Funding
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Startups
Venture capital for Black-founded startups sees sharp decline
In 2023, Black-founded U.S. startups captured less than 0.5% of the $140.4 billion in venture funding, a stark decline from previous years.
Diego Navarro·May 29, 2026
Startups
Venture capital investment surges across Asia, China, and India
In the first three months of this year, AI-related start-ups in China alone secured over 110 billion yuan (US$16.
Diego Navarro·May 27, 2026
AI
Lucra Sports raises $20M with AI-powered pitch
Lucra Sports CEO Dylan Robbins secured a $20 million Series B round, leading his pitch with an AI argument.
Sophie Laurent·May 25, 2026
Startups
AI firms capture 65% of venture deal value in 2025
In 2025, AI companies didn't just lead venture capital funding; they captured an astounding 65% of all deal value, up from 46% just a year prior, according to Institutional Investor .
Diego Navarro·May 18, 2026