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Javice found guilty of defrauding JPMorgan in $175M startup purchase
Charlie Javice, the founder of student loan application startup Frank that was purchased by JP Morgan for $175 million, was found guilty on Friday of defrauding the bank by greatly inflating the customer count. After a five-week trial, the jury found Javice guilty, agreeing with prosecutors’ claims that she fabricated the vast majority of Frank’s […]
Thinking of Starting a Business? Here Are the 10 Best States for Startups, According to a New Report.
The ranking takes into consideration factors like the number of startups per 100,000 people and 10-year survival rates.
‘Tesla Takedown’ protesters are planning a global day of action on March 29, and things might get ugly
‘Tesla Takedown’ organizers have promised their biggest day of global action this weekend, encouraging thousands to protest outside Tesla showrooms, dealerships, and even charging stations to peacefully object to Elon Musk’s role in slashing government spending. As Tesla protests have spread, so has the backlash. Activists holding up signs are being conflated with masked vandals […]
Elon Musk says xAI acquired X
Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, has acquired his social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, he announced in a post on X Friday. “xAI has acquired X in an all-stock transaction. The combination values xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion ($45B less $12B debt),” Musk said in the post. “xAI and […]
How to Create Compelling Brand Narratives That Resonate With Skeptical Consumers
Discover how a compelling brand narrative, crafted through strategic public relations, can build authentic connections with skeptical consumers and elevate your brand’s reputation, credibility and business goals.
Would You Try a ‘Severance’ Procedure for a $100K Salary? 70% of Survey Respondents Said Maybe.
One in five people surveyed said they would give up their consciousness for eight hours a day for a better salary, according to a new report.
Fintech VC powerhouse Frank Rotman stepping down from QED Investors to found his own startups
Prolific fintech investor and QED Investors co-founder Frank Rotman said Friday that he will transition to a partner emeritus role by year’s end to focus on founding his own startups. But those startups won’t necessarily be financial technology companies. In a post on X, Rotman – who helped start QED in 2007 – declared that […]
MrBeast Crashed a Mark Zuckerberg Interview and Told Him to Make Changes to Facebook Video — And It’s Going to Happen Within a Year
In the interview, MrBeast applauded Facebook Video, stating that it presents an opportunity to connect to a larger audience.
The Wrong Environment Can Destroy Your Creativity and Self-Belief — Here’s How to Find One That Fuels You.
This article explores the profound impact of environment on creativity, self-belief and innovation, offering insights on recognizing when it’s time for a change and how to take the necessary steps to truly thrive.