A $700M SAFE, IPOs are back and how one venture fund is transcending borders
Hello, and welcome to Equity, a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This is our Friday episode, in which we dig through the most critical stories from the week and chat through new and emerging themes. Listen here or wherever you get
Read moreInvestors’ pledge to fight spyware undercut by past investments in US malware maker
On Monday, the Biden administration announced that six new countries had joined an international coalition to fight the proliferation of commercial spyware, sold by companies such as NSO Group or Intellexa. Now, some investors have announced that they too are committed to fighting spyware. But at least one of those
Read moreApple Faces Antitrust Firestorm: U.S. Justice Lawsuit
The U.S. Justice Department has taken a historic step by filing a sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Apple Inc., alleging the tech giant’s illegal monopoly over the smartphone market. This case, one of the most significant challenges to tech dominance, accuses Apple of stifling competition, harming consumers, and limiting innovation. Key
Read moreKey Topics at the Forefront of IT News Africa’s #PublicSec 2024
On April 3, 2024, IT News Africa will host the Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit, a pivotal event that will bring together experts and leaders to discuss the most pressing cybersecurity issues facing the public sector today. The summit underscores the imperative for unity and shared strategies to fortify public sector
Read moreLast call for pitch submissions at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024!
Don’t miss out on your chance to shine at “So You Think You Can Pitch,” our highly anticipated segment at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024, happening in Boston on April 25. Pitching is pivotal for securing funding and attracting early customers, yet getting honest feedback before facing investors can be rare.
Read moreCyber Security Today, March 22, 2024 – Mac CPUs are vulnerable to encrypted key theft, white hat hackers win a second Tesla, and more
Mac CPUs are vulnerable to encrypted key theft, white hat hackers win a second Tesla, and more. Welcome to Cyber Security Today. It’s Friday, March 22nd, 2024. I’m Howard Solomon, contributing reporter on cybersecurity for ITWorldCanada.com and TechNewsday.com in the U.S. IT pros have heard about side channel attacks on
Read moreNVIDIA Welcomes Vertiv as Solution Advisor: Consultant Partner
Vertiv has become a Solution Advisor: Consultant partner in the NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN), expanding access to Vertiv’s expertise and full portfolio of power and cooling solutions. The NPN program caters to technology partners offering solutions built on or powered by NVIDIA technologies. Vertiv’s inclusion in this network allows it
Read moreVerto Pay Redefines Nigerian SME Financial Management
Nigeria | Verto introduces its groundbreaking innovation: Verto Pay. This advanced mobile app aims to transform how Nigerian SMEs handle financial transactions, simplifying cross-border commerce while reducing FX and transaction costs. Verto Pay revolutionizes international payments for SMEs, integrating a multi-currency wallet with USD, GBP, EUR, and NGN options. This
Read moreDOJ lawsuit against Apple is headline grabber with limited near-term impact
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Apple Thursday, accusing the company led by CEO Tim Cook of engaging in anti-competitive business practices. The allegations include claims that Apple prevents competitors from accessing certain iPhone features and that the company’s actions impact the “flow of speech” through its
Read moreUK confirms in-depth antitrust probe into Three and Vodafone’s planned $19B merger
The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has confirmed that it’s launching a formal “phase 2” investigation into the planned merger between Vodafone and Three UK. The CMA says that the deal could lead to higher prices for consumers, while also impact future infrastructure investments. However, the CMA has given
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