---
title: ToolRouter — Agent Use Case Guide
description: Step-by-step guide for completing a task with a specific AI agent using ToolRouter.
url: https://toolrouter.com/tools/tech-news/use-cases/track-startup-funding/copilot
---
# How to Track Startup Funding with Copilot

Copilot surfaces funding news relevant to developer tools and the technologies you use daily. Track which startups in your ecosystem are growing, watch for acquisitions that might affect tools you depend on, and stay informed about the companies building the next generation of developer infrastructure.

## Setup

{"mcpServers":{"toolrouter":{"command":"npx","args":["-y","toolrouter-mcp"]}}}

## Steps

1. Add ToolRouter to Copilot MCP config
2. In Copilot Chat: "Find recent startup funding stories in tech news"
3. Copilot returns funding-related stories
4. Review which companies are raising
5. Get details on interesting announcements

## Example Prompt

```
What dev tools startups have announced funding recently? Check tech news.
```

## Tips

- Track funding in your specific technology area
- Developer tools funding often signals new tools you might want to try
- Watch for acquisitions that might affect tools you depend on
