Roper Technologies has agreed to acquire Transact Campus for $1.5 billion to enhance its services for higher education institutions and healthcare facilities, the company announced on Thursday. After the acquisition, Transact, known for its campus technology and payment solutions, will […]
Klarna, the fintech startup known for its buy now, pay later (BNPL) loans, is expanding its services with the launch of a personal account offering deposits and cashback rewards in the U.S. and Europe. This move comes as Klarna prepares […]
In recent months, the U.S. economy has been dealing with considerable uncertainty, characterized by changing inflation rates, supply chain issues, and shifting consumer habits. Now, Truflation has just come out with its comprehensive, US Inflation Report Update for July 2024. […]
With cryptocurrency use hitting new heights, Pantera-backed crypto exchange VALR has announced a significant boost to its European operations, adding a fresh option for Euro-denominated transactions. The Johannesburg-based VALR revealed this Wednesday that it is now listing EURO Coin (EURC), […]
ClassPass, the subscription-based fitness platform acquired by Mindbody in 2021, is setting its sights on an IPO within the next 12-18 months, with Goldman Sachs tapped as its lead banker, Reuters reported, citing the company CEO. Mindbody, based in California, […]
Loneliness has become a critical issue, affecting people across various age groups and regions. For older adults, loneliness is linked to a 50% higher risk of dementia and a 30% increased risk of stroke. To address this, Solana-based AI companion […]
Sahara AI, a decentralized AI startup co-founded by a University of Southern California associate professor, announced on Wednesday that it has secured $43 million in a Series A funding round to tackle complex copyright and privacy challenges in the AI industry. […]
Huawei is on the verge of launching a new AI chip designed to challenge Nvidia’s dominance in China, the Wall Street Journal on Tuesday, citing sources. The new AI chip, named Ascend 910C, is currently undergoing tests with major tech […]
Google on Tuesday unveiled new AI features for Android devices, alongside its latest Pixel 9 smartphones. The company is intensifying its efforts to integrate artificial intelligence into its hardware, aiming to get ahead of competitors like Apple. The introduction of […]
Seattle-based ITpipes, a software startup that helps cities manage the maintenance of underground assets like sewer and storm systems, has secured $20 million in funding from Trilogy Search Partners of Seattle and Dallas-based Miramar Equity Partners. ITpipes provides software that […]
Bluesky, the struggling social media app hailed as a “Twitter killer,” said it has seen a notable rise in signups across the UK following Elon Musk’s recent controversial comments regarding the riots in the country. The platform reported a 60% […]
Earlier this year, Google introduced an “AI Overview.” also known as SGE (Search Generative Experience). This rollout included additions like SGE while browsing, definition overlays in responses, and color-coded syntax highlighting for coding-related queries. Unfortunately, Google doesn’t offer a direct option […]
Balderton Capital, a major European venture capital firm, today unveiled $1.3 billion in two separate early-stage and growth funds to support European founders through the various stages of their startups. In an announcement on Monday, the London-based Balderton revealed it […]
Cisco is laying off thousands of jobs in a second round of job cuts this year as the U.S. networking equipment giant shifts its focus to faster-growing sectors like cybersecurity and AI, Reuters reported over the weekend. Sources familiar with […]
Space and Time (SxT) appoints Rika Khurdayan. She will serve as Chief Legal Officer (CLO) at the company. Khurdayan’s roles will include leading the legal team and solving the complex legal and regulatory challenges SxT faces. Microsoft M12-backed blockchain and […]
In January, chip design software company Synopsys acquired Ansys in a $35 billion cash-and-stock deal. The move was seen as a major shift in the engineering software industry. However, the deal is now under scrutiny by UK regulators. According to […]
Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki died on Friday at age 56 after a two-year battle with lung cancer, her family announced. Susan Wojcicki, who was one of Google’s earliest employees, served as CEO of YouTube for nine years before stepping […]
OLA Electric went public on Friday, with shares surging 20% during their debut, valuing the SoftBank-backed Indian electric vehicle startup at around $4.8 billion. The company set its IPO price at 76 rupees (91 cents) per share, raising over $730 […]
Tech YouTube channels have become go-to hubs for both tech enthusiasts and companies to share information. Since YouTube’s debut in 2005, these channels have grown into a critical part of the tech landscape, allowing creators to showcase their knowledge, insights, […]
Moonveil, a blockchain gaming studio and Layer 2 gaming ecosystem, today announced it has completed its Pre-Series A funding round, bringing its total funding to $9 million. Leading the round was Spartan Group, with additional backing from Gumi Cryptos Capital, […]