Valar Atomics comes out of stealth with $19M and a pilot reactor site
Companies developing small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) have raised more than $1.5 billion in the past year, as tech companies hunger for power to train AI models and governments decide to commit to the industry. For example, X-energy raised $700 million this month, and Paris-based Newcleo raised $151 million last
Read moreApple Reveals Its Most Powerful iPhone Yet: Here’s What’s New
Apple revealed the newest iPhone in its lineup at its eagerly awaited launch event yesterday. Millions watched the event, which was streamed live across the world and took place at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, to see what the tech giant had in store. Previously rumored to be the iPhone
Read moreHow to bootstrap: Infobip’s journey from startup to unicorn without raising funds
Global communications platform Infobip has released a new documentary, distributed with CBS News, showcasing its journey from startup to the first Croatian company gaining a billion-dollar valuation without external funding. The documentary details Infobip’s exponential growth and how it has helped some of the world’s most well-known businesses provide more
Read moreData Governance, Risk Management are Crucial to Protection of Sensitive Information in the Public sector
By prioritising data governance and risk management, public sector organisations can demonstrate their commitment to data privacy, build trust with data subjects, and ensure the proper handling and protection of sensitive information. This holistic approach is crucial for navigating the regulatory landscape and maintaining compliance in the public sector. In
Read moreNambia Launches National AI Strategy
In a significant move towards technological advancement, Nambia has officially launched its National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy, positioning itself as a front-runner in promoting AI adoption and innovation within the region. Geared towards establishing the nation as a hub for “AI for Emerging Economies,” this strategy is poised to reshape
Read moreTether backs stablecoin liquidity provider Mansa in $10M seed round
As payment companies increasingly explore stablecoins for cross-border payments and real-time settlement, some startups are tapping into the zeitgeist by providing liquidity via a revolving line of credit in stablecoins. One of them is Dubai-based but Africa-focused Mansa, whose offering allows payments companies to settle transactions and fund customer accounts
Read moreSpore.Bio raises $23M to apply machine learning to microbiology testing
Recalls in the food and beverage industry due to contamination incidents can have catastrophic effects. Not only do companies have to pay fines and damages, but the impacts on the brand’s reputation can be long-lasting. That’s why Spore.Bio, a Paris-based deeptech startup, is trying to reinvent microbiology testing to avoid
Read moreAI-coding startup Codeium in talks to raise at an almost $3B valuation, sources say
Codeium, an AI-powered coding startup, is raising a new round of funding at a $2.85 billion valuation, including fresh capital, according to two sources with knowledge of the deal. The round is being led by returning investor Kleiner Perkins, the people said. The new round comes just six months after
Read more‘For You’ feeds are not for creators, Patreon says
Patreon has continued on its crusade against algorithmic feeds with its latest State of Create report, a look at trends in the creator economy based on internal data, and it’s an effort creators can get behind. In its survey of 1,000 creators and 2,000 fans, the membership platform reported that
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