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Blocktrade and SKAI2 Launch ‘Pay with Blocktrade’ for Instant Crypto Payments

Daniel Levi Posted On January 24, 2024

Asset marketplace and trading platform Blocktrade has just launched ‘Pay with Blocktrade,’ an instant crypto payment tool, making crypto payments widely accessible. In collaboration with technology provider SKAI2, Blocktrade enables retailers to accept payments in various cryptocurrencies, instantly converting them […]

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Crypto Fair Launch: ZKFair to Usher New Era of Fair Token Launches and Tackles Challenges in the ZK Ecosystem

Daniel Levi Posted On January 23, 2024

In the seemingly egalitarian world of cryptocurrency, the distribution of new tokens often leans towards favoring private investors, token founders, and those with privileged information about upcoming crypto investments. This disparity is evident in popular coin distributions, where large portions […]

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Crypto adoption surges as global cryptocurrency user base surpassed half a billion in 2023, a 34% increase from prior year

Daniel Levi Posted On January 23, 2024

Despite the volatile market of the past year, the cryptocurrency world experienced an unprecedented surge in 2023, witnessing a 34% increase in the global user base. According to a market sizing report from Crypto.com, more than half a billion people […]

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France’s FDJ offers to buy Swedish online gaming firm Kindred in $2.8 billion takeover bid

Daniel Levi Posted On January 22, 2024

French gaming company La Francaise des Jeux SA (FDJ) launched a takeover bid on Monday to buy the Swedish online gaming company Kindred Group. The deal is set to create a major player in the gambling industry, positioning FTD as […]

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Tech startup CEO died after falling 20 feet to the stage at a company event

Daniel Levi Posted On January 22, 2024

Sanjay Shah, the founder and CEO of Vistex, a software startup based in Illinois, tragically passed away last week after an incident during a company event, as reported by multiple sources. The distressing incident was captured on video and shared […]

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Bosch to cut 1,200 software jobs by 2026 amid rising costs and slowdown in automated driving sector

Daniel Levi Posted On January 18, 2024

The world’s largest automotive supplier Bosch is planning to cut around 1,200 jobs in the software division by the end of 2026, 950 of them in Germany, the company confirmed in a statement with Italian Handelsblatt Daily on Thursday. The […]

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Fintech startup Kashable scores $25.6M in funding to boost employee financial wellness

Daniel Levi Posted On January 18, 2024

Financial well-being is becoming a major concern for businesses, as financially stressed employees are more likely to be stressed, unproductive, and absent from work. Recognizing this issue, one fintech startup has made its mission to equip employees with tools and […]

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Apple overtakes Samsung to become world’s top smartphone seller

Daniel Levi Posted On January 17, 2024

After 12 years of reign, Apple has toppled Samsung to become the world’s top smartphone seller. Apple dethroned Samsung Electronics as the leading global smartphone seller, securing a 20% market share, according to a report by the International Data Corp […]

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The unexpected lessons of selling a startup: Modelbit founder shares lessons on why relationships matter more than money

Daniel Levi Posted On January 15, 2024

Harry Glaser is the CEO and co-founder of Modelbit, a San Francisco-based startup dedicated to simplifying the deployment and management of models in production for data scientists. Co-founded with his friend and CTO Tom O’Neill in 2021, Modelbit empowers data […]

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Tech companies lay off over 7,500 employees in the first 2 weeks of 2024

Daniel Levi Posted On January 15, 2024

In just the first two weeks of 2024, tech companies have already laid off over 7,500 employees. According to the layoff tracking website Layoffs.fyi, 48 tech companies laid off a total of 7528 employees. Despite tech stocks experiencing a notable rebound […]

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17 Most In-Demand Jobs for the Future

Daniel Levi Posted On January 15, 2024

The world of work is undergoing a transformation, driven by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI. These changes, coupled with the growing emphasis on a greener future, are reshaping employment across various sectors. While some roles diminish, […]

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InVision, a tech startup once valued at $2 billion, shuts down after burning through $356.2M of investors’ cash

Daniel Levi Posted On January 11, 2024

InVision, a New York-based design software unicorn startup, has officially closed its platform. The company made the announcement about its shutdown at the end of last year. Before facing closure, InVision had raised a total of $350 million in funding […]

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Top 19 Best Tools to Grow Your Business in 2004

Daniel Levi Posted On January 11, 2024

We’re in an era where technology is evolving rapidly. One noteworthy development is the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT. With these tools becoming increasingly mainstream, businesses and organizations are actively seeking ways to reduce costs […]

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Meetup acquired by Milan-based startup Bending Spoons

Daniel Levi Posted On January 11, 2024

Meetup, the popular NYC-based social event platform that connects people through local groups and activities, has officially been acquired by Milan, Spain-based mobile app developer Bending Spoons. The details of the deal are under wraps, but Bending Spoons announced the […]

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SEC Approves 11 Spot Bitcoin ETFs, Will Begin Trading Tomorrow

Daniel Levi Posted On January 10, 2024

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has finally approved 11 spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), including those from Grayscale, Bitwise, and Hashdex, Reuters reported, citing a statement from the agency The approval marks a significant development for Bitcoin, providing […]

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Ripple to buy back $285M shares from early investors and employees, valuing the crypto startup at $11 billion

Daniel Levi Posted On January 10, 2024

Ripple Labs, a crypto startup best known for its XRP coins, is buying back $285 million worth of company shares from early investors and employees, according to information from two reliable sources cited by Reuters. The deal, referred to as […]

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Top 10 Emerging Tech Trends at CES 2024

Daniel Levi Posted On January 9, 2024

Tech giants from around the globe have once again gathered in Las Vegas to showcase their latest and most remarkable gadgets at CES 2024. This event has become a hub for a wide range of technological innovations, making it the […]

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Elon Musk’s X to launch peer-to-peer (P2P) payments this year

Daniel Levi Posted On January 9, 2024

Get ready to ditch Venmo. Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) is set to revolutionize social media with the launch of peer-to-peer (P2P) payments this year. The proposed launch is part of Musk’s push to make X an “everything app” like […]

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First US moon landing attempt in more than 50 years in jeopardy after ‘critical loss’ of fuel

Daniel Levi Posted On January 8, 2024

A U.S. lunar lander that launched from Florida on Monday in hopes of becoming the first American craft to touch down on the moon in more than 50 years faced a setback due to a “critical loss of propellant” a […]

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Twilio founder and CEO Lawson steps down after pressure from activist investors

Daniel Levi Posted On January 8, 2024

Twilio co-founder Jeffrey Lawson has stepped down from his positions as chairman and CEO of the cloud communications company amid ongoing clashes with activist investors. Khozema Shipchandler, a seasoned Twilio executive, will take over the roles, effective from Monday, and […]

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