Bbc
Jul 20, 23:49
Why Andy Burnham will find it so tricky to unite Britain
Did you get to see the 2024 film Civil War, with its dystopian depiction of a present day USA in the midst of a violent meltdown?
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Why Andy Burnham will find it so tricky to unite Britain. It's a sense of discord that Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, seems to recognise. "Place first, not party first", is how he puts it.
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Did you get to see the 2024 film Civil War, with its dystopian depiction of a present day USA in the midst of a violent meltdown?
Bbc
Jul 20, 18:34
Healey seen as 'safe pair of hands' as he is appointed chancellor
The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor.
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Healey seen as 'safe pair of hands' as he is appointed chancellor. The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor.
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The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor.
Bbc
Jul 17, 05:00
Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?
Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.
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Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?. Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.
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Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.
Bbc
Jul 17, 02:50
China hits out at British Steel nationalisation
China has hit out at the nationalisation of British Steel, saying it "firmly opposes and is strongly dissatisfied with the British government's decision".
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China has hit out at the nationalisation of British Steel, saying it "firmly opposes and is strongly dissatisfied with the British government's decision". The UK took control of British Steel's operations in Scunthorpe last year, though it was still owned by China's Jingye Group, limiting the government's ability to steer its future.
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The UK government said taking the firm into public hands would safeguard "a vital national capability".
Techcrunch
Jul 16, 20:07
Founders Fund hires former OpenAI exec Ryan Beiermeister (and not because of her Mafia skills)
Ryan Beiermeister, who demonstrated cool analysis in the Founders Fund YouTube series "Mafia," has joined the firm as a partner.
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Founders Fund hires former OpenAI exec Ryan Beiermeister (and not because of her Mafia skills) Julie Bort 1:07 PM PDT · July 16, 2026 Ryan Beiermeister has joined Founders Fund as a partner, she announced on Monday. Beiermeister is well-known in Silicon Valley for a number of reasons.
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Ryan Beiermeister, who demonstrated cool analysis in the Founders Fund YouTube series "Mafia," has joined the firm as a partner.
Bbc
Jul 16, 09:45
Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan
The Irish airline Aer Lingus has proposed cutting up to 500 jobs under a new cost-cutting plan. Under the plan, 290 roles in its head office at Dublin Airport, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilot…
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The Irish airline Aer Lingus has proposed cutting up to 500 jobs under a new cost-cutting plan. The airline currently employs about 6,000 people. Dublin to Seattle will be a summer-only operation after 24/10/26 Dublin to Frankfurt will be a summer-only operation after 02/11/26 Dublin to Hamburg will be a summer-only operation after 02/11/26 Dublin to Malta will be a summer-onl…
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The company proposes cutting 290 roles in its head office, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilots.
Bbc
Jul 15, 17:13
Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.
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Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues. Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.
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Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.
Bbc
Jul 15, 10:23
Several flights diverted after plane blocks Gatwick runway
Transport correspondent Published 10 minutes ago A number of flights were diverted from Gatwick airport after a plane temporarily blocked one of its runways.
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Transport correspondent Published 10 minutes ago A number of flights were diverted from Gatwick airport after a plane temporarily blocked one of its runways. The BA plane which temporarily blocked the runway at Gatwick Airport reportedly experienced a landing gear issue. As always, safety and security is our number one priority.
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An Easyjet flight had to land at Stanstead Airport instead, but then became stuck there when it couldn't find fuel.
Bbc
Jul 13, 18:25
Paramount and Warner Bros sued to block $110bn mega merger
A dozen US states have joined together to block the $110bn (£85bn) merger between Warner Bros. and Paramount, claiming the largest media consolidation in Hollywood history would stifle competition an…
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A dozen US states have joined together to block the $110bn (£85bn) merger between Warner Bros. California Attorney General Rob Bonta claimed the merger would end up harming "audiences on every sofa and movie theater seat in the US". Combining Paramount and Warner Bros would end a century of fierce rivalry between two of Hollywood's biggest hitmakers.
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A dozen US states are taking legal action to halt the largest media consolidation in Hollywood history.
Foxbusiness
Jul 13, 05:30
Meta expands Louisiana data center in $50B AI push, boosting rural community
Meta said the $50 billion expansion will make its Richland Parish site one of the largest data centers in history while bringing jobs and new funding to the rural community.
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Warsh faces awkward position with September rate hike: Market expert Investment expert says SK Hynix debut is a ‘sign’ of market sentiment Dems ramp up efforts to hike taxes on the wealthy Charles Payne: Markets have been 'somewhat meandering' Official says gas margins have gotten 'out of control,' significant increase happened since pandemic Steve Moore charts real median inc…
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Meta said the $50 billion expansion will make its Richland Parish site one of the largest data centers in history while bringing jobs and new funding to the rural community.
Techcrunch
Jul 9, 19:26
Charles Hudson shares the common mistakes he’s seen after investing in 500+ startups
In this week’s episode of Build Mode, Isabelle Johannessen talks with Precursor Ventures' Charles Hudson about the headwinds facing early-stage founders today and the most common mistakes founders should avoid in order to get funded.
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Charles Hudson shares the common mistakes he’s seen after investing in 500+ startups Maggie Nye 12:26 PM PDT · July 9, 2026 Charles Hudson has spent more than a decade investing in early-stage startups. “The real risk with these big rounds is you end up being a prisoner of your own company.
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In this week’s episode of Build Mode, Isabelle Johannessen talks with Precursor Ventures' Charles Hudson about the headwinds facing early-stage founders today and the most common mistakes founders should avoid in order to get funded.
Techcrunch
Jul 9, 18:42
Mercor is in talks for a $20B valuation
AI training startup Mercor is reportedly in talks to raise a round at a $20 billion valuation, sources tell Bloomberg .
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AI training startup Mercor is reportedly in talks to raise a round at a $20 billion valuation, sources tell Bloomberg . Last chance to save up to $190 on TechCrunch Founder Summit. Savings end June 26, 11:59 p.m.
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A new $20 billion valuation would be a giant step up from the $10 billion valuation it reached in October.
Bbc
Jul 8, 10:43
Severn Trent avoids fine for wastewater failures
Severn Trent Water breached its wastewater obligations but avoided a fine after taking "genuine accountability" to fix the problems, the industry regulator has said.
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Severn Trent Water breached its wastewater obligations but avoided a fine after taking "genuine accountability" to fix the problems, the industry regulator has said. But the watchdog said despite "serious failings", it had not issued a fine because the firm had started proactively dealing with its own network problems before an enforcement case was opened in July 2024.
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The water firm took "genuine accountability" after breaching wastewater obligations, Ofwat says.
Techcrunch
Jul 7, 15:02
Chemistry Ventures is raising $500M for its second fund
Chemistry Ventures, the VC firm launched by Bessemer, Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz alums, is raising $500M for its second fund.
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Chemistry Ventures, the VC firm launched by Bessemer, Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz alums, is raising $500M for its second fund.
Bbc
Jul 7, 12:14
Budget Energy to increase prices by 9.5% for some customers
Budget Energy NI says the rise is due to the "continued volatility" in wholesale energy markets.
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Budget Energy to increase prices by 9.5% for some customers. Budget Energy NI says the rise is due to the "continued volatility" in wholesale energy markets.
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Budget Energy NI says the rise is due to the "continued volatility" in wholesale energy markets.
Bbc
Jul 7, 07:55
Volunteers racing to save surplus Silverstone food
When there are 564,000 fans packed in to see the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, it can mean a lot of uneaten food goes to waste.
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When there are 564,000 fans packed in to see the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, it can mean a lot of uneaten food goes to waste. Last year they carried out a number of pit stops to collect 32 tonnes of unused food, and this year they were in pole position to do the same again.
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A Towcester community larder is collecting produce from the circuit following the Grand Prix.
Bbc
Jul 6, 02:19
Backlash after China bubble tea firm ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5m
A court in China ruled that Molly Tea had infringed on the luxury brand's four-petal flower design.
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Backlash after China bubble tea firm ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5m. A court in China ruled that Molly Tea had infringed on the luxury brand's four-petal flower design.
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A court in China ruled that Molly Tea had infringed on the luxury brand's four-petal flower design.
Bbc
Jul 3, 09:51
SSE Airtricity bills to increase by over £70 a year
SSE Airtricity said electricity bills will increase by 6.2% seeing the customer's bill rise by about 20p a day- that's £71.57 extra a year.
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SSE Airtricity domestic customers in Northern Ireland will see their bill rise by over £70 a year. The company said the price increase is due to "sustained market volatility" and higher wholesale costs. "We continue to do everything we can for our customers to limit the impact of ongoing volatility in the energy market."
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SSE Airtricity said electricity bills will increase by 6.2% seeing the customer's bill rise by about 20p a day- that's £71.57 extra a year.
Bbc
Jul 1, 23:31
Don't expect trackers to save your stolen car, experts say
Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.
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Don't expect trackers to save your stolen car, experts say. Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.
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Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.
Foxbusiness
Jul 1, 19:55
DOJ says Alibaba failed to stop illegal pharmaceuticals and banned goods from reaching US buyers
Alibaba agrees to pay $600 million after admitting it failed to prevent tens of thousands of illegal pharmaceutical sales into the United States.
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Bending Spoons stirring up the markets after debuting on NASDAQ Reverb of World Cup will help Nike in second half of the year: Business of Fashion correspondent Phil Blancato on where the AI boom stands now House Speaker Mike Johnson calls for anti-fraud measures, lower cost of living in reconciliation bill Chef Robert Irvine on the evolution of the July 4 BBQ Record beef pric…
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Alibaba agrees to pay $600 million after admitting it failed to prevent tens of thousands of illegal pharmaceutical sales into the United States.
News
Jun 30, 11:00
We Need To Save Venture Capital From Bad Data
Venture capital firms are using AI the wrong way, argues Gilion's Henrik Landgren, who says that building better data infrastructure and connecting directly to sources like financial, payment and accounting systems would improve due diligence, help investors identify overlooked startups, and make investment decisions both faster and more accurate.
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Investing, particularly venture capital, is 50% science and 50% art. When an investor meets a promising founder and decides to take a closer look, they are handed a vast collection of data. The hottest new thing at the time was technology that allowed us to move away from Excel spreadsheets and actually make decisions based on more granular data.
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Venture capital firms are using AI the wrong way, argues Gilion's Henrik Landgren, who says that building better data infrastructure and connecting directly to sources like financial, payment and accounting systems would improve due diligence, help investors identify overlooked startups, and make investment decisions both faster and more accurate.
News
Jun 30, 11:00
GV’s Dave Munichiello On Qualcomm’s Modular Purchase, The Firm’s 10x Return And The Shift In AI Software
The artificial intelligence space saw two major developments last week that highlight how technology companies are trying to manage the soaring costs and complexity of AI computing. In an interview with Crunchbase News, Dave Munichiello, a managing partner at GV, discusses the mechanics behind the Qualcomm-Modular deal, the practical realities of managing hardware scarcity, and what the current wave of consolidation means for the future of independent startups.
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The artificial intelligence space saw two major developments last week that highlight how technology companies are trying to manage the soaring costs and complexity of AI computing. In an interview with Crunchbase News, Dave Munichiello, a managing partner at GV, discusses the mechanics behind the Qualcomm-Modular deal, the practical realities of managing hardware scarcity, an…
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The artificial intelligence space saw two major developments last week that highlight how technology companies are trying to manage the soaring costs and complexity of AI computing.
Bbc
Jun 29, 23:03
We had packed lunches every day for 10 years and retired at 40
The Fire (Financially Independent, Retire Early) movement sees followers save as much as possible.
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We had packed lunches every day for 10 years and retired at 40. The Fire (Financially Independent, Retire Early) movement sees followers save as much as possible.
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The Fire (Financially Independent, Retire Early) movement sees followers save as much as possible.
News
Jun 29, 11:00
Crunchbase Data: Q2 Brought The Most Billion-Dollar Startup Exits Since 2021
Startup exits valued at $1 billion or more are now more numerous than at any point since the 2021 market peak, Crunchbase data shows. The trend we’re seeing for the second quarter of 2026 includes both the largest venture-backed exit of all time and a bevy of other comparatively tinier but still sizable startup exits through acquisition or IPO.
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Startup exits valued at $1 billion or more are now more numerous than at any point since the 2021 market peak, Crunchbase data shows. The trend we’re seeing for the second quarter of 2026 includes both the largest venture-backed exit of all time and a bevy of other comparatively tinier but still sizable startup exits through acquisition or IPO.
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Startup exits valued at $1 billion or more are now more numerous than at any point since the 2021 market peak, Crunchbase data shows.
Bbc
Jun 29, 05:05
Rogue builder left our roof leaking and spent £30K we gave him in Lanzarote
Christian Williams benefitted to the tune of £160,000 from offending - but had just £1 to pay back.
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Rogue builder left our roof leaking and spent £30K we gave him in Lanzarote. Christian Williams benefitted to the tune of £160,000 from offending - but had just £1 to pay back.
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Christian Williams benefitted to the tune of £160,000 from offending - but had just £1 to pay back.
Bbc
Jun 25, 06:58
Cheaper theme park tickets and kids' meals as VAT cut comes into force
The government will reduce tax from 20% to 5% on a range of attractions as schools begin to break-up.
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Cheaper theme park tickets and kids' meals as VAT cut comes into force. The government will reduce tax from 20% to 5% on a range of attractions as schools begin to break-up.
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The government will reduce tax from 20% to 5% on a range of attractions as schools begin to break-up.
Bbc
Jun 24, 23:10
The legal fight to get equal pay for Germany's disabled workers
A test case before a German court could have implications for hundreds of thousands of disabled people in the country who currently work for less than the legal minimum wage.
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A test case before a German court could have implications for hundreds of thousands of disabled people in the country who currently work for less than the legal minimum wage. In English these would be called sheltered workshops, and in Germany some 300,000 disabled people work in them.
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A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.
Techcrunch
Jun 23, 22:23
Is there an AI bubble? VCs on valuations and ARR inflation
This episode features a conversation recorded live at StrictlyVC LA in El Segundo between Connie Loizos; Chang Xu, partner at Basis Set Ventures; and Carter Reum, founder of M13. Together, they discuss whether today’s AI boom represents a bubble, how investors are thinking about soaring startup valuations and ARR growth, and what it takes to […]
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This episode features a conversation recorded live at StrictlyVC LA in El Segundo between Connie Loizos; Chang Xu, partner at Basis Set Ventures; and Carter Reum, founder of M13. Together, they discuss whether today’s AI boom represents a bubble, how investors are thinking about soaring startup valuations and ARR growth, and what it takes to […]
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This episode features a conversation recorded live at StrictlyVC LA in El Segundo between Connie Loizos; Chang Xu, partner at Basis Set Ventures; and Carter Reum, founder of M13.
Techcrunch
Jun 23, 19:49
After betting the firm on Anthropic, Menlo Ventures raises victorious $3B fund
The first StrictlyVC of 2026 hits SF on April 30. Tickets are going fast. Register now. Founder Summit ticket savings of up to $190 end June 26. Join 1,000+ founders and VCs for all-day bootcamp.
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Founder Summit ticket savings of up to $190 end June 26. At the time, that round quadrupled the startup’s valuation to $18.4 billion . It was a rising-star AI company, as so many startups founded by OpenAI alum still are today .
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Menlo has created a solid rep for itself as an AI investor, all based on one gutsy $750 million move in 2024.
Foxbusiness
Jun 23, 14:15
Andrew Cuomo warns Congress is running out of time on blockchain regulation, says families could save on fees
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo details his role co-chairing an OKX and NYSE parent company venture aimed at lowering costs for consumers through the blockchain.
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Andrew Cuomo warns Congress is running out of time on blockchain regulation, says families could save on fees. Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo details his role co-chairing an OKX and NYSE parent company venture aimed at lowering costs for consumers through the blockchain.
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Andrew Cuomo details his role co-chairing an OKX and NYSE parent company venture aimed at lowering costs for consumers through the blockchain.
Bbc
Jun 23, 09:21
Ticket reseller StubHub UK customers to get refunds over illegal hidden fees
The Competition and Markets Authority said StubHub must refund 50,000 customers and pay a fine.
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Ticket reseller StubHub UK customers to get refunds over illegal hidden fees. The Competition and Markets Authority said StubHub must refund 50,000 customers and pay a fine.
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The Competition and Markets Authority said StubHub must refund 50,000 customers and pay a fine.
Bbc
Jun 23, 06:35
Ticket reseller StubHub ordered to refund customers over hidden fees
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The Competition and Markets Authority said StubHub must refund 50,000 customers and pay a fine.
News
Jun 18, 11:00
AT&T Ventures’ Head Vikram Taneja On The New Rules of Seed-Stage Defensibility
In an interview with Crunchbase News, Vikram Taneja, head of AT&T Ventures, shares why he believes that while AI has drastically lowered the barrier to building software, it has also shifted the definition of seed-stage technical risk.
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In his role as head of AT&T Ventures , Vikram Taneja leads the corporate venture capital arm of the telecommunications giant, managing the corporation’s portfolio across direct equity investments, warrants and limited-partner fund positions.
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In an interview with Crunchbase News, Vikram Taneja, head of AT&T Ventures, shares why he believes that while AI has drastically lowered the barrier to building software, it has also shifted the definition of seed-stage technical risk.
News
Jun 18, 11:00
The Boardroom Blind Spot: When Success Hides Disruption
Boards should not wait for poor performance before confronting disruptive technologies like AI and quantum computing. Instead, writes guest columnist and strategic adviser Itay Sagie, they should evaluate the cost of inaction, challenge successful business models while they are still thriving, and proactively imagine how a technology-driven competitor could disrupt their company.
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The Boardroom Blind Spot: When Success Hides Disruption. Boards should not wait for poor performance before confronting disruptive technologies like AI and quantum computing. Instead, writes guest columnist and strategic adviser Itay Sagie, they should evaluate the cost of inaction, challenge successful business models while they are still thriving, and proactively imagine how…
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Boards should not wait for poor performance before confronting disruptive technologies like AI and quantum computing.
Bbc
Jun 17, 05:19
Taxi fares set to increase amid rising costs
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The council agrees to increase the maximum charges for Hackney carriage journeys, amid fears demand may fall.
Bbc
Jun 16, 09:53
Do online saving methods really work?
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. This video can not be played Close Can social media savings challenges actually leave you worse off?
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Do online saving methods really work?. Iona Bain looks at viral budgeting trends, from no-spend months to the 1p challenge, and explains how to make them work for your finances without falling behind on bills. To watch this with subtitles go to BBC iPlayer and search for Morning Live from 16/06/2026.
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This video can not be played Close Can social media savings challenges actually leave you worse off?
Foxbusiness
Jun 16, 08:18
Yum Brands sells Pizza Hut for $2.7B, sharpens focus on Taco Bell and KFC
Yum Brands agreed to sell Pizza Hut in a $2.7 billion transaction and approved a new $4 billion buyback authorization while prioritizing KFC and Taco Bell
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Markets are taking Iran tensions 'in stride,' Jason Katz says June CPI, PPI, retail sales data to impact Fed interest rate decisions Warsh faces awkward position with September rate hike: Market expert Investment expert says SK Hynix debut is a ‘sign’ of market sentiment Dems ramp up efforts to hike taxes on the wealthy Charles Payne: Markets have been 'somewhat meandering' Of…
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Yum Brands agreed to sell Pizza Hut in a $2.7 billion transaction and approved a new $4 billion buyback authorization while prioritizing KFC and Taco Bell
Bbc
Jun 12, 08:39
Watch: Three things to know about SpaceX's stock market debut
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The BBC's Samira Hussain explains everything you need to know about SpaceX's historic IPO.
News
Jun 11, 17:41
Before You Cheer The IPO Window, Watch Where The Money Goes
A public SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic would become some of the best-capitalized acquirers on the planet, writes MGV's Marc Schröder, who explains that the bigger impact for startups is likely to be stronger M&A activity, with acquisitions rather than IPOs being the most important exit path for many founders and investors.
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Tomorrow, SpaceX is set to list on the Nasdaq at a fixed $135 a share , selling 555.6 million shares for a $75 billion raise at a $1.77 trillion valuation — the largest public offering in history . IPO market raised in 2025 . Crypto’s own IPO pipeline stalled this year as capital rotated toward AI.
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A public SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic would become some of the best-capitalized acquirers on the planet, writes MGV's Marc Schröder, who explains that the bigger impact for startups is likely to be stronger M&A activity, with acquisitions rather than IPOs being the most important exit path for many founders and investors.
News
Jun 11, 16:45
Base10 Partners Closes 2 Funds Totaling $850M To Invest In Real Economy Automation
With a strong focus on logistics, payroll, construction and other sectors, San Francisco-based Base10 Partners has raised two funds totaling $850 million: a seed and Series A fund 4, and a Series B fund 2 to invest in automation for the real economy.
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If AI could truly understand every pixel and atom in a construction site, that will unlock robotics, Ajao said. The firm invests at seed through Series B. The Series B fund, roughly equal in size, will make three to four investments each year.
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With a strong focus on logistics, payroll, construction and other sectors, San Francisco-based Base10 Partners has raised two funds totaling $850 million: a seed and Series A fund 4, and a Series B fund 2 to invest in automation for the real economy.
Bbc
Jun 10, 23:10
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash. The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
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The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
News
Jun 10, 11:00
Sector Snapshot: Semiconductor Startup Funding Still Running Hot
The semiconductor startup space continues to sizzle. So far in 2026, investors have poured around $10 billion into seed through pre-IPO rounds for companies in Crunchbase’s semiconductor category.
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Sector Snapshot: Semiconductor Startup Funding Still Running Hot. The semiconductor startup space continues to sizzle. So far in 2026, investors have poured around $10 billion into seed through pre-IPO rounds for companies in Crunchbase’s semiconductor category.
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The semiconductor startup space continues to sizzle.
Foxbusiness
Jun 9, 10:09
Are you a new stock market investor in June 2026? Here's Warren Buffett's advice.
The advice from Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and former CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, for new stock market investors is surprisingly simple.
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Greek energy minister announces plan to ‘phase out’ Russian gas, allow US LNG access and domestic hydrocarbon drilling Greek energy minister announces new strategic energy plan: ‘That’s a big deal' Amazon strikes deal with Corning to boost fiber-optic production for data centers Trump eyes government stake in AI companies The market needed to 'take a breath,' investment analys…
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The advice from Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and former CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, for new stock market investors is surprisingly simple.
Bbc
Jun 8, 23:06
Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield?
387 Comments I've come to an industrial space in a tech-heavy area of San Francisco expecting to see a menacing humanoid robot solider doing something combat-like: the future of land-based warfare, p…
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387 Comments I've come to an industrial space in a tech-heavy area of San Francisco expecting to see a menacing humanoid robot solider doing something combat-like: the future of land-based warfare, perhaps.
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Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
Techcrunch
Jun 5, 22:35
Reid Hoffman is leaving Microsoft’s board to go ‘founder mode’ with startup Manas
After a very profitable decade on Microsoft's board, Reid Hoffman is stepping down to focus on his AI drug discovery startup Manus.
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Founder Summit ticket savings of up to $190 end June 26. Hoffman was on Microsoft’s board when it invested its first $1 billion into OpenAI in 2019. He was also on Microsoft’s board when the tech giant entered into one of those non-acquisition, acqui-hire deals for $650 million with his AI startup Inflection AI.
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After a very profitable decade on Microsoft's board, Reid Hoffman is stepping down to focus on his AI drug discovery startup Manus.
Bbc
Jun 5, 02:55
China cracks down on violence and misogyny in viral micro dramas
Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
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China cracks down on violence and misogyny in viral micro dramas. Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
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Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
Bbc
Jun 4, 05:06
'I lost thousands in savings and my partner's money is in limbo'
The number of people withdrawing money from a LISA is outpacing the number using one to buy a home. Why?
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'I lost thousands in savings and my partner's money is in limbo'. The number of people withdrawing money from a LISA is outpacing the number using one to buy a home.
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The number of people withdrawing money from a LISA is outpacing the number using one to buy a home.
Techcrunch
Jun 3, 18:44
Ross Fubini wrote Anduril’s first check. Here’s what he’s looking for in defense tech.
Defense tech is red hot right now. Anduril and Mach Industries just doubled and quadrupled their valuations, respectively, and the U.S. government is proposing a 40% increase in defense budget. A wave of new startups is chasing those government contracts, but according to Ross Fubini, the venture investor who wrote Anduril’s first check, most of them will get lost in the Valley of Death between prototype contract […]
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Defense tech is red hot right now. Anduril and Mach Industries just doubled and quadrupled their valuations, respectively, and the U.S. government is proposing a 40% increase in defense budget.
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Defense tech is red hot right now. Anduril and Mach Industries just doubled and quadrupled their valuations, respectively, and the U.S. government is proposing a 40% increase in defense budget.
Techcrunch
Jun 2, 15:05
How Europe’s AI strategy diverges from Silicon Valley’s
The global AI race is often framed as a battle between the United States and China. But at VivaTech, Europe is expected to make the case for an entirely different model.
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How Europe’s AI strategy diverges from Silicon Valley’s. The global AI race is often framed as a battle between the United States and China. But at VivaTech, Europe is expected to make the case for an entirely different model.
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The global AI race is often framed as a battle between the United States and China.
Techcrunch
Jun 2, 15:05
Why VivaTech 2026 is the place to see Europe’s AI strategy take shape
The global AI race is often framed as a battle between the United States and China. But at VivaTech, Europe is expected to make the case for an entirely different model.
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Why VivaTech 2026 is the place to see Europe’s AI strategy take shape. The global AI race is often framed as a battle between the United States and China. But at VivaTech, Europe is expected to make the case for an entirely different model.
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The global AI race is often framed as a battle between the United States and China.
Bbc
May 30, 21:30
Ex-M&S chief to help government tackle youth unemployment
Marc Bolland will advise on getting young people into work after a review warned of a "lost generation".
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Ex-M&S chief to help government tackle youth unemployment. Marc Bolland will advise on getting young people into work after a review warned of a "lost generation".
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Marc Bolland will advise on getting young people into work after a review warned of a "lost generation".
Bbc
May 30, 01:26
Tickets for festivals are getting more expensive - we compared them
Reading and Leeds, Glastonbury, Parklife and Download have surged in price.
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Tickets for festivals are getting more expensive - we compared them. Reading and Leeds, Glastonbury, Parklife and Download have surged in price.
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Reading and Leeds, Glastonbury, Parklife and Download have surged in price.
News
May 29, 19:15
The Week’s 10 Biggest Funding Rounds: Anthropic Dominates In An Otherwise Slower Week For Megarounds
Venture funding has always been a world of haves and have nots. And these days, the haves are having more than ever. Case in point this week was generative AI giant Anthropic's $65 billion Series H funding, followed by a billion-dollar funding for an AI software developer.
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The Week’s 10 Biggest Funding Rounds: Anthropic Dominates In An Otherwise Slower Week For Megarounds. And these days, the haves are having more than ever. Case in point this week was generative AI giant Anthropic's $65 billion Series H funding, followed by a billion-dollar funding for an AI software developer.
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Case in point this week was generative AI giant Anthropic's $65 billion Series H funding, followed by a billion-dollar funding for an AI software developer.
Techcrunch
May 29, 17:27
After Nvidia’s $20B not-aqui-hire, AI chip startup Groq reportedly raising $650M
Chipmaker Groq is looking to raise $650 million in internal funding as it pivots from hardware to focus more on AI inference, the process of refining the way AI models respond to prompted requests, per Axios.
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Chipmaker Groq is looking to raise $650 million in internal funding as it pivots from hardware to focus more on AI inference, the process of refining the way AI models respond to prompted requests, per Axios.
Techcrunch
May 28, 14:00
2 days left: Lock in ticket savings of up to $410 to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Savings of up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets end tomorrow, May 29, 11:59 p.m. PT. Register now to save and join 10,000+ tech leaders on October 13-15 in San Francisco.
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2 days left: Lock in ticket savings of up to $410 to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Savings of up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets end tomorrow, May 29, 11:59 p.m. Register now to save and join 10,000+ tech leaders on October 13-15 in San Francisco.
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Savings of up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets end tomorrow, May 29, 11:59 p.m.
Techcrunch
May 27, 21:11
Triomics nabs $22M to bring oncology-specific AI to cancer centers
The Series B round was led by Battery Ventures.
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Triomics nabs $22M to bring oncology-specific AI to cancer centers. The Series B round was led by Battery Ventures.
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The Series B round was led by Battery Ventures.
Techcrunch
May 27, 14:15
Startup Battlefield 200 applications close today: Nominate a founder or submit your startup
Today is the final day to apply or nominate a startup for Startup Battlefield 200. Once the clock strikes 11:59 p.m. PT, the window closes on your chance to compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, gain global visibility, connect directly with investors, and launch on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage.
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Startup Battlefield 200 applications close today: Nominate a founder or submit your startup. Once the clock strikes 11:59 p.m. PT, the window closes on your chance to compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, gain global visibility, connect directly with investors, and launch on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage.
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Once the clock strikes 11:59 p.m.
Techcrunch
May 27, 14:00
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird ticket savings end in 3 days
There are only 3 days left to save up to $410 on your ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Early Bird pricing ends May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT, and once the deadline passes, ticket prices increase. If you plan to attend one of the most influential gatherings in tech this year, now is the time to lock in your pass before rates go up again.
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird ticket savings end in 3 days. There are only 3 days left to save up to $410 on your ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Early Bird pricing ends May 29 at 11:59 p.m.
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There are only 3 days left to save up to $410 on your ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.
Techcrunch
May 27, 13:04
ClickHouse triples annualized revenue to $250M, charting a path toward an IPO
The database provider is eyeing a public debut within the next few years.
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ClickHouse triples annualized revenue to $250M, charting a path toward an IPO. The database provider is eyeing a public debut within the next few years.
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The database provider is eyeing a public debut within the next few years.
Techcrunch
May 27, 12:30
Tech CEOs are apparently suffering from AI psychosis
"CEOs are uniquely prone to AI psychosis," Box CEO Aaron Levie opines. Maybe that explains the almost religious belief in AI productivity gains.
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Tech CEOs are apparently suffering from AI psychosis. "CEOs are uniquely prone to AI psychosis," Box CEO Aaron Levie opines. Maybe that explains the almost religious belief in AI productivity gains.
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"CEOs are uniquely prone to AI psychosis," Box CEO Aaron Levie opines.
Techcrunch
May 26, 14:00
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird ticket rates end May 29
Save up to $410 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass before prices increase on May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register here to join the tech epicenter in San Francisco.
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird ticket rates end May 29. Save up to $410 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass before prices increase on May 29 at 11:59 p.m. Register here to join the tech epicenter in San Francisco.
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Save up to $410 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass before prices increase on May 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Techcrunch
May 26, 12:00
Amazon fulfillment competitor Stord raises $250M at $3B valuation
Stord offers a network of physical warehouses and inventory management software for e-commerce. It bills itself as a sort of anti-Amazon, giving brands "the speed to compete" while still owning their customer relationships.
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Amazon fulfillment competitor Stord raises $250M at $3B valuation. Stord offers a network of physical warehouses and inventory management software for e-commerce. It bills itself as a sort of anti-Amazon, giving brands "the speed to compete" while still owning their customer relationships.
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Stord offers a network of physical warehouses and inventory management software for e-commerce.
Techcrunch
May 25, 15:00
The pitch trick that helped an esports startup raise $20M when VCs only wanted AI
Earlier this year, Lucra Sports founder and CEO Dylan Robbins did something that no one else has ever done. And he shared several secrets on how he did it.
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The pitch trick that helped an esports startup raise $20M when VCs only wanted AI. Earlier this year, Lucra Sports founder and CEO Dylan Robbins did something that no one else has ever done. And he shared several secrets on how he did it.
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Earlier this year, Lucra Sports founder and CEO Dylan Robbins did something that no one else has ever done.
Techcrunch
May 25, 14:00
5 days left: Save up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 passes before prices increase
Early Bird savings for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco end May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register now to save up to $410 before prices increase.
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5 days left: Save up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 passes before prices increase. Early Bird savings for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco end May 29 at 11:59 p.m. Register now to save up to $410 before prices increase.
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Early Bird savings for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco end May 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Techcrunch
May 23, 07:01
Peec, one of Berlin’s rising startups, more than doubled annualized revenue in months to $10M, sources say
Peec, which helps brands track their presence in AI searches, offers proof of a key trend among European startups.
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Peec, one of Berlin’s rising startups, more than doubled annualized revenue in months to $10M, sources say. Peec, which helps brands track their presence in AI searches, offers proof of a key trend among European startups.
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Peec, which helps brands track their presence in AI searches, offers proof of a key trend among European startups.
Techcrunch
May 22, 20:40
How VCs and founders use inflated ‘ARR’ to crown AI startups
Some AI startups are stretching traditional revenue metrics when talking about progress publicly. And their investors are fully aware.
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How VCs and founders use inflated ‘ARR’ to crown AI startups . Some AI startups are stretching traditional revenue metrics when talking about progress publicly. And their investors are fully aware.
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Some AI startups are stretching traditional revenue metrics when talking about progress publicly.
Techcrunch
May 21, 17:41
Convective Capital raises an $85 million fund to build disaster resilience
After launching to invest in fire tech, Convective is broadening its mandate to disaster resilience.
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After launching to invest in fire tech, Convective is broadening its mandate to disaster resilience.
Techcrunch
May 21, 16:00
This young startup is taking on a fragrance industry that hasn’t changed in almost half a century
Fragrance tech company Patina announced Thursday a $2 million raise from investors, including Betaworks and True Ventures.
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This young startup is taking on a fragrance industry that hasn’t changed in almost half a century. Fragrance tech company Patina announced Thursday a $2 million raise from investors, including Betaworks and True Ventures.
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Fragrance tech company Patina announced Thursday a $2 million raise from investors, including Betaworks and True Ventures.
Techcrunch
May 21, 11:00
Beauty booking startup Fresha hits $1B valuation with KKR backing
Beauty and wellness booking marketplace Fresha says it has raised $80 million investment from KKR’s Next Generation Technology Growth fund, KKR's growth equity arm.
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Beauty and wellness booking marketplace Fresha says it has raised $80 million investment from KKR’s Next Generation Technology Growth fund, KKR's growth equity arm.
Techcrunch
May 21, 04:00
Imperagen raises £5 million to use quantum physics, AI on enzyme engineering
Biotech company Imperagen announced on Thursday a £5 million ($6.7 million) seed round led by PXN Ventures, with participation from IQ Capital and Northern Gritstone.
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Biotech company Imperagen announced on Thursday a £5 million ($6.7 million) seed round led by PXN Ventures, with participation from IQ Capital and Northern Gritstone.
Techcrunch
May 20, 21:23
Sam Altman makes ‘mic drop’ offer to every Y Combinator startup
Altman offered to have OpenAI invest in every single startup in this Y Combinator class: tokens for equity.
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Altman offered to have OpenAI invest in every single startup in this Y Combinator class: tokens for equity.