When Sierra raised $350 million at a $10 billion valuation in September 2025, AI agent searches spiked 340%. Harvey hit $100 million ARR in just three years. Cursor reached $500 million in annual revenue faster than any software company in history. The AI agent revolution isn’t coming—it’s here, and it’s generating unprecedented returns for the […]

Shopify has emerged as the dominant force in the global ecommerce platform market, transforming from a Canadian startup into a $100+ billion company that powers millions of online stores worldwide. With $8.88 billion in revenue for 2024 and over 5.6 million active stores, Shopify continues to reshape how businesses sell online. The platform’s influence extends

TikTok has evolved from a Gen Z dance app into one of the most influential social media platforms globally, fundamentally changing how content is created, consumed, and monetized. With 1.59 billion monthly active users worldwide and $23 billion in revenue for 2024, TikTok represents a paradigm shift in digital entertainment and social commerce. However, the

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Perplexity AI is an AI-powered search engine that has rapidly emerged as a serious challenger to Google’s search dominance. Launched in December 2022, Perplexity gained traction quickly by offering conversational search with real-time citations. In just over two years since its launch, the AI search startup has already secured a $18 billion valuation and processes

The alternative funding ecosystem experienced unprecedented growth in 2025, with crowdfunding reaching $1.27 billion globally, revenue-based financing expanding to $6.4 billion with projections of $178.3 billion by 2033, and government grants supporting startups at record levels. This comprehensive analysis reveals how founders are successfully accessing non-dilutive capital through data-driven alternative funding strategies. Why 2025 Became