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Sportsbox AI’s Motion Capture Tech Helps Bryson DeChambeau Win 2023 U.S. Open, Aims to Reach Everyday Golfers
Sportsbox AI, a Bellevue-based startup founded in 2020, developed motion capture technology that helped golf pro Bryson DeChambeau analyze and improve his swing, contributing to his 2023 U.S. Open victory. The app is now being marketed beyond coaches to everyday golfers seeking detailed swing analysis through smartphone video.
OfferUp Partners with Thumbtack to Launch Home Services Marketplace Connecting Consumers with Local Businesses
OfferUp is expanding its marketplace to include home services by partnering with Thumbtack, connecting users with local repair and maintenance businesses. The company aims to offer a one-stop-shop for local needs and plans to introduce direct posts on its platform early next year.
Seattle Startup Edera Raises $5M Seed to Innovate Kubernetes and AI Container Security
Seattle-based startup Edera, founded in April 2024, raised $5 million in seed funding led by 645 Ventures and Eniac Ventures to develop container security solutions for Kubernetes and AI workloads using a novel virtualization approach. The female-founded company offers Protect Kubernetes and Protect AI products that isolate workloads for enhanced security without requiring special infrastructure.
Athira Pharma Lays Off 70% of Workforce, Cuts $13.4M Annually Amid Failed Alzheimer’s Trial and Restructuring
Seattle-based biotech Athira Pharma is laying off 49 employees, about 70% of its workforce, as part of restructuring and cost-cutting after unsuccessful Phase 2/3 trial results. The company aims to focus on its ALS treatment ATH-1105 and expects to save $13.4 million annually, with leadership changes effective October 1.
Seattle Startup Arzeda Raises $38M to Advance Protein Design for Industrial and Agricultural Applications
Seattle-based protein design startup Arzeda raised $38 million in its latest funding round, bringing total investments to $86 million to develop enzymes for industrial and agricultural uses. The company works with major partners like Unilever, BP, and Gore-Tex makers, and was the first spinout from the University of Washington's Institute for Protein Design.
Ascend Launches Seattle-Focused Co-Founder Matching Program at Annual Founders Bash
Ascend, an early stage venture firm, launched a Seattle-focused co-founder matching program at its annual Founders Bash, emphasizing the importance of selecting co-founders with complementary skills and past working experience. Entrepreneurs highlight trust and proven partnerships as key factors for startup success.
Seattle Startup Amperity Cuts 13% of Workforce Amid Industry Challenges Under Interim CEO Chris Jones
Seattle startup Amperity is laying off 13% of its workforce amid challenging economic conditions impacting the enterprise software industry, following previous layoffs in recent years. The company aims to prioritize its go-to-market strategy and operational efficiency under interim CEO Chris Jones.
ZeroAvia Raises $150M to Advance Hydrogen-Electric Aviation with Over 2,000 Engine Orders
Sustainable aviation startup ZeroAvia announced a $150 million funding round, bringing its total raised to over $250 million, to advance hydrogen-electric airplane technologies and expand manufacturing. The company has over 2,000 engine orders and partnerships with firms like Alaska Airlines and Airbus while working on powertrains for aircraft up to 80 seats.
Viome Raises $25M, Hires Ex-Amazon Exec Kal Raman as COO to Expand CancerDetect Diagnostic
Viome, a microbiome and health diagnostics startup, raised $25 million and hired former Amazon senior VP Kal Raman as COO to expand its diagnostic division. The company’s CancerDetect test for oral and throat cancer, granted FDA breakthrough device status, exhibits high sensitivity and specificity.
Seattle Climate Startup Earth Finance Acquires Water Foundry, Expands Water Scarcity Expertise
Seattle-based climate consulting startup Earth Finance, founded last year and employing about 40 people, has acquired Water Foundry to enhance its capabilities in addressing water scarcity and quality as part of climate action. The acquisition adds Water Foundry’s founder Will Sarni as practice leader, strengthening Earth Finance’s multi-pronged approach to helping global businesses reduce carbon emissions and shift toward clean energy.
Seattle Carbon Removal Startup Nori Shuts Down After Raising $17.25M and Seven Years of Operation
Seattle-based carbon removal startup Nori, which raised $17.25 million and operated a blockchain-enabled marketplace for carbon credits, has shut down after seven years due to challenges in the voluntary carbon market and funding difficulties. Despite being on track to remove over 700,000 tons of carbon in 2023 and directing $6.5 million to farmers, Nori ceased operations amid an uncertain and evolving carbon credit sector.
Center Startup Lays Off 8 Employees Amid Reorganization After $30 Million Funding
Bellevue-based corporate expense software startup Center laid off 8 employees, about 4% of its 164-person workforce, as part of a business reorganization. The company, which raised $30 million in December and serves over 1,500 customers, described the cuts as aligning its team with business priorities.
Seattle Biotech Startup ZipBio Raises $4M Seed Round to Develop AI-Designed Compressed Proteins for Therapeutics
Seattle biotech startup ZipBio launched with $4 million in seed funding led by NFX to develop AI-driven compressed proteins for therapeutics. Founded by Roee Farber and others, ZipBio operates in Seattle and Tel Aviv.
Seattle’s Revefi Raises $20M Series A Led by Icon Ventures to Launch AI Data Engineer Product Raden
Seattle startup Revefi raised $20 million in a Series A funding round led by Icon Ventures to develop its new AI-powered product, Raden, which optimizes data warehouse usage. The company has seen 800% revenue growth and plans to expand its AI data engineering platform.
Debate on 'Founder Mode' Leadership Highlights Amazon's Jeff Bezos and Microsoft's Satya Nadella Approaches
The article discusses the debate on 'Founder Mode' leadership sparked by Brian Chesky and Paul Graham, contrasting hands-on founder involvement with traditional management approaches. Examples from Jeff Bezos and Satya Nadella illustrate different leadership styles at Amazon and Microsoft, highlighting no one-size-fits-all model.
Hopoo Games Founders Join Valve, Cease 'Snail' Project and Close Seattle Studio
Hopoo Games, creators of the Risk of Rain series, are shutting down their studio to join Valve Software full-time, halting their current project 'Snail.' The studio's founders and many team members will now work on Valve's internal game projects.
West Point Grads Rob Hammond and Eddie Kang Launch Gray Line Partners Investing $11.5M in AI-Driven SaaS Growth
Gray Line Partners, a new Seattle-based early growth equity firm led by West Point graduates Rob Hammond and Eddie Kang, invests in SaaS companies with $2-$10 million ARR that prioritize efficiency and sustainable growth. Leveraging AI technologies, Gray Line aims to boost profitability and reduce reliance on heavy venture capital, recently leading an $11.5 million round for AI-driven security company Actuate.
Supio, Founded by Ex-Microsoft Engineers, Raises $25M Series A for AI Legal Tech Platform Optimizing Data Analysis in Plaintiff Cases
Seattle-based legal tech startup Supio, founded by ex-Microsoft engineers Kyle Lam and Jerry Zhou, raised $25 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI-powered platform that helps lawyers efficiently analyze case data, particularly in personal injury and mass tort plaintiff law. The company, with 27 employees and plans to double its workforce, charges subscription fees based on case volume and boasts successful use in complex cases such as a TorHoerman Law victory against Abbott Labs.
Seattle Tech Vet Peter Horadan Named CEO of Vouched to Lead AI-Driven Identity Verification Amid Rising Deepfake Concerns
Peter Horadan, an experienced Seattle tech executive formerly with Avalara and Lockstep, has become CEO of identity verification startup Vouched. He aims to leverage AI to address rising challenges in online identity verification amidst deepfakes, while co-founder John Baird transitions to chief strategy officer.
Lamina1, Weta Workshop and Neal Stephenson Collaborate on Blockchain-Based Virtual World Platform Artefact
Lamina1 is partnering with Weta Workshop and sci-fi author Neal Stephenson to launch Artefact, a blockchain-based platform for immersive virtual worlds inspired by Stephenson's vision of the metaverse. The collaboration aims to engage creators and fans in expanding digital content through interactive experiences starting this fall.
Otto Startup, Led by Expedia Veteran and Madrona Chairman, Raises $6M to Develop AI Assistant for Business Travel Booking
Seattle-based startup Otto, led by Expedia veteran Michael Gulmann and chaired by Steve Singh of Madrona Ventures, is developing an AI virtual assistant using GPT-4 to simplify business travel booking. The company raised $6 million in a seed round led by Madrona and aims to offer its product for free while earning revenue through booking facilitation.
Pack Ventures Seeks $30M for Second Fund to Invest in University of Washington-Linked Startups
Pack Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on University of Washington-linked startups, raised $5 million for its first fund and is now aiming to raise $30 million for a second fund to expand its investments. The firm has established a preferred partnership with UW and co-invests with other Seattle VCs in companies across life sciences, software, and healthcare sectors.
Talus Bioscience Raises $11.2M to Develop Drugs Targeting Undruggable Gene-Regulating Proteins
Seattle biotech Talus Bioscience raised $11.2 million in venture capital to advance its drug discovery platform targeting undruggable gene-regulating proteins linked to diseases. Founded in 2020 by Alex Federation and Lindsay Pino, Talus uses its MARMOT platform and machine learning to study transcription factors within living cells.
Seattle Startup Replenium Sues Albertsons for Trade Secret Theft in Automated Grocery Replenishment Case
Seattle startup Replenium has sued Albertsons Companies for allegedly stealing trade secrets to develop its own automated grocery replenishment service after a three-year partnership. The lawsuit claims misappropriation of trade secrets and breach of contract, seeking financial damages.
Mirra Launches in Bellevue as an Upscale VR Entertainment Venue Featuring Team-Based Games for Up to 32 Players
Mirra is a new virtual reality entertainment venue opening soon in Bellevue, featuring team-based VR games displayed on a large central screen for spectators. The venue combines upscale gastropub ambiance with original VR games like Laser Room and Hockey Smash, supporting multiplayer competition among up to 32 players.
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