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From TechCrunch
By Robert Frawley
June 3, 2024
The StrictlyVC roadtrip continues! Coming off of sold-out events in London, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, we’re heading to Washington, D.C. for a cozy-vc-packed, evening at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre on Tuesday, June 11 in partnership with Revolution.
StrictlyVC events are known for delivering exclusive insights and fostering meaningful connections among top investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. Attendees can look forward to thought-provoking discussions, insightful perspectives, and plenty of chances to network—all while enjoying complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres.
Lina Khan — Chair, Federal Trade Commission
Session: Reining in Big Tech
FTC Chair Lina Khan is at the forefront of efforts to regulate major technology firms. Her background in business journalism and antitrust law positions her as a key figure in tackling market consolidation and fostering competition.
Steve Case — Chairman and CEO, Revolution
Session: As U.S. Cities Vie for AI Supremacy, Which Will Win and Why
Steve Case, a pioneer in the tech world and co-founder of AOL, is now leading Revolution, a venture capital firm focused on driving growth outside of traditional tech hubs. His session will delve into the race among U.S. cities to become leaders in AI innovation.
Helen Toner — Director of Strategy and Foundational Research Grants, Georgetown’s CSET
Session: How the Former OpenAI Board Member Helen Toner Is Tackling AI Regulations
As the Director of Strategy and Foundational Research Grants at Georgetown’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology, Helen Toner offers a deep dive into AI regulation and its impact on national security and global tech ecosystems, with a particular focus on the U.S. and China.
Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno — Co-Founders, Humane AI
Session: Is There Life Beyond the Smartphone with Humane AI
Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, co-founders of Humane AI, are reimagining the future of personal technology. Known for their pivotal roles in developing iconic Apple products, they now focus on designing technologies that enhance human experiences beyond the smartphone.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with some of the brightest minds in tech. Tickets for StrictlyVC Washington, DC, are available for $159. Reserve your spot now for an evening filled with exclusive content and unparalleled networking opportunities.
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According to Dealroom data cited by the Financial Times, British start-ups raised just £16.2 billion last year, far less than the more than £65 billion raised by their counterparts in Silicon Valley during the same period. In fact, the U.S. appears to be pulling further ahead each year. In 2024, 57% of global venture capital funding went to U.S. startups — the first time that share has exceeded 50% in over a decade, per Dealroom. This widening gap is part of a years-long trend that U.K. founder
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Safe Superintelligence (SSI), the AI startup led by OpenAI’s co-founder and former chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, has raised an additional $2 billion in funding at a $32 billion valuation, according to the Financial Times. The startup had already raised $1 billion, and there were reports that an additional $1 billion round was in the works. SSI did not comment on the new funding, which was reportedly led by Greenoaks. Sutskever left OpenAI in May 2024 after he appeared to play a role in an ult
Apr 12, 2025
Cofertility’s radical model for women: Freeze your eggs for free by donating half of them
In recent years, focus on career and delayed marriage age is driving some women to consider preserving their fertility through egg freezing. But the steep cost of the procedure, estimated at $10,000 to $15,000 per attempt, means many women can’t afford it during their most fertile years: 20s and early 30s. Cofertility, a startup founded by former Uber executive Lauren Makler and health tech angel investor Halle Tecco, offers women no-cost egg freezing in exchange for donating half the retrieved
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