Founders and investors in the Minneapolis tech industry told TechCrunch they've put much of their work on hold to help out their community.

All startups accepted into YC will soon have the option to receive their seed checks via stablecoins.

"Breakthrough’s purpose is to fill in the funding and opportunity gap that exists in many of these ecosystems because students have historically lacked access to capital and the networks required to launch their entrepreneurial pursuits," co-founder Roman Scott said.

Ampadu's departure perhaps signals the end of the TxO chapter. The fund and program focused on supporting underserved founders by providing access to tech networks and investment capital through a donor-advised fund.