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#ipo

Prepare For Discord To Get Way Worse

Discord is crucial for gaming communities, facilitating communication among 200 million users, mainly gamers.

The platform may transition from private to public through an IPO, affecting its operation and user experience.

6 days ago

Startup companies

Discord appoints former Activision Blizzard exec Humam Sakhnini as CEO | TechCrunch

Discord has appointed Humam Sakhnini as CEO, refocusing on gaming as it eyes an IPO.

Online Community Development

Discord is discussing an IPO | TechCrunch

Discord is exploring an IPO amidst significant market interest.

The app, valued at $14.7 billion, has turned down a Microsoft offer in the past.

Popularity spans gaming, crypto, and emerging AI sectors.

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Prepare For Discord To Get Way Worse

Discord is crucial for gaming communities, facilitating communication among 200 million users, mainly gamers.

The platform may transition from private to public through an IPO, affecting its operation and user experience.

6 days ago

Startup companies

Discord appoints former Activision Blizzard exec Humam Sakhnini as CEO | TechCrunch

Discord has appointed Humam Sakhnini as CEO, refocusing on gaming as it eyes an IPO.

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#market-conditions

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Ticket platform StubHub files for IPO

StubHub filed for IPO revealing revenue growth alongside a small loss for 2024.

Startup companies

India's EV startup Ather cuts IPO size to $308M, seeking $1.4B post-money valuation | TechCrunch

Ather Energy has cut its IPO size due to market conditions, adjusting its valuation target to $1.4 billion.

Miscellaneous

Turo scraps plans for an IPO | TechCrunch

Turo has officially withdrawn its IPO plans after significant delays and changing market conditions.

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Ticket platform StubHub files for IPO

StubHub filed for IPO revealing revenue growth alongside a small loss for 2024.

Startup companies

India's EV startup Ather cuts IPO size to $308M, seeking $1.4B post-money valuation | TechCrunch

Ather Energy has cut its IPO size due to market conditions, adjusting its valuation target to $1.4 billion.

Miscellaneous

Turo scraps plans for an IPO | TechCrunch

Turo has officially withdrawn its IPO plans after significant delays and changing market conditions.

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Stockholm-based fintech unicorn files for US IPO under 'KLAR' symbol - Silicon Canals

Klarna has filed for an IPO in the U.S. and plans to list on the NYSE under the symbol 'KLAR'.

European startups

Flipkart to relocate HQ to India ahead of IPO | TechCrunch

Flipkart is relocating its headquarters to India in preparation for an IPO on Indian stock exchanges.

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European startups

WeSports Gears Up for IPO with New CEO at the Helm

WeSports prepares for IPO with new CEO Ted Sporre, focusing on meeting stock market requirements and ensuring favorable market conditions.

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Stockholm-based fintech unicorn files for US IPO under 'KLAR' symbol - Silicon Canals

Klarna has filed for an IPO in the U.S. and plans to list on the NYSE under the symbol 'KLAR'.

European startups

Flipkart to relocate HQ to India ahead of IPO | TechCrunch

Flipkart is relocating its headquarters to India in preparation for an IPO on Indian stock exchanges.

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European startups

WeSports Gears Up for IPO with New CEO at the Helm

WeSports prepares for IPO with new CEO Ted Sporre, focusing on meeting stock market requirements and ensuring favorable market conditions.

NYC startup

StubHub's IPO filing reveals 30% surge in profits in 2024

StubHub's revenue increased by 29.5% in 2024 as it plans for a New York IPO despite facing a slight loss.

London startup

London IPO market could thrive as US instability mounts, says Zopa chief

London's political stability could offer financial market advantage amidst US uncertainty.

NYC startup

StubHub's IPO filing reveals 30% surge in profits in 2024

StubHub's revenue increased by 29.5% in 2024 as it plans for a New York IPO despite facing a slight loss.

London startup

London IPO market could thrive as US instability mounts, says Zopa chief

London's political stability could offer financial market advantage amidst US uncertainty.

more#financial-markets

StubHub Eyes Potential I.P.O. as Soon as This Year

StubHub is planning to pursue an I.P.O. aiming to raise over $1 billion by year's end.

The biggest fast-food chain in the world is one you've never heard of

Mixue Ice Cream and Tea is the largest fast-food chain by outlets, surpassing McDonald's and Starbucks.

London startup

Startups Weekly: Mixed messages from venture capital | TechCrunch

Startups faced a week of contrasting news, highlighting both optimism and challenges within the ecosystem.

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Miscellaneous

The calendar flipped, and so did the market trends - Tearsheet

The financial industry is optimistic for 2025, with trends indicating a positive shift from previous years.

StubHub Eyes Potential I.P.O. as Soon as This Year

StubHub is planning to pursue an I.P.O. aiming to raise over $1 billion by year's end.

The biggest fast-food chain in the world is one you've never heard of

Mixue Ice Cream and Tea is the largest fast-food chain by outlets, surpassing McDonald's and Starbucks.

London startup

Startups Weekly: Mixed messages from venture capital | TechCrunch

Startups faced a week of contrasting news, highlighting both optimism and challenges within the ecosystem.

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Miscellaneous

The calendar flipped, and so did the market trends - Tearsheet

The financial industry is optimistic for 2025, with trends indicating a positive shift from previous years.

Figma in Talks With Bankers to Explore an I.P.O. This Year

Figma is considering an IPO after Adobe's failed acquisition due to regulatory issues.

Figma files for IPO after failed $20 billion Adobe takeover

Figma files for initial public offering after acquisition deal with Adobe was halted by regulators.

Figma files for IPO in wake of abandoned Adobe acquisition

Figma is pursuing an IPO despite market uncertainties following Adobe's abandoned acquisition plans.

2 weeks ago

Startup companies

Figma, ignores the fear, files paperwork for an IPO | TechCrunch

Figma has filed for an IPO despite a tumultuous stock market and uncertainty in tech IPOs.

Figma in Talks With Bankers to Explore an I.P.O. This Year

Figma is considering an IPO after Adobe's failed acquisition due to regulatory issues.

Figma files for IPO after failed $20 billion Adobe takeover

Figma files for initial public offering after acquisition deal with Adobe was halted by regulators.

Figma files for IPO in wake of abandoned Adobe acquisition

Figma is pursuing an IPO despite market uncertainties following Adobe's abandoned acquisition plans.

2 weeks ago

Startup companies

Figma, ignores the fear, files paperwork for an IPO | TechCrunch

Figma has filed for an IPO despite a tumultuous stock market and uncertainty in tech IPOs.

The Smarter Web Company's UK IPO To Include Retail Access And Bitcoin Treasury Plan

The Smarter Web Company is offering UK retail investors a unique IPO opportunity that integrates a Bitcoin treasury strategy.

Exciting Day on the NYSE': Newsmax CEO, Personalities Ring Opening Bell on Wall Street Ahead of Market Wipeout

Newsmax celebrated its IPO by ringing the opening bell on Wall Street, right before a significant stock market plunge.

E-Commerce

How Tariffs Are Hitting Digital Commerce Companies

Digital commerce companies are halting I.P.O. plans due to President Trump's tariffs affecting market conditions.

European startups

Raspberry Pi not affected by orange tariffs say analysts

Raspberry Pi's external manufacturing and recent IPO position it favorably in the competitive market.

The company has overcome inventory issues and is seeing renewed demand from OEMs.

US news

Exciting Day on the NYSE': Newsmax CEO, Personalities Ring Opening Bell on Wall Street Ahead of Market Wipeout

Newsmax celebrated its IPO by ringing the opening bell on Wall Street, right before a significant stock market plunge.

E-Commerce

How Tariffs Are Hitting Digital Commerce Companies

Digital commerce companies are halting I.P.O. plans due to President Trump's tariffs affecting market conditions.

European startups

Raspberry Pi not affected by orange tariffs say analysts

Raspberry Pi's external manufacturing and recent IPO position it favorably in the competitive market.

The company has overcome inventory issues and is seeing renewed demand from OEMs.

WeSports Raises 12M

WeSports has raised 130 million Swedish kronor, bolstering its market position and preparing for future growth opportunities.

Newsmax's $40M Secret Settlement With Smartmatic Revealed in New Filing

Newsmax settled a defamation lawsuit with Smartmatic for $40 million, impacting its financial outlook amid legal challenges.

Newsmax Stock Booms Day After Massive IPO Making Network Founder an Overnight Billionaire

Newsmax's stock rose dramatically post-IPO, making CEO Christopher Ruddy a billionaire despite the company's financial losses.

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NYC startup

Newsmax, the Trump-friendly TV station that soared over 2,000% after IPO

Newsmax's stock experienced extreme volatility after its IPO, reflecting speculative trading trends in meme stocks.

NYC startup

Meet the tiny investment bank behind Newsmax's rip-roaring stock debut

Newsmax's stock surges post-IPO, facilitated by the lesser-known investment bank Digital Offering using an unconventional public offering method.

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NYC startup

Cable Network Newsmax Soars Into Meme Stock Territory As Right-Wingers Scramble To Scam Their Peers - Above the Law

Newsmax's IPO reflects a dramatic overvaluation in the current market despite its lower viewership and financial losses.

US news

Newsmax's $40M Secret Settlement With Smartmatic Revealed in New Filing

Newsmax settled a defamation lawsuit with Smartmatic for $40 million, impacting its financial outlook amid legal challenges.

Newsmax Stock Booms Day After Massive IPO Making Network Founder an Overnight Billionaire

Newsmax's stock rose dramatically post-IPO, making CEO Christopher Ruddy a billionaire despite the company's financial losses.

fromenglish.elpais.com

NYC startup

Newsmax, the Trump-friendly TV station that soared over 2,000% after IPO

Newsmax's stock experienced extreme volatility after its IPO, reflecting speculative trading trends in meme stocks.

NYC startup

Meet the tiny investment bank behind Newsmax's rip-roaring stock debut

Newsmax's stock surges post-IPO, facilitated by the lesser-known investment bank Digital Offering using an unconventional public offering method.

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NYC startup

Cable Network Newsmax Soars Into Meme Stock Territory As Right-Wingers Scramble To Scam Their Peers - Above the Law

Newsmax's IPO reflects a dramatic overvaluation in the current market despite its lower viewership and financial losses.

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NYC startup

Stablecoin issuer Circle takes another stab at a public listing | TechCrunch

Circle has filed to go public for the second time, aiming to raise $750 million amid strong revenue growth despite declining net income.

Cerebras Systems clears hurdle on its path to IPO

Cerebras Systems resolved crucial funding concerns ahead of its IPO, alleviating issues with the US CFIUS related to its partnership with G42.

Brex eyes $500M in revenue as it adds the likes of Anthropic and Robinhood as customers | TechCrunch

Brex targets $500 million in revenue by 2025, driven by substantial growth in enterprise clients and overall revenue.

Marketing tech

'Klarnageddon': Employees in limbo as fintech startup preps for IPO

Klarna is restructuring its teams and placing employees in a 'talent pool' ahead of its IPO, indicating significant internal changes.

Trading platform eToro said to be eyeing $5B US IPO in 2025 | TechCrunch

eToro has filed for a US IPO, potentially valuing the firm above $5 billion after previous plans to go public were shelved.

Exclusive: Groww, India's biggest trading app, prepares for IPO

Groww is set to file for an IPO in 10-12 months, targeting a valuation of $6 billion to $8 billion, marking a significant fintech milestone.

Klarna IPO: Buy Now, Pay Later firm reveals profit and growth details as possible stock listing date nears

Klarna has filed for an IPO, signaling its growth ambitions in the U.S. and global fintech sector.

Deel unloads $300M in secondary sale, brings General Catalyst on as an investor | TechCrunch

Deel is preparing for an IPO with a revenue run rate of $800 million for 2024.

Tech industry

Brex eyes $500M in revenue as it adds the likes of Anthropic and Robinhood as customers | TechCrunch

Brex targets $500 million in revenue by 2025, driven by substantial growth in enterprise clients and overall revenue.

Marketing tech

'Klarnageddon': Employees in limbo as fintech startup preps for IPO

Klarna is restructuring its teams and placing employees in a 'talent pool' ahead of its IPO, indicating significant internal changes.

Trading platform eToro said to be eyeing $5B US IPO in 2025 | TechCrunch

eToro has filed for a US IPO, potentially valuing the firm above $5 billion after previous plans to go public were shelved.

Exclusive: Groww, India's biggest trading app, prepares for IPO

Groww is set to file for an IPO in 10-12 months, targeting a valuation of $6 billion to $8 billion, marking a significant fintech milestone.

Klarna IPO: Buy Now, Pay Later firm reveals profit and growth details as possible stock listing date nears

Klarna has filed for an IPO, signaling its growth ambitions in the U.S. and global fintech sector.

Deel unloads $300M in secondary sale, brings General Catalyst on as an investor | TechCrunch

Deel is preparing for an IPO with a revenue run rate of $800 million for 2024.

Ahead of a possible $4 billion IPO, CoreWeave's founders already pocketed $488 million | TechCrunch

CoreWeave plans to raise $3.5 billion in IPO, backed by Nvidia's AI cloud infrastructure.

Founders sold off significant shares but retain control through Class B shares.

Co-founders have finance backgrounds from hedge funds in the oil industry.

AI cloud biz CoreWeave files for IPO

CoreWeave is filing for an IPO to leverage significant growth driven by AI demand.

CoreWeave to go public with sky-high expectations

CoreWeave aims for up to $26 billion valuation in IPO, driven by demand for GPU infrastructure for AI workloads.

CoreWeave Scales Back Ambition for Its I.P.O.

CoreWeave's IPO has faced a major setback due to reduced share pricing and market volatility.

CoreWeave, the AI company you've never heard of, is now public with a $23 billion valuation

CoreWeave's IPO could influence investor sentiment in a turbulent market.

CoreWeave Disappoints on Opening of Trading

CoreWeave's IPO reflects investor skepticism amidst economic uncertainty and concern about its business model.

Ahead of a possible $4 billion IPO, CoreWeave's founders already pocketed $488 million | TechCrunch

CoreWeave plans to raise $3.5 billion in IPO, backed by Nvidia's AI cloud infrastructure.

Founders sold off significant shares but retain control through Class B shares.

Co-founders have finance backgrounds from hedge funds in the oil industry.

AI cloud biz CoreWeave files for IPO

CoreWeave is filing for an IPO to leverage significant growth driven by AI demand.

CoreWeave to go public with sky-high expectations

CoreWeave aims for up to $26 billion valuation in IPO, driven by demand for GPU infrastructure for AI workloads.

CoreWeave Scales Back Ambition for Its I.P.O.

CoreWeave's IPO has faced a major setback due to reduced share pricing and market volatility.

CoreWeave, the AI company you've never heard of, is now public with a $23 billion valuation

CoreWeave's IPO could influence investor sentiment in a turbulent market.

CoreWeave Disappoints on Opening of Trading

CoreWeave's IPO reflects investor skepticism amidst economic uncertainty and concern about its business model.

The outlook for ad tech M&A in 2025

The digital media and marketing ecosystem experienced a 13% annual increase in mergers and acquisitions.

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eToro IPO: Crypto and stock trading platform's ETOR shares to list on Nasdaq in latest fintech public debut

eToro Group Ltd is going public with an IPO to further expand user acquisition and market presence.

$1 ice cream and billionaire brother founders: Welcome to the biggest fast food chain in the world

Mixue achieved enormous success on its IPO, becoming the world's largest fast food chain with 45,000 stores and a 30% stock surge on debut.

Cryptocurrency

Reddit Stock Slumps After Huge IPO Rally As Wall Street Debates The Site's Reliance on Google

Reddit's IPO was initially successful, but stock has declined over 30% in 2024 amid concerns about growth sustainability and economic factors.

fromInvestor's Business Daily

$1 ice cream and billionaire brother founders: Welcome to the biggest fast food chain in the world

Mixue achieved enormous success on its IPO, becoming the world's largest fast food chain with 45,000 stores and a 30% stock surge on debut.

Cryptocurrency

Reddit Stock Slumps After Huge IPO Rally As Wall Street Debates The Site's Reliance on Google

Reddit's IPO was initially successful, but stock has declined over 30% in 2024 amid concerns about growth sustainability and economic factors.

Geothermal unicorn Fervo Energy may IPO as early as next year | TechCrunch

Fervo Energy plans an IPO in two years amid rising power demands from data centers.

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Clockwise #596: Are There Any Good Companies? - Relay FM

The episode discusses technology's impact on daily life, battery health, scams, and tech company IPOs, urging critical thinking about the tech landscape.

Greenberg's Cobalt Holdings lines up London float with Glencore as cornerstone investor

Jake Greenberg is launching Cobalt Holdings for electric vehicle battery materials, expected to raise £180 million with Glencore as a key investor.

Startup companies

Spacetech Voyager is aiming for a multi-billion valuation IPO | TechCrunch

Voyager Technologies is preparing for an IPO, likely valuing it between $2 billion and $3 billion after significant funding.

London startup

Greenberg's Cobalt Holdings lines up London float with Glencore as cornerstone investor

Jake Greenberg is launching Cobalt Holdings for electric vehicle battery materials, expected to raise £180 million with Glencore as a key investor.

Silicon Valley real estate

Startup companies

Spacetech Voyager is aiming for a multi-billion valuation IPO | TechCrunch

Voyager Technologies is preparing for an IPO, likely valuing it between $2 billion and $3 billion after significant funding.

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#private-equity

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Is Keller Williams pointing toward an IPO?

Keller Williams may pursue an IPO through partnerships with private equity to raise funds despite existing shareholders facing potential dilution.

Silicon Valley real estate

Miscellaneous

SailPoint targets valuation of 11.5 billion at IPO

SailPoint aims for a $1.05 billion IPO, indicating growth in identity security market amid private equity support.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Is Keller Williams pointing toward an IPO?

Keller Williams may pursue an IPO through partnerships with private equity to raise funds despite existing shareholders facing potential dilution.

Miscellaneous

SailPoint targets valuation of 11.5 billion at IPO

SailPoint aims for a $1.05 billion IPO, indicating growth in identity security market amid private equity support.

MNTN to Sell Stake in Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort

MNTN is selling its interest in Maximum Effort while ensuring ongoing creative collaboration.

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Marketing tech

MNTN Is Selling Ryan Reynolds' Agency Maximum Effort, SEC Filing Shows

MNTN is divesting Maximum Effort but intends to continue a creative partnership, while preparing for an IPO.

Marketing tech

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MNTN to Sell Stake in Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort

MNTN is selling its interest in Maximum Effort while ensuring ongoing creative collaboration.

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Marketing tech

MNTN Is Selling Ryan Reynolds' Agency Maximum Effort, SEC Filing Shows

MNTN is divesting Maximum Effort but intends to continue a creative partnership, while preparing for an IPO.

General Catalyst is reportedly weighing a potential IPO | TechCrunch

General Catalyst is considering an IPO, indicating a potential shift in venture capital dynamics.

Miscellaneous

Dutch chip checking equipment maker Nearfield eyeing 2027 IPO

Nearfield Instruments is targeting an IPO by 2028.

The demand for measurement technology is driven by the AI surge in the chip industry.

#shein

Miscellaneous

Shein drops UK warehouse plans as doubts grow over London stock market listing

Shein abandons UK warehouse plans, jeopardizing its £50bn IPO ambitions due to regulatory pressures and scrutiny over supply chain transparency.

London

Shein is still looking to IPO | TechCrunch

Shein is aiming for a London IPO amid regulatory concerns from the U.S. and issues around labor practices and sustainability.

Miscellaneous

Shein drops UK warehouse plans as doubts grow over London stock market listing

Shein abandons UK warehouse plans, jeopardizing its £50bn IPO ambitions due to regulatory pressures and scrutiny over supply chain transparency.

London

Shein is still looking to IPO | TechCrunch

Shein is aiming for a London IPO amid regulatory concerns from the U.S. and issues around labor practices and sustainability.

Okta competitor SailPoint races toward $11.5B IPO | TechCrunch

SailPoint aims for a $1 billion IPO, reflecting a renewed public offering after being taken private in 2022.

European startups

Included Health filed to go public for a 2022 IPO that never happened. Now, it's private, profitable, and bigger than before.

Included Health achieved profitability and revenue growth after pausing its IPO plans in 2022.

European startups

Zepto shifts domicile to India as local listings gain appeal | TechCrunch

Zepto has shifted its headquarters from Singapore to India, reflecting a trend among Indian startups moving domicile back home.

Venture

Venture Global IPO: VG stock is priced and set to make NYSE debut today in largest LNG public offering ever

Venture Global's IPO raises $1.75 billion, marking it the largest liquid natural gas IPO globally.

#honor

Marketing

More senior Honor executives leave the company

Honor's CEO resignation and executive shake-up indicate major changes as the company prepares for an IPO.

Mobile UX

George Zhao to step down as Honor CEO

George Zhao resigns as Honor CEO due to health issues, with Li Jian appointed as his successor to lead the company towards its IPO.

Marketing

More senior Honor executives leave the company

Honor's CEO resignation and executive shake-up indicate major changes as the company prepares for an IPO.

Mobile UX

George Zhao to step down as Honor CEO

George Zhao resigns as Honor CEO due to health issues, with Li Jian appointed as his successor to lead the company towards its IPO.

more#honor

Artificial intelligence

Databricks secures another $15 billion in funding

Databricks raised $10 billion in Series J funding to enhance its AI initiatives and expand globally.

Artificial intelligence

Mistral AI plans IPO | TechCrunch

Mistral AI lab plans for an IPO while expanding globally, intending to compete with major players like OpenAI.

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Goldman Sachs' David Solomon tells startups to reconsider going public | TechCrunch

Startups are encouraged to consider staying private to avoid the challenges of being publicly traded.

Marketing

AI's Uneven Arrival

Box's IPO journey illustrates how SaaS companies can justify initial losses by emphasizing long-term customer value and acquisition strategies.

Online Community Development

Why now is the best time to IPO

Timing is crucial for IPO success, requiring both favorable external conditions and robust internal preparations.

11 Reddit execs describe their wild ride in 2024

Reddit's IPO in 2024 marked a significant milestone, achieving a $6.4 billion valuation and a 230% increase in shares since its launch.