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Startup Battlefield 200 Applications Close May 27
Applications for TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200 are open for three more weeks, closing May 27. Offers VC access, global visibility, TechCrunch coverage, and $100K equity-free prize.
One Of A Kind Startup Awards 2026 Honor GTM Excellence
The awards highlight execution-led growth, recognizing startups mastering product-to-scale through GTM strategies. Contact etspotlight@timesinternet.in for involvement.
Top Startup and Tech Funding News – May 7, 2026
Daily roundup of global startup and tech funding highlights activity from around the world on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Fazeshift Raises $17M in AI Accounts Receivable Funding
AI-powered fintech startup Fazeshift secured $17M Series A led by F-Prime Capital, with Gradient Ventures, Y Combinator, and others; total raised now $22M since 2023. Fintech funding hit $53.8B globally in 2025.
Survey: 80% of Founders Willing to Retry After Failure
Wilbur Labs 2026 survey shows founders undeterred by setbacks, with 81% pivoting ideas and 54% stressing product-market fit lessons. U.S. saw 532K new business apps in Jan 2026; top failure causes now tech issues (44%).
Pepperdine Expands Most Fundable Companies Competition Globally
Pepperdine Graziadio Business School partners with Startup World Cup to create global pathway for startups via expanded competition.
Spotlight on Startups Releases 2026 Orange County Guide
New report unveils 30 high-impact tools and resources to help Orange County startups scale in the 2026 tech ecosystem.