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.
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- Seattle
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- Online Audio and Video Media
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- 2011
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- LLC Seattle business license
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- 26
- Registered name
- 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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Seattle Startup Veeve Partners with Albertsons to Launch Smart Shopping Carts in Dozens of Stores Nationwide in 2023
Seattle-based startup Veeve, founded by ex-Amazon engineers, is partnering with Albertsons to roll out its smart shopping carts in dozens of stores nationwide later this year, enabling checkout-free shopping. The carts feature touchscreens, integrated scales, and loyalty program integration, aligning with the growing trend toward contactless, cashierless retail experiences.
GeekWire returns in person for 2022 Awards at Showbox SoDo, honoring 60+ finalists across 15 categories with 16,000+ votes
GeekWire held its first in-person GeekWire Awards in three years at Showbox SoDo in Seattle, honoring 60+ finalists across 15 categories with over 16,000 community votes and appearances by local tech leaders and entertainers.
SirionLabs Raises $85M Series D Led by Partners Group to Expand Contract Management Software
SirionLabs, a contract lifecycle management startup headquartered in Seattle, secured $85 million in Series D funding led by Partners Group to accelerate growth. The company, founded in India and serving over 250 customers, competes with firms like Icertis and aims to expand its employee base from 600 to 800.
Asha AI Launches Voice-Enabled Elder Care Management App, Showcased at Life Science Innovation Northwest 2022
Asha AI, a Redmond-based startup founded by Rashmi Joshi, has launched an iOS app to help elderly users manage healthcare tasks through a voice-enabled interface. The app was showcased at the Life Science Innovation Northwest 2022 event and aims to support independence and caregiver communication.
Group14 Technologies Secures $400M Series C Led by Porsche to Scale Advanced Silicon-Carbon Battery Anode
Group14 Technologies raised $400 million in Series C funding led by Porsche AG to commercialize its silicon-carbon composite battery anode technology, which improves lithium-ion battery performance by 50%. The company plans to quickly scale production to meet demand from automotive, aviation, and consumer electronics sectors.
Coinstar Founder Jens Molbak Champions 'Tri-Sector Innovation' with NewImpact Nonprofit Since 2020
Jens Molbak, founder of Coinstar and NewImpact, pioneered a business model integrating private, public, and nonprofit sectors to create social impact, promoting 'tri-sector innovation' through his nonprofit NewImpact. His experience with Coinstar inspired a new way of doing business that benefits multiple sectors simultaneously.
University of Washington’s Team Melodic Advances to Microsoft Imagine Cup Finals with $100K Prize in May Competition
University of Washington's Team Melodic advanced to the finals of Microsoft’s 2022 Imagine Cup, competing for a $100,000 grand prize with technology aiding prelingual deaf children’s speech therapy. The team leverages Azure cloud technology for real-time analysis and customized therapy solutions.
Jonathan Sposato launches JoySauce Network to spotlight American Asian talent with streaming shows and podcasts
Seattle entrepreneur Jonathan Sposato launched JoySauce Network, a digital entertainment platform focused on spotlighting and celebrating American Asian (AAPI) personalities and stories through scripted and unscripted shows, podcasts, films, and editorial content. Projects include a late-night talk show hosted by Sposato, a Korean-focused cooking show, and guides to AAPI arts and restaurants; the platform aims to counter under‑representation and reshape narratives about American Asians.
Statsig Raises $43M Series B Led by Sequoia to Accelerate Real-Time Product Feature Testing
Seattle-based startup Statsig raised $43 million in a Series B round led by Sequoia Capital to enhance its real-time product feature testing technology. Founded by ex-Facebook engineer Vijaye Raji, Statsig helps companies run hundreds of product experiments in parallel using live data, boasting rapid growth and seven-figure revenues.
Real Estate Tech Firm Knock Expands to Seattle with $220M Funding, Offers Home Swap and Jumbo Loans Up to $3M
Knock, a real estate tech company founded by Trulia's creators, is expanding its home financing services to Seattle and Western Washington, offering products like Home Swap and Knock GO to help buyers compete with cash offers. The company recently secured $220 million in funding and added jumbo loans to its portfolio despite past challenges including workforce cuts and a halted SPAC.
Seattle-Area Startups Raise $1.5 Billion in Q1 2022 Amid U.S. VC Funding Slowdown from $95.4B Q4 2021
Seattle-area startups raised $1.5 billion in Q1 2022 across 112 deals, down from $2.7 billion in Q4 2021 but still higher than Q1 2021, amid a broader U.S. venture capital slowdown driven by inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainty. Despite lower funding levels, the venture capital market is experiencing a healthy recalibration with strong business models and significant dry powder available to support startups.
Fintech Startup Formations Raises $8M to Simplify Taxes for Freelancers with Focus on Realtors
Bellevue-based fintech startup Formations raised $8 million to simplify tax and paperwork processes for self-employed individuals, initially targeting realtors. The company has served about 700 customers with average savings of $8,000 each and recently partnered with Gusto to expand its services.
Aurion Biotech Raises $120M to Advance Cell Therapy for Corneal Edema Affecting Millions
Aurion Biotech, a spinoff of CorneaGen, has raised $120 million to advance its cell therapy for treating corneal edema caused by endothelial dysfunction, a condition leading to impaired vision or blindness affecting about 4% of people over 40 in the U.S. The therapy uses cultured corneal cells from a single donor to treat multiple patients with a less complex procedure than corneal transplantation.
Five Finalists for 2022 GeekWire Health Innovation of the Year Include A-Alpha Bio and UW Institute for Protein Design
The 2022 GeekWire Health Innovation of the Year finalists include A-Alpha Bio, Parse Biosciences, Tasso, Truveta, and the University of Washington’s Institute for Protein Design, highlighting advances in computational health approaches. Winners will be announced on May 12 at the GeekWire Awards, with community voting open until April 22.
Former Microsoft VP Gavriella Schuster Joins Nerdio Board; Ex-Mailchimp CPO Natalia Williams Hired by Hootsuite; Ex-Amazon Product Leader Sophi Kim Joins Shelf Engine
Gavriella Schuster, former Microsoft VP, joined Nerdio's board, Natalia Williams became Hootsuite's CPO, and Sophi Kim, ex-Amazon product leader, joined Shelf Engine as head of product management. These strategic hires bolster leadership at companies focused on cloud services, social media management, and grocery tech.
Syndio Appoints Ritu Mohanka as EMEA Managing Director Amid $50M Expansion; Expedia and Freenome Announce Senior Leadership Hires
Ritu Mohanka was hired as managing director and head of EMEA at Syndio, which is expanding into the UK and EMEA after raising $50 million. Additionally, Expedia appointed Rob Torres as senior VP for global ads, and Lance Baldo joined Freenome as chief medical officer following his departure from Adaptive Biotechnologies.
Evok Innovations Raises $150M for North American Clean-Tech Investments with Seattle Partner Naynika Chaubey
Evok Innovations, a Vancouver-based venture capital firm specializing in clean technology, has raised $150 million of a $300 million fund to invest in North American clean-tech startups. Seattle-based partner Naynika Chaubey, who joined Evok in November, has a background in deep tech and clean power investments and co-founded two startups.
Hazel Analytics Expands Partnership with Yelp to Provide Health Ratings for Restaurants Across 48 U.S. States and Canada
Seattle startup Hazel Analytics expanded its partnership with Yelp to provide standardized health inspection ratings for restaurants now covering 48 states and parts of Canada, serving nearly 70% of the U.S. population. Founded in 2014 by academics and economists, Hazel collects and standardizes health data to improve public awareness and supports major restaurant chains with inspection dashboards.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Featured on 2022 Time 100 Most Influential Companies Cover Alongside Rec Room and Wyze
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is featured on the cover of Time's 2022 100 Most Influential Companies issue alongside Mindy Kaling and Bang Si-hyuk. Seattle-based VR company Rec Room and smart-home brand Wyze also appear on the list for their innovations and recent growth.
Avalanche Energy, Founded by Blue Origin Vets, Raises $5M to Develop Small-Scale Fusion Device, Achieves First Neutron Fusion
Avalanche Energy, founded by former Blue Origin executives Robin Langtry and Brian Riordan, is developing a small-scale fusion energy device and recently raised $5 million in seed funding. The Seattle-based startup has generated its first neutrons via fusion and secured an international patent, aiming for a simpler, scalable fusion solution.
Innovega Licenses AR Eyewear Technology to Global Assistive Tech Leader for Visually Impaired
Innovega Inc., a Bellevue-based AR/VR eyewear company, announced a licensing agreement with a leading global provider of assistive technology for the visually impaired to use its contact lens and glasses technology. This marks Innovega's first commercial licensing deal for its next-generation display eyewear system, after over a decade developing augmented reality solutions.
Icosavax COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Shows Weaker Immune Response Than Expected, Stocks Fall Over 60%
Icosavax reported interim phase 1/2 trial results for its COVID-19 vaccine showing immune responses below expectations, causing its stock to drop over 60%. The company plans to investigate causes for the underwhelming data while remaining committed to its VLP vaccine platform.
Tomo, Founded by Ex-Zillow Execs, Raises $40M Series A at $640M Valuation to Speed Mortgage Approvals
Tomo, a fintech startup founded by former Zillow executives Carey Armstrong and Greg Schwartz, raised $40 million at a $640 million valuation to accelerate mortgage approvals with its digital platform. The company now covers nearly a third of the U.S. market and focuses solely on purchase mortgages to help buyers compete in a hot real estate market.
Seattle Sisters Aparna and Ambika Thyagarajan Lead Shobitam, a Fast-Growing Ethnic Fashion E-Commerce Startup, Raising $1.5M Seed Funding
Seattle sisters Aparna and Ambika Thyagarajan co-founded ethnic fashion e-commerce startup Shobitam three years ago, growing its direct-to-consumer platform globally and supporting Indian weavers. The company leveraged technology for an engaging online experience, saw growth during the pandemic, and raised $1.5 million in seed funding to expand while giving back half its profits to affected artisans.
Seattle Entrepreneur Alex Algard Launches Online List Tracking 375+ Corporations Boycotting Russia Amid Ukraine Invasion
Seattle entrepreneur Alex Algard created an online list tracking the economic actions of over 375 corporations boycotting Russia amid the invasion of Ukraine, highlighting both those who have acted and those still operating there. The list is detailed by sector and aims to provide an accurate, up-to-date resource to support collective efforts against Russia.
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John Cook Founder, Co-founder and Publisher, GeekWire
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