Tech Unicorn news and trends

Unicorn Tracker: Flipkart Looks to Lower Cash Burn?
Unicorn Tracker // November 11, 2016

We promise not to mention the U.S. election in this week’s Unicorn Tracker. Because, you know, there are other things to talk about. While one nation (guess which one) ponders whether it wants to entertain an existential crisis or not, firms can have their own...

The Newest Cybersecurity Unicorn That Raised $300M
News // September 30, 2015

It’s no surprise that in today’s age of growing cybercrime, venture capitalists and corporate customers are flocking to cybersecurity investments. Endpoint security and systems management company Tanium is among the many cybersecurity startups that have seen a boost in funding due to the rising number...

Farfetch, Tech Unicorn, Offers Up eCommerce Agency
Mobile Commerce // September 10, 2015

Farfetch, the online marketplace that links consumers and boutiques worldwide and one of the tech unicorns, so named for sporting a valuation of more than $1 billion, is unveiling a business aimed at creating eCommerce sites for brands. The Business of Fashion reported on Wednesday (Sept....

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Japan’s P2P Flea Market Mercari Makes IPO Debut At $7.4B

June 20, 2018
Flea market app Mercari saw its shares rise 77 percent in its Tokyo stock market debut on Tuesday (June 19) as the rare Japanese unicorn looks towards expansion in the U.S. According to Reuters, shares rose as high as 6,000 yen in early afternoon trade, valuing the company at as much as $7.4 billion. The IPO, […]

The Newest Cybersecurity Unicorn That Raised $300M

September 30, 2015
It’s no surprise that in today’s age of growing cybercrime, venture capitalists and corporate customers are flocking to cybersecurity investments. Endpoint security and systems management company Tanium is among the...

Farfetch, Tech Unicorn, Offers Up eCommerce Agency

September 10, 2015
Farfetch, the online marketplace that links consumers and boutiques worldwide and one of the tech unicorns, so named for sporting a valuation of more than $1 billion, is unveiling a...