Welcome to this week's tech news roundup, brought to you by Matt Parker's "The End of the Day Show". Let's dive into the biggest stories and insights from the tech world.

🚀 Earnings Season Countdown

Big week ahead as we enter earnings season for notable tech companies. Here's what to watch:

* Tuesday: SoFi, AMD, Microsoft, PayPal, Pinterest

* Wednesday: Arm, Meta, Carvana

* Thursday: Amazon, Apple, Intel, Coinbase

Why it matters: Earnings calls provide crucial insights into company performance and industry trends. They're especially important for startups to understand market dynamics and potential opportunities.

💡 AI in Focus

* Will AI continue to dominate earnings call discussions?

* OpenAI just announced its search product

* Keep an eye on how companies like Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon discuss their AI initiatives

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📊 Carvana's Comeback Story

* Carvana stock is up 173% this year alone

* 219% increase in the last six months

* A reminder of the unpredictable nature of the stock market

🗓️ 2025 Budget Planning for U.S. Enterprises

* Shared services typically make decisions from July to October

* Business units decide from September to November

* Critical for startups to align their sales strategies with these cycles

💼 Spotlight: Powder's $5M Funding Round

* Building AI agents for precise document analysis in wealth management

* Founded by ex-Addepar talent

* Backed by Y Combinator and other notable investors

🔮 Looking Ahead

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• ModernTax: Revolutionizing tax services with API access and automated analysis

• FirstMeeting: AI-driven pitch optimization for founders and sales teams

• Fundraising Course: Accelerated 60-day program to raise capital efficiently

Whether you're raising funds, optimizing operations, or seeking insights, I am involved in these ventures. Stay tuned for more insights and analysis in our next edition!

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