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Introduction Failed startups can leave employees exposed to a ton of data risks – stolen Social Security numbers, private messages, bank information, etc. according to Dylan Ayrey, a cybersecurity researcher and CEO of Truffle Security. Ayrey revealed the vulnerability at ShmooCon, a security conference, after finding flaws in Google OAuth, the “Sign in with Google”…
New York VC Firm Expands Dominance with Record-Breaking Fundraising Insight Partners, led by Jeff Horing, has cemented its status as one of the top New York venture capital firms alongside Andreessen Horowitz and Sequoia. The firm announced the close of its latest flagship fund and Opportunity fund raising an incredible $12.5 billion in new capital.…
Meta CEO Cites Fair Use in AI Training Data Dispute Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has drawn parallels to YouTube’s handling of pirated content to defend Meta’s use of copyrighted e-books in training its AI models. Newly released snippets of Zuckerberg’s deposition in the Kadrey v. Meta copyright case shed light on the company’s stance on…
So it seems Chinese officials are considering ByteDance selling TikTok’s US operations to Elon Musk. This is according to reports as the Supreme Court is about to decide the fate of TikTok in the US on January 19th following a law that could ban the app. China reportedly wants TikTok to stay under ByteDance’s…
Building a startup is hard, but with the right knowledge, you can navigate the journey better. Over the years founders have shared some great lessons that can guide startups in the right direction. Here are the top 5 things every founder should know for long-term success. Top 5 Things 1. Run Toward What You Hate…
Big news! X is rolling out labels for parody, satire and fan accounts! These labels will help prevent confusion and allow users to easily tell the difference between an official account and a parody account. This solves the issue in the past where public figures or organizations have mistaken messages from parody accounts as real…
Nintendo Switch 2 is coming, and leaks say it’s a major upgrade. Will it change gaming for you? The Switch has been a fan favourite since 2017, but the console’s old hardware can’t keep up with demanding games. With leaks out, fans are excited about better graphics, performance, and affordability. Price: $399, a balance of performance…
Delta and Uber have announced a multi-year partnership where SkyMiles members can earn miles for Uber rides and Uber Eats deliveries in the U.S. This was announced at CES 2025 and marks the end of Delta’s partnership with Lyft which ends on April 7, 2025. Starting spring 2025, Uber users linked to Delta SkyMiles…
Introduction Nvidia is leading the robotic charge again with the announcement of a new feature for humanoid robots at CES. CEO Jensen Huang introduced “Blueprint” which uses Apple Vision Pro to teach robots imitation learning. It sets the stage for automation in industries like manufacturing and logistics with humanoid robots. What is GR00T Blueprint? Blueprint…
High risk startups face unique challenges with employee training and safety protocols. Traditional methods can’t prepare teams for the intensity of these industries. Adopting modern technology can transform training, safety and operational efficiency. Let’s look at some of the game changing techniques. The Power of Simulation Training in Aviation Simulation training is the cornerstone of…
Tacora Capital, the Austin-based venture debt firm, has closed $268.7m for its second fund, according to an SEC filing. CEO and founder Keri Findley’s firm provides non-dilutive financing solutions to startups and companies with capital intensive needs, including fintech and hardware companies. This fund follows Tacora’s first fund in 2022 which raised $350m, with $250m…
Chinese government hackers hit the US Treasury in December 2024. In a big breach, Chinese government-backed hackers targeted the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in December 2024. OFAC is the department that implements economic and trade sanctions against countries and individuals so it’s a big deal. According to The Washington…
