Archive for June 2021
The Funded: 23andMe plans to make its Nasdaq debut next week after its SPAC merger
Here's more on the Sunnyvale DNA-testing unicorn's plans, along with news about three new IPO filings and other venture deals from the region at the start of a new week.
SBA still processing PPP loans with hold codes — and the funding is officially gone
There was concern among experts about whether the SBA would end up leaving PPP loan funding on the table.
California biotech program for racial, social equity hires executive director
The initiative was launched by the statewide biotech industry trade group in March.
Brisbane redevelopments could add 5,000 homes, commercial space and hotel
The projects, both in the works for years, recently took big steps.
Bay Area Alzheimer’s drug hopefuls buoyed by FDA approval of controversial drug
The approval of Biogen's drug, which will sell for $56,000 a year, "reflects that the regulatory bar has shifted."
Stitch Fix rallies 15% with narrower-than-expected loss
The company also grew its active client base to more than 4.1 million, a 20% YoY growth.
Localis chef plans Auburn project, nixes East Sacramento move
As the Auburn eatery moves forward, Localis is staying put at 2031 S St. in Midtown Sacramento.
Ashton Kutcher-backed Collective lands $20M to save freelancers time and money on taxes
Preparing taxes when you're a freelancer is a nightmare. This startup is trying to make it as pain-free as possible.
Big Bay Area biopharma scoops up major North Carolina office space
The move comes after the company earlier this year announced it would open a new center in Raleigh to house multiple operations and 275 employees.
Near Aggie Square, 99-unit apartment project under review
A few blocks south of the planned Aggie Square development, a proposal for housing could be a preview of how the area will change.