Mastercard’s rumored acquisition of crypto infrastructure startup Zerohash represents a strategic move beyond payment rails into the underlying technology stack. This comes as traditional finance accelerates its blockchain adoption timeline. The deal could reshape how institutions access digital ass
Fubo and Hulu Live TV have officially completed their groundbreaking combination, creating a streaming powerhouse with nearly 6 million subscribers. The deal positions the new entity as the sixth-largest pay TV provider in the US, directly challenging YouTube TV’s dominance in the live streaming mar
When innovators face resistance, their success depends less on their ideas and more on the support they receive from colleagues. A groundbreaking study identifies three types of “interpersonal holding” that determine whether innovators push through or abandon their efforts.
A new chip startup backed by Peter Thiel and In-Q-Tel is attempting to vertically integrate semiconductor manufacturing. Substrate’s ambitious plan faces skepticism from industry experts who question whether this approach is sustainable in today’s complex chip ecosystem.
With 57% of German tax advisors over 50 and approaching retirement, Berlin-based AnyTax has secured €1 million in pre-Seed funding to build embedded tax solutions for financial platforms. The startup aims to address Germany’s looming tax advisory crisis through API-first infrastructure.
The tokenization infrastructure leader Securitize is taking the public route through a SPAC merger with Cantor Fitzgerald’s affiliate. This move validates the $4 billion tokenized asset market and signals institutional blockchain adoption accelerating.
As Gen Z reports record-low workplace engagement and influence, employee ownership models are emerging as a surprising solution. Companies with ESOPs show 50% higher employee tenure and dramatically improved satisfaction among younger workers.
Standard Economics, founded by former SpaceX and X employees, has raised $9 million to tackle cross-border payments for the unbanked. Their Uno app launches first in Mexico using stablecoins to eliminate fees and delays. The startup aims to create a global financial access platform.
Voyager Technologies’ acquisition of propulsion specialist ExoTerra Resources signals a major consolidation in the space defense sector. The deal positions Voyager to address critical national security gaps in space maneuverability.
Shopify’s 21% surge raises valuation alarms. While operations remain strong, stretched multiples and market saturation create headwinds. Here’s what investors should consider.
