In a week marked by contrasts, startups displayed both confidence and insecurity as Figma filed for an IPO amidst market turmoil. U.K. founders expressed frustration over funding disparities compared to Silicon Valley. Meanwhile, several startups, including the AI reading app Smashing, faced tough closures. On the positive side, Marshmallow raised $90 million, and Chapter secured $75 million in funding. The latest news also highlighted Peter Thiel's Founders Fund closing a $4.6 billion growth fund, hinting at a potential shift from bearish to bullish market conditions.