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Alibaba says its AI spending in e-commerce is already breaking even

The Chinese tech giant is spending tens of billions of dollars on AI despite concerns that companies are spending too much on the tech with limited results.

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Fintech startup Upgrade valued at $7.3 billion in new funding round

Upgrade raised $165 million in a new funding round that valued the fintech startup at $7.3 billion.

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Jack & Jill raises $50 million to bring conversational AI to job-hunting

Jack & Jill uses conversational AI to sidestep the listing and resumé shuffle. With $20 million in seed funding, the company is plotting its US expansion.

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How emerging Mubadala-backed AAF is winning VC deals in some of the hottest startups

In less than a decade AAF has backed startups with exits totaling $2 billion, it says and is doing so through an unusual VC model.

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PrizePicks gains fantasy sports operating license in New York

PrizePicks is back in New York following last year’s $15 million settlement for operating without a license. Fantasy sports operator PrizePicks will now be able to offer its service in New York, after being awarded an interactive fantasy sports operating license … Continue reading

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6 Best Low-interest Business Loans for 2025: Ranked & Reviewed

The best low-interest business loan offers flexible terms, fast approval, and affordable monthly payments to fuel your growth. The post 6 Best Low-interest Business Loans for 2025: Ranked & Reviewed appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Zepto raises $450 million at $7 billion valuation as Indian quick commerce market heats up

Indian quick commerce startup Zepto said it has raised $400 million in a funding round led by a new investor, California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), a U.S.-based pension fund. The round, which is a mix of primary and secondary … Continue reading

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Resorts World New York City’s latest casino application brings total spend up to $7.5B

Resorts World New York City has submitted its supplemental application for a casino license, bringing the total spend up to $7.5 billion. Now submitted to the New York State Gaming Facility Location Board, Resorts World New York City’s proposal promises … Continue reading

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PayPal’s crypto partner mints a whopping $300 trillion stablecoins in ‘technical error’

Paxos, the blockchain partner of PayPal, mistakenly minted $300 trillion of the online payment giant’s stablecoin on Wednesday in what the company called a “technical error.” 

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US and UK Lead Record Cybercrime Operation in Southeast Asia

146 individuals and entities tied to the Prince Group TCO, led by Cambodian national Chen Zhi, were sanctioned. The post US and UK Lead Record Cybercrime Operation in Southeast Asia appeared first on TechRepublic.

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