CapWay, a Y Combinator-backed fintech that sought to bring financial services to those in so-called “banking deserts,” has been shut down, according to its founder Sheena Allen. Allen wrote about it on LinkedIn and confirmed to TechCrunch. “I am proud of the work we were able to accomplish, but honestly disappointed that we couldn’t complete […]
Archives for 17th October 2024
Darren Bent, a beach ball, and a 'nightmare' goal that would go down in history: When Sunderland beat Liverpool on this day in 2009
One of the most infamous goals in Premier League history was scored on this day in 2009. Liverpool travelled to in-form Sunderland for a game at the Stadium of Light looking to improve on their rocky form under Rafael Benitez following consecutive losses to Chelsea and Fiorentina in the UEFA Champions League. Their opponents were […]
Accel eyes stake in India’s Truemeds at $330 million valuation
According to half a dozen sources, Accel, the global venture firm, is in advanced discussions to lead a funding round of $ 30 million to $ 40 million in Truemeds, an Indian online pharmacy that’s focused on providing customers with more affordable generic alternatives to costly branded medications. The talks are currently centered on a […]
Is Pep Guardiola leaving Man City? Contract length, Begiristain exit and 115 charges loom over future
Over the course of eight completed seasons at Manchester City, Pep Guardiola has met and surpassed the loftiest of expectations. It’s easy to forget that trophless first season in 2016/17, the “I am not a coach for the tackles” press conference and a sense among voluble sections of the English football commentariat that Guardiola’s doctrine […]
Real Madrid Back Kylian Mbappe Amid Swedish Rape Investigation Reports
Real Madrid have, for the moment at least, given their support to star forward Kylian Mbappe since the Swedish media reported that he is being investigated for an alleged rape during a visit to Stockholm. The reigning European champions, who have not commented publicly on the reports, do not appear to be overly concerned about […]