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Perfect Corp Going Private: What the Deal Signals

Perfect Corp going private is the latest sign that even well known technology names are rethinking what public market life offers them. The AI beauty and augmented reality software company has entered into a merger agreement with ProjectNY, an entity owned by its own chief executive. For anyone watching the marketplace and retail tech space, […]

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Generative AI Advertising: Dollar Shave Club’s Playbook

Generative AI advertising is no longer a novelty reserved for tech giants. Dollar Shave Club, the grooming brand known for its irreverent tone, has been experimenting with generative tools to sharpen its creative output and reclaim a distinct brand voice. Chief Brand and Innovation Officer Laura Higgins recently described how the company is rethinking its […]

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DeepSeek IPO Plans Signal AI Sector’s Next Big Bet

DeepSeek is reportedly working through the early stages of a fundraising round that could bring in roughly $1.5 billion, with a valuation near $71 billion attached to the deal. According to reports, the Chinese large language model developer is also eyeing a public offering in 2027. Together, the DeepSeek IPO plans point to a company […]

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Nous Research Funding Signals a Bigger AI Bet

The latest Nous Research funding round is turning heads across the tech world. The company behind the Hermes agent is reportedly in talks to raise at least $75 million at a $1.5 billion valuation, with Robot Ventures leading the round and USV joining alongside other notable backers. For small business owners tracking where technology dollars […]