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Steve Case Testifies on Expanding Access to Capital Across America

Revolution

Ive been grateful to see that support firsthand throughout my careerwhether through the passage of the JOBS Act , the creation of Opportunity Zones , or, most recently, the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) initiative. This discussion is especially meaningful as our country approaches its semi-quincentennial next July.

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The Veteran Fund Announces Oversubscribed Fund and $100K Competition Winner

American Entrepreneurship

Miliary veterans possess attributes, experience, and skills that can be well-applied to entrepreneurship through leadership and knowledge of technology. The Veteran Fund was created to harness this potential, empowering veteran entrepreneurs to drive advancements in technology while securing America’s future.”

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Scamnetic’s $13M Series A to Scale AI-Powered Scam Detection

American Entrepreneurship

The company’s platform has positioned itself as a first-of-its-kind technology suite that proactively defends consumers and enterprises from evolving digital threats, including fraud, identity scams, and phishing attacks. The world needs to fight AI with AI, said Spencer Cecola, Partner at Roo Capital.

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i2E & Plains Ventures Surpasses $100M Milestone in Total Investments

Innovation 2 Enterprise

Since first investing in Oklahoma startups in 1999, i2E, and now its independent Venture Capital Fund management partner, Plains Ventures, have managed numerous early-stage debt and equity investment funds, making 452 investments in more than 250 companies. Novazyme Pharmaceuticals Inc. was acquired by Genzyme Corp for $137.5

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Creator Ventures Raises $45M Fund II to Back the Next Generation of Consumer Internet Startups

American Entrepreneurship

With more than $1 trillion in annual billings flowing through Apples App Store aloneand an estimated 200 million creators monetizing content across platformsthe lines between content, commerce, and technology continue to blur. This expansion signals vast potential for early-stage investment in consumer-facing tech startups.

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Florida Ranks as the Best State to Start a Business in 2025, according to WalletHub Report

American Entrepreneurship

Atlanta, in particular, is a thriving hub for tech startups and entrepreneurs, with a growing population and access to both venture capital and skilled talent. The state has a supportive business climate, with a focus on technology and innovation, making it particularly attractive for startups in the tech sector.

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Seven Stars Launches $40M Fund Backing Founders Shaping the Future of AI Applications

American Entrepreneurship

In a major boost for the artificial intelligence startup ecosystem, Seven Stars, a new venture capital firm founded by former SV Angel Partner Steven Lee, has officially launched its $40 million inaugural fund to support early-stage AI startups. Lee is also a recognized leader in the Asian Pacific entrepreneurial community.