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Superorganism raises $25M to back biodiversity startups

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

Superorganism launched in 2023 as what it claims is the first venture capital firm focused on biodiversity, aiming to serve as the conservationist on the cap table for nature-friendly startups. Now, the firm has closed its first fund, securing $25.9 … Continue reading →

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Brazil orders Meta to suspend policy banning third-party AI chatbots from WhatsApp

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

Brazil’s competition watchdog has ordered WhatsApp to put on hold its policy that bars third-party AI companies from using its business API to offer chatbots on the app. The agency has also started an investigation against the company to determine … Continue reading →

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WPT Global draws criticism for choosing Tony ‘Ren’ Lin as an ambassador

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

WPT Global has drawn equal parts criticism and mockery for its choice of admitted poker cheat Tony ‘Ren’ Lin as its latest ambassador. On Monday (January 12), WPT Global announced that Tony ‘Ren’ Lin had been appointed, writing on X: … Continue reading →

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AGA and Indian Gaming Association urge Congress to curb crypto prediction markets threatening betting

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

The American Gaming Association (AGA) and the Indian Gaming Association (IGA) are calling on Congress to step in as crypto-based prediction markets roll out a new wave of sports-betting-style contracts, saying these products could sidestep and weaken state and tribal … Continue reading →

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Kalshi granted temporary restraining order against Tennessee Sports Wagering Council after cease and desist

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

Kalshi has been granted a temporary restraining order after it filed a lawsuit against the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council, arguing it tried to engage “in good faith” but was only met with a cease and desist. In a lawsuit filed … Continue reading →

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Reid Hoffman Wants Silicon Valley to ‘Stand Up’ Against the Trump Administration

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

The LinkedIn cofounder and frequent Trump target has a simple message for his peers: “Just speak up about the things that you think are true.”

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PayPal Doubles Down on European Fintech with $14M Investment in Klearly

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

Amsterdam-based Klearly also attracted investment from Italian Founders Fund, Global PayTech Ventures, Antler Elevate, and Shapers. The post PayPal Doubles Down on European Fintech with $14M Investment in Klearly appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Converge Bio raises $25M, backed by Bessemer and execs from Meta, OpenAI, Wiz

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

AI drug discovery startup Converge Bio raised $25 million in a Series A led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional backing from executives at Meta, OpenAI, and Wiz.

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Betterment Customer Data Exposed in Crypto Scam Hack

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

The breach occurred through a compromised third-party marketing platform, allowing attackers to impersonate the trusted financial service. The post Betterment Customer Data Exposed in Crypto Scam Hack appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Meta-backed Hupo finds growth after pivot to AI sales coaching from mental wellness

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Techme101

Hupo, backed by Meta, pivoted from mental wellness to AI sales coaching for banks and insurers, and secured a $10M Series A led by DST Global

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