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Figma sweetens FigJam whiteboard tool with new AI features

TechCrunch

While Figma waits to hear whether regulators will allow Adobe to complete its $20 billion acquisition, the startup is not sitting idly by. Today, Figma announced it was adding three generative AI features to its FigJam whiteboard tool to make it easier to get started and organize projects. FigJam is Figma’s online collaborative whiteboard that […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Shein Prepares for IPO Amid Market Uncertainty and Legal Scrutiny

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Bookmark ( 0 ) Please login to bookmark Username or Email Address Password Remember Me No account yet? Register Fast-fashion giant Shein is preparing for a U.S. initial public offering (IPO), aiming for a valuation as high as $90 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter. This valuation target exceeds the company’s current private trade value.

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Congruent starts raising fresh $250M early-stage climate tech fund

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High interest rates may be stifling some investments in climate tech today, but the new fund suggests that LPs see a light at the end of the tunnel. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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The Worlds She Sees with Fei-Fei Li

Andreessen Horowitz

Fei-Fei Li, PhD, Professor in the Computer Science Department at Stanford University, and Co-Director of Stanford’s Human-Centered AI Institute, joins Bio + Health founding partner Vijay Pande. In this candid conversation, Li unfolds her transformation from a young immigrant to an influential figure in AI. The conversation explores the birth of ImageNet, a pivotal step that bridged the gap between visual intelligence and accessible AI technology.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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TikTok is shutting down its Creator Fund in favor of its newer Creativity Program

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TikTok has announced that it’s shutting down its original $1 billion Creator Fund and shifting the focus to its newer Creativity Program. Starting December 16, the Creator Fund will be discontinued in the United States, United Kingdom, France and Germany. Creators who are currently enrolled in the Creator Fund can switch to the Creativity Program. […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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23andMe data theft prompts DNA testing companies to switch on 2FA by default

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DNA testing and genealogy companies are stepping up user account security by mandating the use of two-factor authentication, following the theft of millions of user records from DNA genetic testing giant 23andMe. Ancestry, MyHeritage and 23andMe have begun notifying customers that their accounts will use two-factor (2FA) by default, a security feature where users are […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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What the new CFPB proposal could mean for fintech

Andreessen Horowitz

The CFPB published its proposed Personal Financial Data Rights rule, which could usher in an open banking shift.

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Nintendo confirms live-action Zelda movie is in the works

TechCrunch

Zelda fans already got a stellar new game with “Tears of the Kingdom” this year, but Nintendo just dropped another exciting nugget of news: the gaming giant is working on a live-action movie based on the Legend of Zelda franchise. Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of the 37-year-old franchise, announced the news this evening. “I have been […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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[BioCatch in RNZ] Biometrics introduced to Westpac systems to watch for fraud

OurCrowd

Westpac NZ is adopting advanced biometrics software to bolster its fraud protection systems. The bank is partnering with Israel-based cybersecurity company BioCatch, which will analyse customers’ online behaviour for “unusual activities” and check whether or not they have been compromised. Read more here.

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How Top Tech CFOs Solve Annual Planning’s Biggest Challenges

Gearing up for 2025 annual planning? Our latest eBook from the Operators Guild is your ultimate guide. Discover real-world solutions and best practices shared by top CFOs, drawn directly from discussions within OG’s vibrant online community. Learn from senior executives at high-growth tech startups as they outline financial planning strategies, align CEO and board goals, and coordinate budgets across departments.

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WeWork’s bankruptcy is proof that its core business never actually worked

TechCrunch

Did WeWork's business ever make sense? To answer that question, we'll go over its S-1 filings, its SPAC deal and early earnings reports. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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[BioLumic in Seed World] UV light treatment shines a bright future for row crop seeds

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BioLumic recently partnered with Gro Alliance to bring Ultraviolet light-activated seed treatments to a commercial scale. The right ‘recipe’ of UV light exposure can trigger desirable results in crops such as altered nutritional profiles, pest and disease resistance, and increased yields.

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01 Advisors, founded by Dick Costolo and Adam Bain, just closed on $395M more

TechCrunch

You might imagine that if two former Twitter chieftains and a longtime C-suite Facebook exec agreed to build a venture firm together, they would chase after nascent social networks. You’d be wrong. 01 Advisors, an outfit founded in 2018 by former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo and former Twitter COO and president Adam Bain, tells TechCrunch […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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[ThetaRay in ThetaRay] Neema partners with ThetaRay to enhance AML transaction monitoring and sanction screening with AI-powered technology

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The post [ThetaRay in ThetaRay] Neema partners with ThetaRay to enhance AML transaction monitoring and sanction screening with AI-powered technology appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Waze gets a new safety feature that warns you if a road has a history of crashes

TechCrunch

Waze announced today the launch of crash history alerts, designed to notify you if a road you’re approaching has a history of crashes. The new feature is powered by proprietary AI technology, which analyzes historical crash data as well as key characteristics of a road, such as its typical traffic levels, the elevation, whether it’s […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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[Quantum Machines in HPC Wire] Quantum Machines and QuEra Computing secure BIRD Foundation grant for photonic control unit

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The post [Quantum Machines in HPC Wire] Quantum Machines and QuEra Computing secure BIRD Foundation grant for photonic control unit appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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Rivian and Amazon are no longer exclusive

TechCrunch

Rivian vans are no longer an Amazon exclusive. The automaker said on Tuesday that it will now let other companies buy its commercial electric vans, ending an exclusivity deal that Amazon secured when it pumped more than a billion dollars into Rivian in 2019. Both companies’ stock prices rose following the announcement, which they timed […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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[Nexa3D in tct Magazine] Nexa3D launches Nexa AI platform to optimise workflow of XiP Pro 3D printing system

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The post [Nexa3D in tct Magazine] Nexa3D launches Nexa AI platform to optimise workflow of XiP Pro 3D printing system appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.

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Your Fractional Finance and Accounting Team

Mighty Financial specializes in supporting the financial aspirations of small businesses and entrepreneurs. With our comprehensive bookkeeping and precise accounting expertise with decades of experience across diverse financial roles, our team offers tailor-made services ranging from essential bookkeeping to strategic fractional CFO support, catered specifically to the unique challenges of technology companies, startups, and SMEs.

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Another room-temperature superconductor bites the dust

TechCrunch

Other researchers had discovered numerous problems with the scientific paper describing the material. Now the scientific journal Nature has retracted it. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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[CarDekho in Medianews4U] CarDekho promotes Charu Kishani as Group CMO

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CarDekho group, has elevated its EVP of Marketing Charu Kishani to the position of Group Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Read more here.

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Lucid revises 2023 production amid softening demand for luxury EVs

TechCrunch

Lucid has revised its 2023 production outlook amid softening demand for luxury electric vehicles, the company said Tuesday in its third-quarter earnings report. The EV maker said it will produce 8,000 to 8,500 vehicles by the end of the year, down from previous guidance of more than 10,000, to “prudently align with deliveries.” In the […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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[TechSee in PR Newswire] Whirlpool and TechSee win silver in the UK Customer Experience Awards 2023

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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PopSockets unveils a photo case and accessory designer, powered by AI

TechCrunch

Ready to put your AI prompting skills to work for product customization? Smartphone case and accessory maker PopSockets is today introducing a clever new AI Customizer tool that will allow anyone to design their next phone accessory — including grips, cases and wallets — via an optimized version of Stable Diffusion XL (SDXL). The company […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Three go-to-market tactics every founder needs to thrive in today’s market

TechCrunch

Implementing a new SaaS product into a company often requires a shift in workflows and behaviors, and such change can be met with resistance. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Withings Body Scan review: A smart scale that tracks cardio health, body comp and more

TechCrunch

French health tech brand Withings has been around the block and some. These days it offers a range of fitness wearables and monitors. It was also an early mover in smart scales and is continuing to push the envelope here — with Body Scan, its current flagship scale (or “connected health station” as its marketing […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Astra secures new debt agreement with assets as collateral

TechCrunch

Astra has been thrown a critical lifeline in the form of new debt financing, which provides the company with a little more time to find funding to stave off catastrophe. The company said on Monday that it had closed $13.4 million in initial debt financing with JMCM Holdings LLC and Sherpa Venture Funds II, connected […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.

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Digitalization: 5 Tech Updates That Will Help You Survive The Recession & Thrive

Lack of digitalization decreases business competitiveness. To thrive, embracing modern solutions becomes essential. The approach to digitalization often aligns with a company's business model. This shift not only boosts productivity but also automates processes and improves security. The tech market offers a wealth of technologies tailored for management, planning, and forecasting, replacing outdated pen-and-paper methods.