel Support and IRA Uncertainty
Ever.green, a Seattle-based clean energy startup, remains optimistic about advancing climate projects despite President-elect Trump's support for fossil fuels and criticism of clean energy policies. The startup leverages the Inflation Reduction Act's tax credits to connect corporations with clean energy developers, navigating political uncertainties while noting strong Wall Street investment in the sector.
Flyhomes Co-founder Stephen Lane Launches Tufa, an Affiliate Marketing Platform Supporting Caregivers After Surviving Brain Injury
Stephen Lane, co-founder of Flyhomes, survived a severe brain injury from a drunk driving accident and is now launching Tufa, a startup that enables users to donate to causes through cashback affiliate marketing. Tufa allows supporters to contribute to groups by shopping online with a browser extension that channels commissions to fundraising circles.
Rand Fishkin Raises $2.15M From 38 Angel Investors for Seattle-Based Snackbar Studio's Debut Game Launch in 2026
Rand Fishkin, co-founder of SparkToro, launched Snackbar Studio, an indie video game company in Seattle, raising $2.15 million from 38 angel investors to develop their first game, The Snackbar at the End of the World, planned for a 2026 PC release. The funding model uses personal networks rather than VC money, with open-source pitch and funding documents to support other indie developers.
Julie Sandler to Shift from Managing Director to Venture Partner at Pioneer Square Labs in Late 2024
Julie Sandler, managing director at Pioneer Square Labs since 2017, will transition to a venture partner role in late 2024 while continuing to engage with the firm and its portfolio. She will also chair the Washington Roundtable next year, reflecting her ongoing influence in the Pacific Northwest tech and business communities.
Former Amazon Care Leader Liz Tarullo Raises $3.5M to Launch Magnolia, Virtual Support Startup for Dementia Caregivers
Former Amazon Care leader Liz Tarullo co-founded Magnolia, a Seattle startup offering virtual support for caregivers of dementia and Alzheimer's patients, raising $3.5 million in seed funding led by Village Global. Magnolia aims to transform caregiving by providing guidance and support based on Tarullo's personal caregiving experience and the gaps she identified in existing healthcare services.
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