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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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- GeekWire LLC Seattle business license
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- John Cook, Todd Bishop
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- Last published Oct 15
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Brinc Integrates Echodyne Radar into 911 Responder Drone to Enable FAA-Approved BVLOS Operations for Law Enforcement
Seattle-based Brinc is partnering with Echodyne to integrate advanced MESA radar technology into its 911 responder drones, enhancing safety and enabling beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations for law enforcement. The Responder drone features high-definition and thermal cameras to aid emergency responses, potentially resolving 25% of calls without dispatching officers.
GeekWire 200 Updates Top Pacific Northwest Tech Startups Featuring Chainguard's $140M Raise and $1.1B Valuation
The GeekWire 200 ranking updates the top privately held tech startups in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, highlighting companies like Chainguard that raised $140 million and reached a $1.1 billion valuation. The list spans various industries and regions including Oregon and British Columbia, emphasizing the area's strong B2B enterprise software and consumer tech sectors.
Federal Judge Overturns $72 Million Jury Award to Zunum Aero in Boeing Trade Secrets Dispute
A federal judge in Seattle overturned a jury verdict that required Boeing to pay $72 million to Zunum Aero, an aviation startup Boeing once supported, ruling that Zunum failed to prove key claims in its lawsuit. Zunum plans to appeal the decision.
Devin Lammers Named CEO of TerraClear to Drive Growth After $15M Series A for Rock-Clearing AI Technology
Devin Lammers was appointed CEO of TerraClear, a rock-mapping and picking startup, to lead its market expansion following a $15 million Series A funding round. TerraClear develops AI-driven technology to help farmers remove large rocks from fields, addressing a common agricultural challenge.
Seattle Startup Loti Uses AI to Detect and Remove Deepfakes, Protecting Public Figures’ Digital Identities
Seattle-based startup Loti, led by CEO Luke Arrigoni, uses AI to detect and remove fake images and videos targeting public figures, helping protect their digital identities and ensure accurate public discourse. The company emphasizes neutrality in politics and advocates for proactive reputation management to combat deepfakes and deceptive content.
ITpipes Raises $20M from Trilogy Search Partners and Miramar Equity to Enhance Sewer and Storm System Management
ITpipes, a software company helping municipalities manage underground sewer and storm system inspections, raised $20 million from Trilogy Search Partners and Miramar Equity Partners. The company, used by over 300 municipalities, aims to improve maintenance of aging water infrastructure with its pipeline inspection software.
Mars Society Advances Seattle Startup Incubator Targeting AI and Biotech to Develop Technologies for Mars Colonies
The Mars Society is advancing plans to launch a startup incubator in Seattle focused on AI and biotechnology to develop technologies for Mars settlements. The incubator, modeled after Y Combinator, aims to generate profits and licenses from innovations supporting a future Mars colony.
Mars Society Hosts 27th Annual Convention in Seattle Highlighting Commercial Space Startups and Mars Technology Institute Plans
The Mars Society's 27th annual convention in Seattle gathers hundreds to discuss Mars exploration, emphasizing commercial space startups and announcing plans for a Mars Technology Institute to foster innovation and investment in space technologies.
Seattle-based Remitly Opens First Canadian Office in New Westminster, B.C., to Support Product Development and Hiring
Remitly, a Seattle-based digital remittance company, is opening its first Canadian office in New Westminster, B.C., to support product development and add up to 35 employees. The expansion does not affect its significant hiring and growth plans in Seattle.
Seattle Industrial Analytics Startup Seeq Raises $50M Series D Led by Sixth Street Growth
Seeq, a Seattle-based industrial analytics startup, raised $50 million in Series D funding led by Sixth Street Growth, bringing its total funding to about $165 million. The company, led by CEO Lisa Graham, uses AI and analytics to help industrial businesses optimize operations across 36 countries.
Rad Power Bikes Conducts Sixth Layoff Round in July 2023 to Secure Brand Longevity Amid Economic Challenges
Seattle-based Rad Power Bikes conducted its sixth round of layoffs in July 2023, citing economic challenges and rising costs, without specifying affected departments or headcount. The company aims to ensure long-term sustainability and continue supporting its e-bike customers across North America.
Seattle Startup HouseAmp Raises $12.4M to Expand Home Improvement Financing Platform
Seattle-based startup HouseAmp raised $12.4 million to expand its fintech platform that helps homeowners secure funding for home improvements before selling. The company, founded in 2020 and led by CEO Rick Hennessey, plans growth following successful trials with lenders.
Sana Biotechnology Opens $80M Manufacturing Facility in Bothell to Scale Cancer and Gene Therapy Production
Sana Biotechnology inaugurated its new 80,000 square-foot manufacturing facility in Bothell, Washington, dedicated to producing its proprietary cancer drug program and future therapies. The company, known for its gene-editing technology and multiple drugs in human trials including for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and type 1 diabetes, sees this expansion as a key step in advancing scalable cell and gene therapies.
Seattle's AI2 Incubator to Open 'AI House' Downtown with $800K State Support to Boost AI Startup Ecosystem
Seattle's AI2 Incubator is launching the 'AI House,' a new downtown hub for AI startups and entrepreneurs, supported by $800,000 in state funding and city leadership. The space aims to foster AI collaboration and help revitalize Seattle's downtown economy.
Bill Gates' Breakthrough Energy Ventures Raises $839 Million New Fund for Climate Innovation
Bill Gates' Breakthrough Energy Ventures is raising a new $839 million fund focused on climate innovations across electricity, transportation, manufacturing, buildings, and agriculture. Since its 2015 launch with industry leaders like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg, the initiative has invested nearly $2 billion in over 100 companies.
Startup 425 Launches Free 15-Week Accelerator for First-Time Entrepreneurs Across Six Seattle-Area Cities
Startup 425, supported by six Seattle-area cities, launched a free 15-week accelerator program for first-time entrepreneurs, including non-venture-scale small business owners. The program emphasizes supporting entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities and requires participants to be based in one of the six cities.
Pioneer Square Labs Assembles Expert Technical Advisory Board Featuring Seattle Tech Leaders to Support Early-Stage Startups
Pioneer Square Labs has formed a new Technical Advisory Board comprising leading technology researchers, executives, and startup veterans to support its early-stage startups, with a focus on AI and technology innovation. The board includes prominent figures from the University of Washington, Microsoft, Google, and other notable tech companies.
Seattle Startup Gable Raises New Funding to Enhance Developer and Data Team Collaboration Amid AI Boom
Seattle startup Gable, which helps developers and data analysts collaborate by providing real-time data change visibility, is raising a new funding round to support growth amid increasing demand driven by AI and data quality needs. Founded last year, Gable has 19 employees, paying customers, and previously raised a $7 million seed round led by Zetta Venture Partners, Crane Venture Capital, and Essence Venture Capital.
Zap Energy Raises Nearly $130 Million to Develop Commercial Fusion Power, Total Funding Reaches $330 Million
Zap Energy, a fusion energy startup based in Everett, Washington, is raising nearly $130 million to advance its goal of developing commercially viable fusion power, bringing its total venture funding to approximately $330 million. The company is part of a growing fusion sector attracting billions in investment aiming to create clean, carbon-free energy.
Protect AI Acquires Bangalore-Based SydeLabs to Enhance Generative AI Security Capabilities
Seattle cybersecurity startup Protect AI acquired Bangalore-based SydeLabs, a startup specializing in securing generative AI systems, adding nine employees to its team. This acquisition follows Protect AI's recent $35 million funding round and earlier acquisition of Laiyer AI, enhancing its capabilities in monitoring machine learning systems.
Seattle Startup Forum3 Launches Spok, an AI Marketing Assistant Powered by GPT-4 for SMBs
Seattle startup Forum3, founded by former Starbucks exec Adam Brotman and investor Andy Sack, launched Spok, an AI marketing assistant designed to streamline competitive analysis and content creation for small and medium-sized businesses using GPT-4 and custom marketing data.
Former Techstars Seattle Leader Marius Ciocirlan and Ridwell Co-founder Raise $4M for AI Startup MarkOS to Manage Brand Compliance
Seattle-based AI startup MarkOS, led by former Techstars Seattle director Marius Ciocirlan and co-founders including Ridwell's David Dawson, raised $4 million in pre-seed funding to develop AI software that audits and helps create brand assets for large enterprises. Investors include Ludlow Ventures, Bessemer, and several Seattle firms, with MarkOS focusing on ensuring brand compliance amid rising generative AI content.
Seattle’s Terrantic Raises $3.5M Seed Round to Optimize Food Growers’ Yield and Quality Using AI
Seattle-based agtech startup Terrantic raised $3.5 million in seed funding to develop AI-driven software that helps food growers and processors optimize product quality and yield. Initially focused on apples, Terrantic's platform centralizes data to improve storage and reduce waste, with plans to expand to other crops like cotton.
Seattle Tech Week Returns July 29 with Focus on AI Innovation and Healthcare, Backed by Madrona Ventures
Seattle Tech Week returns starting July 29, featuring panel discussions and networking events centered on AI innovations and healthcare advancements in the Seattle tech ecosystem, coordinated by Madrona Ventures and other sponsors. The event highlights Seattle’s strong presence in AI and biotech sectors with sessions led by local tech giants, researchers, and startups.
Seattle's Hiya Acquires Barcelona Deepfake Startup Loccus.ai and Launches Voice-Cloning Detection Tool
Seattle startup Hiya acquired Barcelona-based deepfake detection firm Loccus.ai and launched Hiya AI Voice Detection, a tool that detects AI-generated voices from 1.5 seconds of audio in multiple languages. Hiya aims to combat growing AI deepfake and robocall fraud amid rising consumer exposure to these threats.
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John Cook Founder, Co-founder and Publisher, GeekWire
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