Not many ecosystems outside of Silicon Valley can boast successful tech startups launched by founders while still in school or shortly after dropping out. So, when such events occur in regions like the Middle East or Africa, the companies are worth paying attention to. A decade ago, Islam Shawky, Alain El Hajj, and Mostafa Menessy, […]
Creator startup Spotter raises another $7.4M
Spotter, a startup that underwrites creators and offers AI tools, raised $ 7.4 million, according to a Form D filing viewed by TechCrunch. A representative for Spotter confirmed the filing’s legitimacy, but did not offer further details. This additional funding is much smaller than Spotter’s most recent raise, a $ 200 million Series D round […]
Why Apple added yet another button to the iPhone 16
Apple giveth and taketh away — particularly when it comes to ports and buttons. The company has long taken a “less is more” approach to any detail that might disrupt its devices’ feng shui. The company is feeling a lot more bullish about buttons these days. After introducing the Action Button on the Apple Watch […]
Miami-based AI bookkeeping startup finally has raised another big round: $200M in equity and debt
The SMB-focused bookkeeping, accounting and finance startup finally has raised $ 50 million in a Series B round of funding and secured a $ 150 million credit line, TechCrunch is the first to report. The financing comes just seven months after the fintech company announced it had raised $ 10 million in funding, and brings […]
Just Another Fashion Trend BLACKPINK’s Jennie Started
Although K-Pop idols are known for their music and entertaining fans, there is no denying that they’re also a huge influence in a variety of ways. One group that has always been known as true trendsetters is BLACKPINK. Ever since they debuted, the members have showcased their love of fashion and reflected their personality through their […]