Here’s a roundup of interesting startup links I came across today:
AI is eating the Internet
Eventually, the dust will settle. Some players will win (and take all), others will fall. But a new equilibrium must emerge. One that rebalances the interests of content creators, consumers, and advertisers.
You’ve got an idea for a startup. Now what? Measure it. (Portland) » Calagator: Portland’s Tech Calendar
In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, participants will walk through a case study applying “Nascent Methodology,” a novel, unique approach to identify the earliest signals of opportunity for startups without customers.
Elevate’25: Navigating Customer Experience in the Era of AI | Airship
Ever feel like you’re riding a wave of constant digital change – one that you just can’t keep up with? AI is actively reshaping how brands connect with mobile-first audiences, demanding an evolution in customer experience strategies. If you’re looking to lead – not lag – in an AI-powered world, then Elevate’25: Digital Innovation Summit is for you.
What is a startup? — Jeffrey Martens
Does it even matter? Absolutely not! I do, however, find it an interesting topic, and there are some very mild consequences to correct, or incorrect use of the term. Go into a bank for a loan, say you are a startup, and you’ll get laughed out of the building. Walk into a venture capital firm and say you are a small business, and they’ll laugh you out as well.
Builder.ai promised AI-built apps. Who really did the work? – Rest of World
Builder.ai was founded in 2016 by Duggal, a high-flying serial British-Indian entrepreneur. At the time, AI-powered startups — which claimed to do everything from stopping cyberattacks to operating autonomous vehicles — had raised $5 billion around the world. Initially bootstrapped, Builder.ai received $29.5 million in its first major funding round in late 2018, in what was then reported as one of Europe’s largest ever series A investments.
The Founder’s Guide to Fundraising Rejection
This guide is here to help you understand why rejection happens, how to navigate it strategically, and how to use every “no” to get closer to your “yes.”
Intel’s potential exit from advanced manufacturing puts its Oregon future in doubt – oregonlive.com
Oregon was already reeling as Intel slashed at least 5,400 local jobs over the past 11 months. The notion Intel might also wind down its advanced research puts its entire Oregon future at risk — and along with it, one of the state’s economic pillars.
On 9 data-driven tips for YC startup founders | by Jared Heyman | Jul, 2025 | Medium
I’ll share some data-driven tips that YC founders can follow to maximize their odds of success based on what we’ve learned over 5+ years building the world’s most sophisticated ML/AI algorithm for predicting YC startup success.
VCs are Changing Their Tune on Conflicts — Chris Neumann
For most of the history of Startupland™, there has been one industry norm that both sides agreed on: in general, VC firms do not invest in startups that compete directly with existing portfolio companies. In fact, most VCs go to great lengths to ensure that (1) there are the no direct competitors in their portfolio, and (2) there is enough “room” between portfolio companies to allow them to pivot without risk of running into one another.
Digital Content Specialist Job at Riot New Media Group / Book Riot in Portland, Oregon | Silicon Florist
The Digital Content Specialist is responsible for planning, producing, and publishing engaging digital content across Riot New Media Group’s social media platforms and content channels. This highly collaborative role helps shape our voice and grow our online presence by crafting content that connects with our audience and supports editorial and business goals.
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