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### [Capwave.ai receives NC IDEA MICRO grant](https://capwave.ai/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/6733d4f3cc348046b8d1ce24_h2017-1-376x338.png)

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Capwave.ai receives NC IDEA MICRO grant to advance AI-powered solutions for optimizing startup pitches.