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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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Jeff Bezos Moves from Seattle to Miami, Raising Questions on Washington's Capital Gains Tax Impact
Jeff Bezos is moving from Seattle to Miami, marking a symbolic end of an era for the Seattle region where he influenced business and philanthropy for three decades. The move raises questions about Washington state's capital gains tax and its impact on local leadership, while Bezos remains executive chairman of Amazon.
Seattle Startups Report 12% Down Rounds in 2023, Lower Than Bay Area's 17% and NYC's 24%, Reflecting Revenue Focus
Seattle startups experienced fewer down rounds in funding during the first nine months of 2023 compared to Bay Area and New York City, with 12% versus 17% and 24% respectively. This is attributed to Seattle founders' focus on revenue and profitability, which aligns better with current investor preferences amid broader tech market challenges.
Brinc Delivers First Lemur 2 Drones to U.S. Police and Emergency Responders, Including NYPD
Seattle-based startup Brinc delivered its first production Lemur 2 drones this week to U.S. public safety agencies, including the NYPD. The upgraded drones feature enhanced antenna range, self-righting, obstacle avoidance, 3D mapping, and capabilities to assist police and emergency responders in crisis and rescue operations.
Flexport Acquires Convoy’s Technology and CEO Dan Lewis After Convoy’s Sudden Shutdown
Freight company Flexport acquired Convoy's technology and some employees, including CEO Dan Lewis, after Convoy abruptly shut down, citing a modest purchase price. Convoy, once valued at $3.8 billion, collapsed due to market challenges and exhausted strategic options despite significant funding.
Yifan Zhang Joins AI2 Incubator as Managing Director; Dropbox, Marchex, and Seattle Startups Appoint New Tech Leaders
Yifan Zhang, former Loftium co-founder, is joining the AI2 Incubator as managing director starting February 2024, while several Seattle tech companies made key executive hires including Dropbox, Marchex, Simply Augmented, and Chainguard.
Seattle-Area Startup Chainguard Raises $61M Series B to Secure Open Source Software Supply Chains
Chainguard, a Kirkland-based cybersecurity startup focused on securing open source software supply chains, raised $61 million in a Series B funding round led by Spark Capital. The company has tripled its annual recurring revenue recently and counts Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Snowflake among its customers.
Rand Fishkin of SparkToro on Shift AI Podcast: AI Should Reduce Work Hours and Enable Better Decision-Making
Rand Fishkin, CEO of SparkToro and former Moz co-founder, discusses on the Shift AI podcast how AI can reduce workload by automating busy work and enabling better decision-making. He emphasizes prioritizing quality decisions over long hours and shares insights on entrepreneurship, AI’s potential, and startup challenges.
Seattle Startup Yoodli Launches AI VC Pitch Coach to Help Founders Practice Investor Presentations
Seattle startup Yoodli launched an AI-powered VC pitch coach that helps startup founders practice investor presentations by simulating various VC question personas and providing detailed feedback. The tool aims to reduce pitch preparation anxiety and lessen mentors' workload, offering five free practice sessions before subscription fees start.
Seattle Solar Startup Omnidian Raises $25M to Enhance Remote Solar Panel Maintenance Across 34 States
Seattle-based Omnidian, a company that manages and maintains solar panel performance, raised $25 million in new funding to expand its remote solar performance monitoring across 34 states. The company aims to address the often neglected post-purchase solar panel maintenance amid the growing U.S. solar market supported by policies like the Inflation Reduction Act.
Seattle AI Chatbot Startup Direqt Raises $4.5M with Investors Like Dan Marino and Todd Parker
Seattle startup Direqt raised $4.5 million to enhance its AI chatbot designed for publisher engagement and ad revenue, with investments from notable figures including NFL legend Dan Marino and former Google executive Todd Parker.
Seattle’s Neon Machine Raises $20M Series A to Develop Blockchain Web3 Shooter Game Shrapnel
Neon Machine, a Seattle startup developing the blockchain-based Web3 combat shooter Shrapnel, raised $20 million in a Series A funding round led by investors including Polychain Capital and Griffin Gaming Partners. The company plans to launch an early access paid version of Shrapnel in December and a free-to-play version next year.
Convoy Faces Class Action Lawsuit for WARN Act Violations Following Abrupt Layoff of 533 Employees
Trucking startup Convoy faces a proposed class action lawsuit alleging violation of the WARN Act by laying off 533 employees without 60 days' advance notice or severance after its abrupt shutdown. The lawsuit seeks 60 days of wages and benefits for affected workers.
AI Startup Founder Kirill Zubovsky Sells Smartynames to Truic After Overcoming Early Failures and Fatigue
Kirill Zubovsky shares his journey of struggling with his AI startup, Smartynames, before ultimately selling it to Truic with a favorable profit share deal. He reflects on the challenges faced by startups, including considering pivots, acquisitions, or selling assets instead of shutting down.
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis Seeks Deal to Preserve Team and Tech After Shutdown and 533 Layoffs
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis is working on a deal that may retain some of the company’s technology and team following the shutdown and layoffs of 533 employees amid a freight recession and poor investor interest. The Seattle startup, once valued at $3.8 billion and having raised $260 million, could not finalize a strategic deal and has ceased operations.
Seattle Startup PerfectRec Uses AI and Expert Reviews to Simplify Electronics Shopping
PerfectRec, founded by Joe Golden, is a Seattle-based AI-driven product recommendation startup launched in early 2024 that helps users find electronics by combining expert reviews and data science to simplify online shopping decisions. The company employs freelance product experts and around 10 full-time employees, aiming to become the primary starting point for online shopping in a market worth hundreds of billions.
Seattle Trucking Startup Convoy Lays Off 533 Employees Without Severance, Prompting WARN Act Investigation
Seattle-based trucking startup Convoy abruptly laid off 533 employees last week without severance, prompting investigation by a Detroit labor rights law firm for potential WARN Act violations. Convoy CEO cited lender decisions for the lack of severance, while the company offered limited post-layoff benefits.
Five Seattle-Area Companies Featured in Time Magazine’s 200 Best Inventions of 2023 for Innovative Tech Solutions
Time Magazine's 2023 list of the 200 Best Inventions features five Seattle-area companies innovating in AI, fitness, smart home technology, health software, and green hardware. Notable entries include Alitheon's object-identifying technology and Amazon's Echo Hub smart home device.
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis Discloses Near-M&A Deals Before Trucking Startup's Shutdown Amid Freight Recession
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis revealed on LinkedIn that the company reached advanced stages of two potential M&A deals before shutting down amid a prolonged freight recession and declined investor interest. The Seattle-based trucking startup, which had about 500 employees before the shutdown, had raised $260 million at a $3.8 billion valuation 18 months earlier.
Seattle Trucking Startup Convoy Shutters After 8 Years Amid Freight Recession, Lenders Pull Funding
Convoy, a Seattle-based digital trucking marketplace co-founded by CEO Dan Lewis, abruptly shut down after eight years due to a freight recession and lack of funding, leading to layoffs without severance. Executives expressed shock and grief during a company-wide video call, explaining that they exhausted all options to save the company but lenders withdrew the final funds.
Seattle Cloud Firm Skytap Raises $18M from Vistara Growth to Expand Cloud Solutions
Seattle-based cloud company Skytap raised $18 million from Vistara Growth to enhance its cloud software offerings, serving clients with traditional applications like IBM Power. Founded 16 years ago and led by CEO Bradley Schick since 2019, Skytap counts investors including Goldman Sachs and Jeff Bezos among its backers.
University of Washington’s CoMotion Innovation Arm Moving to Condon Hall Near Startup Hall in 2023
The University of Washington's innovation arm, CoMotion, will relocate from the Blume building to Condon Hall near Startup Hall later this year, expanding its space and event capabilities. Startup Hall is part of the Portage Bay Crossing neighborhood, which aims to foster research, education, and entrepreneurship.
Seattle’s Rec Room Sues Canadian Teen M.Z. for Harassment and Cheating Tools on Platform
Seattle-based Rec Room filed a lawsuit against a Canadian teenage user, M.Z., accusing him of harassment, creating cheat tools, and causing disruptions on the platform. M.Z. allegedly used hacks to evade bans, post racist content, and crash servers, impacting the virtual gaming community and Rec Room's operations.
Seattle Trucking Marketplace Convoy Pauses Shipments and Considers Sale Amid Market Recession
Seattle-based trucking startup Convoy has paused shipments and is reportedly winding down operations amid a freight market recession and financial struggles, with layoffs and potential sale talks ongoing. The company, valued at $3.8 billion last year, faces stiff competition and market headwinds, and plans to share more details on its transition later this week.
Harebrained Schemes Parts Ways with Paradox Interactive, Regains Independence Starting January 1, 2024
Seattle game developer Harebrained Schemes will become independent from Paradox Interactive on January 1 after a mutual agreement; Paradox acquired Harebrained in 2018 for $7.5 million but is refocusing on its core strategy and management game niches. Paradox retains ownership of Harebrained's existing games, including The Lamplighters League and BattleTech, while Harebrained seeks new funding and partnerships for its future.
Seattle Tech Veterans Nirav Shah and Jorge Sanchez Acquire Majority Stake in PhysicianonFire for $1 Million to Expand Financial Planning Tools
Seattle entrepreneurs Nirav Shah and Jorge Sanchez acquired a majority stake in the financial planning site PhysicianonFire for around $1 million and plan to expand its offerings with new personal finance tools. The platform, founded in 2016 and serving over 40,000 users, focuses on financial independence strategies for high-income earners.
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