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Some of the biggest AI infrastructure stories are starting to converge. Cerebras filed to go public on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “CBRS.”¹ At the same time, the company is deepening its relationship with OpenAI in a deal that could be worth $20B+ over the next few years.¹ That’s not just momentum. That’s positioning. Because in AI, it’s not only about the models. It’s about the compute powering them. And Cerebras is making a clear case to be part of that foundation. Before these headlines, our investors had the chance to gain exposure to Cerebras through StartEngine Private. To those investors: congratulations. This is what we mean when we talk about access to private markets: not just early-stage ideas, but companies shaping entire industries before they hit public markets. Curious what else is out there? Check the link in the comments to explore current offerings on StartEngine Private. *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Series offered on StartEngine Private may hold shares for the companies listed directly or through an SPV. You are not buying the companies’ stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices.  Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. Visit startengine.com/private for more information, and to review risk disclosures. 1. Source: https://lnkd.in/dQvp9rPZ PRIV-115

Big moves sometimes come in pairs. Crypto exchange Kraken just confirmed it has confidentially filed for a U.S. IPO.¹ At the same time, Deutsche Börse is taking a $200M stake in the company, another signal that the line between traditional finance and crypto continues to blur.² This is the kind of momentum we watch closely. Because before these headlines, our investors had the chance to gain exposure to Kraken through StartEngine Private. To those investors: congratulations. This is exactly why access matters. The private markets are where some of the most interesting inflection points happen. And increasingly, they’re not staying private forever. Curious what’s next? Check the link in the comments to explore current offerings on StartEngine Private. *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Series offered on StartEngine Private may hold shares for the companies listed directly or through an SPV. You are not buying the companies’ stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices.  Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. A confidential filing does not guarantee that an IPO will occur. Visit startengine.com/private for more information, and to review risk disclosures. 1. Source: https://lnkd.in/d8pyK6Ty 2. Source: https://lnkd.in/eTQ8RfaQ PRIV-115

Google just signed a deal with AMP Robotics to remove 200,000 tons of CO₂ by converting landfill waste into biochar. It’s a big step toward tackling one of the largest sources of emissions: organic waste. And it highlights something important: AI isn’t just optimizing software. It’s being applied to physical systems — waste, energy, infrastructure — where the impact can be massive. AMP’s technology uses AI to identify, sort, and process waste streams, unlocking materials that would otherwise decompose and release methane. Now, paired with carbon removal, that capability is becoming even more valuable. For our investors who got exposure to AMP Robotics on StartEngine Private, this is the kind of real-world validation we like to see. When companies like Google start partnering at scale, it’s a signal. And with 15 spots left in Series AMP Robotics, there's still time to take a closer look. Link in the comments. *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Investment is in Series 78-1 (“Series AMP”), which may hold AMP shares directly or through an SPV. You are not buying AMP stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices. Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. Visit the offering page for more information, and to review risk disclosures. 1. Source: https://lnkd.in/dzW4_riQ MAR-14234

The AI arms race is getting more…conversational. Anthropic just launched Claude Code Channels, a new way for developers to interact with AI agents directly through platforms like Telegram and Discord.¹ In other words: AI isn’t just living in apps anymore. It’s showing up where people already are. This move positions Anthropic to compete more directly with emerging open-source tools like OpenClaw,  especially in how developers build, deploy, and interact with AI agents in real time. And it highlights something bigger: a shift from standalone AI tools to integrated AI workflows. For our investors who got exposure to Anthropic through StartEngine Private, this type of product momentum is encouraging to see. The companies shaping how developers use AI are becoming increasingly important. If you’ve been watching this space, you know how quickly things are evolving. Explore open offerings on StartEngine Private (link in comments). *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Series offered on StartEngine Private may hold shares for the companies listed directly or through an SPV. You are not buying the companies’ stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices.  Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. Visit startengine.com/private for more information, and to review risk disclosures. 1. Source: https://lnkd.in/dvQfe9T2 MAR-14234

Stripe is back in the headlines. Robinhood’s Venture Fund just announced an investment in Stripe, highlighting how the company is “helping shape the future of fintech and AI.”¹ Stripe has helped power the infrastructure of online payments globally, from startups to some of the largest platforms in the world. What makes this latest news so interesting? Despite its scale, Stripe is still private. Institutional players continue finding ways to gain exposure to companies that have historically been difficult to access, even as demand keeps building. For our investors who previously got exposure to Stripe through StartEngine Private, this is the kind of validation we like to see. As private markets get more competitive, access matters more than ever. If you want to see what’s currently available, explore open offerings on StartEngine Private (link in comments). *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Series offered on StartEngine Private may hold shares for the companies listed directly or through an SPV. You are not buying the companies’ stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices.  Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. Visit startengine.com/private for more information, and to review risk disclosures. 1. Source: https://lnkd.in/eMBMqd7h MAR-14234

Big Tech is doubling down on its AI infrastructure buildout. Microsoft is stepping in to expand a major AI data center campus in Texas, partnering with Crusoe to build new “AI factory” facilities and an on-site power plant to support next-gen computing.¹ This is part of a broader shift: the AI arms race is as much about models as it is the infrastructure powering them. And that buildout is getting massive. Crusoe has already been working alongside major players like OpenAI and Oracle. Now, that role is expanding. For our investors who got exposure to Crusoe on StartEngine Private, this is the kind of progress we love to see. Building the backbone of AI is no small task. But it’s where some of the biggest opportunities are emerging. If you’ve been watching the space, you know: access has historically been limited. We’re working to change that. Explore open offerings on StartEngine Private (link in comments). *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Series offered on StartEngine Private may hold shares for the companies listed directly or through an SPV. You are not buying the companies’ stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices.  Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. Visit startengine.com/private for more information, and to review risk disclosures. 1. Source: https://lnkd.in/eyxnNtKi MAR-14234

When a company shares a headline with NVIDIA, investors tend to pay attention. Skild AI is teaming up with NVIDIA to bring AI-powered “robot brains” to factory floors, deploying autonomous systems on Blackwell-powered assembly lines.¹ We’re not just talking about AI in the cloud anymore. This is AI moving into the physical world — manufacturing, robotics, real-world operations. And NVIDIA’s latest Blackwell platform is right at the center of it. StartEngine Private investors previously had exposure to Skild AI. This is the kind of milestone that shows how quickly these companies can expand beyond their original use cases. From software to physical automation, the surface area for growth keeps getting bigger. Curious where the next wave of companies is heading? 👇 Check the link in the comments to explore current offerings on StartEngine Private. *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Series offered on StartEngine Private may hold shares for the companies listed directly or through an SPV. You are not buying the companies’ stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices.  Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. Visit startengine.com/private for more information, and to review risk disclosures. 1. Source: https://lnkd.in/gGeSnwxF MAR-14143

Vinovest is officially part of StartEngine. And in today’s webinar, we had a lot to talk about. StartEngine CEO Howard Marks and Vinovest Co-Founder Anthony Zhang broke down: -Why we acquired Vinovest -What stood out to us about the business -How fine wine & whisky fit alongside startups and pre-IPO opportunities Because here’s the bigger picture: Access to alternative assets is expanding, and so are the ways investors are building modern portfolios. From private companies to collectibles, opportunities are opening up. And platforms like StartEngine are helping bring it all under one roof. Missed the conversation? We’ve got you. 🎥 Watch the full replay below and see how this all fits together. https://lnkd.in/eFzh3Eh5 Already thinking about where this fits in your portfolio? You’re not alone. Explore what’s live on StartEngine Private (link in comments). *** Offerings on StartEngine Private are made under Regulation D, Rule 506(c), through StartEngine Primary LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), and are available only to accredited investors. Series offered on StartEngine Private may hold shares for the companies listed directly or through an SPV. You are not buying the companies’ stock. Revenue, funding, or valuation may not increase, and profitability is not assured. These securities are illiquid and may trade at lower prices.  Valuations are based on private placements rather than public markets. This report doesn’t imply specific performance or results for impacted investors, and there’s no guarantee that revenue, funding, or valuation will continue to grow for the Company, or that they’ll be profitable. Visit our website for more information, and to review risk disclosures. MAR-14185

Join us for an exclusive live session with Atombeam CEO and Chairman Charles Yeomans. In this special webinar, a select group of potential investors will have the opportunity to hear directly from Charles and ask their most pressing questions about Atombeam’s technology, vision, and growth strategy. This interactive discussion is designed to provide deeper insight into the company and give attendees the chance to engage directly with the leadership behind Atombeam. Whether you're curious about the company’s mission, the problem Atombeam is solving, or what’s ahead, this is your chance to get answers straight from the source. Reserve your spot and come prepared with your questions. This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. For more information about this offering, please view the Offering Circular and Related Risks.

StartEngine just made a move into a new category. Last week, we acquired Vinovest, a platform unlocking fine wine and whisky investing. Because for many investors, diversification doesn’t stop at stocks and startups. It extends to assets that behave differently: Wine. Whisky. Pre-IPO opportunities.¹ So what does this move mean for investors like you? Learn more tomorrow, Friday, April 3, at 11:30am ET / 8:30am PT, when StartEngine Co-Founder & CEO Howard Marks sits down for a conversation with Anthony Zhang, Co-Founder of Vinovest (Acquired by StartEngine). Howard and Anthony will discuss how this deal came together and what type of opportunities it could open up for investors. If you’re curious where alternative assets are heading, we hope to see you there. 👇 Register Below: https://lnkd.in/gBRj5yEd *** This communication is from StartEngine Crowdfunding, Inc. (“StartEngine”). StartEngine provides various offerings via StartEngine Primary LLC (“SE Primary”), a broker-dealer registered with the SEC and FINRA / SIPC. Investments in offerings on StartEngine are speculative, illiquid, and involve a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. 1. The underlying companies held by StartEngine Private Funds LLC, and StartEngine Private LLC (together, “StartEngine Private”) are not participating or involved in the offering. The availability of company information does not indicate that the company has endorsed, supports or otherwise participates with StartEngine Private or any of its affiliates. StartEngine Crowdfunding LLC purchases shares from current and former employees, early investors, and advisors of the companies and sells the shares to StartEngine Private for each offering. When you make an investment in a company on StartEngine Private, you are purchasing an interest in a series of StartEngine Private Funds LLC or StartEngine Private LLC, each a Delaware limited liability company (together the “Series LLCs”), which were created to hold shares of privately held companies. An investor will not directly own or hold shares of the private company but instead will own member interests in a series of the Series LLCs, which either directly or indirectly, will hold shares in the company. There may not be a one-to-one economic parity on the value of the Series LLCs interests and the underlying shares. MAR-14139