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How to Spot High‑Potential AI Startups for 2026
SocialApr 10, 2026

How to Spot High‑Potential AI Startups for 2026

That’s a wrap on HumanX. 👏 Our CEO, @jagermcconnell, shared how to spot high-potential AI startups early, while our Research Lead, @geneteare, broke down the 2026 AI VC playbook and where capital is flowing next. Catch Jager’s full conversation. 🔗: https://t.co/yHSLy5M6ez

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Global Investors Help Boost Latin America’s Late-Stage Funding Boom In Q1
NewsApr 9, 2026

Global Investors Help Boost Latin America’s Late-Stage Funding Boom In Q1

Latin America’s venture ecosystem recorded a $1.03 billion funding surge in Q1 2026, driven primarily by a 158% jump in late‑stage and growth capital to $761 million. Mexico eclipsed Brazil, with Kavak’s $300 million Series F alone accounting for nearly a third of regional funds....

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Crunchbase Predicts 84% of Private Funding Events
SocialApr 8, 2026

Crunchbase Predicts 84% of Private Funding Events

What makes private market data especially powerful? Accuracy, completeness, & freshness. Crunchbase has correctly predicted 14K+ private market events to date, & accurately anticipated 84% of real-world funding events before they happened. ✨ Predict what’s next. 🔮 https://t.co/NW0OcCgkfb

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Most Active And Highest-Spending Startup Investors Diverged In Q1
NewsApr 8, 2026

Most Active And Highest-Spending Startup Investors Diverged In Q1

Q1 2026 saw venture funding surge to record levels, driven by massive AI‑focused rounds. While D.E. Shaw and MGX co‑led the two largest financings for OpenAI and Anthropic, they were not the most prolific dealmakers. Andreessen Horowitz topped post‑seed deal...

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North America VC Record: 87% AI Funding in Q1
SocialApr 7, 2026

North America VC Record: 87% AI Funding in Q1

A $252.6B quarter. 💥 North America funding shattered records in Q1, with 87% going to AI. $221B was poured into companies like @OpenAI and @Anthropic. Fewer deals. More capital into winners. Big implications for what comes next. 👀 https://t.co/X325jhmfm2 https://t.co/PTXFUrjfKJ

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AI Secures $211B in 2025, Half of Global VC
SocialApr 3, 2026

AI Secures $211B in 2025, Half of Global VC

ICYMI: The HumanX & Crunchbase AI Funding Report is out. In 2025, AI companies raised $211B, nearly half of global VC. See where capital is flowing now, & which companies presenting at HumanX may be poised for funding, acquisitions, or...

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Predictive AI Nailed 731 Deals, Beating the Market
SocialApr 2, 2026

Predictive AI Nailed 731 Deals, Beating the Market

Crunchbase called it. In March, our predictive intelligence confirmed 731 predictions. We flagged Granola’s $125M round months early and RIVR as an acquisition target before Amazon made it happen. Not guesswork. Powerful predictions that give you an edge. 🔮 https://t.co/ykNPWspQ8D

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Q1 2026 VC Hits $300B Record, AI Dominates
SocialApr 1, 2026

Q1 2026 VC Hits $300B Record, AI Dominates

🚨 Venture just hit a historic high. 🚨 $300B was invested in Q1 2026 — the biggest quarter ever, accounting for nearly 70% of all 2025 funding. AI captured 81% of it, with 4 companies raising $188B alone. 🤯 @crunchbasenews has the...

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AI Fuels Record Funding, Opening Door to OpenAI IPO
SocialMar 31, 2026

AI Fuels Record Funding, Opening Door to OpenAI IPO

The IPO window is back, & 2026 could be unprecedented. 🔥 In an interview with @SchwabNetwork, Crunchbase Research Lead @geneteare explains how AI is driving record venture funding & what an @OpenAI IPO could mean for the market. Watch the conversation. 🎥:...

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Master Signal‑Led Outbound with Predictive Intelligence
SocialMar 30, 2026

Master Signal‑Led Outbound with Predictive Intelligence

If your outbound still feels like guesswork, this is for you. 👀Ahead by Crunchbase returns with How to Master Signal-Led Outbound. 🗓️ April 15 | 2pm ET Learn how to use predictive intelligence to find the right accounts & engage before the...

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Predictive Intelligence in Snowflake Accelerates Growth Signal Detection
SocialMar 27, 2026

Predictive Intelligence in Snowflake Accelerates Growth Signal Detection

Missed our webinar? See how Crunchbase’s predictive intelligence in @Snowflake helps teams use high-signal data to spot growth, funding, and acquisition signals earlier — and act faster. Get the recording. 🎥: https://t.co/iYm0Ow88gF https://t.co/pJk1MeZSf9

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12 Defense Startups Poised for IPO After Swarmer Surge
SocialMar 26, 2026

12 Defense Startups Poised for IPO After Swarmer Surge

Defense tech is surging. 🚀 After Swarmer’s 500%+ IPO pop, who’s next? Using Crunchbase predictive intelligence, @crunchbasenews identified 12 defense startups most likely to go public based on funding, hiring, and growth signals. See the list.👇 https://t.co/Pt0IqLUH5c

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Act First, Not Later: Predictive Intelligence Beats Delayed Data
SocialMar 25, 2026

Act First, Not Later: Predictive Intelligence Beats Delayed Data

The problem isn’t just data, it’s timing. By the time info surfaces, the opportunity has already shifted. Crunchbase defined predictive intelligence, powered by proprietary signals to help teams act first, not react later. What’s the biggest gap in your private market data?

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Crunchbase Is Hiring Remote Data Product Talent
SocialMar 20, 2026

Crunchbase Is Hiring Remote Data Product Talent

We’re hiring at Crunchbase. 🚀 If you’re curious, collaborative, and excited about building products that help people make smarter decisions with data, we’d love to meet you. We’re hiring across multiple roles on our fully remote team. Apply here. 🔗: https://t.co/npZ2xjxvbC https://t.co/IdxpIrOWi6

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