Two college kids raise a $5.1 million pre-seed to build an AI social network in iMessage
Series, a social networking app that’s grown popular on college campuses, announced a $5.1 million pre-seed round from some big names in tech.
The Download: the future of chipmaking and Anthropic’s government clash
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The $400 million machine powering the future of chipmaking It’s a bit of a schlep to get to the top of ASML’s newest machine. It’s about the size of a double-decker…
Meta’s loss is Thinking Machines gain
Meta has been poaching talent from Thinking Machines Lab. But it’s a two-way street.
X-energy stock pops 27% on first day of trading following upsized IPO
Investors flocked to nuclear power startup X-energy in its first day of public trading on the Nasdaq.
ComfyUI hits $500M valuation as creators seek more control over AI-generated media
ComfyUI, whose tools give creators more control over AI image, video, and audio generation, just raised $30 million.
X launches standalone XChat app on iOS
X’s new app promises private chats, disappearing messages, audio and video calls and more.
Why Market Uncertainty is the Best Time to Steal From Your Competition
Market downturns create rare windows for bold companies to pull ahead, as competitors cut budgets and freeze hiring while others continue investing in marketing, talent and efficiency to gain an edge.
Still Betting Your Business on Hype? Why Serious Ecommerce Owners Are Focusing on Stability First
Ecommerce is undergoing a strategic shift: Entrepreneurs are moving away from hype-driven growth toward operational stability. Here’s why it’s the new competitive advantage.
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Want a Successful Career? Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Has Some Blunt Advice for Gen Z Workers
Andy Jassy’s own early career was marked by experimentation and figuring out what he didn’t want to do.
This Dad’s ‘Horrible’ Smelling Bachelor Pad Inspired His Business. It Hit $12K a Month Fast — Now On Track for $100M a Year.
Scott Dancy’s friend gave him a game-changing solution — and it led to a business.