Founders
Insights, stories, and strategies for startup founders navigating the entrepreneurial journey.
KC Green and AI startup Artisan reach private agreement
Artist KC Green, known for the "This is Fine" meme, has reached a private agreement with AI startup Artisan after publicly accusing the company of misusing his work.
Meta AI pendant development advances with new wearable features
Forget smartwatches and glasses: Meta is developing an AI-powered pendant, a voice-based digital assistant worn around the neck.
SoftBank Commits Up to €75 Billion to Boost French Data Centers
SoftBank Group will inject up to €75 billion into France, building 5 gigawatts of AI data center capacity.
Ferrari Reveals Luce, Its First Fully Electric Vehicle
Ferrari, the legendary marque of roaring V12 engines and two-seater exclusivity, just unveiled its first fully electric car: the Luce.
India's gig workers train AI robots, securing $8.2M for Human Archive
For just $1 an hour, gig workers in India wear camera-equipped caps, recording their daily lives.
Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline is May 27, 2026
The Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline is May 27, 2026, giving pre-Series A startups two years, not days, to apply for a chance at $100,000 in equity-free funding and the Disrupt Cup.
Pope Leo XIV publishes first encyclical on artificial intelligence ethics
Pope Leo XIV, in his first major teaching document, has issued a 42,300-word encyclical warning that artificial intelligence needs to be 'disarmed', according to BBC .
Dreamie alarm clock: $250 device replaces phone use with digital content
For $249.99, the Dreamie alarm clock promises to cure phone addiction. Yet, it comes pre-loaded with 15 digital 'sleep scenes' and plays podcasts, according to Mashable. This premium device offers a suite of digital distractions, directly contradicting its core mission to reduce phone use in bed.
Peec AI Achieves $10 Million in Annualized Revenue Growth
In just months, Peec AI more than doubled its annualized revenue, soaring past the $10 million mark.
Startup Unlocks Personalized Fragrance With AI Subscription Service
Fragrance tech company Patina secured $2 million to develop Sense1, an AI model designed to replicate scent receptors, according to TechCrunch .
Spotify launches AI audiobook tool using ElevenLabs tech
In a surprising move for a platform known for exclusive content, Spotify has launched an AI-powered tool for authors to create audiobooks that can also be distributed on rival platforms.
Juggernaut Agile Guidance Review: An Honest Look at Their $250,000 Guaranteed Funding (2026)
Amidst a historic rise in new businesses, entrepreneurs face an increasingly difficult "access-to-capital gap." Companies like Juggernaut Agile Guidance offer alternative funding solutions, including a "free shelf corporation," to help new ventures secure capital.
Musk sues OpenAI alleging breach of trust
A former OpenAI board member testified under oath that CEO Sam Altman's 'dishonesty' directly caused his temporary ouster in 2023.
Dawson's Commencement Speech: Lessons for Future Speakers
On May 16, 2026, Salutatorian Katelyn Dawson '26 delivered a commencement address at SUNY New Paltz.
Google for Startups Gemini Forum Showcases AI Tools for Growth
A startup can now turn a simple text prompt into a live, deployed application connected to a database in mere seconds, thanks to new Google AI Studio integrations.
Immigrant Founders Leverage Grit and Global Vision for Startup Success
Immigrants comprise just 13% of the U.
IDF reservists launch 150 new startups amid investment surge
In 2025, 150 new startups were launched by IDF reserve veterans, many still actively serving, through a single program designed to leverage their unique skills.
Polsky Center Fuels Energy Innovation With New Founder Education Program
Twenty Indian deep tech startups, despite recognized struggles with global fundraising and communication, have been selected for a new accelerator aiming to launch them onto the world stage.
Asan Nanum Foundation Selects 10 Teams for Inclusive Incubation Program
From Seoul to Chennai, new programs are emerging to support diverse founders and offer alternative startup funding.
Inside the Brad Sugars $1M Club: Is This the Ultimate Program for 7-Figure Entrepreneurs?
The Brad Sugars $1M Club is a program designed for serious entrepreneurs stuck at the six-figure mark, offering a battle-tested system to break through growth plateaus and scale to seven figures. It emphasizes actionable frameworks from the ActionCOACH methodology over mere motivation, helping founders transition from practitioner to strategist.
How to Uncover Hidden Revenue Streams with Ironclad Family's Gap Discovery Tool
Modern financial advisors face a quiet crisis: delivering value beyond portfolio performance while critical client risks like unprotected digital assets and outdated estate plans remain unaddressed. Ironclad Family's Gap Discovery tool helps advisors identify these overlooked vulnerabilities, transforming their role into holistic asset protectors.
CU Denver awards $27,500 to student ventures at THE CLIMB
Renmira, a SaaS solution for hospital medication management, clinched $20,000 at CU Denver's 25th annual THE CLIMB pitch competition.
Aurora Ventures launches investment program for women founders
Aurora Ventures launched an early-stage investment program for women founders in emerging markets, backed by inDrive.
Universities Expand Programs, Fostering Student Entrepreneurship
At Boston University's 2026 Innovators' Night, student teams like Magnesis Robotics, developing electromagnetic propulsion for underwater vehicles, walked away with $20,000 in prize money.
AI Startup Founders Rethink Playbook for Regulated Markets
A clinical AI startup recently faced a stark choice: pursue venture capital or accept an acquisition offer from industry giant Radiology Partners.
Chanakya Playbook offers Indian entrepreneurs ancient business insights
Abhiraj Gupta’s 'The Chanakya Playbook: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Entrepreneur' is a runaway hit among India's founders.
BRCĒ startup wins Rice Business Plan Competition for sustainable materials
Michigan State University startup BRCĒ secured $611,500 in prizes at the 2026 Rice Business Plan Competition.
CU Boulder and Techstars Forge Partnership to Boost Regional Startups
In 2024, the University of Colorado Boulder ranked first nationally for startups launched.
Kara Swisher and Patrick Llewellyn Reboot 'That Startup Show'
Tech journalist Kara Swisher joins the reboot of "That Startup Show" to dissect "Startup Myths & Legends" in its inaugural episode.
Princeton Students Launch AI Startups in Silicon Valley
Athan Zhang, a Princeton computer science major, took a leave of absence in fall 2025 to launch Copperlane, an AI startup.