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Antler Singapore Announces Improved Investment Terms and 6-Week Residency
Antler Singapore revealed enhanced terms offering up to $400,000 from inception, starting with $150,000 net, for founders building global software companies. The revamped 6-week residency focuses on execution and early traction, building on investments in over 1,600 companies since 2018.
Jussi Salovaraa emphasized backing outlier founders with global ambition.
Over 100 New Tech Unicorns Minted in 2025 Including Unconventional AI and Saviynt
More than 100 tech unicorns emerged in 2025, with Unconventional AI reaching $4.5B valuation after a $475M seed led by Andreessen Horowitz. Saviynt hit $3B with a $700M Series B from KKR, while Heven Aerotech became a $1B hydrogen drone maker.
Recent January unicorns include Mercor at $2B and Kikoff at $1B.
AI-Driven InsurTech Corgi Raises $108M for Startup Insurance
US-based Corgi, building an AI-native insurance carrier for startups, secured $108M from Y Combinator, Kindred Ventures, and others. The platform supports startups' evolving risk profiles with fast, quality coverage.
CEO Nico Laqua highlighted enabling founders to focus on building.
Defense Tech Unicorn Onebrief Raises $200M and Acquires Battle Road
Onebrief, valued at $1.1B pre-money in prior round, raised $200M Series D led by Battery Ventures and Sapphire Ventures. It acquired Battle Road Digital for military simulation software amid surging defense tech funding of $7.7B in 2025.
The AI platform aids US DoD in efficient military planning.
Flip Raises $20M Series A for Vertical AI Customer Service
Flip, offering Amazon Alexa-like voice AI for businesses, closed a $20M Series A funding round. The startup focuses on verticalized customer service solutions.
This bolsters AI-driven enterprise tools amid rising vertical AI investments.
Sovereign AI Unicorn webAI Valued at $2.5B After Double-Digit Funding
webAI's valuation soared to $2.5B following a double-digit million funding round. The sovereign AI firm emphasizes privacy-focused solutions.
This reflects surging interest in on-device AI technologies.
Startup Island TAIWAN Silicon Valley Hub Celebrates First Anniversary
The NDC-backed hub marked its first year, supporting 35+ startups, mostly AI-focused, and 1,000+ cross-border connections. It bridges Taiwan's AI and semiconductor strengths with Silicon Valley.
Director Kyle Chen outlined priorities for market positioning and trust-building.
Neurosoft Bioelectronics Wins 2026 Startup World Cup Las Vegas Regional
Switzerland's Neurosoft Bioelectronics triumphed with its minimally invasive neural interface for cortical AI models. Selected from 500 applicants, it advances to the San Francisco Grand Finale for a $1M prize.
The event alongside CES drew nearly 1,000 attendees.
Digital Health Funding Surges in 2025 Driven by AI Startups
Digital health firms with AI offerings captured 54% of 2025 funding, up from 37%, with larger rounds. This boost underscores AI's role in health tech innovation.
Startups in this space raised significantly more capital overall.
GreenTech Raises Rs 30 Crore in Transition VC-Led Round
Indian wind turbine startup GreenTech secured Rs 30 crore led by Transition VC for operations and maintenance tech. This funds expansion in renewable energy services.
It highlights cleantech momentum in emerging markets.
.Lumen Wins CES 2026 Accessibility Award for AI Smart Glasses
EIT Urban Mobility portfolio startup .Lumen earned the CES 2026 award for AI glasses aiding visually impaired users. Founder Cornel Amariei noted its personal significance.
This supports inclusive urban mobility innovations.