JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has reignited his criticism of Bitcoin, calling it “a Ponzi scheme” that “has no intrinsic value.” In an interview with 60 Minutes, Dimon reiterated his skepticism, saying, “Bitcoin has no intrinsic value. It’s used heavily […]

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Hospitals and health systems in the U.S. collectively spend close to $20 billion annually trying to overturn denied insurance claims, according to a March report from Premier, a group purchasing organization. The report also highlights that nearly 15% of medical […]

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It’s been four years since we last covered OnPay, the Atlanta-based tech startup that offers payroll, HR, and benefits solutions to small and medium-sized businesses across the United States. Since then, the company has more than doubled its client base, […]

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Clearwater Analytics is set to acquire Enfusion in a $1.5 billion cash-and-stock deal aimed at strengthening its international presence and stepping into the hedge fund market. Under the acquisition agreement announced Monday, Enfusion shareholders will receive $5.85 in cash and […]

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Amazon is shutting down its “Prime Try Before You Buy” service, a feature that allowed Prime members to try on clothes, shoes, and accessories before committing to a purchase. The service will end on January 31, 2025, according to a […]

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Home renovation projects can be a logistical nightmare for homeowners and contractors, often bogged down by outdated tools or a complete lack of software. While modern solutions exist, the industry remains scattered, with many companies relying on inefficient systems—or skipping […]

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Philippine fintech startup GCash is gearing up for what could become the country’s largest stock offering, with plans to raise up to $1.5 billion through a domestic IPO. The company has enlisted major financial players, including Citi, Jefferies, and UBS, […]

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The future of TikTok is at stake and could be decided soon as the U.S. Supreme Court considers free speech arguments over a potential nationwide ban. If its China-based owner, ByteDance, doesn’t relinquish control of the app, TikTok might no longer […]

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Retraction Notice (Added on January 10, 2025): On January 9, 2025, we published this article titled “Payroll startup Deel accused of money laundering, sanctions failures in Ponzi scheme lawsuit.” The article referenced reporting by The Information, which Deel, Inc. has […]

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Knowledge Graphs have long been a cornerstone of organizing structured information, yet their potential in Web3 has remained largely untapped. That changes today with The Graph’s launch of Geo Genesis, a groundbreaking application designed to make Knowledge Graphs accessible and […]

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PrettyDamnQuick (PDQ), an e-commerce startup focused on helping retailers tailor and test shipping and checkout flows, is carving out a niche as a viable alternative to Amazon. By offering brands a way to personalize these critical aspects of the shopping […]

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Key Takeaways The DOJ has been cleared to sell 69,370 Bitcoin seized from Silk Road, valued at $6.5B. Battle Born Investments contested the sale but couldn’t block it. The decision comes just 2 weeks before the new Trump administration, which […]

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Despite Microsoft’s market valuation surpassing $3 trillion in 2024, fueled by rising AI demands, the Redmond giant continues to adjust its workforce strategy, cutting roles even as it eyes future growth. Microsoft confirmed on Wednesday it is laying off a […]

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Movement Labs, a blockchain startup, is gearing up for a Series B funding round that could secure $100 million and bring the company’s valuation to $3 billion, according to an exclusive report from Reuters. The round is reportedly led by […]

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Artificial intelligence continues to attract massive investment as 5-year-old AI-focused startup Infinite Reality announced a $12.25 billion valuation following a $3 billion funding round. The company joins a growing group of startups thriving on the rising demand for AI innovations. […]

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The rapid development of generative AI creates a buzz of excitement for tech enthusiasts, but on the flip side, many are concerned about the impact on industries where AI could be used to replace real humans in jobs. Filmmaking and […]

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AI startup Anthropic, known for its AI assistant Claude, is reportedly in discussions to secure $2 billion in funding. If successful, this round would push the company’s valuation to an impressive $60 billion, positioning it as a major contender in […]

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President-elect Donald Trump and Emirati billionaire Hussain Sajwani revealed a $20 billion foreign investment plan to build data centers across the U.S. during an announcement at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday. The ambitious project, backed by Sajwani’s DAMAC Properties, marks a significant […]

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Soon, running your own AI model at home could be as routine as using a laptop, thanks to Nvidia’s latest breakthrough in AI supercomputing. On Monday at CES 2025, the company unveiled Project Digits, a personal AI supercomputer priced at […]

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In a shocking development, Meta has decided to end fact-checking across its social platforms. Meta announced Tuesday that it is scrapping its third-party fact-checking program across Facebook and Instagram, signaling a major shift in its approach to content moderation. Instead, […]

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