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Advanced AI robots on an industrial assembly line, with SoftBank's logo subtly visible, representing a significant investment in robotics.
Venture & Growth

SoftBank in early talks for $800M Agile Robots funding

Just months after leading a $220 million round, SoftBank is reportedly in early talks to anchor an $800 million new funding round for Agile Robots, a German industrial AI robotics startup.

Mina Kim·June 2, 2026
Diverse group of African entrepreneurs collaborating in a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing innovation and growth in the continent's startup ecosystem.
Venture & Growth

Bloomberg Names 25 Top African Startups to Watch in 2026

African payments company NALA has secured up to US$50 million in credit financing, indicating robust investor confidence in the continent's tech scene.

Mina Kim·May 30, 2026
Futuristic manufacturing floor with AI-guided robots and holographic interfaces, showcasing a partnership between Mistral AI, Airbus, and BMW.
Venture & Growth

Mistral AI partners with Airbus and BMW for manufacturing solutions

In a surprising move, Mistral AI, known for its general AI models, has struck deals with industrial giants Airbus SE and BMW AG to bring its technology directly into advanced manufacturing, according

Mina Kim·May 28, 2026
Diverse individuals investing in SoftBank's new 35-year bond offering, symbolizing financial opportunity and innovation in the retail market.
Startup Playbook

SoftBank Embraces Retail Market Investment Strategy

SoftBank, the audacious tech investor, is now offering individual investors a 35-year bond with an initial interest rate up to 5.

Mina Kim·May 25, 2026
Oaktree Capital Management logo overlooking a complex, fragmented financial market with scattered investment opportunities.
Venture & Growth

Oaktree seeks credit investment opportunities in dispersed markets

A growing divide in credit markets leaves weaker companies desperate for capital, even as Oaktree Capital Management's global credit co-portfolio manager, Danielle Poli, advises caution.

Mina Kim·May 21, 2026
A central Nvidia GPU powering a network of AI startups, symbolizing innovation and the future of artificial intelligence and compute power.
Venture & Growth

Startups Leverage Nvidia Infrastructure for AI Compute Power

AI startup Decart, recently valued at nearly $4 billion, secured Nvidia as a new investor, according to The Wall Street Journal .

Mina Kim·May 21, 2026