The Big Story: US House passes capital formation package
The House voted Thursday, 302 to 123 in favor of advancing a sweeping capital formation package designed to increase opportunities for investors of all backgrounds and for companies to raise money…
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Reed Smith® Honors Startup Community Champions at TCVN's Rocky™ Founders Choice Awards
IRVINE, Calif. - Tech Coast Venture Network (TCVN), Southern California's longest-standing founder-first support organization, successfully hosted the Rocky™ Founders Choice Awards & Holiday Celebration for Charity on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at OneDigital in Irvine…
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Private practice platform Tebra secures $250M to accelerate AI innovation
Over-subscribed round led by Hildred will accelerate AI development across clinical documentation, billing automation, and practice marketing…
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Thank you to Korea Science & Technology Holdings, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
Korea Science & Technology Holdings - Specialized technology industrialization and investment institutions in Korea's government-funded research institutes…
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Thank you to BodyGate Ai, a renewing Life Science Member of the OC Startup Council!
BodyGate Ai: Revolutionizing healthcare for seniors with personalized AI-driven health insights, preventive care, and comprehensive support, empowering them to take control of their well-being…
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Nelson Mullins’ Emerging Companies Team Recognized in 2025 Q3 PitchBook Rankings
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has been recognized by PitchBook Data, Inc. in its Q3 2025 global rankings as among the most active law firms advising emerging growth companies and venture capital firms, both in the United States and abroad…
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Life Backup Plan Launches Major New Version During Medicare Open Enrollment and Employer Benefits Review Season
New release introduces unparalleled digital medical history and clinical intake capabilities, supporting hospitals, employers, individuals, families, and health insurers—and opens limited Showcase Partner slots for a forthcoming national TV appearance...
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OC Startup Events - there are more new startup events for techies and software companies listed every day in our OC Startup Council Events Calendar!
Check out the Orange County tech startup conferences, happy hours, workshops, meetups, and seminars our members are posting here…
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City of Irvine Announces Key Executive Appointments
Irvine City Manager Sean Crumby has announced several executive appointments that will provide strategic leadership and help shape Irvine’s next chapter…
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Thank you to Toronto Stock Exchange / TSX Venture Exchange, a renewing Member of the OC Startup
Toronto Stock Exchange / TSX Venture Exchange - Alternative to venture capital for high growth companies on TSX or TSXV.
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Thanks to these Sponsors who support the OC Startup Council’s work accelerating innovation and diversity in the local tech startup ecosystem.
Their investments in the local startup economy help power small business creation, job growth, the #GrowthOC movement and the many free services the Startup Council offers to support diverse local founders, entrepreneurs, and startup ventures…
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Turning Vision Into Value: Cie Portfolio Win as Nativo Is Acquired for $120M
Cie venture studio continues to deliver industry-leading outcomes as Nativo joins Life360’s mission to connect brands with modern families…
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Welcome to Chore Robotics, Inc., a new Member of the OC Startup Council!
Chore Robotics, Inc. builds AI-powered modular robots to helps homeowners, facility managers, and municipal crews keep indoor and outdoor spaces tidy with reduced cost of maintenance, storage, and labor…
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Celebrating the 2025 Titan Fast Pitch Finals
This past Saturday, the Titan Student Union was filled with energy and innovation as more than 300 students from middle school, high school, and college competed in the 2025 Titan Fast Pitch Finals…
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Thank you to Tech Coast Venture Network, a renewing Member of the OC Startup Council!
Tech Coast Venture Network help first-time Founders polish their pitch and meet…
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Welcome to FUGU Corp., a new Life Science Member of the OC Startup Council!
FUGU Corp. is an Engagement and Revenue Engine powering B2C Online Universities and Next-Gen Live Podcasting.
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Thank you to ONSCREEN, a renewing Life Science Member of the OC Startup Council!
ONSCREEN enables older adults to stay connected with family and caregivers using video communication on the TV, as well as providing an AI companion that can check-in and ensure your loved one is thriving at home.
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