Rippling, an HR tech startup, has publicly shared details of a corporate espionage case involving a former employee accused of spying for competitor Deel. This dramatic revelation has captivated the startup community, leading many to draw parallels to a movie script. Meanwhile, EV manufacturer Harbinger has raised concerns over Canoo's bankruptcy proceedings, alleging asset concealment. In funding news, Isomorphic Labs secured $600 million for AI drug discovery while Plaid raised $575 million, signaling ongoing investment interest in tech startups.