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Prediction: Stoke Space—fresh off a $1 billion raise—will IPO in 2027 as Nova Pathfinder readies early launch
The article predicts Stoke Space will go public in 2027, arguing the reusable-rocket startup — which raised $1 billion and is developing the Nova family — will offer a new space stock for investors. Stoke's Nova Pathfinder, a 7-engine LNG/LOX demonstrator lifting 2.5 tonnes to LEO, should launch early next year, leading to a larger Nova Block 2 with 14 engines and 15-ton capacity.
Stoke Space raises $1B Series E at ~$10B valuation to fast-track larger reusable Nova Pathfinder (2027) and Block 2 (2029)
Stoke Space raised $1 billion in a Series E round led by Point72 Ventures and Spark Capital, valuing the company at about $10 billion to accelerate development of larger reusable rockets. The funding will speed work on the Nova Pathfinder (targeted 2027) and Block 2 (targeted 2029) as an alternative to SpaceX for satellite launches.
Auger — Dave and Leigh Anne Clark’s $150M AI supply-chain startup — moves HQ from Seattle area to Dallas
Auger, an AI supply-chain startup co-founded in 2024 by former Amazon executive Dave Clark and Leigh Anne Clark, is relocating its headquarters from the Seattle area to Dallas after raising $150 million; development work remains in Seattle and the Dallas office is expected to reach about 30 employees by year-end.
Rad Power Bikes — once a $1.65B e-bike unicorn — files Chapter 11 after CPSC battery-fire recall and January 2026 warehouse blaze
Rad Power Bikes grew rapidly to a $1.65 billion valuation and dominant North American market share but collapsed after leadership exits, executive turnover, layoffs, a CPSC battery-fire recall in November 2025, Chapter 11 bankruptcy in December 2025, and a Huntington Beach warehouse fire in January 2026.
Brinc Raises $125 Million to Replace Chinese Drones in U.S. Policing, CEO Blake Resnick Leads Effort
Brinc, led by Forbes Under 30 cover star Blake Resnick, raised $125 million to replace Chinese-made drones in U.S. policing.
Seattle Seahawks Sold to Vinod Khosla-Led Group for $9.612 Billion After 2026 Super Bowl Win
The Seattle Seahawks have been sold to a group led by Bay Area venture capitalist Vinod Khosla shortly after winning the Super Bowl, making them the fourth ownership in franchise history. The $9.612 billion sale proceeds will benefit Paul Allen’s philanthropic estate.
Shaquille O'Neal DJs World Cup Block Party in Seattle and Visits Big Chicken Restaurant in Renton
Shaquille O'Neal energized Seattle during a major World Cup weekend by DJing a packed block party in Pioneer Square as DJ Diesel and visiting his Big Chicken restaurant in Renton. His DJ set and casual restaurant visit drew significant local attention, showcasing his diverse interests beyond basketball.
Providence Spins Out Providence Ventures as Allumia Ventures; Providence Commits $150 Million to New Fund
Providence spun out its venture arm, renaming it Allumia Ventures and making it an independent VC firm; Allumia closed its third fund with Providence committing $150 million. Allumia plans to invite 3–5 other health systems to join as limited partners to expand its investor base and partnerships.
Chris Bee Joins AI Email Startup Superhuman as CTO; Getty Images Founder Departs Board; Xbox Veteran Larry Hryb Joins Unity
Chris Bee, formerly CTO at Lessen, has joined AI email startup Superhuman as CTO to help expand its enterprise offerings, while several other tech executives changed roles across Pacific Northwest companies. Notably, Getty Images founder Jonathan Klein left the board, and Xbox veteran Larry Hryb joined Unity as director of community.
Providence Spins Out Praia Health; Startup Raises $20M Series A Led by Frist Cressey Ventures
Providence spun out Praia Health, its fourth digital health startup, and Praia closed a $20 million Series A led by Frist Cressey Ventures to commercialize a patient engagement platform that personalizes care journeys and unifies consumer data with single sign-on.
GeekWire Highlights: Amazon Protests, Tesla Cybertruck Test Drive, Veeam's $1.5B Revenue, OpenPipe's $6.7M Funding, and Washington's Fusion Power Support
GeekWire's most popular technology stories for the week of March 24, 2024, covered topics including Amazon protesters opposing fossil fuel use, Tesla Cybertruck test drives in Seattle, Veeam's headquarters move and revenue milestone, OpenPipe's $6.7M funding round, and Washington state's support for fusion power development.
PitchBook Introduces VC Exit Predictor Tool Analyzing Successful Exit Chances for Top Pacific Northwest Startups
PitchBook has launched a new machine learning tool called the VC Exit Predictor that forecasts the likelihood and type of successful exits for venture-backed startups using data from over 120,000 companies. The tool was applied to analyze the top 50 Pacific Northwest tech startups in the GeekWire 200, highlighting several with notable opportunity scores, but it is not intended to replace traditional due diligence.
Glowforge Launches Magic Canvas AI Image Generator for 3D Laser Printing Creations
Glowforge launched Magic Canvas, an AI-powered image generator that creates artwork from text prompts optimized for 3D laser printing on materials like wood and acrylic. The tool simplifies the design process by producing copyright-free images ready for engraving and cutting.
RealWear to Go Public via SPAC Merger with Cascadia Capital Valued at $375.5 Million
RealWear, a Vancouver, Washington-based industrial headset maker, is going public through a SPAC merger with Seattle's Cascadia Capital, valuing the combined company at $375.5 million. The company, serving over 5,000 enterprise customers including 41 Fortune 100 firms, reported $20.5 million in revenue for 2022 with a 63% gross margin.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Footprint Coalition Ventures backs Seattle’s Cloud Paper as it launches two sustainability-focused funds
Actor Robert Downey Jr. launched two venture funds under Footprint Coalition Ventures focused on sustainable technology and is backing Seattle startup Cloud Paper, a tree-free toilet paper maker. The funds, led by Jonathan Schulhof and Steve Levin, will invest in early- and late-stage companies across sustainability, food and agtech, materials, energy, transportation, education, media and environmental solutions.
Seattle VC Flying Fish files to raise $75M 'Flying Fish Fund II' after $80M debut fund
Seattle venture capital firm Flying Fish, founded in 2018, is raising a second fund called Flying Fish Fund II with an SEC filing showing a $75 million offering; the firm previously raised an $80 million first fund and focuses on AI/ML startups in the Pacific Northwest.
