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Startups News 20 September 2025 - 9 October 2025

MEDIROM (NASDAQ: MRM) Set for Takeoff: Series A Boost & Altman-Backed ‘Orb’ Deal Fuels 150% Upside

MEDIROM (NASDAQ: MRM) Set for Takeoff: Series A Boost & Altman-Backed ‘Orb’ Deal Fuels 150% Upside

Company Background & Business Model MEDIROM Healthcare Technologies (NASDAQ: MRM) is a Tokyo‑based provider of holistic health and wellness services. Founded in 2000, it operates 300+ Re.Ra.Ku branded relaxation salons across Japan medirom.co.jp, offering massage, aromatherapy and lifestyle therapy. These salons generate the bulk of revenues (47.3M of $52.7M in 2024) ir.medirom.co.jp. In parallel, since 2015 MEDIROM has built a Digital Preventative Healthcare arm. Key elements are: the Lav® on-demand health‐guidance app, and the MOTHER Bracelet®, a battery‑free wearable activity tracker. In 2023 it launched REMONY, a remote health monitoring service bundling the MOTHER Bracelet with corporate wellness programs medirom.co.jp.
9 October 2025
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From Tennis Ball Launchers to Tokenized Equities: What Connexa Sports (YYAI) – Now AiRWA – Means for Investors in 2025

From Tennis Ball Launchers to Tokenized Equities: What Connexa Sports (YYAI) – Now AiRWA – Means for Investors in 2025

Stock Price & Recent Performance A micro‑cap stock in free‑fall After trading between $1 and $3 for much of August 2025, Connexa Sports’ share price crashed when it announced a $500 million joint‑venture with crypto exchange JuCoin to build the AiRWA real‑world‑asset (RWA) platform. The combination of extreme volatility, negligible support levels and negative technical indicators means YYAI is behaving like a speculative penny stock rather than an established sports‑technology player. Macrotrends & long‑term view Historical data compiled by Macrotrends shows the magnitude of the decline: the share price averaged $1.4475 in 2025, opened the year at $1.27, reached a high
8 October 2025
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Mystery $75M Bet Propels POET Technologies – Tiny Optical Chipmaker Rides AI Gold Rush

Mystery $75M Bet Propels POET Technologies – Tiny Optical Chipmaker Rides AI Gold Rush

$75 Million Infusion Fuels AI Connectivity Expansion POET’s $75 million capital raise – a non-brokered private placement of ~13.64 million shares (with warrants) – marks a major vote of confidence in the company’s technology ts2.tech. “This is the largest single investment in POET’s history,” noted CEO Dr. Suresh Venkatesan, adding it boosts POET’s balance sheet to $150 M+ cash and no debt ts2.tech ts2.tech. The deal was funded by a single institutional backer (whose identity was not disclosed), sparking speculation of a potential strategic partner behind the scenes ts2.tech. With this hefty war chest, management plans to “scale up [POET’s] growth ambitions in the
8 October 2025
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No-Revenue Biotech Soars 64,000% – Is Regencell (RGC) a Breakthrough or a Bubble?

No-Revenue Biotech Soars 64,000% – Is Regencell (RGC) a Breakthrough or a Bubble?

Company Profile and Mission Regencell Bioscience is an early-stage biotech company focused on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Headquartered in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, Regencell researches, develops, and aims to commercialize herbal treatment formulae for neurocognitive disorders – primarily Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Marketbeat Insidermonkey. The company’s approach is based on the “Sik-Kee Au TCM Brain Theory,” a proprietary herbal methodology developed by the CEO’s father ts2.tech. Founded in 2014 by CEO Yat-Gai Au, Regencell went public on NASDAQ in July 2021 Stockanalysis. The firm positions itself as a socially responsible, mission-driven enterprise: “Our goal is to save and improve the lives of
7 October 2025
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Quantum Rocket or Bubble? RGTI’s Stunning Surge Explained—And How It Stacks Up to IonQ, D‑Wave, and QUBT

Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Soars on Quantum Hype: Stock Hits Highs Amid Deals & Doubts

Recent Stock Performance: A Quantum Surge Rigetti’s stock (NASDAQ: RGTI) has been on a tear in late 2025, skyrocketing to all-time highs heading into October. On October 6, shares topped out around $40.63 (the 52-week high)ts2.tech – astounding considering RGTI traded under $1 one year ago. The rally really accelerated in September: the stock jumped ~83–84% during September alonets2.tech, far outpacing the flat broader market. After hovering around $15 mid-year, RGTI began climbing in early September; between Sept 12 and 19 it spiked from roughly $16 to $28 (+70% in one week)ts2.tech. By Oct 2, Rigetti surged 18.6% in a single day to close
7 October 2025
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Figma Stock’s Post-IPO Rollercoaster: From $68 Billion Debut to Wild Drops – What’s Next for FIG?

Figma Stock’s Wild Ride – IPO Frenzy, 50% Plunge, and a ChatGPT-Fueled Comeback (Oct 2025 Update)

Stock Performance & Market Activity Figma’s stock has experienced extreme swings since its July 2025 IPO. The IPO itself was euphoric – priced at $33 per share, FIG opened at $85 and shot up to $122 within two daysts2.tech. This ~270% surge reflected intense optimism for Figma’s collaborative design software and came amid an upbeat tech IPO market. Even U.S. regulators took note: FTC Chair Lina Khan highlighted Figma’s $68 billion first-day valuation as validation for blocking Adobe’s bid, seeing Figma as a thriving independent competitorts2.tech. However, gravity hit quickly. After the debut frenzy, investors reassessed Figma’s frothy valuation (which exceeded 200× forward earnings at the peakts2.tech). FIG shares plummeted
7 October 2025
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Vercel’s AI Breakthrough: $300M Raise Propels Developer Platform to $9.3B Valuation

Vercel’s AI Breakthrough: $300M Raise Propels Developer Platform to $9.3B Valuation

$300M Series F Round and $9.3B Valuation In late September 2025 Vercel announced a blockbuster Series F funding round that catapults the startup to a $9.3 billion valuation reuters.com bloomberg.com. The $300 million infusion was oversubscribed and co-led by VC firm Accel and Singapore’s GIC (Global Investment Corporation) reuters.com bloomberg.com. Joining the round were heavyweight asset managers and funds — BlackRock, StepStone, Khosla Ventures, Schroders, Adams Street Partners and General Catalyst — alongside earlier backers (Salesforce Ventures, Tiger Global, GV, etc.) bloomberg.com gic.com.sg. Vercel also launched a roughly $300 million secondary tender for employees and early investors, which is slated
1 October 2025
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India’s ‘Swadeshi’ Chat App Arattai Soars to #1, Leaves WhatsApp Reeling – Can It Keep the Momentum?

WeWork India’s ₹3,000-Cr IPO Launching Right After Dussehra – Listing Slated Oct 10

IPO Launch and Structure WeWork India Management Ltd. – the Embassy-backed Indian franchise of the global co-working giant – is set to open its initial share sale on October 3, 2025 hindustantimes.com economictimes.indiatimes.com. The offer will close on October 7, with an anchor bid day on Oct 1, and the shares are expected to list on October 10 hindustantimes.com economictimes.indiatimes.com. The entire IPO is structured as an offer-for-sale (OFS): existing shareholders will sell up to 4.63 crore equity shares, and the company will receive no new funds hindustantimes.com moneycontrol.com. Promoter Embassy Buildcon LLP is selling ~33.46 million shares and 1 Ariel
28 September 2025
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India’s ‘Swadeshi’ Chat App Arattai Soars to #1, Leaves WhatsApp Reeling – Can It Keep the Momentum?

India’s ‘Swadeshi’ Chat App Arattai Soars to #1, Leaves WhatsApp Reeling – Can It Keep the Momentum?

India Today reports that Arattai “raced to the top spot in app stores, surpassing WhatsApp” indiatoday.in. In late September 2025 the Chennai‑based Zoho quietly saw its years‑old chat app shoot up the Google and Apple rankings, driven by a wave of patriotic downloads and social media buzz. As Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan noted on X (formerly Twitter), Arattai is “free, easy-to-use, secure, [and] safe” and fully developed in India hindustantimes.com – echoing Prime Minister Modi’s call to back “Swadeshi” tech. Pradhan’s post explicitly urged citizens to switch to Indian messaging tools hindustantimes.com economictimes.indiatimes.com, giving Arattai a major visibility boost. Even
28 September 2025
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Palantir’s Shocking Reinvention: From Secretive Spy Tech to $400B Cult Lifestyle Brand

Palantir’s Shocking Reinvention: From Secretive Spy Tech to $400B Cult Lifestyle Brand

From Spy Tech to Swag: Palantir’s Lifestyle Brand Play Defense contractors aren’t usually cool lifestyle brands – but Palantir Technologies is determined to change that. The secretive software firm, long known for powering U.S. warfighting and surveillance programs, has started selling Palantir-branded apparel and accessories to the public wired.com. Its online store (relaunched in 2024) looks more Silicon Valley chic than military-industrial complex: a sleek black interface styled like a computer terminal, cheeky product names, and premium pricing. Among the inaugural items were $99 athletic shorts (emblazoned “PLTR—TECH” down the side) and an “ergonomic” nylon tote bag priced at a
22 September 2025
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How to Start or Buy a Crypto Exchange – and Why Teenagers Are Flocking to Crypto (Even in 2025)

How to Start or Buy a Crypto Exchange – and Why Teenagers Are Flocking to Crypto (Even in 2025)

Starting or Buying a Crypto Exchange: A Comprehensive Guide Launching a crypto exchange in 2025 remains a potentially lucrative venture – but it’s far from a plug-and-play business. This section explores what it takes to start (or acquire) an exchange, covering the spectrum from traditional centralized exchanges to decentralized trading platforms. We’ll delve into legal hurdles, technology requirements, choosing between building vs. buying solutions, and how successful exchanges have navigated these waters. Centralized vs. Decentralized Exchanges (CEX vs DEX) One of the first strategic decisions is what type of exchange to operate. Centralized exchanges (CEXs) like Coinbase or Binance act
22 September 2025
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Stock Market Today

Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:10 AM EST CleanSpark (CLSK) Shares Show Volatility Amid Bitcoin Mining Growth Prospects February 7, 2026, 12:02 AM EST. CleanSpark (CLSK), a bitcoin mining firm, saw a sharp 21.96% rise in one day after a 35.26% decline over 90 days. The company posted $785 million in annual revenue but a net loss of $267 million. Despite recent share price volatility, analysts estimate a fair value of $23.16 per share, more than double the current $10.08 price, reflecting expectations of expansion in mining capacity and improved margins. The valuation
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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