Startups Blog

It is easy to take mattresses and bedding for granted. However, as a consequence, plenty of us are struggling to get a good night's sleep. Perhaps surprisingly, many mattress startups are working to change the industry for good. But how?

Genomics is a fascinating subject and an even more fascinating industry. We have the power to tap into human genes more than ever before. This could help to improve medicinal treatments and even to help fight disease. However, genetic testing is expensive - what are startups doing to help?

The ways through which we power our homes and businesses are changing. While millions of us are still relying on fossil fuels, renewable energy is growing bigger all the time. Many innovative startups across the US are already going beyond science fiction to help increase the longevity of our planet’s resources. Let’s consider how they’re helping in the grand scheme.

With so many different spheres and so many innovations constantly emerging, it’s hard to know what to invest in. Thankfully, there are more tools to help you with that than ever before. So here’s our quick guide on how to find startups to invest in that fit well with your needs.

Cancer continues to be a significant cause of adult mortality across the US and worldwide. It’s thought that around 158 people per 100,000 will die of cancer-related illness. Thankfully, innovative startups are working diligently to help beat cancer for good. But how big a mountain is this to climb?

Startups don’t always operate under the same owners or founders for life. Platforms and services such as StartEngine are fantastic for finding significant venture purchases. But how exactly does StartEngine work - and what are some prominent firms you can buy into right now?

The U.S. is a hotbed of multi-culture. Political change aside over the past few years, immigrant entrepreneurship has made significant changes to the broader economy. However, it seems that entrepreneurs are taking to U.S. shores from abroad in fewer and fewer numbers. So why are immigrant startups apparently in decline?

Venture capital interest - interestingly enough - is always likely to vary from state to state. This may be as a result of tech hubs, for example, in areas such as California. However, there have been some interesting shifts in startups and funding recently that are well worth paying attention to.

What is a 'megatrend'? It's a trend or fad that has incredible potential - more so than your average phase. In the modern age, and concerning startups, 'megatrend' refers to those technologies at the precipice of going viral. But what are some of the more intriguing spheres and trends capturing interest on a global scale?

FinTech is a big word on many investors’ lips. Recent global events have led to people using banking and trading apps on mass. While FinTech may be popular with many, establishing successful startups isn’t without its challenges. Let’s consider some of the obstacles successful launches have to overcome.