Category: Start-ups

AI Funding Frenzy Escalates

The New York Times – Business:
In just weeks, a gold rush into artificial intelligence start-ups has become a full-blown mania.
After Bank Debacle, Silicon Valley Reckons With Its Image

The New York Times – Business:
Even as start-ups and investors began recovering their money from Silicon Valley Bank, the episode exposed the tech industry’s vulnerabilities.
An Indian tech company’s stock falls after it reveals a link to Silicon Valley Bank.

The New York Times – Business:
Nazara Technologies, a mobile gaming company, said two of its subsidiaries had together more than $7.7 million in balances at the failed bank.
An A.I. Start-Up Boomed, but Now It Faces a Slowing Economy and New Rules

The New York Times – Business:
Using A.I. tools in hiring is one of the most promising and contentious uses of the technology. The experience of a company called Eightfold AI shows the challenges.
3 Lessons From Silicon Valley Bank’s Failure

The New York Times – Business:
Here’s one takeaway: The bank’s extremely online clientele may have contributed to its downfall.
Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Sets Off Blame Game Between Crypto and Tech

The New York Times – Business:
The implosion of the Silicon Valley bank led to finger-pointing, as executives and investors jumped on the crisis for their own messaging.
Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse Causes Start-Up Chaos

The New York Times – Business:
Young companies raced to get their money out of the bank, which was central to the start-up industry. Some said they could not make payroll.
Silicon Valley Bank Fails After Run by Venture Capital Customers

The New York Times – Business:
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation took control of the bank’s assets on Friday.
The Messenger, a Media Start-Up, Aims to Build a Newsroom Fast

The New York Times – Business:
The company, which will begin operating in May, plans to have around 550 journalists covering entertainment, politics and sports within a year.
WeWork in Talks With Investors to Help Restructure Debt

The New York Times – Business:
The co-working giant is close to an agreement with SoftBank and others for new money and to restructure its debt.
The Furniture Hustlers of Silicon Valley

The New York Times – Business:
As tech companies cut costs and move to remote work, their left-behind office furniture has become part of a booming trade.
Ephemeral Tattoos Were ‘Made to Fade.’ Some Still Haven’t.

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The temporary tattoo company updated its product description after customer complaints about persistent tattoos.