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Amperity cuts 13 roles (3% of staff) amid reorganization while planning continued hires and investments
Seattle customer-intelligence startup Amperity laid off 13 employees (about 3% of its 375-person workforce), primarily from its talent acquisition team, while saying it will continue hiring and invest in growth. CEO Barry Padgett attributed the cuts to organizational alignment with strategic growth plans; the company became a unicorn in July 2021 after a $100 million raise and values at $1 billion.
Nortis, Seattle organ-on-a-chip startup founded in 2011, raises $6 million
Seattle-area startup Nortis, founded in 2011, has raised $6 million for its organ-on-a-chip microfluidic technology used to model human organs for research.
Seattle Startup Pattern Computer Develops Rapid COVID-19 Test Using Light Patterns from Saliva with Proprietary AI System
Seattle startup Pattern Computer is developing a rapid COVID-19 test using light pattern analysis from saliva with a proprietary computer system, attracting top biotech and tech experts. The company, founded by notable figures including CEO Mark Anderson, has kept details secret but has garnered significant industry interest.
Seattle Startup Tangibly Raises $1.3M to Expand Trade Secret Management Platform
Seattle startup Tangibly raised $1.3 million to enhance its trade secret management platform, supporting sales and product development. Founded by Tim Londergan and co-led by CTO Liat Belinson, the platform helps companies organize and control access to sensitive documents across industries.
Ex-Amazon VP Andrew Hamel Joins Booster as CTO Amid Multiple Pacific Northwest Tech Executive Moves
Andrew Hamel, former Amazon VP, joined mobile energy startup Booster as CTO, bringing extensive tech leadership experience. Several other Pacific Northwest tech firms also made key executive hires, including 1Password, Peek, Pie Insurance, Paymentus, and Opendoor.
Washington State Tech Leaders Optimistic as $52 Billion Semiconductor Funding Arrives Through CHIPS and Science Act
Washington state tech leaders, including Lewis Johnson of NLM Photonics, are optimistic about the CHIPS and Science Act, which provides $52 billion for semiconductor companies and institutions. The act is expected to ease funding challenges and reduce investment risks in the costly, long-term development of semiconductor technology.
RipeLocker Raises $7.5M to Expand Production of Shelf-Life Extending Containers
RipeLocker, a food-tech startup specializing in containers that extend the shelf-life of produce and flowers, raised $7.5 million to boost production and upgrade its systems. Their patented containers can extend the freshness of items like roses by 2 to 4 weeks and are currently used by customers including The Queen’s Flowers.
Seattle Accounting Software Startup Lockstep Acquired by British Enterprise Software Giant The Sage Group
Seattle-based startup Lockstep, which automates B2B accounting processes and has over 300 customers, will be acquired by British enterprise software company The Sage Group. The 130 Lockstep employees will join Sage while retaining the Lockstep brand, though financial terms were not disclosed.
TerraPower, co-founded by Bill Gates, raises $750M to develop advanced nuclear reactors and medical tech
TerraPower, co-founded by Bill Gates, raised $750 million in one of Seattle's largest private funding rounds to develop safer nuclear reactors and medical applications. The company is partnering with GE-Hitachi and funded partly by the U.S. DOE for a 500 MW demonstration reactor planned for Wyoming by 2028.
Early Amazon Investor and Seattle Business Leader Tom Alberg Dies at 82
Tom Alberg, a pivotal Seattle investor and business leader known for his early investment in Amazon and role at Madrona Venture Group, died at age 82. His influential contributions spanned e-commerce, wireless industries, and the local startup ecosystem.
Amarjit Kaur Sandhu joins Ozette as VP of Engineering; AWS marketing chief Rachel Thornton to depart after 10 years
Amarjit Kaur Sandhu joined Ozette Technologies as vice president of engineering, bringing experience from Nuance Communications and Saykara. Additionally, AWS executive Rachel Thornton is leaving, and various leadership moves across Pacific Northwest tech firms have been announced.
Seattle Cannabis Startup Polite Launches Science-Backed THC and CBD Products Focusing on Health Since 2020
Seattle-based cannabis startup Polite offers science-backed, health-focused THC and CBD products launched in 2020 and 2022, aiming to reframe cannabis as a polite self-care solution. The company partners with physicians to study patient outcomes and emphasizes medical benefits over recreational use.
Seattle Startup HDT Bio Secures $1.8M U.S. Army Grant to Develop Broad-Spectrum Antiviral Nasal Spray by 2025
Seattle startup HDT Bio received a nearly $1.8 million U.S. Army grant to develop a nasal spray using proprietary RNA technology that targets a broad range of respiratory viruses, with clinical trials expected to begin in 2025. The spray aims to prevent virus replication and transmission and could be used by both military personnel and civilians.
SEngine Precision Medicine Raises $10M to Advance Paris Test for Personalized Cancer Drug Treatment
Seattle startup SEngine Precision Medicine raised $10 million to advance its Paris Test, which tailors cancer drug treatments by culturing patient tumor cells and testing drug responses. The test aims to provide personalized treatment options beyond traditional genomic tests and has been used by about 800 patients so far.
Ex-Facebook and Adobe Engineers’ Seattle Startup Marble Raises $2M to Automate Rental Management for Small Landlords
Marble, a Seattle startup co-founded by ex-Facebook and ex-Adobe engineers, raised $2 million to provide software-enabled rental management for small landlords, currently managing over 600 homes and generating $30,000 monthly revenue. The company offers a subscription service to handle tenant placement, rent collection, and maintenance, aiming to automate tasks typically done by landlords.
Tom Alberg, Amazon Early Investor and Madrona Co-Founder, Dies at 82 After Shaping Seattle Tech
Tom Alberg, co-founder of Madrona Venture Group and early investor in Amazon, is remembered for his significant yet understated contributions to Seattle's tech industry, including his mentorship and 23 years on Amazon's board. He died at 82, leaving a lasting legacy both publicly and through his personal impact on colleagues and entrepreneurs.
Tom Alberg, Early Amazon Investor and Seattle Tech Champion, Dies at 82
Tom Alberg, a Seattle business leader and early Amazon investor who was pivotal in Pacific Northwest tech growth and co-founded Madrona Venture Group, died peacefully at 82. He was also notable for his roles in aerospace law, McCaw Cellular Communications, and helping launch the Alliance of Angels.
Christie's Launches Venture Arm Led by Seattle's Devang Thakkar to Invest in Web3 and Art Tech Startups
Christie's has launched a new venture capital arm to fund early-stage tech startups in Web3, fintech for the art market, and AR/VR art experiences, led globally by Seattle-based Devang Thakkar. This move follows the auction house's notable involvement in NFTs, including facilitating Beeple's $69.3 million sale, amid a cooling NFT market now seen as an opportune investment period.
Deel Acquires Seattle Visa Automation Startup Legalpad to Enhance Global Workforce Solutions
Seattle-based startup Legalpad, which automates visa applications for international employees, has been acquired by San Francisco payroll and compliance company Deel. Deel, valued at $12 billion after a $50 million funding round, aims to combine forces with Legalpad to better solve global workforce immigration challenges.
Seattle’s Arrived Homes Raises $50M for Fractional Property Investment Amid Housing Affordability Debate
Real estate tech startups like Seattle-based Arrived Homes are enabling fractional ownership of properties, funding about $50 million in assets across 20 U.S. cities, but critics argue these platforms reduce scarce housing inventory and drive up prices. Experts suggest the root issue is limited housing supply rather than the rise of investing platforms.
Commsor Acquires Caravel, a Techstars Seattle Conversational Intelligence Platform, to Enhance Community Insights
Commsor, a New York-based company founded in 2019 specializing in online community management, has acquired Caravel, a Portland-based conversational intelligence platform and 2020 Techstars Seattle graduate. The acquisition will enhance Commsor's ability to provide real-time community insights and personalized member engagement, with Caravel continuing to operate independently.
Seattle Startup Violett Raises $2.3M to Scale Ultraviolet Air Purification Technology Amid Ongoing COVID-19 Concerns
Seattle startup Violett raised $2.3 million in seed funding to scale its ultraviolet light air purification technology designed for healthcare and public spaces, aiming to combat COVID-19 and improve air quality. The company plans to expand manufacturing, develop new features like a mobile app and odor removal, and grow its team.
Seattle Startup Shelf Engine Lays Off 43 Employees Amid Economic Challenges
Seattle startup Shelf Engine laid off 43 employees due to challenging economic conditions, reducing its workforce from about 200 to around 150. The company, which uses machine learning to help grocers manage orders and reduce food waste, continues pursuing its mission despite the cuts.
Seattle Startup Welcome Home Launches Predictive Home Maintenance Service with Weekly Contractor Deals
Welcome Home, a Seattle startup founded by Ashley Michael and Patrick Opie, offers a predictive home maintenance service that schedules neighborhood deals and connects homeowners with contractors via text messaging. After a pilot in three Seattle neighborhoods, the company aims to simplify home upkeep by sending weekly alerts for deals and managing various home maintenance tasks.
Rajat Bahri Named CFO of Icertis Amid $5 Billion Valuation; Pacific Northwest Tech Firms Announce Key Executive Hires
Rajat Bahri, former CFO of ID.me, has joined Icertis as CFO, replacing Curt Anderson, amid recent investments valuing Icertis at $5 billion. Additionally, several key tech and startup executives have taken new roles across Pacific Northwest companies including CommerceIQ, Waabi, Limeade, and AdaptX.
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