Melinda Gates’ venture firm backs Magnify Ventures’ $46.6M Fund II⭐7

Melinda French Gates’ Pivotal Ventures backs Magnify Ventures’ $46.6M Fund II, targeting AI-driven care economy startups.

Ashton Kutcher Departs Sound Ventures to Co-Found New VC Firm⭐8

Ashton Kutcher departs Sound Ventures to co-found a new VC firm with Morgan Beller, focusing on early-stage AI infrastructure, energy, and deep tech startups.

The 11 Standout Startups from YC’s Demo Day, According to VCs⭐9

VCs highlight 11 standout YC Demo Day startups, with defense tech and AI leading—9 Mothers hits $200M+ valuation for counter-drone systems.