Founders
Insights, stories, and strategies for startup founders navigating the entrepreneurial journey.
Musk sues OpenAI alleging breach of trust
A former OpenAI board member testified under oath that CEO Sam Altman's 'dishonesty' directly caused his temporary ouster in 2023.
Dawson's Commencement Speech: Lessons for Future Speakers
On May 16, 2026, Salutatorian Katelyn Dawson '26 delivered a commencement address at SUNY New Paltz.
Google for Startups Gemini Forum Showcases AI Tools for Growth
A startup can now turn a simple text prompt into a live, deployed application connected to a database in mere seconds, thanks to new Google AI Studio integrations.
Immigrant Founders Leverage Grit and Global Vision for Startup Success
Immigrants comprise just 13% of the U.
IDF reservists launch 150 new startups amid investment surge
In 2025, 150 new startups were launched by IDF reserve veterans, many still actively serving, through a single program designed to leverage their unique skills.
Polsky Center Fuels Energy Innovation With New Founder Education Program
Twenty Indian deep tech startups, despite recognized struggles with global fundraising and communication, have been selected for a new accelerator aiming to launch them onto the world stage.
Asan Nanum Foundation Selects 10 Teams for Inclusive Incubation Program
From Seoul to Chennai, new programs are emerging to support diverse founders and offer alternative startup funding.
Inside the Brad Sugars $1M Club: Is This the Ultimate Program for 7-Figure Entrepreneurs?
The Brad Sugars $1M Club is a program designed for serious entrepreneurs stuck at the six-figure mark, offering a battle-tested system to break through growth plateaus and scale to seven figures. It emphasizes actionable frameworks from the ActionCOACH methodology over mere motivation, helping founders transition from practitioner to strategist.
How to Uncover Hidden Revenue Streams with Ironclad Family's Gap Discovery Tool
Modern financial advisors face a quiet crisis: delivering value beyond portfolio performance while critical client risks like unprotected digital assets and outdated estate plans remain unaddressed. Ironclad Family's Gap Discovery tool helps advisors identify these overlooked vulnerabilities, transforming their role into holistic asset protectors.
CU Denver awards $27,500 to student ventures at THE CLIMB
Renmira, a SaaS solution for hospital medication management, clinched $20,000 at CU Denver's 25th annual THE CLIMB pitch competition.
Aurora Ventures launches investment program for women founders
Aurora Ventures launched an early-stage investment program for women founders in emerging markets, backed by inDrive.
Universities Expand Programs, Fostering Student Entrepreneurship
At Boston University's 2026 Innovators' Night, student teams like Magnesis Robotics, developing electromagnetic propulsion for underwater vehicles, walked away with $20,000 in prize money.
AI Startup Founders Rethink Playbook for Regulated Markets
A clinical AI startup recently faced a stark choice: pursue venture capital or accept an acquisition offer from industry giant Radiology Partners.
Chanakya Playbook offers Indian entrepreneurs ancient business insights
Abhiraj Gupta’s 'The Chanakya Playbook: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Entrepreneur' is a runaway hit among India's founders.
BRCĒ startup wins Rice Business Plan Competition for sustainable materials
Michigan State University startup BRCĒ secured $611,500 in prizes at the 2026 Rice Business Plan Competition.
CU Boulder and Techstars Forge Partnership to Boost Regional Startups
In 2024, the University of Colorado Boulder ranked first nationally for startups launched.
Kara Swisher and Patrick Llewellyn Reboot 'That Startup Show'
Tech journalist Kara Swisher joins the reboot of "That Startup Show" to dissect "Startup Myths & Legends" in its inaugural episode.
Princeton Students Launch AI Startups in Silicon Valley
Athan Zhang, a Princeton computer science major, took a leave of absence in fall 2025 to launch Copperlane, an AI startup.
Standard Chartered US Women in Tech Accelerator Applications Open
Startups from Standard Chartered's Women in Tech Accelerator in Pakistan have generated over PKR 9 billion in revenue since 2019.
Unconventional Founders Leverage Niche Expertise for AI Startup Success
An AI platform focused solely on educators, MagicSchool AI , has attracted approximately 8 million users worldwide, demonstrating explosive growth in a niche often overlooked by mainstream tech.
Gen Z and Alpha Entrepreneurs Launch AI-Native Businesses, Disrupting Industries
A 17-year-old built a legal research platform using readily available AI tools.
Solo Entrepreneurs See 3,000 Applicants, Reshaping Business
Zoom, a platform synonymous with corporate team meetings, is now awarding $150,000 to five solo business owners as part of its inaugural Solopreneur 50 rankings.
Y Combinator Now Offers $500K to Startups
Y Combinator now offers a staggering $500,000 to each company in its program, a sum that dwarfs many early-stage angel investments and signals a new era for startup funding.
What Is Fractional Leadership and Why Is It Reshaping Startup Hiring?
A $25 million packaging manufacturer slashed 22% of its operational waste within 120 days by engaging a Fractional COO, demonstrating the immediate, tangible impact of this growing executive model.
What Is Lean Startup Methodology and Why Do Founders Need It?
A staggering 75% of all startups fail, often not because their products are poorly built, but because they meticulously construct solutions to problems that do not exist for customers, according to re
Support Ecosystems Boost Startup Success Rates Despite Funding Hurdles
In just four years, Cornell's Ignite program helped 32 technology startups attract $231 million in follow-on funding.
What Is a Minimum Viable Product for Founders?
Uber's initial service, launched by Camp and Kalanick, was not a sophisticated smartphone application.
3 Essential Leadership Qualities for Startup Founders in Hyper-Growth
Thousands of startups chase billion-dollar valuations.
Startup Accelerators and Funding Programs for Early-Stage Founders
Despite promises of millions in perks and funding, accelerator participation shows a statistically significant positive impact on venture performance, according to a meta-analysis .
Top 4 AI Company Building Strategies for Founders
A chatbot, inventing a non-existent company policy, recently caused widespread customer backlash and subscription cancellations for a startup.