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Apple bans Epic Games from the AppStore, calling it a ‘threat’ to the iOS ecosystem
Nickie Louise Posted On March 7, 2024


In a stunning development, Apple has pulled the plug on Epic Games‘ developer account, intensifying the ongoing feud between the tech behemoth and the creators of Fortnite. This latest move by Apple has been met with sharp criticism from Epic, […]


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OpenAI releases email from Elon Musk about turning the company into a “for-profit” entity amid ongoing lawsuit
Daniel Levi Posted On March 6, 2024


Elon Musk made headlines last week after filing a lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman for “breach of contract” and veering away from their original mission. In a dramatic twist to the legal saga, OpenAI has fired back, revealing a […]


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Fintech startup Lettuce launches accounting solution for solopreneurs, secures $6 million in funding
Nickie Louise Posted On March 6, 2024


The landscape of independent work has seen a remarkable surge since 2020, with a staggering 91% increase in full-time independent workers and a 53% rise in solopreneurs earning over $100,000 annually, as reported by MBO. Despite their significant contribution to […]


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Microsoft AI tool creates violent, explicit images, and ignores copyrights: Microsoft engineer warns
Daniel Levi Posted On March 6, 2024


A recent internal report from Microsoft has once again brought the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) into the spotlight. According to an exclusive scoop by CNBC, a Microsoft engineer raised red flags in December 2023 about Copilot Designer, the […]


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UK AI startup Fluent raises $7.5 million in funding for its AI-powered data analytics platform
Nickie Louise Posted On March 6, 2024


The AI frenzy ignited by the launch of ChatGPT shows no signs of slowing down as investors continue to inject billions into groundbreaking generative AI startups. The newest addition to this trend is UK-based AI startup Fluent, which has just […]


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Google cracks down on expired domains used for SEO manipulation. Could Google kill the expired domain market?
Nickie Louise Posted On March 5, 2024


In a move to combat spam and enhance the overall quality of search results, Google has unveiled a policy shift that shakes up the landscape of the expired domain market. The focal point of this update is a crackdown on […]


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Facebook, Instagram, Messenger suffer global outages; locking millions out of Messenger and Threads
Daniel Levi Posted On March 5, 2024


A massive global outage plunged millions of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Threads users into darkness as they found themselves locked out of their favorite social media platforms. The disruption, which started around 3:00 PM GMT, affected users globally, causing widespread […]


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AI blockchain startup IO Research secures $30M in Series A funding to grow its decentralized GPU platform io.net
Nickie Louise Posted On March 5, 2024


IO Research, a startup at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology, announced today it has closed $30 million in Series A funding round. The round drew support from prominent investors including Hack VC, Solana Labs, and leading […]


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UK digital bank startup Monzo raises $431.26 million in funding at a $5 billion valuation
Nickie Louise Posted On March 5, 2024


British digital banking startup Monzo has just secured a massive 340 million pounds ($431.26 million) in funding, pushing its valuation to a whopping 4 billion pounds ($5.07 billion). This announcement, disclosed by the company on Tuesday, marks a significant milestone […]


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Former Twitter CEO and three other fired executives sue Elon Musk for $128 million in severance pay
Nickie Louise Posted On March 5, 2024


In a dramatic turn of events, four high-profile former Twitter executives, including the ex-CEO Parag Agrawal, have initiated legal proceedings against Elon Musk, the renowned entrepreneur, and SpaceX and Tesla chief. The lawsuit, filed on March 4, 2024, seeks a […]


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OpenAI quietly launches ‘Read Aloud,’ a new ChatGPT feature that lets you listen to AI-generated responses
Daniel Levi Posted On March 4, 2024


Following the stealthy launch of “Feather” last week, OpenAI has quietly rolled out a new ChatGPT feature called ‘Read Aloud‘ has been quietly rolling out to a select group of users on both mobile and desktop versions, with no official […]


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Bitcoin surges above $65,000 in record high as crypto bulls eye $100,000 price target in 2024
Nickie Louise Posted On March 4, 2024


Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, continues its bull run from last week, surging to a session peak of $65,537 early in Europe, and building on its momentum after reaching a new two-year high during Asian trading. The latest surge represents […]


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Google-backed AI startup Anthropic releases Claude 3, its most powerful AI chatbot models yet
Nickie Louise Posted On March 4, 2024


Anthropic on Monday unveiled Claude 3, a new suite of artificial intelligence models the company claimed to be its fastest and most robust to date. The trio of AI tools is named Claude 3 Opus, Sonnet, and Haiku. According to […]


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SoftwareOne abandons sale to Bain Capital as founding shareholders end agreement
Nickie Louise Posted On March 4, 2024


In a surprising turn of events, the founding shareholders of SoftwareOne announced the termination of their agreement with U.S. investor Bain Capital for the acquisition of the Swiss IT services company. Daniel von Stockar, B. Curti Holding AG, and René […]


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20 Best Online Startup Communities for Founders
Nickie Louise Posted On March 1, 2024


As any seasoned entrepreneur knows all too well, the path to building a startup is often a lonely one. Entrepreneurs frequently grapple with feelings of isolation and burnout as they navigate the ups and downs of building a startup. That’s […]


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Elon Musk sues OpenAI and Sam Altman for “breach of contract” and abandonment of original mission
Nickie Louise Posted On March 1, 2024


In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Elon Musk has launched a lawsuit against OpenAI, the organization he helped found, alleging a departure from its original altruistic mission. Musk’s legal action, filed late Thursday, targets not only OpenAI but also its […]


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No More Texting? Yolk.fm raises $1.25M for text-free social app to make messaging fun and engaging
Nickie Louise Posted On February 29, 2024


Ever since Friedhelm Hillebrand invented short message service (SMS) four decades ago, text messages have become essential parts of our everyday lives, with people habitually checking their mobile phones frequently and almost immediately. Globally, about 23 billion text messages are […]


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AI replaces 700 customer service reps at fintech startup Klarna
Nickie Louise Posted On February 29, 2024


In a clear sign of things to come with the rise of AI, Klarna, Europe’s most valuable fintech startup, just released a post highlighting the success of its OpenAI-powered customer service chatbot. According to Klarna, the chatbot managed an impressive […]


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Duolingo jumps on online learning boom and AI push, set to add $1.68 billion to its market value
Nickie Louise Posted On February 29, 2024


Duolingo, fueled by the AI boom started by ChatGPT, is poised for a remarkable resurgence following the disclosure of a data breach compromising the private information of over 2.6 million users last August. In a premarket surge on Thursday, Duolingo’s […]


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Io.net launches its rewards program ahead of April token launch, boosting GPU power supply on Solana Blockchain
Nickie Louise Posted On February 28, 2024


Io.net, the world’s largest GPU decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN), has just unveiled its rewards program named “Ignition” ahead of its highly anticipated token launch in April. The Ignition rewards program, kicking off on March 1 and concluding on April […]


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