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Next OpenAIs and Anthropics may come straight to retail market. Here's what to know before investing
Massive IPOs like Anthropic and OpenAI are on the radar of the retail investing public but more retail investors are now seeking access to privately traded stocks before they go public. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins said…
Rwandan, UK firms partner to connect businesses to investment, markets
Rwandan and UK business networks have entered partnerships aimed at connecting entrepreneurs and small businesses with investment, market opportunities and business expertise between Rwanda, the UK and wider African markets. Afri-Global Cooperation…
SEC proposes investor exam to expand private-market access - here's how it could work
The SEC proposed expanding accredited investor eligibility beyond traditional income and net worth thresholds. The proposal would create an exam-based route intended to assess investors' knowledge of securities, investment risks, disclosures and…
How To Navigate Debt And Equity Options As A Small-Business Owner
Frank Williamson is CEO of Oaklyn Consulting, an investment banking firm serving founder and investor owned companies and nonprofits. Any business that grows large enough eventually reaches a point where it needs outside capital to keep…
Billionaire family offices bet on geothermal energy, brain implants in September
Private investment firms of the ultrawealthy made 42 direct investments in companies in September, per Fintrx. While monthly deal count dipped, family offices are still making bold bets on startups, often through mega-rounds. Mazama Energy CEO…
OpenAI President Reportedly Pulls Support From Controversial AI Super PAC
OpenAI President Greg Brockman was one of the major early supporters of Leading the Future, a controversial AI industry super PAC that formed last year with a mission to get pro-AI candidates elected in the 2026 midterm elections. Brockman and his…
Poland draws investors with EU-leading growth
Poland's economy grew 3.6 percent in 2025 – the fastest in the European Union – with Chinese investment in the country accelerating across batteries, infrastructure, and green energy. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The Central and…
Wealthy investors use this tax-free structure. Could it work for you?
Many investors hope they will be prescient – or lucky – enough to back an early stage start-up that becomes the next Canva, the graphic design juggernaut founded in Perth in 2013 that's now valued at about $43 billion. Early-Stage…
This startup wants to turn idle car inventory into rental revenue
When Igor Dobrianskyi looks at a car dealership lot, he sees a wasted opportunity. “Millions and millions of used cars are sitting on parking lots, depreciating and losing value,” Dobrianskyi said in a recent interview, adding that…
Governor Healey and President Kornbluth launch MIT Future Fest
MIT Future Fest launched on Wednesday afternoon, featuring a visit from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey before an opening panel at Kresge Auditorium. Both Healey and MIT President Sally Kornbluth emphasized the power of curiosity and innovation…
Do you need a new job or do you need a break?
Anu Bharadwaj was a rising star at Atlassian, but just two years into her role, she was ready to quit. Exhausted from long hours and constant pressure, Bharadwaj walked into her boss's office to resign. Instead, he made her a counteroffer: Take a…
Exclusive: Homeward Raises $120M To Help Homeowners Buy And Sell More Quickly As Housing Market Stalls
Homeward, a startup that helps homeowners buy before selling their existing homes or get cash offers for their properties, has raised a $120 million Series D round, Crunchbase News reports exclusively. Saluda Grade, an alternative investment firm…
Arian Simone: The day I learned Fearless Fund was under attack
In 2023, the venture capital firm Fearless Fund was sued over its grant program that invested in Black women entrepreneurs. The suit turned out to be a canary in the coal mine for what was to come—a full-scale legal attack meant to dismantle…
What's in Trump's AI deal and who has reacted?
US President Donald Trump has signed a deal with tech leaders outlining a regime of self-regulation for the AI industry. What's in the deal and what has been the reaction? SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The document does not break the 400-word…
Do CEOs Matter? MongoDB Shareholders Are About To Find Out (NASDAQ:MDB)
MongoDB remains fundamentally strong, with accelerating revenue growth (+25% TTM) and record 21% unlevered pretax FCF margins. MDB's usage-based business model introduces revenue visibility challenges but boasts a rapidly growing backlog, up 91%…
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