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Pantera-Backed Crypto Startup Faces Backlash After Single Entity Claims Majority of Airdrop Tokens

A prominent crypto startup backed by leading venture firm Pantera Capital has come under scrutiny this week after an anonymous entity reportedly claimed 60% of its airdropped tokens—triggering accusations of manipulation and raising questions about the project’s internal safeguards and transparency. According to a report titled “Pantera-backed Web3 Startup Silent After Entity Claims 60% of…

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Ramp Soars to $32 Billion Valuation in Just Three Months as Fintech Momentum Accelerates

Ramp, the corporate finance automation platform, has reached a staggering valuation of $32 billion following its latest funding round, marking a sharp ascent in the competitive fintech landscape. The milestone comes just three months after the New York-based company was valued at $22.5 billion, underscoring investor confidence in Ramp’s rapid growth and market potential. According…

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Tribe Stays Secures $2.8 Million to Expand Premium Co-Living Spaces for Students and Young Professionals in India

Tribe Stays, a co-living platform catering to students and young professionals, has secured $2.8 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by Artha Venture Fund and Riverwalk Holdings. The funding announcement, first reported in the article “Tribe Stays Raises $2.8 Mn Led By Artha Venture and Riverwalk” on StartupNews.fyi, marks a significant step in…

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Animal Crossing New Horizons Receives Limited Time Discount on Woot Ahead of Holiday Season

In a notable development for Nintendo enthusiasts and budget-conscious gamers, the acclaimed title “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” is now available at a discounted price through a limited-time sale hosted by Woot, an Amazon-owned online retailer. As first reported in Startup News FYI under the headline “Animal Crossing: New Horizons for Nintendo Switch Is Now on…

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Ranjan Pai’s Family Office Injects INR 250 Crore into Aakash as BYJU’S Edtech Restructuring Unfolds

Billionaire investor Ranjan Pai’s family office is set to invest INR 250 crore in Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), marking another strategic move in India’s fast-evolving edtech sector. As reported in “Ranjan Pai’s Family Office to Pump INR 250 Cr in Aakash” by StartupNews.fyi, the capital infusion comes at a time when discussions surrounding AESL’s…

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BharatAgri Closure Highlights Challenges Facing Agritech Startups Amid Funding Drought in India

BharatAgri, a prominent agritech startup based in India, has officially ceased operations due to a prolonged funding crunch, according to a report published by Startup News Fyi titled “BharatAgri Shuts Down Operations Amid Funding Crunch.” The closure marks a significant moment in the country’s startup ecosystem, highlighting the increasing financial pressures facing even well-regarded ventures…

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WeMakePrice Bankruptcy Marks the Fall of a Former E-Commerce Pioneer in South Korea

South Korean e-commerce firm WeMakePrice has officially been declared bankrupt by the Seoul Bankruptcy Court, marking the end of a once-prominent player in the nation’s online retail sector. The ruling, issued on Monday, follows a protracted period of financial turmoil for the company, which had struggled for years to maintain competitiveness amid rising costs and…

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From Accord to Alliance How UAE Investment is Transforming Israel’s Startup Ecosystem

In a recent surge of investment, Israeli startups have, somewhat unexpectedly, attracted significant foreign interest, particularly from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This comes just three years after the Abraham Accords were signed, heralding a new era of economic and diplomatic ties between Israel and several Arab states. The accord, which was initially met with…

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