Wholesale marketplace Abound raises $22.9M
Abound, an online marketplace that helps independent retailers stock their shelves with new products from up-and-coming brands, is announcing that it has raised $22.9 million in its first institutional round of funding. CEO Bill Shope founded the com.....»»
FireTail raises $5 million to improve API Security
FireTail has closed $5 million in early stage financing led by Paladin Capital Group, with participation from Zscaler, General Advance, Secure Octane, and a cadre of high-profile cyber security executives including SentinelOne VP of Cloud Security El.....»»
Artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine raises ethical challenges
Use of artificial intelligence (AI) is increasing in the field of veterinary medicine, but veterinary experts caution that the rush to embrace the technology raises some ethical considerations......»»
Sanan raises CNY7.9 billion for capacity ramps
Sanan Optoelectronics, the largest China-based LED epitaxial wafer and chip maker, has raised a total of CNY7.9 billion (US$1.13 billion) and will utilize the proceeds to accelerate its miniLED and microLED chip output ramp-up......»»
Fusion energy breakthrough by US scientists boosts clean power hopes
First-ever net-energy gain from fusion raises hopes for zero-carbon alternative. Enlarge / The high-powered Nova Laser before it creates nuclear fusion inside its target chamber at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. (cre.....»»
Returnal might be the first PC game to recommend this much RAM
Sony's Returnal is coming to the PC soon, and of all the system requirements, the amount of recommended RAM raises some questions......»»
Wholesale used-car prices show slight decline in November
Cox Automotive said its Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index fell just 0.3 percent in November from October, following more substantial declines earlier in the autumn season......»»
UnaBiz raises US$25 million in B+ round financing
UnaBiz, the massive Internet of Things (IoT) solution provider, announced on December 8 that it has completed its B+ financing round led by Japan's Sparx Group, and other investors including Singapore's G.K Goh Holdings, are also optimistic about Una.....»»
Rezonate emerges from stealth and raises $8.7 million
Rezonate emerged from stealth with $8.7 million in financing for its disruptive cloud identity protection platform that prevents access risk and stops attackers’ actions to breach cloud infrastructure, where modern organizations’ critical dat.....»»
Carvana"s 3rd-party marketplace program in question
The exact status of that program — in which Carvana listed used cars and trucks from dealer partners and other third-party sources for sale on its website alongside Carvana-owned and certified vehicles — is not entirely clear......»»
HYPR raises $25 million to reduce reliance on passwords
HYPR announced a $25 million Series C1 led by Advent International through Advent Tech, the firm’s dedicated global technology fund. The investment brings HYPR’s total funds raised to $97 million and includes participation from existing investors.....»»
Oh rats! New York seeks "bloodthirsty" rodent czar
If you are "somewhat bloodthirsty" and willing to consider "wholesale slaughter" of vermin then you might be the ideal candidate to become New York City's new rat czar......»»
Tesla to fix rear lighting issue on more than 435,000 China-made cars
China’s State Administration for Market Regulation said 142,277 Model 3 sedans and 292,855 Model Y crossovers could be affected by the issue, which in extreme cases raises the risk of crashes......»»
UK digital services tax raises $430M from tech giants, including Apple
The British government says that the UK digital services tax (DST) has raised £360M ($430M) in its first year, and that 90% of it came from five tech giants, known to include Apple. The tax of 2% of gross revenue earned in the UK was designed to pa.....»»
ABB E-mobility raises approx. CHF200 million in pre-IPO private placement
ABB E-mobility, an electric vehicle (EV) charging solution provider, today announced that it has signed a pre-IPO private placement of approximately CHF200 million for newly issued shares, led by new minority investors. The transaction will close dur.....»»
For many disabled patients, the doctor is often not in
Some doctors avoid patients with disabilities, and barriers to routine care abound. Enlarge Ben Salentine, associate director of health sciences managed care at the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences S.....»»
Bluetti EP600 saves money when the electricity grid is up, saves the day when it’s down
European consumers are facing eye-watering rises in electricity costs this winter, as the Ukraine crisis has reduced supplies of Russian gas. That has dramatically increased the cost of gas-generated electricity, which has driven up the wholesale p.....»»
Apple and Amazon colluded to raise iPhone and iPad prices, class action claims
Lawsuit claims Amazon and Apple benefited from fewer vendors, higher prices. Enlarge / A class-action lawsuit claims that Apple products, like the iPad mini, are sold almost exclusively by Amazon itself on its own marketplace, ha.....»»
Apple raises trade-in values for some iPhone models, lowers offers for others
Apple has adjusted the trade-in values for many older iPhone models this week as we quickly dive into the important holiday shopping season. This applies to models such as the iPhone 13 Pro Max, the iPhone 12 series, and more. Trade-in values have i.....»»
Can juries still deliver justice in high-profile cases in the age of social media?
The recent sudden end to the Bruce Lehrmann trial last month raises again whether the jury is fit for purpose in a 21st century hyper-connected world......»»
Malicious droppers on Google Play deliver banking malware to victims
Android users are often advised to get mobile apps from Google Play, the company’s official app marketplace, to minimize the possibility of downloading malware. After all, Google analyzes apps before allowing them on the market. Unfortunately,.....»»