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Nothing, the London-based consumer technology startup founded by Carl Pei, has secured $200 million in a Series C funding round at a $1.3 billion valuation, as it prepares to pivot from being the first new independent smartphone brand in over a decade towards building an AI-native platform. The raise, led by Tiger Global with support from existing investors including GV, …

Nory, the AI-native restaurant management startup, has raised $37 million in Series B funding to accelerate the rollout of its platform, which helps hospitality businesses cut costs, streamline operations, and improve profitability. The round, led by Swedish investor Kinnevik, brings Nory’s total funding to $63 million. Existing backers including Accel also participated, underscoring investor confidence in the company’s vision and …

Lesley Beador is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and mother whose life blends business drive with a commitment to community. Raised near Lake Tahoe, she grew up surrounded by the outdoors, hiking, skiing, and learning the value of resilience. Determined from a young age, she began community college courses as a high school sophomore and graduated from South Tahoe High School six …

For many SaaS leaders, the growth playbook feels stuck on a single page. It is to pour more money into paid ads. But what happens when that well starts to run dry? With research showing that customer acquisition costs have jumped by over 60% in the last five years, relying solely on paid channels is becoming an unsustainable gamble. The …

In the quantum computing era, powerful computers will be able to solve previously intractable problems. However, that power comes at a price; it will be child’s play for quantum computers to overcome our current data security methods. As a result, your systems will be vulnerable to threats. We’re not in the quantum commuting era just yet. Yet, planning for quantum …

It sounds like a joke at first. In the age of TikTok, Instagram filters, and mobile banking apps, who would willingly give up their sleek smartphone for a chunky old Nokia with physical buttons? Yet this is exactly what’s happening across the United Kingdom. More and more people are ditching their iPhones and Samsungs for so-called “dumbphones” or “feature phones”. …

The UK gambling industry has long been one of the most dynamic parts of the entertainment economy. According to the Gambling Commission, it generates billions of pounds in gross gambling yield each year and supports thousands of jobs across online casinos, betting shops, and digital platforms. Even during times of regulatory pressure and economic uncertainty, the sector has continued to …

The United States and China have reached a breakthrough agreement on TikTok’s future, paving the way for the video-sharing app to transfer into US-controlled ownership after years of political wrangling. US trade representative Jamieson Greer confirmed on Monday that negotiators had struck a framework deal with Beijing following high-level talks in Madrid. Treasury secretary Scott Bessent said the commercial terms …

Pakistan is set to issue its first-ever Panda bonds Panda Bonds: Pakistan is set to issue its first-ever Panda bonds, aiming to raise $250 million before December. The yuan-denominated debt is intended to diversify the country’s funding sources. In order to access the Chinese market, Pakistan will issue $300 million Panda Bonds this year, according to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. He …

BGC Group has raised a record $14 million (£11.2m) during its annual BGC Charity Day, the highest total in the event’s 21-year history. Since its inception in 2005, in memory of 658 BGC colleagues and 61 Eurobrokers employees who died in the 9/11 attacks, the event has generated more than $234 million globally. Every year, 100% of revenues and broker …