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Singapore Video Startup Founded By Tencent's Former AI Head Bets Big On World Models
On paper, Video Rebirth is too small to compete in the capital-intensive AI video battleground. Less than two years old, the startup has $80 million in funding and a team of 30 operating out of its Singapore headquarters and an office in Hong Kong.
Former Infosys chief has a new startup that wants to challenge the IT services world
For decades, IT services firms made billions of dollars by allowing companies to outsource tech tasks like customizing, integrating, and maintaining enterprise software. Vishal Sikka, former CEO of Infosys, one of the largest such firms in India…
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[CONTRIBUTION] Seongsu's success comes at a cost for startups
One of the defining features of Seoul's Seongsu-dong is its abundance of pop-up stores — retail spaces that operate only for a limited time. Because the neighborhood attracts young consumers and international tourists, companies frequently…
This startup is using AI to close gaps in women's healthcare
When Kelly Lacob was 14 years old, her mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. After 14 years in remission, the cancer returned during Lacob's first year at Stanford Graduate School of Business. She graduated and moved home to care for her mother…
BlackRock Backs Secondary-Market Startup Caplight in New Round
Caplight, a startup that offers pricing data and matchmaking services for shares of private companies, has raised $16 million in a Series A round co-led by BlackRock and Fin Capital. UBS is joining as a strategic investor and partner, Caplight said…
Qualcomm to buy AI startup Modular in $4 billion deal
June 24 (Reuters) - Qualcomm said on Wednesday it would buy AI startup Modular in an all-stock deal valued at nearly $4 billion, as the chipmaker looks to diversify beyond its core smartphone business. Buying Modular pits…
Seoul revamps 'OASIS' program to turn expat tech startups into global players
When Ravi Pandit Shankar arrived in Korea, navigating the country's dense corporate laws and tax codes felt like an insurmountable hurdle. But after completing a specialized municipal program, his tech startup, Konnect — a 'super-app'…
This AI startup is offering New Yorkers free house cleaning - but there's a catch
As a longtime New York resident and admitted clean freak, I've walked into too many apartments that wouldn't look out of place on an episode of Hoarders. While there are plenty of cleaning companies that are willing to wade through all the junk in…
Qualcomm inks deal for AI startup Modular to bolster software stack, data center buildout
Qualcomm is buying AI infrastructure startup Modular to bolster its AI portfolio. Modular's tools help businesses run AI more efficiently. Qualcomm wants to expand its footprint in the data center market Qualcomm on Wednesday said it's buying…
Canada's venture capital crunch is squeezing early-stage startups
New RBCx data shows early-stage founders raised 40% less capital in Q1 2026 while funding needs remain steady TORONTO, June 24, 2026 /CNW/ - New data from RBCx reveals Canada's early-stage startup ecosystem is facing growing pressure, with both the…
Qualcomm Acquires AI Startup Modular To Challenge NVIDIA's Dominance
The battle for AI hardware is heating up, and Qualcomm just launched a direct assault on NVIDIA's dominance. The company has reached a deal to acquire Modular Inc., an AI software infrastructure startup, in an all-stock transaction that is reported…
The 10 Hottest Cloud Computing Startups Of 2026 (So Far)
An artificial intelligence cloud and model life-cycle management platform. Financial operations tools that aim to follow AI waste from cloud to coding agent. And a company taking data centers to space. Fireworks AI, PointFive and Starcloud are…
Calling all creatives: How you can win AED 80,000 for your startup in Dubai
Dubai: For any entrepreneur working in the creative and culture industry – this is your chance to boost your business and win up to AED 80,000 in funding. Dubai Culture is organising the third Al Quoz Creative Entrepreneurship Forum…
Qualcomm to buy startup Modular for $4 billion in AI software push
June 24: Qualcomm said on Wednesday it would buy AI startup Modular in an all-stock deal valued at nearly $4 billion, gaining access to software that runs AI models across chips without having to write code for each processor. Buying Modular pits…
Organised crime operating like a tech startup': EvilToken PHaaS group ramp up AI-enabled attacks by 1,380% in 2026
Huntress report highlights “EvilTokens” PhaaS scaling phishing attacks 1,380% in early 2026 compared to last year AI integration enables per‑victim personalization at scale, bypassing MFA, with subscription tiers from $600 to…
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