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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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Heptio Founder Craig McLuckie and Luke Hinds Launch Stacklok, Raising $17.5M for Software Supply Chain Security
Stacklok, a new software supply chain security startup led by Heptio founder Craig McLuckie and Luke Hinds, has raised $17.5 million in Series A funding to help enterprises authenticate open-source code and mitigate vulnerabilities. The platform aims to enhance software development security by bridging enterprise needs with open-source standards.
Union.AI Raises $19.1M Series A to Develop Union Cloud Platform, Powered by Flyte Workflow Tool
Union.AI, a Bellevue-based startup behind the open-source workflow tool Flyte, raised $19.1 million in Series A funding to develop Union Cloud, a platform aimed at improving machine learning efficiency and reducing compute costs.
Glowforge Raises $20M in Series E Extension to Expand AI-Powered 3D Laser Printer Features and Subscription Services
Glowforge, a 3D laser printer startup, raised $20 million in an extension of its Series E funding to enhance new product features and expand its subscription business. This follows the recent launch of Magic Canvas, an AI image generator that creates copyright-free artwork for use with its printers.
Likewise Launches ChatGPT Plugin for Personalized TV, Movie, Book, and Podcast Recommendations Backed by Bill Gates
Likewise, an entertainment discovery platform backed by Bill Gates' private office, launched a ChatGPT plugin that provides personalized recommendations for TV shows, movies, books, and podcasts, aiming to reduce users' 23-minute daily search time. The plugin integrates with OpenAI's chatbot to deliver tailored entertainment options accessible via clickable details like ratings and streaming locations.
Visual Layer Raises $7M Seed Round Co-led by Madrona, Founded by Former Turi CEO Carlos Guestrin
Visual Layer, a Tel Aviv startup co-founded by former Turi CEO Carlos Guestrin, raised $7 million in a seed round co-led by Madrona Venture Group to improve machine learning image datasets. The startup provides tools to automatically detect errors in large-scale image sets for better computer vision models.
Seattle Startup The Waves Launches Monthly Artisanal Wine Subscription with 300+ Small-Batch Wines
The Waves, a Seattle startup founded last year by ex-Amazon tech leader Gaurav Tiwari and former GQ editor Andy Comer, offers a monthly artisanal wine subscription featuring over 300 small-batch wines from a global network of farmers. The company aims to differentiate itself in the crowded $1 billion U.S. craft wine market through a product recommendation tool, editorial content, and direct engagement with small-batch winemakers.
GeekWire Awards 2023 Honors Four Pacific Northwest Tech Organizations Helping Youth Homelessness, Black Engineers, Agricultural Workers, and Job Seekers
The 2023 GeekWire Awards honored four organizations using technology for social good in the Pacific Northwest: A Way Home Washington, Brilliant Black Minds, Ganaz, and Mentors in Tech. These honorees were recognized for their innovative efforts addressing youth homelessness, supporting Black engineers, aiding agricultural workers, and helping community college grads find jobs.
Seattle Startup Cascade Health Raises $2M Pre-Seed to Boost AI-Powered Healthcare Pricing Transparency
Seattle startup Cascade Health raised $2 million in a pre-seed round to enhance its AI-powered software that makes healthcare pricing data more transparent and accessible. Founded by former Microsoft AI and cloud employees Ana-Maria Constantin and Pulak Goyal, Cascade uses public pricing data and advanced AI to help enterprises and consumers navigate healthcare costs more easily.
Hootsuite Names Jessica Hartigan CRO and Ellen Terchila CCO; EMOTIV, Institute for Protein Design, Appen, and Outreach Announce Executive Hires
Hootsuite appointed Jessica Hartigan as Chief Revenue Officer and Ellen Terchila as Chief Customer Officer, while other tech companies also announced key executive hires including Gary Flake at EMOTIV and Lynda Stuart at the Institute for Protein Design.
Microsoft and Helion Energy to Build First Commercial Fusion Power Plant by 2028 in Washington State
Microsoft and Helion Energy have announced an agreement to build the world’s first commercial fusion power plant in Washington state, aiming to operate by 2028. This plant could provide a limitless, carbon-free energy source to power Microsoft’s global data centers, marking a significant step from fusion research toward practical, clean energy production.
Seattle VC Firm Ascend Raises $25M Second Fund to Boost AI Investments Amid Market Downturn
Seattle-based pre-seed venture capital firm Ascend, led by Kirby Winfield, raised a $25 million second fund focused on doubling down on artificial intelligence investments amid a challenging startup funding environment. Winfield, who has backed over 70 startups, predicts a further valuation correction but remains committed to early-stage investing.
Echodyne Teams with Hyundai's Supernal with Minority Investment to Enhance Safety of eVTOL Air Mobility Systems
Echodyne, a radar company backed by Bill Gates, has partnered with Supernal, a Hyundai subsidiary, to enhance the safety of Supernal's eVTOL air mobility systems. Supernal is also making a minority investment in Echodyne to support in-flight and ground-based radar tracking for its electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles.
Genemod Raises $4.5M to Expand Life Sciences Data Collaboration Platform with Clients Like AstraZeneca and Merck
Seattle startup Genemod raised $4.5 million to expand its cloud-based collaboration platform for life sciences data management, aiming to improve research reproducibility. Key clients include AstraZeneca and Merck, with total funding reaching $6.2 million to date.
Microsoft Vet Amish Patel and Ex-Beats CEO Susan Paley Launch Seattle Hardware-Focused Startup Studio Conduit Venture Labs
Conduit Venture Labs, founded by Amish Patel and Susan Paley in Seattle, is a new startup studio focused on hardware companies, aiming to overcome traditional barriers by providing engineering, design, and mentorship resources. The studio targets sectors including IoT devices, ag-tech, and health technologies, leveraging a network of over 100 hardware professionals to support physical-tech business creation.
Seattle Trucking Analytics Startup GoodShip Raises $5M in Seed Funding Led by Convoy Veterans
Seattle-based trucking analytics startup GoodShip raised an additional $5 million in its seed round to enhance its software that aggregates trucking data. The 9-person company is led by former Convoy employees with investment from Convoy CEO Dan Lewis.
Seattle Veterans of Urbanspoon, Crowd Cow, Algorithmia Launch Blueprint AI to Automate Product Team Tasks
Seattle startup Blueprint AI, led by veteran founders of Urbanspoon, Crowd Cow, and Algorithmia, develops an AI platform to streamline task management and communication in product development teams. The company, launched in December and recently revealed to the public, uses AI agents to automate routine tasks and provide insights to enhance team productivity.
Seattle’s Foundation, led by ex-Staples exec Shiv Agarwal, raises $3M seed to expand its B2B wholesale e-commerce platform
Seattle startup Foundation, led by former Staples exec Shiv Agarwal, raised a $3 million seed round to grow its B2B wholesale e-commerce platform focused exclusively on streamlining wholesale transactions. Foundation connects manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers to simplify ordering, inventory sharing, and logistics integration.
Grin Lord, CEO of Seattle’s mpathic, Finalist for Startup CEO of the Year at 2023 GeekWire Awards for Empathy-Driven Communication Software
Grin Lord, CEO and co-founder of Seattle startup mpathic, specializes in using empathy to improve corporate communication and is a finalist for Startup CEO of the Year at the 2023 GeekWire Awards. Her company applies machine learning to analyze conversations and foster empathy across industries such as insurance, healthcare, and human resources.
Koru Founder Kristen Hamilton Joins Enjoy the Work as General Partner; Portland Seed Fund Adds Principal Devon Horace
Kristen Hamilton, founder of predictive hiring startup Koru, has joined San Francisco-based startup advisory firm Enjoy the Work as a general partner, focusing on Seattle and beyond. Additionally, Portland Seed Fund added Devon Horace as principal, expanding its leadership team with experienced regional executives.
Rad Power Bikes Executes Fourth Round of Layoffs Since April 2021 Amid Economic and Legal Challenges
Rad Power Bikes has laid off employees for the fourth time since April 2021, reducing its workforce amid economic challenges and legal issues. The Seattle-based e-bike company now has around 400 employees and is working to become more sustainable under new leadership.
Magnify Hires Apptentive Co-Founder Mike Saffitz as VP of Engineering; Amazon Names Eric Rimling Technical Advisor
Enterprise software startup Magnify appointed Mike Saffitz, co-founder of Apptentive, as its new VP of engineering following the departure of former CTO Jacob Sajo. Additionally, Eric Rimling was named technical advisor to Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, replacing Sara Duffer, while Seattle-based Almas Insights added William Tincup as an advisor.
Avalanche Energy Raises $40M Series A Led by Lowercarbon Capital and Hits 200 kV Fusion Milestone with Device Marty
Avalanche Energy, a Seattle-based micro-fusion startup, secured $40 million in a Series A funding round led by Lowercarbon Capital and announced a technology milestone operating its fusion device Marty at 200 kV. The company aims to develop small-scale fusion power with the potential for unlimited clean energy and plans to reach 300 kV within the next year.
SniffSpot Expands Nationwide Connecting Dog Owners with Private Yards for Off-Leash Play Amid Surging Pet Adoption
SniffSpot, launched by David Adams four years ago in Seattle, is a marketplace connecting dog owners with homeowners who rent out private yards as safe play spaces, now active across all U.S. states with over 20,000 hosts. The platform addresses growing demand for off-leash dog areas amid rising pet adoption, offering flexible, affordable bookings similar to Airbnb.
Seattle's Curevo Vaccine Appoints Guy De La Rosa as CMO to Challenge GSK's $2.3B Shingles Vaccine Market
Seattle vaccine developer Curevo Vaccine hired Guy De La Rosa as chief medical officer to advance its shingles vaccine targeting GSK's Shingrix. Additionally, notable hires include Christopher A. Klebanoff as Affini-T Therapeutics scientific co-founder and Buffy Alegria joining Loud Capital as managing partner.
GeekWire Awards Launch Sustainable Innovation Category Featuring Five Pacific Northwest Finalists, Winners Announced May 18
GeekWire Awards introduced a new Sustainable Innovation of the Year category highlighting five Pacific Northwest companies developing technologies to protect the planet, with winners announced on May 18. Public voting is open until May 1 for finalists including Eviation, Membrion, Pure Watercraft, Recompose, and Zap Energy.
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John Cook Founder, Co-founder and Publisher, GeekWire
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