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October 6, 2026
Bonita Stewart and Jackson Georges Jr., founders of BAG Ventures
Published by Stephen Oluwadara at October 6, 2026
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Google Alumni Close $11.3M Fund for AI Startups

BAG Ventures has closed its inaugural $11.3 million fund to back early-stage AI startups building infrastructure, security, governance, and vertical software for enterprise customers. Founded by
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September 28, 2026
UrbanGeekz 50_Marlon Nichols
Published by Stephen Oluwadara at September 28, 2026
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Eight US-based Black Venture Capital Firms Driving Inclusive Investing

Black-led venture capital firms are stepping in to close the funding gap for backing founders that traditional investors have long overlooked.  And it’s working. For the
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September 25, 2026
Confido founder and team
Published by Stephen Oluwadara at September 25, 2026
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Confido Secures $55M Series B to Help the World’s Best CPG Brands

New York-based software startup Confido has raised $55 million in Series B funding to expand its AI platform for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. Insight Partners
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September 23, 2026
Venture Atlanta stage
Published by Gugulethu Nxumalo at September 23, 2026
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Venture Atlanta Unveils 2026 Lineup of Presenting Companies

Venture Atlanta has announced the lineup of companies selected to present at this year’s technology innovation conference. The date is set for October 14-15 at the
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