Amazon has long been the leader in the cloud, pioneering the concept in 2006. However, the company now finds itself playing catch-up to Microsoft in the AI space. Microsoft has partnered with OpenAI, while Amazon is betting on Bedrock. Additionally, Microsoft’s Copilot has outshone Amazon’s Q debut in the world of AI.
AI is still a relatively new technology, and enterprise buyers are looking to avoid vendor lock-in, just as they have in the cloud. For now, it appears that Microsoft has gained the upper hand in terms of perception.
Investors have been pouring money into agtech for years, but only a small fraction of that investment has gone to Black-owned agtech companies. The Black Farmer Fund is raising funds to provide economic and social opportunities to Black farmers and food businesses in the Northeast.
Medical spas are projected to become a $30 billion industry by the end of the decade, attracting the attention of investors and private equity firms. However, the success of these businesses is dependent on beauty fads and unrealistic beauty standards, raising questions about the risks involved.
Scalestack closed a $1 million round using an 18-slide pitch deck, leveraging its killer team, impressive traction, and a strong customer testimonial. However, the deck is missing crucial information.
When it comes to SaaS funding, companies are now focusing on sustainable growth and product scalability, rather than just TAM and revenue growth.
Cross-border investing can be challenging, with early-stage companies often giving away significant equity in desperate need of funding. Finding reasonable terms for cross-border investments can be even more difficult.