A roadmap for successful AI adoption in Higher Education, from dxw: Higher education institutions are actively experimenting with AI to improve operational efficiency, yet approaches vary significantly across the sector. Institutions face complex issues including output accuracy, data privacy, and academic integrity – with some organisations establishing centralized AI task forces while others maintain department-led ... Keep reading| Dave Briggs
Young people on Kansas City’s east side need to see examples of what can be achieved when someone who looks like them works hard — and wins, said Tanyech Yarbrough, pledging to use her recent grant funding from KC G.I.F.T. to mirror entrepreneurship to her community, as well as expand her Troost eatery.| Startland News
The claims by the Federal and Tasmanian education ministers that Tasmanian public schools will be fully funded by 2034 are a blatant lie. The new school funding agreement between the Commonwealth and the Tasmanian Government will not set public schools are not on the path to full funding as government media releases say. Despite a […]| SOS Australia
The claims by the Prime Minister, the South Australian Premier and education ministers that South Australian public schools will be fully funded by 2034 are a blatant lie. The new school funding agreement between the Commonwealth and the South Australian Government will not set public schools are not on the path to full funding as […]| SOS Australia
The claims by the Federal Education Minister and the Western Australian Premier that WA public schools will be fully funded by 2034 are a blatant falsehood. The new school funding agreement between the Commonwealth and the Western Australian Government will not set public schools are not on the path to full funding as government media […]| SOS Australia
The claims by the Prime Minister, the Queensland Premier and their education ministers that Queensland public schools will be fully funded by 2034 are a blatant falsehood. The new school funding agreement between the Commonwealth and the Queensland Government will not set public schools are not on the path to full funding as government media […]| SOS Australia
The claims by the Prime Minister, the NSW Premier and their education ministers that NSW public schools will be fully funded by 2034 are a blatant falsehood. The new school funding agreement between the Commonwealth and the NSW Government will not set public schools are not on the path to full funding as government media […]| SOS Australia
The claim by the Prime Minister, Premiers and their education ministers that public schools will be fully funded by 2034 is a blatant lie. The new school funding agreements between the Commonwealth and the states have not set public schools are not on the path to full funding as government media releases say.| SOS Australia
FlexM has secured an investment from China’s Torkey Times Technology to expand its global footprint and strengthen its payments business.| Fintech Singapore
Q3 Cyber Security Vendor Transaction Highlights 121 total funding, M&A, and IPO transactions $2.95 Billion raised over 95 rounds 25 total M&A events 1 IPO Crunching the Numbers The $2.95 Billion raised in Q3, 2025 represents a 37% increase in funding raised when compared to Q3, 2024. 95 funding rounds were tracked in Q3 ’25 […] The post Cyber Security Vendor Funding Report – Q3, 2025 appeared first on Pinpoint Search Group.| Pinpoint Search Group
September’s cyber security vendor transaction highlights 51 total funding and M&A transactions $1.3 Billion raised over 40 rounds 11 M&A events Crunching the Numbers The $1.3 Billion raised in September 2025 represents a 162% increase in funding raised when compared to September 2024. 40 funding rounds were tracked in September ’25 compared to 34 in […] The post September ’25 Cyber Security Vendor Funding | M&A appeared first on Pinpoint Search Group.| Pinpoint Search Group
Spellbook, which likes to be known as ‘the Cursor for contracts’, has raised $50m in a Series B funding round led by Keith Rabois, Managing ...| Artificial Lawyer
Nexl, the legal go-to-market and CRM platform, has gained $23m in Series B funding led by Tidemark Capital. The Australia-based business, which started in 2018 ...| Artificial Lawyer
Azerbaijan-based developer PolyDream Studio has raised $500,000 in funding. Read more| GamesIndustry.biz Latest Articles Feed
The Trump administration has proposed cutting over $28.6 billion in health care and mental health-related spending under its newly released discretionary| Behavioral Health Business
IonQ Inc. today detailed the terms of a transaction that will see it receive $2 billion in funding from investment firm Heights Capital. The quantum computer maker plans to raise about three quarters of capital by selling 16.5 million shares for $93 apiece. Heights Capital, an affiliate of Wall Street heavyweight Susquehanna International, is also buying […] The post Quantum computer developer IonQ to raise $2B in funding appeared first on SiliconANGLE.| SiliconANGLE
Professor Sir Ian Chapman is the new chief executive of UK Research & Innovation (UKRI). As is our way with … read more| Science Media Centre
Multi-rail payments infrastructure platform BVNK announced this week that it has scored a strategic investment from Citi Ventures. The amount of the funds is undisclosed, and adds to the $90+ million in funding BVNK has raised from investors such as Visa, Haun Ventures, Tiger Global, and others. “Stablecoins are seeing increased interest in use for settlement of Read more... The post BVNK Lands Funds from Citi Ventures for Stablecoin Infrastructure appeared first on Finovate.| Finovate
UK-Ukrainian AI defense venture Offset Labs, which rebranded from Byne earlier this year, has raised €600k ($804k) in pre-seed funding in a round led by Archangel Ventures. Amadeus Capital Partners and Seven Capital also participated in the investment. The funding takes Offset Labs total funding to more than $1.1 million, according to Crunchbase. “This funding Read more... The post Offset Labs Secures Pre-Seed Funding in Round Led by Archangel Ventures appeared first on Finovate.| Finovate
In a big start to the month of October, fraud and financial crime prevention platform Feedzai has announced both a major funding round and a deal with the European Central Bank (ECB) to safeguard the digital euro. First up, the funding. Feedzai has secured $75 million in a round that featured participation from new institutional Read more... The post Feedzai Raises $75 Million; Partners with ECB to Safeguard Digital Euro appeared first on Finovate.| Finovate
The cybersecurity startup will use the investment to accelerate its product development and market expansion efforts. The post Realm.Security Raises $15 Million in Series A Funding appeared first on SecurityWeek.| SecurityWeek
If done correctly, nonprofit organizations can sell products for fundraising. Learn about nonprofit product sales and unrelated business income in this guide.| Foundation Group®
The latest fundraising news from FurtherAI; The people who keep insurance running are overwhelmed. They’re doing trillion-dollar work with outdated tools – buried in PDFs and Excels, juggling manual reviews, and navigating disconnected systems. FurtherAI, [...] The post US News: $25m Funding Secured by FurtherAI appeared first on .|
The funding for the federal government of the United States has been shut down, and the official stance of the president, from WhiteHouse.gov, is that the chief argument against the Democrat's continuing resolution (H.R. 5450) to fund the government is over $200 billion of funding for healthcare for undocumented immigrants over the next decade. Democrats’ proposal would result in nearly $200 billion spent on healthcare for illegal immigrants and other non-citizens over the next decade — e...| Recent Questions - Politics Stack Exchange
Margaret Marcuson encourages pastors to reflect deeply on their own motivations, habits, and beliefs around giving, including influences from upbringing and current practices. By understanding their own stance, pastors can more authentically and effectively support their congregations in developing thoughtful, faith-based approaches to giving. This article was originally published on September 28, 2011. The information [...] The post Being a Stewardship Leader Requires Clarity first appeared ...| Lewis Center for Church Leadership
This year, the European fintech industry is showing resilience, capturing a growing share of venture capital (VC) funding and recording year-on-year (YoY) increases. Several trends are reshaping the sector, including artificial intelligence (AI) and stablecoins, according to Finch Capital.| Fintech Schweiz Digital Finance News - FintechNewsCH
The Royal Bank of Scotland has unveiled plans to launch IP-backed loans aimed at "high growth businesses" in Scotland. Read more| GamesIndustry.biz Latest Articles Feed
Create a pitch deck competition slide that positions your business favorably without making the mistakes most founders do. Also, learn from real-life examples and see how their competitors' slides made a difference in winning investor trust and funding rounds. Read more| Upmetrics
Startup funding rounds are structured capital-raising events where companies exchange equity for investment across multiple growth stages. Each round serves distinct purposes, attracts specific investor types, and requires tailored preparation approaches—all of which we will cover in this blog post Read more| Upmetrics
You’ve got the vision, the hustle, and the plan—but finding the right funding as a woman entrepreneur? That’s still harder than it should be. This guide breaks down the best small business loans for women, how to qualify, and smart ways to overcome the common roadblocks. Read more| Upmetrics
Finding the right SBA lender isn’t just about rates. It’s about speed, experience, and whether they work with businesses like yours. This guide breaks down the top SBA lenders of 2025 for you to make the right choice. Read more| Upmetrics
Think bad credit means no SBA loan? Not so fast. There are flexible programs and smart workarounds that most people overlook. In this guide, we’ll show you how to boost your odds, pick the right loan, and even get expert help to polish your business plan and match with lenders who say yes when others won’t. Read more| Upmetrics
Thinking of applying for an SBA loan? It’s not as simple as filling a form and waiting for approval. From specific credit scores to detailed business plans and collateral rules, there’s a lot lenders check behind the scenes. Wondering what’s on their checklist? Let’s break it down for you in this blog. Read more| Upmetrics
What is an SBA loan, and how does it work? This blog breaks down the full process, from loan types and interest rates to eligibility, fees, and application timelines. If you're applying for an SBA loan or just exploring your options, this guide will help you understand what to expect and how to prepare. Read more| Upmetrics
Your pitch might look solid but is it clear, convincing, and investor-ready? The best way to find out is to test it. This guide breaks down how to get honest, useful feedback on your business pitch, what to ask for, who to trust, and how to apply it before your next meeting. Read more| Upmetrics
If you’re asking “how long does it take to get an SBA loan,” the answer is usually 30-90 days. But delays happen. This blog walks through each phase, explains what affects timing, and includes expert tips to help you get funded faster with a solid business plan and the right lender. Read more| Upmetrics
Learn how to build a pitch deck outline that holds investor attention from the first slide to the last. This blog breaks down each section, explains what to include, and helps you present your story clearly and confidently. Read more| Upmetrics
Debt financing means borrowing money and paying it back with interest. Equity financing means raising money by giving up a share of ownership. In this blog, we explain the difference, compare pros and cons, and help you choose the right option for your business. Read more| Upmetrics
Many founders lose investor interest not because of a weak idea, but because of avoidable pitch deck mistakes. This blog breaks down the most common ones at every stage—pre-seed, seed, and Series A and shows how to correct them fast. Read more| Upmetrics
If you’re a graduate or a small business owner, chances are you’ve got innovative ideas constantly spinning in your mind. And well—that’s a great start toward entrepreneurship! But when it comes to turning those ideas into reality, you’ll need solid […] Read more| Upmetrics
Learn what allocation of funds means, why it matters, where to spend your money, and how to avoid usual budgeting mistakes while keeping finances under control.| Upmetrics
Michael Harvey, Francesca Blondell, and Marta Gallego at the Scientists in Congregations retreat in September. Two of our newest Scientists in Congregations awardees are Marta Gallego and Francesca Blondell – but this is only the| ECLAS
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What’s new: A new statewide survey finds Idaho voters overwhelmingly back empowering families with more flexibility to choose the best... The post New Poll: Idaho Voters Strongly Support Education Freedom appeared first on yes. every kid. foundation..| yes. every kid. foundation.
Nationally, voters believe K–12 education is on the wrong track (57%) and are nearly evenly split on whom they most...| yes. every kid. foundation.
New York City-based Blossom Health has raised $18.4 million to advance its virtual psychiatry and therapy offering. Founded in 2024, the company disclosed Tuesday that it raised the round from 29 investors. Its board of directors includes Mathias Schilling, managing partner at the venture capital firm Headline, a public financial filing states. Representatives of each […] The post Blossom Health Lands $18M for In-Network Virtual Psychiatry Practice appeared first on Behavioral Health Business.| Behavioral Health Business
Applications are due December 17, 2025. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is accepting applications from Minnesota farmers, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations for the Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation Sustainable […]| ATTRA – Sustainable Agriculture
Pre-proposals are due November 10, 2025. The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry is accepting research proposals for $3.5 million in Major Grants and Targeted Grants for the study […]| ATTRA – Sustainable Agriculture
Applications are due by November 21, 2025. The Southern IPM Grants Program addresses important issues affecting the region that address global food security challenges, including invasive species, endangered species, pest […]| ATTRA – Sustainable Agriculture
ATTRA, or Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas, is a trusted source of sustainable agriculture information and maintains a knowledge base of practical multimedia resources for farmers, ranchers, and educators. NCAT’s agriculture specialists work directly with farmers, ranchers, land managers, and others across the country to provide individualized technical assistance, offer practical learning opportunities, and facilitate meaningful connections among producers, experts, research...| attra.ncat.org
uniQure, Dianthus Therapeutics, and Mineralys Therapeutics bagged the biggest biotech funding rounds overall in September 2025. The post The biggest biotech funding rounds in September 2025 appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiot...| Labiotech.eu
This week, we discussed funding with Gerard Caelles, Chief Business Office of Splice Bio, a company that just closed a $135 million series B round. The post Raising money in uncertain times: how Splice Bio secured $135 million for its gene therapy play appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may ...| Labiotech.eu
Merck’s decision to back out of its $1 billion expansion comes as U.K. investments in life sciences declines. The post Merck backs out of Britain: is the U.K. struggling to retain its life sciences sector? appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credi...| Labiotech.eu
Driven by CASGEVY's success, the CRISPR field is experiencing substantial growth with a new wave of companies. The post CRISPR technology’s next wave: Ten companies to watch in 2025 appeared first on Labiotech.eu. © Labiotech UG and Labiotech.eu. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Labiotech ...| Labiotech.eu
In a letter published by the AAC&U on Tuesday, Stanford administrators were absent from a list of signatories who condemned the Trump administration’s actions toward U.S. higher education institutions.| The Stanford Daily
President Jonathan Levin ’94 and Vice Provost Jenny Martinez announced the implementation of a staff hiring freeze in an email Wednesday morning.| The Stanford Daily
Shifts in the National Institute of Health’s funding structure will take effect Monday and limit funding for the indirect costs of research.| The Stanford Daily
When Sudarshan Gadadhar first attended the Young Investigators’ Meeting (YIM), he came in with a lot of questions. “I was not sure about where I was heading, about the kind of science I wanted to do, and whether I was ready for the challenges of independent research”, he recalls. YIM gave him more than answers; it provided perspectives, peers in similar transitions, and mentors who had walked the path before.| IndiaBioscience
Operations at the King County Regional Homeless Authority (KCRHA) are not impacted by the government shutdown. KCRHA and contracted providers continue to| KCRHA
The UT-ORII Science Alliance seeks graduate research assistants for the 2026 SMaRT summer internship program. The post UT-ORII looking for SMaRT graduate research assistants appeared first on The Graduate School.| The Graduate School
CHEYENNE, Wyoming — The Wyoming School Facilities Commission recently found itself under the spotlight as it presented a $10 million budget request to the Legislature’s Select Committee on School Facilities. The funds are earmarked for safety and security enhancements in schools across the state. However, commissioners were pressed to justify the budget, which is intended for the 2027-28 biennium, reports Wyoming News Now. Wyoming's $10 Million School Security Budget Proposal Explained Th...| Campus Safety Magazine
Toronto will provide residents with both financing and coaching to homeowners looking to make the switch to electric heat pumps through its BetterHomesTO program. The post City of Toronto launches homeowner support program for heat pump adoption appeared first on HPAC Magazine.| HPAC Magazine
New York-headquartered ERP startup DualEntry has officially launched from stealth with $90 million in Series A funding. The…| Tech Funding News
A solid third quarter of funding, though less impressive than Q2, means African tech startups have already raised as much - US$1.1 billion - in the first nine months of 2025 as they did in the entirety of 2024.| Disrupt Africa
It's the second time the Trump administration has denied New York transit funding in as many days.| Streetsblog New York City
Career accelerator firm Mastered has secured new county council funding contracts to support and upskill senior UK games talent. Read more| GamesIndustry.biz Latest Articles Feed
Code Coven has announced the first three studios to be featured in its Aurora Accelerator and Agency program. Read more| GamesIndustry.biz Latest Articles Feed
Enhabit (NYSE: EHAB) is piloting new technology that the company’s leaders hope will help the company navigate the proposed home health Medicare payment cut. While preparing for a potential 6.4% rate cut, Enhabit has identified potential upside if the final rule resembles the proposed rule, according to company leaders at the Jefferies Healthcare Services Conference […] The post Enhabit Forecasts Growth Opportunities If Medicare Home Health Payment Rule Goes Through As Proposed appeared f...| Home Health Care News
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From PEN America: In a new report documenting public school book bans over the 2024-2025 school year, PEN America cites alarming censorship pressures on school districts including: new federal efforts to restrict education that amplify rhetoric from state and local efforts to ban books; persistent attacks conflating LGBTQ+ identities as “sexually explicit;” and state-mandated bans […]| Library Journal infoDOCKET
Here’s the Full Text of Today’s ALA Statement: The American Library Association (ALA) expressed disappointment with today’s Federal Communications Commission (FCC) vote to end E-Rate support for library and school hotspot lending programs, which provided critical connectivity to millions of public library patrons who lack reliable internet access at home. “We don’t yet know the full extent […]| Library Journal infoDOCKET
As the Trump administration claws back money for sustainable modes, states have a big opportunity to fill the gap.| usa.streetsblog.org
To support the increase of EVs on the roads, the rapidly growing network of public chargepoints is undergoing a surge.| Energy Saving Trust
On Sept. 24, the Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) announced the second round of the Promise Act grant is open to applicants through Dec. 14. This marks the continuation of a 2023 program, overseen by the Department of Employment and Economic Development, to distribute $94.3 million in grants. Of those funds, $72 million was allotted for| Twin Cities Business
The post Global Energy Alliance commits $16 million to accelerate Mission 300 and Africa’s clean energy future at UNGA 80 appeared first on Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet.| Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet
Floriculture research funding that once seemed in danger of deep cuts has been secured in full after weeks of uncertainty — and with critical advocacy from the Society of American Florists. Earlier this year, SAF and the American Floral Endowment learned that the Floriculture and Nursery Research Initiative (FNRI), along with many other USDA Agricultural […] The post Floriculture Research Funding Restored After SAF Push appeared first on safnow.org.| safnow.org
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Five large wildfires have burned tens of thousands of acres in the forests around this northern Arizona city in the last 15 years. Monsoon floods after those fires closed roads, wrecked homes, and took the life of a 12-year-old girl. But it is the fire that has yet to burn that most […] The post With wildfire-prevention work, Flagstaff seeks to avoid the next devastating flood appeared first on The Water Desk.| The Water Desk
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – In July 2022, for the second time in a month, the landscape above the Wupatki Trails neighborhood took a beating. The first blow was the Pipeline Fire, which ignited on June 12, 2022, and burned 26,770 acres mostly in Coconino National Forest including the slopes above Wupatki Trails and eight other forested […] The post As flames scorch western forests, Flagstaff area offers roadmap for post-wildfire flood prevention appeared first on The Water Desk.| The Water Desk
The days of school bus Wi-Fi equipment and connectivity as internet technology eligible for federal E-Rate reimbursement could be numbered if new Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr gets his way. At the urging of Carr, the FCC updated its agenda Tuesday for its Sept. 30 open meeting to include reconsideration of a 2023 declaratory […] The post Controversial FCC Meeting to Revoke E-Rate Eligibility of School Bus Wi-Fi appeared first on School Transportation News.| School Transportation News
The BC government has announced additional funding for BCSTH’s Violence is Preventable (VIP) program, which teaches K-12 students about intimate-partner violence and healthy relationships. The funding will come from Safe and Supported: BC’s Gender-Based Violence Action Plan. Read the full press release here.| BC Society of Transition Houses
Cybersecurity threats to K-12 schools are growing in frequency, sophistication, and cost, yet many school districts remain under-resourced and underprepared, according to the CoSN 2025 State of EdTech District Leadership report.| eSchool News
Consumer-powered verification platform Argyle announced a strategic investment round that featured participation from Mastercard.| Finovate
The economics of angel investing are the same as for VCs. If your startup doesn’t fit the VC ideal, angels aren’t the answer.| Pitching Angels
It’s been embarrassing to be traveling in Europe during critical weeks when several states I care about — including Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Illinois — are going through major transit funding crises. But the same crises are coming for much of the US in the next year. So I wanted to lay out everything I could […] The post “Should We Let Public Transit Die?” My New Piece in Bloomberg appeared first on Human Transit.| Human Transit
The post Grant Writer Compensation: Can You Pay With Grant Money? appeared first on Foundation Group®.| Foundation Group®
Do you stick to your values and what you believe is right? Do you use whatever platform and power you can get to do your work? There’s a third alternative: be pragmatic.| Katri Bertram
By Clair Griffiths, Community Fundraising and Outreach Coordinator, Xplore! Science Discovery Centre Over the past year, we’ve had the unique opportunity to partner with churches across North Wales as part of the ECLAS Scientists in Congregations-funded| ECLAS
ECLAS seminars are re-starting for the new academic year. On Thursday 18 September 2025, at 9am UK time, our project director David Wilkinson will reflect on the 80 Scientists in Congregations awards ECLAS has made since| ECLAS
A new statewide survey shows Georgia Republican primary voters overwhelmingly want more control for families in education. Why it matters:... The post Georgia GOP Voters Put Education Freedom Front and Center appeared first on yes. every kid. foundation..| yes. every kid. foundation.
A new survey by yes. every kid. foundation. reveals just how important education freedom is to Republican primary voters across South Carolina.| yes. every kid. foundation.
Discover key strategies to boost your eCommerce business’s financial health and drive sustainable growth| 8fig
Centari, the AI-powered deal insights platform, has raised $14m in total – with $8.4m gained now via a Series A funding round. The New York-based startup will use the capital to invest in R&a…| Artificial Lawyer
Breaking News: Airia, the enterprise AI security and orchestration platform that enables organizations to safely deploy and scale AI, today announced $100m in funding – ‘including $50 million…| Artificial Lawyer
Israeli company Irregular, previously known as Pattern Labs, on Wednesday announced raising $80 million for its AI security lab.| SecurityWeek
Graduate Student Research Awards (GSRA) are used to advance the scholarship of graduate students pursuing research and creative activities. Grants up to $5,000 are awarded to the selected students to help support their research, scholarship, and creative activity; give students experience writing grants; and foster the mentoring relationship between faculty and graduate students. The deadline is October 10 by 5 PM. The post Fall 2025 Graduate Student Research Awards Application is now open! a...| The Graduate School
We have eight more outstanding research programs awarded for spring 2025 across many colleges and departments. The post Spring 2025 GSRA award winners: Part 3 appeared first on The Graduate School.| The Graduate School
We have eight more outstanding research programs awarded for spring 2025 across many colleges and departments. The post Spring 2025 GSRA award winners: Part 2 appeared first on The Graduate School.| The Graduate School
Twenty-six outstanding research programs were awarded for spring 2025. The post Spring 2025 GSRA award winners: Part 1 appeared first on The Graduate School.| The Graduate School
Manitoba's provincial government, alongside Efficiency Manitoba, was announced as the debut province to deliver the new Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program (CHGAP). The post Canada launches rebranded greener homes retrofit program appeared first on HPAC Magazine.| HPAC Magazine
In a perfect world, polluters would take responsibility for their impact on local waterways, whether that means taking measures to reduce their own pollution in their operations or partnering on clean-up efforts when mishaps occur. In reality, that’s not typically how it works. Even at a small, localized scale, water quality improvements on upstream properties… The post Improving water quality as a business: Why downstream users think it’s worth footing the bill appeared first on Delawa...| Delaware Currents
