Side Hustles

Taiwan biotech startups held more than 100 meetings at BIO 2026, discussing licensing, distribution and co-development opportunities.

Fundable Founders Learning Lab applications are open for Black Ambition’s free 2026 virtual program for Florida-based founders.

OfferUp Dreams Start Here spotlights Victor Villa and Carmen Vera, who used marketplace purchases to start growing businesses.

Evermos and the ILO trained more than 230 vulnerable people in Indonesia to start digital businesses using smartphones.

Diamond Brew closes an oversubscribed seven-figure pre-seed round to expand its machine-free coffee pods and enter military retail.

Exit Glacier Greenhouses wins a $20,000 Port Partners grant to build solar-powered greenhouse modules and expand produce output in Seward.

New Dawn Franchising launches an E-2 franchise platform for investors seeking U.S. businesses in real estate, telecom, and insurance.

Creality Falcon T1 5-in-1 Laser Engraver is now on sale from $2,249 for makers, DIY users, and small businesses.

Sychedelic neurostimulation headphones raised $3.5 million to develop a wearable for relaxation, focus, and sleep support.

Biomed Israel 2026 startup competition names Starget Pharma, caVos Biotherapeutics, Protai and BAIBYS™ as winners.

Amy Keed Global Short Film Awards judge Amy Keed will join the international short film panel in Cannes.

KIST Korean quantum startups IBM visit connects five companies with IBM researchers for technical exchanges and commercialization discussions.

NextRise 2026 brings more than 530 startups to Seoul for business meetings, investment discussions, and recruitment events.

Pacific Hybreed raises $1 million to scale non-GMO hybrid oyster and clam seed production for shellfish farms.

Endeavor Summit 2026 brought close to 70 entrepreneurs and more than 200 participants to Miami for cross-border growth discussions.

Filthy Rich pressure washing business guide covers pricing, operations, service contracts, and startup tools for new operators.

Fabpad 300% growth: the hygiene brand says it met 12-month post-seed projections within three months of funding.

Affix Labs raises €1 million to expand Repeltec, its water-based surface insect repellent, across European markets.

Entreprenista Founders Weekend brings more than 300 women entrepreneurs to Palm Beach Gardens for a sold-out three-day retreat.

Five Star Franchising has three brands on Entrepreneur’s 2026 low-cost franchise list, with options under $50,000 and $150,000.