Finance

Fitness & Wellness Brands Go All-In on HSA/FSA Spending

Fitbod, iFIT, Johnson Fitness & Wellness and Wellhub are making it easier to use HSA and FSA funds on fitness products and subscriptions.

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WellTheory Secures $14M for AI-Powered Autoimmune Care

WellTheory has raised $14 million in Series A funding, reaching $26.2 million in total capital for its personalized autoimmune care platform.

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Oura’s $11B Valuation Signals Investor Confidence in Preventive Health

Oura has raised $900 million at an $11 billion valuation as smart rings surge and the U.S. government pushes wearables for preventive health.

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Strava CEO Confirms IPO Intentions Amid Social Fitness Boom

Strava CEO Michael Martin revealed that the social fitness platform intends to go public, with a listing that could come as soon as 2026.

Kevin Hart’s VC Firm Leads $35M Round for AI Weight Loss App

The AI-powered Simple Life app ditches calorie counting in favor of data-driven coaching, gamification and habit science.

Asterix founder and CEO Dan Even

Asterix Closes $4.2M Seed Round for Plant-Based Protein Innovation

The Tel Aviv-based foodtech startup uses a streamlined and cost-effective process for precision fermentation, which could make plant-based protein production […]

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Celeb-Loved Third Space Lands £75M for London Growth

OakNorth has extended a £75 million ($101 million) loan to gym operator Third Space to fund expansion across London.

Amy Schumer-Backed Midi Health Raises $50M for Women’s Midlife Care

Midi Health raised $50 million in Series C funding led by Advance Venture Partners to scale its virtual platform for women’s midlife health.

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Bay Club Expands LA Footprint With Griffin Club Acquisition

The Bay Club has acquired Griffin Club Los Angeles, adding a $30M rebuilt landmark to its portfolio of 30+ locations and 150,000+ members.

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Grand Fitness Partners Reaches 90 Planet Fitness Clubs Following California Deal

Grand Fitness Partners has acquired 10 new Planet Fitness locations across California, expanding its reach to 90 clubs nationwide.