Tag: venture capital

Applications for the Startup Battlefield 200 close in 3 days. Here is my analysis of what judges are looking for in the 2026 cohort and how to maximize your shot.

Founders Fund just launched a reality show featuring Sam Altman and Palmer Luckey. I watched the pilot so you don't have to. Here is my honest breakdown.

Defense tech is flush with VC cash in 2026. I look at which startups like Anduril and Palantir are actually shipping hardware that works and who might fail.

Defense tech is flooded with capital, but few firms deliver. I break down which companies are scaling real hardware versus those just burning investor cash.

Breaking down the criteria and strategies that get startups into the coveted TechCrunch Startup Battlefield Top 20. Get the inside scoop.

I analyzed the ROI of the Startup Battlefield Top 20. Does the prestige justify the cost and effort, or is it just a vanity metric for founders in 2026?

An esports startup secured $20 million by focusing on player skill, not AI. Learn how they did it and what it means for gaming's future.

Startup Battlefield 200 applications are closing in days. Here's what happened, why it matters for founders and investors, and how to prepare.

Startup Battlefield's 2026 application window closed in days. Understand the rapid selection process and what it means for founders and investors.

Australian investor Lachy Groom is reportedly backing Indian fintech Pronto at a $200 million valuation, signaling strong VC interest in emerging markets.

Bret Taylor's Sierra Ventures acquires AI startup Fragment for $300M. What this means for enterprise AI and your data.

2026 guide shows how startups move from accelerator stages to International Space Station payloads, with specs, costs, and market impact.