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Saudi Arabia attracted $860 million in venture capital funding in the first half of 2025, surpassing its total for 2024 and accounting for 56 percent of all VC deployed in the MENA region. The country recorded 114 VC deals, supported by government initiatives under Vision 2030 and organizations like Saudi Venture Capital. Saudi Arabia also ranked first globally in growth of international tourism receipts in early 2025 compared to 2...

Saudi Arabia secured $860 million in venture capital funding during the first half of 2025, surpassing its total for 2024 and capturing 56 percent of all VC deployed in the MENA region. The country recorded 114 venture capital deals in six months, driven by government initiatives under Vision 2030 and support from Saudi Venture Capital. Saudi Arabia also ranked first globally in growth of international tourism receipts, reflecting ...

Meta announced the construction of Hyperion, a data center expected to provide five gigawatts of computational power, and plans to launch the Prometheus super cluster in 2026. These projects are designed to strengthen Meta's artificial intelligence capabilities and compete with companies like OpenAI and Google DeepMind. The data centers require significant energy and water resources, with reports of local impacts such as water shor...

The BBJ Women's Summit 2025 will feature Jesse Draper as a keynote speaker and include panels on leadership development, business scaling strategies, and access to capital. The event will provide empowerment sessions focused on networking and professional growth for women in business, and is organized by the Birmingham Business Journal to support women's advancement in the workplace.

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Samsung introduced new ultra-slim foldable smartphones and smartwatches. Amazon Prime Day 2025 concluded with high demand for both major brand products and niche tech accessories. The Nintendo Today app added daily news notifications and picture-in-picture video features. AverMedia released a portable dock for Nintendo Switch 2 that functions as a laptop charger and video capture card. Intel's CEO stated the company is no longer am...

The Boox Palma 2, a compact e-reader with a 6.13-inch ePaper display and Android 13, is available at a discounted price for Prime Day. The device features access to the Google Play Store, 128GB of storage, Bluetooth support, a fingerprint reader, and an eight-day battery life. It supports multiple file formats, including PDF, EPUB, MOBI, and DOC, and allows users to download productivity and reading apps. The Prime Day deal is avai...

Prime Day 2025 features major discounts on 4K TVs, soundbars, and streaming devices from brands including LG, Sony, Panasonic, TCL, Samsung, Roku, and Amazon. LG’s 48-inch B4 OLED is priced at $549.99, Sony’s 48-inch A90K OLED at $998, Panasonic’s 55-inch Z85 OLED at $799.99, TCL’s Mini LED QLED at $448, and Samsung’s The Frame Pro 65-inch at $1,847.99. Roku’s 55-inch 4K TV is $249.99, and Amazon’s Fire TV 4-Series 55-inch is $339....

Sony's WH-1000XM6, WH-1000XM5, and WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones are available at significant discounts during Prime Day at major retailers. The WH-1000XM6 offers upgraded drivers, improved noise cancellation, a wider headband, and a foldable design. The WH-1000XM5 provides advanced noise cancellation, clear call quality, and a non-collapsible build. The WH-1000XM4 features reliable noise cancellation, multipoint Bluetooth,...

Major retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target are offering significant discounts on Apple products such as AirPods, iPads, MacBooks, Apple Watches, and accessories during Prime Day 2025. Deals include price cuts on the latest AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, AirPods 4, Beats headphones, iPad Air, iPad Mini, MacBook Air, iMac, Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Ultra 2, AirTags, Apple Pencil Pro, and vario...

Drive Capital invests in Columbus, Ohio, by targeting overlooked regions and taking larger ownership stakes in fewer startups. The firm attracts Silicon Valley investors seeking new opportunities outside traditional tech hubs. Columbus offers a growing tech scene, diverse talent, and lower costs. Drive Capital's leadership, experienced from Sequoia Capital, evolves its strategy to leverage local resources. Increased competition and...

Amazon Prime Day 2025 features four days of technology deals on products such as earbuds, gaming laptops, robot vacuums, and smart home devices, with participation from major brands and startups. Apple introduces updates to iOS 26 and a Sleep Detection feature for AirPods, while Google expands AI Mode in Search to India. Apple TV Plus announces a seventh season of 'Slow Horses,' and Apple Arcade launches new games. Archive of Our O...

Garmin released a free Google Maps app for over 90 smartwatch models, enabling basic turn-by-turn navigation with vibration alerts and preview of upcoming turns. Users must set destinations using the Google Maps app on an Android smartphone, which must remain within Bluetooth range of the watch. The app does not support iPhones or standalone destination search on the watch. Fitness tracking features continue to operate during navig...

Montana Plants, a nursery in Missoula, specializes in native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers selected for local climate and ecosystem restoration. Andy Martinez manages plant care and soil preparation, while Jane McGuire oversees marketing and community engagement. The nursery operates seasonally, offers straightforward pricing, and provides native species to homeowners, businesses, and community groups. Montana Plants aims to suppo...

Businesses are adopting flexible strategies, leveraging digital tools such as AI and data analytics, investing in employee development and inclusive cultures, prioritizing personalized customer experiences, and implementing sustainable and ethical practices as key actions to remain competitive in response to evolving consumer expectations and rapid technological advancement.

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Rivian received a $1 billion investment from Volkswagen as electric vehicle sales showed mixed results, with the electric Hummer nearing F-150 Lightning sales and Tesla reporting a second consecutive year of declining sales. Legislative changes eliminated tax credits for electric vehicles and renewable energy incentives, affecting companies like Slate Auto. Tesla demonstrated an autonomous vehicle delivery, while startups Pebble an...

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration violated legal procedures when it ordered the rapid removal of government health websites related to gender identity, resulting in the deletion of hundreds or thousands of federal healthcare resources. The affected sites included information from agencies such as the CDC, NIH, and FDA, covering topics like mental health, HIV testing, and contraception. Healthcare professionals rep...

Syracuse Boat Tours began operating on the Seneca River and Onondaga Lake, led by Annette Peters, offering educational and sightseeing boat tours focused on local history, wildlife, and environmental stewardship. The company provides sightseeing cruises and private charters, supporting increased tourism and benefiting local businesses in Central New York. Syracuse Boat Tours emphasizes safety, sustainability, and community engageme...

José Fernando serves as Founding President of the Global Network of Guarantee Institutions and Special Honorary Chairman of the European Association of Guarantees. He consults for the World Bank and United Nations Development Programme on credit guarantees and green finance. He sits on the Advisory Committee of the European Innovation Council Equity Fund and previously served on its Investment Committee. Fernando led the creation a...

Peter Thiel and other investors are creating Erebor Bank to replace Silicon Valley Bank for startups and venture-backed companies. Coinbase acquired Liquifi to streamline token launches and compliance, following its earlier purchase of Deribit. Blockchain security firm SlowMist reported a rise in psychologically manipulative crypto scams, including fake browser extensions and tampered hardware wallets. The US Securities and Exchang...