New York Opens Doors to Global Startups Through SOSA Program
SOSA Accelerator is now accepting applications for growth-stage startups to join its International Landing Pad Network (ILPN), in partnership with NYCEDC.
Almost 50% of Israel’s Startups Incorporate Abroad, NYC Emerges as Top Destination
The center of gravity for Israeli tech is shifting across the Atlantic. According to a new study, 45% of about 460 startups established this year incorporated abroad, primarily in the U.S.
International Investors Rethink Energy Strategies as AI Spurs Demand
As AI’s energy demands surge, international investors are doubling down on grid reliability and supply chain resilience.
Trump’s Megabill: What It Means for International Founders and VCs
On Tuesday, the Senate passed the latest version of the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ (OBBB), with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. So, what does this mean for international entrepreneurs, startup founders, and foreign investors doing business in the U.S.?
Swiss Pharma Giant Roche Expands U.S. Footprint With $700M Obesity Drug Facility
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche is investing $700 million to build a drug manufacturing plant in North Carolina, part of a broader $50 billion commitment to expand its U.S. operations over the next five years.
Immigrant Founders Behind Revolut, $45 Billion Neobank Eyeing U.S. Expansion
Revolut, the $45 billion neobank, is having a moment. The company reported a $1 billion net profit for 2024 and revealed plans to pursue a U.S. banking license.
Meta Veterans of Indian Origin Raise $15M to Build Advanced AI Assistants
Former Meta executives Devi Parikh, Dhruv Batra, and Abhishek Das have secured $15 million in funding for Yutori, an AI startup developing autonomous personal assistants.
European Startups Move to the U.S. for Looser Tech Regulations
As Europe faces stricter regulations on AI and technology, an increasing number of startups are seeking a more favorable environment elsewhere.
Who is Mira Murati, the Albania-born founder of OpenAI’s new rival?
Mira Murati, an Albania-born former CTO at OpenAI, has unveiled her new startup, Thinking Machines Lab. The company recruited about 30 top researchers and engineers from competitors including OpenAI, Meta, and Mistral.
What drives ClimateTech in Africa amidst the global funding gap?
In 2024, startup funding in Africa is seeing a clear shift toward ClimateTech, with about a third of all venture capital coming from U.S. investors. What’s attracting American VCs to the continent?
Curly-coily and cool: The UK app Frobelles seeks to empower kids in the U.S.
The demand for diversity and inclusion in America is attracting Black-focused international entrepreneurs from around the globe. Frobelles, an app game developed by a mother and daughter to celebrate afro-textured hair, recently launched in the U.S.
Top 5 Mistakes Immigrant Entrepreneurs Make on LinkedIn
Many international founders in the U.S. hesitate to express their voices on social media. Skylar Steudter, an expert in LinkedIn branding, pinpoints mistakes that hinder immigrant entrepreneurs from building their digital presence.
3 Tips to help founders build productive bonds with mentors
Great mentorship is often a game-changer for international founders launching a new business in unfamiliar terrain. Whether you are looking for an expert in your industry or someone who appreciates the nuances of your immigrant background, you need the right strategy. Katja Wald, an expert in coaching programs for entrepreneurs, shares three tips for building exceptional synergy with a mentor.
5 immigrant women entrepreneurs driving the future of health
In the wake of the Elizabeth Holmes scandal, more than ever women HealthTech entrepreneurs and innovators find it challenging to succeed in a male-dominated industry. Here are five determined and resolute women who overcame tremendous personal and professional obstacles to build a successful HealthTech startup.
Mexican supply chain unicorn, Nowports, opens their first U.S. office in Miami
Nowports, the Mexican startup with a $1.1 billion valuation that was launched by 23-year-old Alfonso de los Rios and Maximiliano Casal, has announced the opening of its new office in Miami.
How Indian American Clubhouse co-founder Rohan Seth started a global audio revolution
Launched in April 2020, the audio-only app Clubhouse now has more than 10 million weekly active users around the world. Its success has led to Twitter introducing Spaces, Spotify launching Greenroom, and Facebook announcing live audio rooms. Despite the Clubhouse boom, few users are aware that one of the app’s co-founders, Rohan Seth, was born in India and raised in its capital city, Delhi.
How South Asian women are breaking into the U.S. entrepreneurship scene
Entrepreneurship, especially for women, has traditionally been shunned as “risky” in South Asian culture, but times have changed. A new generation of immigrant women business leaders is rising in the U.S.
Global scaling for startups: How to build a multibillion-dollar business?
The coronavirus pandemic has shone a spotlight on the importance of global scaling for entrepreneurs. Most of the top performing companies are operating in multiple markets: global businesses are better able to weather the storm.
Pitching in the time of corona: How to succeed on Zoom
The COVID-19 pandemic has influenced the traditional ways in which businesses raise investment and acquire new clients. Although tech savvy founders are likely to have adjusted quickly, online communication isn’t always easy. How can you make the most of this time?
How American entrepreneurs are making India great again
In the pre-COVID-19 era, a common sound at a Mumbai Starbucks was a loud American accent. U.S. citizens with Indian backgrounds are returning to their motherland, and technological prowess is moving back with them.