Friday Fund Day: Startup News From The Southeast For The Week Of July 28 - August 1, 2025
We’ve got a quick look at the startups that made headlines this week. These are the founders and teams you need to know:
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Atlanta’s ArtCloud Merges with London-Based Company to Expand Tech For Art Opportunities
Atlanta’s ArtCloud merges with UK-based Artlogic to combine art management, sales, and collector tools into a unified platform for galleries.
Cox Cleantech Accelerator Brings Global Energy Startups to Atlanta for Cohort Two
The Cox Cleantech Accelerator just announced five cutting-edge startups to Atlanta for its newest cohort. With solutions spanning energy optimization, electric vehicle infrastructure, mapping, and climate resilience, this global group is building the next wave of cleantech innovation. Meet the found
These Southeast Startups Are Transforming Classrooms In 2025 — Even as VC Funding Into EdTechs Stalls
Southern startups are transforming EdTech in 2025, building tools for students, parents, and teachers — even as venture funding slows down. Ask ChatGPT
This Atlanta ER Doctor Is Bringing 24/7 Emergency Expertise Into Your Living Room With Green Dot Health
Atlanta ER doctor Dr. Nadia Nabavi launched Green Dot Health to bring 24/7 virtual emergency care into patients’ homes. Learn how the startup is helping people avoid unnecessary ER visits and reshaping the future of telehealth.
After The Funding: Q&A With VIVA Finance's CEO Jack Markwalter
Atlanta-based VIVA Finance has secured $220 million in debt funding led by Community Investment Management to expand its AI-powered loan platform for working Americans with limited credit history.
WEI Is Back. Who in Atlanta should apply?
With its relaunch, WEI is looking to bring on 15 female entrepreneurs who are building either high-growth potential or are scalable social impact ventures and have already created over $50k in revenue.