Summary: Crunchbase adds AI-driven IPO and M&A predictions

Why It Matters: The platform is shifting from a static database to a predictive tool. It now tells users which companies are likely to go public or be acquired, rather than just reporting past funding.

What Changed:

• Added "IPO Prediction" labels to many company profiles, including Perplexity, Polymarket, and Kraken.
• Added "Acquisition Prediction" labels for startups like Parloa, Vectara, and Luma AI.
• Removed the "Make better decisions, faster" hero headline and replaced it with a feed of live partnership and growth insights.
• Updated the "Trending Insights" section to prioritize predictive intelligence over general news.