Rippling Soars to $16.8 Billion Valuation Amid Financing Round
Friday, May 9, 2025, 1:22 pm more...
HR tech startup Rippling has astonished investors by reaching a $16.8 billion valuation following a $450 million Series G financing round. This meteoric rise, buoyed by savvy venture capital interest (YC reportedly being one of the backers), adds another chapter to today’s ever-expanding unicorn saga.
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Agree.com clinches $7.2M seed round for e-signature revolution
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 11:20 pm more...
Agree.com, an all-in-one invoicing and payments platform, has raised $7.2 million in seed funding. The cash boost is set to expand its digital e-signature ecosystem, streamlining payment processes, and perhaps proving that even paperwork can get a tech upgrade with a dash of smart humor.
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Buffett Steps Down, New CEO Leads Berkshire Hathaway
Monday, May 5, 2025, 7:20 am more...
Legendary investor Warren Buffett is set to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway—a move that has not only rattled the share prices but also ushered in a generational leadership transition with Greg Abel poised to take the reins. Even Buffett isn’t immune to handing off the money‐making magic.
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MoneyFellows Secures $13M for Regional Expansion Push
Monday, May 5, 2025, 3:20 am more...
Egypt-based MoneyFellows has raised $13 million in a pre-series C round aimed at powering its group saving platform expansion beyond Egypt. Backed by Casablanca-based investors, the fresh funding bolsters plans for a regional push, including a new operation in Morocco by late 2025, highlighting its strategic ascent in the digital lending space.
Bluesky: @techcrunch.com
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Berkshire Hathaway Boldly Transitions Leadership as Buffett Picks Long-Deputy Abel
Sunday, May 4, 2025, 7:20 am more...
Berkshire Hathaway is set for a landmark change as Warren Buffett hands over control to his long-time deputy, Abel. Market watchers are buzzing with anticipation over the management shakeup and any ensuing strategic shifts, marking a pivotal evolution in the conglomerate’s storied legacy.
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Amazon Expands Rural Reach with $4B Delivery Network Investment
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 3:20 pm more...
Amazon is set to inject $4 billion into a nationwide delivery network expansion aimed at rural America. The massive investment is expected to create 100,000 new jobs while enhancing logistical reach and speed in underserved regions, potentially reshaping rural commerce dynamics.
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Amazon Invests $4 Billion in Rural Delivery Expansion and Warehouses
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 5:20 pm more...
In a bold push beyond urban centers, Amazon announced a $4 billion plan to boost rural deliveries and open dozens of new warehouses in small towns. This sweeping expansion not only promises to reduce delivery times but also to generate over 100,000 jobs, adding a countryside twist to corporate logistics.
Bluesky: @chadkirchner.com
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Glean Secures $7 Billion Valuation in Wellington-Led Fundraising Round
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 5:20 pm more...
Glean has just clinched an impressive $7 billion valuation following a Wellington-led funding round. Investor confidence is sky-high as the company readies itself for accelerated growth and market disruption in an increasingly competitive tech scene.
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