Tech Ecosystem

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A vibrant tech incubator filled with people collaborating, symbolizing the dynamic startup ecosystem built by Joshua Baer and Capital Factory.

Joshua Baer's Capital Factory Built Austin's Startup Ecosystem: Here's How

Joshua Baer, founder and CEO of Capital Factory, died Tuesday in a private jet crash, leaving an immediate void in the Austin tech community he built, according to Firstpost .

Ethan Calder·June 18, 2026

African startup founders and investors analyzing financial data, with debt financing surpassing equity on a holographic chart, symbolizing a significant shift in the continent's funding landscape.

Growth

African Startups Raise $151 Million as Debt Overtakes Equity

African startups raised $151 million in March 2026, closing a quarter where debt financing surpassed equity for the first time. This report breaks down the data and what the strategic shift means for your growth and fundraising playbook.

Maya Rios·April 9, 2026