Startup

A startup or start up is a company or project initiated by an entrepreneur to seek, effectively develop, and validate a scalable business model. Hence, the concepts of startups and entrepreneurship are similar.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

The Week in AI: Copilots, Unicorns and Calls for Oversight
The Week in AI: Copilots, Unicorns and Calls for Oversight
October 22, 2023  |  artificial intelligence

We are still in the first innings of generative artificial intelligence (AI). But the innovative and groundbreaking technology, which represents an entirely new computing paradigm,...

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Digital Freight Startup Convoy Suspends Operations
Digital Freight Startup Convoy Suspends Operations
October 18, 2023  |  Supply Chain

Digital freight startup Convoy has announced the suspension of its operations and the winding down of its core business. The company, which was founded by former Amazon executives...

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SimpleClosure CEO Says Automating Shutdowns Breaks the Taboo Around Startup Failures
SimpleClosure CEO Says Automating Shutdowns Breaks the Taboo Around Startup Failures
September 14, 2023  |  Startups

It’s a challenging economy for consumers — and startups don’t have it any better. Nine out of every 10 startups that raise money end up failing over a 10-year period. Observers...

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Ola Electric’s Rapid Growth Sparks Early IPO Plans
Ola Electric’s Rapid Growth Sparks Early IPO Plans
July 17, 2023  |  IPO

Indian startup Ola Electric Mobility is reportedly in line for an initial public offering (IPO) sooner than anticipated. This change is due to its success...

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Former Chief Growth Officer of Frank Indicted for Fraud
Former Chief Growth Officer of Frank Indicted for Fraud
July 12, 2023  |  Security & Fraud

Federal prosecutors have filed charges against a second former executive of college financial-planning startup Frank. They have indicted Olivier Amar, former chief growth officer of...

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eBay and Techstars Launch Accelerator Program for Innovations in eCommerce
eBay and Techstars Launch Accelerator Program for Innovations in eCommerce
June 05, 2023  |  eCommerce

eBay and Techstars have partnered to launch an accelerator program for early-stage companies working on eCommerce solutions. The partnership brings together eBay’s experience in facilitating global commerce and...

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MENA’s AgriTech Revolution Captures VC Attention and Dollars
MENA’s AgriTech Revolution Captures VC Attention and Dollars
May 04, 2023  |  Startups

Total investment raised by startups in the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA) and broader Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) area crossed the $3 billion...

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eBay-Backed Cudoni Shuts Down, Highlighting Growing Competition in Luxury Resale  
eBay-Backed Cudoni Shuts Down, Highlighting Growing Competition in Luxury Resale  
April 24, 2023  |  eCommerce

Back in January, Cudoni, a startup based in London, added eBay to its roster of investors with a $9 million fundraise. Today, the company no...

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Yonder Raises $77 Million to Expand Credit Offering Beyond London
Yonder Raises $77 Million to Expand Credit Offering Beyond London
April 17, 2023  |  Credit Cards

British credit card startup Yonder has raised £62.5 million (about $77 million) to continue its growth. The firm will invest £12.5 million in growing its...

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