New Economy Review

Mina Kim

Staff Writer, Technology & Venture

Mina Kim covers the venture and technology sectors for the New Economy Review. She specializes in deep-dive, investigative reporting on startups, venture capital trends, and the real-world impact of emerging technologies like generative AI and quantum computing. Before joining NER, she was a senior reporter at The Verge and a regular contributor to Wired. Mina has a knack for demystifying complex technical subjects and holding the industry's most powerful players to account. Her work is data-driven, meticulously researched, and always focused on the 'why' behind the headline.

Expertise

Venture CapitalEmerging Technologies (AI, Quantum)Startup EcosystemsInvestigative Tech Journalism

Coverage Areas

Tech Innovations
Venture & Growth
Startup Playbook

Latest Articles

A phoenix rising from digital ashes, representing the end of the SaaSpocalypse and the rebound of private equity IPOs in the software sector.
Venture & Growth

Orlando Bravo sees private equity IPOs rebound as SaaSpocalypse ends

Orlando Bravo, whose firm Thoma Bravo manages $180 billion, has declared the 'SaaSpocalypse' officially finished, according to Bloomberg .

Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

Elon Musk silhouetted against a holographic projection of SpaceX's Terafab chip architecture in a futuristic server room.
Tech Innovations

Elon Musk Joins ASML CEO for Tech Talk on Terafab

Elon Musk is set to present SpaceX's Terafab chip project, estimated to cost $25 billion and aiming for 100 to 200 billion custom AI chips annually, directly to ASML employees in a closed-door virtual

Jun 7, 2026 · 2 min read

Australian flag planted on a US skyscraper, symbolizing successful startup expansion into the American market.
Startup Playbook

Australian Startups: Scaling Success in the US Market

Over the past decade, at least 100 Australian startups have not just entered but built sustainable businesses in the US market, reports the United States Studies Centre .

Jun 5, 2026 · 5 min read

A viewer overwhelmed by content choices, with AI analyzing their mood to suggest the perfect show on a futuristic interface.
Tech Innovations

Netflix AI helps viewers manage content overload

At Netflix, generative AI and natural language processing are now being deployed to discern a viewer's exact mood, aiming to eliminate content overload and instantly suggest the perfect show.

Jun 4, 2026 · 3 min read

Advanced AI robots on an industrial assembly line, with SoftBank's logo subtly visible, representing a significant investment in robotics.
Venture & Growth

SoftBank in early talks for $800M Agile Robots funding

Just months after leading a $220 million round, SoftBank is reportedly in early talks to anchor an $800 million new funding round for Agile Robots, a German industrial AI robotics startup.

Jun 2, 2026 · 2 min read

Futuristic cityscape with AI interfaces and a prominent Micron data center structure, representing its trillion-dollar valuation in AI memory.
Tech Innovations

Micron Hits Trillion-Dollar Cap, Joins Samsung, SK Hynix in AI Memory

Micron Technology officially crossed the $1 trillion market capitalization milestone for the first time on May 26, 2026, signaling a dramatic revaluation of established tech giants in the AI era.

May 31, 2026 · 2 min read

Nigerian small business owner using a Moniepoint POS terminal in a busy market, with the city skyline symbolizing future growth.
Startup Playbook

Moniepoint to reach $1B valuation, unicorn status in 2026

Moniepoint charges a flat ₦20 for transfers, significantly less than Opay's ₦50 for transactions of ₦10,000 or more, a key differentiator in Nigeria's competitive fintech sector.

May 31, 2026 · 3 min read

Diverse group of African entrepreneurs collaborating in a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing innovation and growth in the continent's startup ecosystem.
Venture & Growth

Bloomberg Names 25 Top African Startups to Watch in 2026

African payments company NALA has secured up to US$50 million in credit financing, indicating robust investor confidence in the continent's tech scene.

May 30, 2026 · 3 min read

Futuristic manufacturing floor with AI-guided robots and holographic interfaces, showcasing a partnership between Mistral AI, Airbus, and BMW.
Venture & Growth

Mistral AI partners with Airbus and BMW for manufacturing solutions

In a surprising move, Mistral AI, known for its general AI models, has struck deals with industrial giants Airbus SE and BMW AG to bring its technology directly into advanced manufacturing, according

May 28, 2026 · 2 min read

Diverse individuals investing in SoftBank's new 35-year bond offering, symbolizing financial opportunity and innovation in the retail market.
Startup Playbook

SoftBank Embraces Retail Market Investment Strategy

SoftBank, the audacious tech investor, is now offering individual investors a 35-year bond with an initial interest rate up to 5.

May 25, 2026 · 2 min read

Oaktree Capital Management logo overlooking a complex, fragmented financial market with scattered investment opportunities.
Venture & Growth

Oaktree seeks credit investment opportunities in dispersed markets

A growing divide in credit markets leaves weaker companies desperate for capital, even as Oaktree Capital Management's global credit co-portfolio manager, Danielle Poli, advises caution.

May 21, 2026 · 3 min read

A central Nvidia GPU powering a network of AI startups, symbolizing innovation and the future of artificial intelligence and compute power.
Venture & Growth

Startups Leverage Nvidia Infrastructure for AI Compute Power

AI startup Decart, recently valued at nearly $4 billion, secured Nvidia as a new investor, according to The Wall Street Journal .

May 21, 2026 · 2 min read