Chicago-based machine learning company Aker Technologies Inc. has secured $2.6 million in funding. Read on for the latest investment news in the local area.

Chicago-based mobile apps company SpotHero has secured $50 million in Series D funding. Read on for the latest investment news in the local area.

Chicago-based personal finance company dough has secured $20 million in a corporate round. Read on for the latest news in venture capital in the local area.

Chicago-based retail company ampCNG (AMP Americas) has secured $75 million in private equity funding. Read on for the latest news in venture capital in the local area.

Chicago-based recruiting company Built In has secured $22 million in Series C funding. Read on for the latest news in venture capital in the local area.

Chicago-based mobile apps company Mobile Doorman has secured $6.5 million in Series A funding. Read on for the latest investment news in the local area.

Chicago-based security company NowSecure has secured $15 million in Series B funding. Read on for the latest news in venture capital in the local area.

Chicago-based biotechnology company Tempus has secured $200 million in Series F funding. Read on for the latest investment news in the local area.

Chicago-based legal company University of Chicago has secured $75 million in grant funding. Read on for the latest news in venture capital in the local area.

Chicago-based insurance company Snapsheet has secured $28 million in Series E funding. Read on for the latest investment news in the local area.

A new vape shop has opened its doors in the neighborhood. Read on for more details about the business and what they're offering.

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