Databricks acquires Seattle startup Row Zero, whose high-performance spreadsheets process massive enterprise datasets. Databricks plans to integrate the software into its platform and Genie AI assistant, giving non-technical teams a grid interface for analyzing data. CEO Breck Fresen says Row Zero’s standalone product remains available to existing users while the team focuses on embedding its technology across Databricks.
Sep 2026 · GeekWireNews article
Heard Technologies grabs another $15M to develop therapist accounting tools
Heard Technologies raises $15 million in an extension of its Series A to build accounting and financial tools for therapists. Headline leads the round, with participation from GGV Capital and follow-on investment from existing investors; the funding brings Heard’s total raised to $26.3 million. The company plans to invest in automation and expand into practice formation, banking, and retirement services.