GeekWire
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.
Facts
- HQ
- Seattle
- Sectors
- Online Audio and Video Media
- Founded
- 2011
- Type
- LLC Seattle business license
- Employees
- 26
- Registered name
- GeekWire LLC Seattle business license
- Founders
- John Cook, Todd Bishop
Is this your organization? Claim it
Publication
- Last published Oct 15
Authors & Editors
Seattle Startup Nexme Acquired by Silicon Valley Real Estate Company Finaya Ahead of 2024 Nationwide Launch
Seattle startup Nexme, which streamlines homebuyer tours and raised $500,000 in seed funding, will be acquired by Silicon Valley real estate services company Finaya. Finaya plans a nationwide 2024 launch and aims to enhance transparency and services for agents and loan officers.
WTIA Selects 39 Startups for 11th Founder Cohort to Support Growth from April to September
The Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA) selected 39 startups for its 11th Founder Cohort, a six-month program from April to September designed to help seed-stage startups grow through mentorship, resources, and networking. This cohort includes 44% female-led startups and 18% from outside King County, with each company generating less than $1 million in annual revenue.
Vivek Ladsariya Joins Pioneer Square Labs as Managing Director, Moves from Bay Area to Seattle
Vivek Ladsariya, a veteran Bay Area investor with experience in enterprise technology startups, has moved to Seattle to become managing director at Pioneer Square Labs, playing a key role in their Ventures arm and Studio. He aims to focus on technically driven enterprise software infrastructure startups, especially those delivering real automation, enhancing Seattle's venture capital ecosystem.
Kyndryl Acquires Seattle-Based Cloud Migration Company Skytap to Expand Hybrid Cloud Services
Kyndryl has acquired Seattle-based cloud migration software company Skytap, aiming to enhance its hybrid cloud services portfolio. Skytap, led by CEO Bradley Schick, supports traditional on-premise systems on Microsoft Azure and IBM Cloud, serving clients like Honeywell and Okta.
Seattle Startup Dopl Technologies Wins $150,000 for Telerobotic Ultrasound System Enhancing Rural Specialist Care in 2024
Seattle startup Dopl Technologies developed a telerobotic ultrasound system to provide specialist care remotely to rural patients, winning $150,000 at the 2024 Flywheel Investment Conference. The system allows specialists to control ultrasound devices from distant locations, improving patient access and hospital efficiency.
Pictory Wins Startup of the Year at 2024 GeekWire Awards in Seattle Featuring Live Music and Surprise Guests
The 2024 GeekWire Awards in Seattle celebrated Pacific Northwest tech with winners like Pictory, live music, and surprise guests, hosted at Showbox SoDo. The event featured sponsors such as Astound Business Solutions and included networking, entertainment, and a nostalgic tech theme.
Seattle Startup OneCourt Creates Tactile Device for Vision-Impaired Fans to Follow Live Sports
Seattle startup OneCourt developed a tactile haptics device that helps vision-impaired sports fans follow live games by feeling spatial outlines and vibrations synced to broadcasts. This technology complements audio commentary by adding spatial details and real-time engagement.
Gaurav Oberoi’s Lexion Acquired by DocuSign for $165 Million, Marking Third Successful Exit for the Entrepreneur
Serial entrepreneur Gaurav Oberoi, co-founder of AI-based legal tech startup Lexion, will exit successfully as Lexion is acquired by DocuSign for $165 million. Oberoi, known for his customer-centric approach and expertise, has now had three startups acquired, earning strong respect in Seattle’s tech community.
Predict.law Launches AI Platform to Predict Legal Case Outcomes in Contingency Civil Cases
Predict.law, a Seattle-based legal-tech startup founded by industry veterans Pat Wilburn, Stan Zaporozhets, and Dave Contreras, uses AI to analyze precedent case histories and help attorneys better predict outcomes in contingency-based civil cases. The startup, supported by Mudita Venture Partners, aims to improve legal efficiency by replacing manual case searches with machine learning tools.
Starfish Space Wins $37.5M U.S. Space Force Contract After Successful Otter Pup Satellite Rendezvous Test
Starfish Space successfully completed a satellite rendezvous with its Otter Pup spacecraft despite thruster failure, leading to a $37.5 million contract from the U.S. Space Force for further rendezvous and docking technology development.
Seattle Startup Fairway Bikes Launches 3-Wheeled Electric Golf Bike With 20-Mile Range Battery
Seattle startup Fairway Bikes has introduced a 3-wheeled electric golf bike with a detachable 20-mile range battery and golf accessories, designed to improve pace of play while providing exercise on the course. The bike offers a top speed of 12 MPH, adjustable electric assist, and aims to fill the gap between walking and traditional golf carts.
Venture Mechanics Launches High-Standard Startup Incubator and Event Space in Bellevue to Boost Seattle Ecosystem
Venture Mechanics in Bellevue, Washington, is expanding its focus from co-working spaces to running a high-standard incubator and hosting startup events to support the Seattle area's startup ecosystem. Led by Ron Wiener, the company partners with investors and mentors to assist promising startups, particularly under-represented founders.
Seattle Startup Mason Names Webb Stevens as CEO and John Thimsen as CTO, Nancy Xiao Shifts to President
Seattle startup Mason appointed Webb Stevens, former Docker COO, as CEO and John Thimsen, former Qualtrics CTO, as CTO, while Mason's previous CEO Nancy Xiao became president. Additional regional leadership changes include new hires at Beyond, Continuous Composites, and a new venture fund role in Seattle.
Creative Destruction Lab Seattle Graduates 17 Startups from Manufacturing and Computational Health Cohort
Creative Destruction Lab's Seattle accelerator, launched in 2021 and funded by UW and Microsoft, graduated 17 startups focused on manufacturing and computational health from its latest cohort of 40. The 9-month program features no equity taken, milestone checkpoints, and support from over 70 Pacific Northwest mentors.
Former Microsoft Engineers Ashish Kurmi and Varun Sharma Raise $3M for StepSecurity to Secure CI/CD Pipelines
StepSecurity, a Seattle startup founded by former Microsoft engineers Ashish Kurmi and Varun Sharma, raised $3 million in seed funding led by Runtime Ventures to secure CI/CD pipelines. The company targets developers using GitHub Actions and has customers in crypto, healthcare, and cybersecurity sectors.
Prudential Shuts Down $2.35B Acquired Insurance Tech Startup Assurance IQ After Five Years
Prudential is shutting down Assurance IQ, the insurance tech startup it acquired for $2.35 billion in 2019, citing a strategic shift to focus on its core businesses. Assurance, a Seattle-based unicorn, had used technology to match consumers with insurance, but faced challenges including missed financial targets and regulatory scrutiny.
2024 GeekWire Awards on May 9 in Seattle to Honor Over 50 Pacific Northwest Tech Innovators
The 2024 GeekWire Awards event will be held on May 9 in Seattle to honor top innovators and leaders in tech from the Pacific Northwest, with over 50 finalists across multiple categories. Tickets are limited and the ceremony features awards, a dinner, and entertainment.
Seattle Dementia Care Startup Rippl Acquires Boston AI Coach Kinto, Expands Team to 66
Seattle-based dementia care startup Rippl acquired Boston's Kinto, which uses AI to support family dementia caregivers, adding eight employees and combining cash and stock in the deal. Rippl, which raised $32 million in 2022 and partnered with the Alzheimer’s Association, offers virtual and in-person care services.
Matt Hulett Steps Down as PetMed Express CEO; Sandra Campos Named Successor; Seattle Startups Avante, OfferUp Add Execs
Matt Hulett is stepping down as CEO and president of PetMed Express, with Sandra Campos named as his replacement. Additionally, several executives joined or were promoted at Seattle-area startups Avante, OfferUp, and New York-based Sisense.
Veteran Entrepreneur Dave Parker Named CEO of Entrepreneurs’ Organization to Expand Global Membership
Dave Parker, a veteran entrepreneur with nearly three decades of startup experience, has been named CEO of the global networking group Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), which has nearly 19,000 members worldwide. Parker aims to grow EO’s membership to over 35,000 while remaining based in Seattle.
ZeroAvia Opens 136,000 sq. ft. Manufacturing Facility in Everett, Washington to Sell Hydrogen-Electric Aviation Components
ZeroAvia opened a 136,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Everett, Washington, to produce and sell hydrogen-electric airplane engine components. The company is pursuing certification for engines powering 20- to 90-seat aircraft and aims to lead in commercial aviation propulsion systems.
Seattle Startup Dropzone AI Raises $16.8M Series A to Develop AI-Powered Autonomous Cybersecurity Agents
Seattle startup Dropzone AI raised $16.8 million in a Series A round to develop AI-driven autonomous agents that assist Security Operations Centers by automating repetitive cybersecurity tasks. Founded 14 months ago by Edward Wu, the company uses large language models to augment human analysts amid rising cybersecurity challenges related to AI technologies.
Gravitics Secures $1.7M Contract to Adapt Space Station Modules for U.S. Space Force Rapid Response
Gravitics will collaborate with Rocket Lab USA and others under a $1.7 million contract to adapt its commercial space station architecture for rapid response orbital platforms for the U.S. Space Force. This initiative is part of the 2023 SpaceWERX Tactically Responsive Space Challenge, with potential module deliveries starting in 2026.
Impinj Stock Surges 20% After Q1 Revenue of $76.8M and $45M Patent Settlement Boosts Net Income to $33.3M
Impinj's shares rose 20% after reporting Q1 revenue of $76.8 million, beating analyst estimates, and a GAAP net income of $33.3 million boosted by a $45 million patent litigation settlement.
Acquired Podcast Founders Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal Launch Growth-Stage Tech Investment Fund
Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal, founders and hosts of the Acquired podcast, are launching a new investment fund to invest in growth-stage tech companies, leveraging opportunities from their podcast network. Their fund formalizes their existing personal investments in startups like Vanta and Modern Treasury without turning into a traditional venture capital firm.
People
See all 5-
John Cook Founder, Co-founder and Publisher, GeekWire
-
Jonathan Sposato Founder, Chairman & co-founder
-
Todd Bishop Founder, Co-Founder
