YC startups can now receive investment in stablecoin

All startups accepted into YC will soon have the option to receive their seed checks via stablecoins.

Peak XV says internal disagreement led to partner exits as it doubles down on AI

Peak XV is transitioning board roles and opening a U.S. office while continuing to view India as its largest market.

Fintech CEO and Forbes 30 Under 30 alum has been charged for alleged fraud

The startup CEO says she plans to publicly address the charges this week.

Two Stanford students launch $2M startup accelerator for students nationwide

“Breakthrough’s purpose is to fill in the funding and opportunity gap that exists in many of these ecosystems because students have historically lacked access to capital and the networks required to launch their entrepreneurial pursuits,” co-founder Ro…

Carbon Robotics built an AI model that detects and identifies plants 

Carbon Robotics’ Large Plant Model will allow farmers to kill new types of weeds without having to retrain the machines.

Meet the new European unicorns of 2026

From Belgium to Ukraine, five fresh European unicorns were minted this January.

HomeBoost’s app will show you where to save on your utility bills

The startup is partnering with utilities to help homeowners determine the best upgrades to cut their energy use.

a16z partner Kofi Ampadu to leave firm after TxO program pause

Kofi Ampadu, the partner at a16z who led the firm’s Talent x Opportunity (TxO) fund and program, has left the firm.

Uber is literally in the driver’s seat when it comes to AV bets

Self-driving truck startup Waabi’s billion-dollar fundraise isn’t just about trucks.   The deal, for $750 million up front plus another $250 million from Uber tied to deployment milestones, marks a major expansion i…

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