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Moment raises $78M led by Index Ventures to build AI operating system for Edward Jones, LPL and Hightower
Moment, founded by former Citadel quants, raised $78 million led by Index Ventures (with a16z and Avra participating) to build an AI operating system that lets wealth managers like Edward Jones, LPL Financial, and Hightower deploy regulated AI agents for trading.
Seattle Startup Integrate Raises $17M Series A to Expand Defense and Space Project Management Software
Seattle startup Integrate secured $17 million in Series A funding to expand its super-secure project management tool used in defense, space, and other industries. The company, which has a $25 million Space Force contract and supports classified intelligence projects, is also attracting interest from automotive, renewable energy, and maritime sectors.
Madrona Raises $770M for Two New Funds to Back Early and Late-Stage Tech Startups Amid VC Slowdown
Madrona, the largest venture capital firm in the Pacific Northwest, raised $770 million for two new funds focusing on early-stage and more mature tech startups despite a challenging VC fundraising environment in 2024. The firm plans to invest in about 30 companies at early stages and 12 at later stages, maintaining its strong position amid a slowdown in the broader venture capital sector.
