Fintech Plaid raises $575M at a $6.1B valuation, says it will not go public in 2025

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

Plaid, which connects bank accounts to financial applications, has sold about $575 million worth of common stock at a $6.1 billion post-money valuation, the fintech company confirmed to TechCrunch. The valuation is about less than half of the $13.4 billion that San Francisco-based Plaid was valued at when it raised a $425 million Series D […]

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Y Combinator neobank Djamo raises $17M with 1M users across Francophone Africa

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

Djamo is one of several digital banking startups targeting Africa’s underbanked. But unlike many that focus on large markets like Nigeria, Egypt, or South Africa, Djamo has carved out a niche in Francophone West Africa, specifically the Ivory Coast and, more recently, Senegal. It now serves over one million customers across both countries. The Y […]

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Here’s where Apple makes its products — and how Trump’s tariffs could have an impact

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

China still accounts for the majority of Apple iPhone production, but the tech giant has sought to ramp up manufacturing in places like India and Vietnam.

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‘Google AI presented my April Fools’ story as real news’

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

Journalist Ben Black was “shocked” to discover his fake news from five years ago used by AI.

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Tesla sales plunge after Elon Musk backlash

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

The car maker’s sales slide has been attributed to competition and controversy around its boss.

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Pixel 10 Pro Fold Leak: Can Google Finally Crack the Foldable Phone Market?

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

Leaked Pixel 10 Pro Fold renders reveal a familiar design, triple near cameras, and relocated SIM slot, hinting at performance upgrades over redesigns.

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Xiaomi delivers record cars in March as winners emerge in China’s EV race

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

Chinese electric vehicle startups Xiaomi, Xpeng and Leapmotor each reported in March delivery volumes that were roughly double of their startup competitors.

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Trump’s Tariffs Could Reshape the US Tech Industry

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

Apple, Amazon, and other tech companies reliant on global supply chains stand to lose the most from Trump’s trade policies, but some software firms expect more demand for their services.

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De minimis trade loophole that boosted Chinese online retailers to end May 2

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

The announcement, which came alongside a set of sweeping new tariffs, gives customs officials, retailers and logistics companies a month to prepare.

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Trump and DOGE Defund Program That Boosted American Manufacturing for Decades

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Techme101

President Donald Trump says taxing imports will strengthen domestic manufacturing. Hours before announcing new tariffs, his administration cut support for centers that help US firms do just that.

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