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AI on the farm: Ag-tech startups help zap weeds, fertilize crops — but still face challenges with data
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Tech Moves: Graham & Walker exec joins Seattle Storm; Union Bay founder lands new role
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Former director of Seattle startup accused of embezzling $2M in company funds
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Washington state backs AI-driven cancer diagnostics and other startup projects
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Seattle startup Dropzone AI, which develops autonomous AI security agents, raises $3.5M
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Transportation data analytics provider INRIX lands $70M from Morgan Stanley
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Mobile car repair startup Wrench is raising more cash
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‘Virtual creature’ startup Windup Minds raises $1.6M in seed funding
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