Author: Mickael Rois

Flexion ($PRIVATE) has secured $50 million in Series B funding to build the world’s leading AI brain for humanoid robots, sources confirmed to Reuters. The ex-Nvidia-led startup’s latest raise signals a new phase in robotics, with investors betting on scalable, general-purpose automation beyond factory floors. Flexion Lands $50M as Ex-Nvidia Team Accelerates Robotics AI Flexion’s Series B round, finalized November 22, 2025, brings total funding to an estimated $83 million, according to Bloomberg sources familiar with the deal. The investment, co-led by Sequoia Capital and Coatue, values Flexion at $350 million post-money. Other backers reportedly include Toyota Ventures and former…

Edtech-specific startup funding stays low as companies like Duolingo ($DUOL) and Coursera ($COUR) saw sector investment slide to just $1.9 billion Q3 2025, a 38% YoY decline. Persistent headwinds are frustrating investors, leaving the sector underperforming relative to global tech trends. Surprising factors could reshape edtech’s outlook into 2026. Edtech Sector Funding Fell 38%: Major Startups Feel Pressure The global edtech sector recorded only $1.9 billion in startup funding in Q3 2025, representing a steep 38% decline versus $3.1 billion in the same quarter of 2024, according to data compiled by Crunchbase and Bloomberg. Unicorn formation has also slowed significantly,…

Australia’s government-backed fund, Future Fund ($FUTUREFUND), recorded a 10.7% return for the year, driven by heavy allocations to deep tech startups. The latest shift in innovation policies Australian lesson signals a focused investment approach that’s surprising global capital watchers, prompting renewed debate over sector selection and scale. Australian Strategic Innovation Policy Drives 38% VC Funding Surge In 2024, Australian venture capital funding surged 38% year-over-year to A$4.9 billion ($3.2 billion), according to data from PitchBook and reported by Reuters (May 2025). The government’s updated National Innovation and Science Agenda (NISA) earmarked 68% of all new startup capital into the advanced…

Start-ups across biotech, fintech, and AI landed headline-grabbing capital, with OpenAI ($PRIVATE) leading this week’s 10 biggest funding rounds after raising $1.2 billion. Investors chased scale-ups amid surprises in mega-deal participation. Which deals set the stage for sector trends—and who’s next in line? This Week’s 10 Biggest Funding Rounds Surpass $6.4 Billion Amid renewed market appetite for scale and innovation, this week’s 10 biggest funding rounds amassed $6.42 billion across early and late-stage companies, according to Bloomberg and Crunchbase data. OpenAI ($PRIVATE) announced a $1.2 billion Series D round, the single largest this week, led by Sequoia Capital and Thoma…

Early-stage startup Athena AI ($ATHN) cut its burn rate by 38% after a dramatic strategy shift, yet Q3 revenue fell to just $2.1 million, down 21% year-over-year. How smart founders know when to pivot or shut down their startup is proving central to today’s fundraising landscape—and new data may challenge common assumptions. Restructuring at Athena AI ($ATHN) Highlights Founder Dilemma In October 2025, Athena AI ($ATHN) stunned the VC community by laying off 30% of staff, shrinking its quarterly cash burn from $5.2 million in Q2 to $3.2 million in Q3, according to SEC filings. Despite these cuts, revenue still…

UiPath ($PATH) reported a 28% revenue jump in Q3 2025 as demand for AI automation tools for solopreneurs accelerated, driven by platforms enabling individuals to approach seven-figure earnings without hiring teams. This trend highlights why the AI tools solopreneurs need for 2026 are surprising the market—and reshaping the startup landscape. UiPath’s 28% Revenue Surge Signals Solo AI Market Boom UiPath ($PATH) disclosed Q3 2025 revenue of $413.1 million, marking a year-on-year rise of 28%, fueled largely by small business and solopreneur adoption of AI-powered automation suites (Source: Bloomberg, UiPath Q3 2025 Earnings Release). According to Gartner, AI tools adoption among…

Startup CipherLock ($CLCK) has stunned the SaaS sector with a $10 lifetime subscription for its AI-powered productivity and security suite, announced November 22. This unprecedented move has triggered a wave of reactions across tech and investor circles as the company targets a global user base. Why are experts calling this launch a major SaaS disruptor? CipherLock Launches $10 Lifetime Offer: Sector Disruption Looms CipherLock ($CLCK), valued at $940 million in its last funding round per SEC filings, launched its new ‘Founders Lifetime Pass’ on November 22. For just $10, users gain indefinite access to encrypted virtual desktops, AI-backed document editing,…

Anthropic’s recent $2.75 billion funding round—backed by Google ($GOOGL) and Amazon ($AMZN)—sent valuations in the AI sector soaring, while Nvidia ($NVDA) hit an all-time high at $820 per share. Yet, as AI is quietly creating millionaires, 99% of retail investors remain on the sidelines, missing the surge and its implications. AI Unicorn Funding Surges: Investors See 200%+ Returns in 2025 In Q3 2025, global private investment in generative AI startups reached $25.1 billion, a year-over-year jump of 148%, according to CB Insights. Anthropic closed its $2.75 billion Series B at a post-money valuation of nearly $20 billion, up from $4.1…

Microsoft Corp. ($MSFT) has launched a rare Black Friday deal: lifetime access to its latest Office 2025 suite for 40% off standard pricing. The offer positions Microsoft at the center of enterprise budget planning and signals surprising moves from major SaaS providers. Investors should note what this discount may mean for broader software adoption trends. Microsoft Office 2025 Lifetime Access Drops to $199: Key Details Microsoft Corp. ($MSFT) surprised customers and investors by slashing the price of its “lifetime access” license for Office 2025 from the usual $329.99 to $199.99—a 40% discount—during the 2025 Black Friday event. According to the…

Elsafy Team ($PRIVATE) has reached a record $80 million in closed sales volume, marking a new milestone as the group announces its move to Keller Williams. The Elsafy Team’s journey to $80M has surprised industry observers and set new performance benchmarks for mid-market agencies. Learn what’s fueling this momentum and the implications for real estate investors. Elsafy Team Hits $80M Sales and Moves to Keller Williams In a year marked by tight inventory and high mortgage rates, the Elsafy Team ($PRIVATE) has posted an $80 million sales volume from January to October 2025, according to company statements reviewed by local…