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Hello everybody! Today is Wednesday and we are running around like crazy. Wow!
TechCrunch Top 3
- can you see it?: Enterprise security company Lookout sells its consumer cybersecurity business to F-Secure for $223 million. Pole Writing is “evolving now” [Lookout] Transform into a pure enterprise company focused on mobile endpoint security and cloud security.
- Hello?: Christmas comes early for iPhone and Windows users — iMessage is finally here in Windows 11, and Phone Link for iOS is rolling out globally. Sara.
- You will definitely notice this car passing by: China’s MG Motor has debuted what appears to be a green highlighter on its wheels in India. But seriously, it’s a cute little compact hatchback electric vehicle meant to navigate the country’s demanding mobility needs. jugmeat There are more.
Startups and VC
Graycroft, a self-proclaimed “seed-to-growth” venture capital firm, today announced the closing of over $1 billion in capital commitments across new funds. Kyle report. The company’s two flagship businesses, Greycroft Partners VII and Greycroft Growth IV, have closed for more than $980 million, according to co-founder and managing his partner Dana Settle. . consumer business.
Given the growing popularity of the micro-mobility industry, the Japanese government has actively worked to ease e-scooter regulations to further revitalize the sector. Kate report. From his July of this year, the country’s road traffic law will be amended to allow e-scooter users to ride without a driver’s license or helmet, as long as they maintain a top speed of 20 kilometers per hour. Luup has so far raised a total of $68 million in equity, debt and asset financing, putting the company’s valuation above his $100 million, according to sources.
Let’s see the best of the rest.
Ask Sophie: My STEM OPT expires in 30 days, what are my options?
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Dear Sophie
My STEM OPT expires in a month, but my company did not enroll me in this year’s H-1B lottery.
I don’t know what options I have now. help!
— Can’t sleep in Silicon Valley
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The story really went viral today, so there must be a lot of cat fans among our readers who need help finding cats around the house. We are launching a new cat tracking tag. Ivan report. Or maybe you’re just impressed with the long battery life. No judgment.
Speaking of fans, there are probably many “Black Mirror” fans who are looking forward to the new sixth season starting in June. If you haven’t seen this show yet, Lauren “Each episode of the satirical anthology series comments on society in one way or another, be it webcam hackers, identity theft, weird robot dogs, or issues revolving around the toxic nature of social media,” reports the report. increase.
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