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Upstarts Media
Startup news starts here. Upstarts Media is a new tech brand focused on the startup ecosystem. Founded by Alex Konrad.
Media and Telecommunications
2–10 employees
Founded 2025
8 public signals
About Upstarts Media
Upstarts publishes twice-weekly about the startup ecosystem, from inception through IPO. Founded and edited by veteran tech reporter Alex Konrad. Pitches: tips@upstartsmedia.com Work with us: partnerships@upstartsmedia.com
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Signals from Upstarts Media
8 published signals
Capital & Finance
Upstarts Media broke the story of late drama around Town's new round at $1B and how a top-tier firm, Index Ventures, pulled back its lead term sheet following a complaint from rival AI assistant startup Instinct.
Reported by Alex Konrad
Capital & Finance
Upstarts Media reported a $90M funding round at a $1B valuation led by a last-minute reshuffling of VC investors.
Reported by Alex Konrad
Capital & Finance
Upstarts Media noted that existing backer Kirsten Green of Forerunner and new investor Shawn Carolan of Menlo Ventures are stepping in to co-lead the $90M funding round.
Reported by Alex Konrad