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Quantum computing startup PsiQuantum valued at $6 billion in latest fundraise

Quantum computing startup PsiQuantum is raising at least $750 million in a funding round, valued at an estimated $6 billion pre-money, Reuters reported on Tuesday. The fundraising effort has been led by BlackRock. This round of fundraising has brought the …

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Meta’s $800M Offer To Chip Startup Was Rejected — Here’s Why

Image: James Martin/CNET Cutting‐edge South Korean AI chip startup FuriosaAI has turned down Meta’s $800 million acquisition offer, choosing its own ambitious roadmap over becoming part of the tech giant’s sprawling portfolio. This decision highlights …

Startups Address "Forever Chemicals" in Chip Manufacturing

The competition to lead in artificial intelligence is fueling the need for microchips, but the semiconductor business has an alarming environmental problem: it is a main source of "forever chemicals" that have been associated with cancer and …

Andhra’s New Policy Aims To Create 20K Startups, 10 Unicorns In Next Five Years

SUMMARY The Andhra Pradesh government has announced the AP Innovation & Startup Policy (4.0) 2024 -2029, aimed at creating 20,000 new startups in the next five years. The policy also aims to support the formation of 10 unicorns and 20 soonicorns …

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (March 25, 2025)

From RevX Capital’s Rahul Chowdhury speaking about rise of private credit in India to Ecofy’s fundraise. YourStory brings you today’s headlines with the latest developments across sectors. Featured stories  RevX Capital’s Rahul Chowdhury on the rise of …

EnSilica in optical computing ASIC deal Business news | March 25, 2025 UK design house EnSilica has signed a ...

Business news | March 25, 2025 By Nick Flaherty UK design house EnSilica has signed a multimillion-pound design and manufacturing services contract with a well-funded optical computing systems startup. The deal includes substantial design services …

Exclusive-Quantum computing startup PsiQuantum raising at least $750 million, sources say

SAN FRANCISCO :Quantum computing startup PsiQuantum is raising at least $750 million at a $6 billion pre-money valuation, according to two people familiar with the matter. BlackRock is leading the fundraising effort, which has not yet been completed, one …

Quantum startup secures venture capital

Pioneering quantum sensing startup, DeteQt, has secured three-quarters of a million dollars in pre-seed funding from Australia’s Main Sequence Ventures and US deep-tech investor ATP Fund.  Using their patented ‘diamond-on-silicon’ approach, DeteQt is …

South Korean AI Chip Startup FuriosaAI Rejects Meta’s $800 Million Acquisition Offer

South Korean startup FuriosaAI has turned down an $800 million acquisition offer from Meta Platforms Inc. The Seoul-based company, led by former Samsung and AMD engineer June Paik, has instead chosen to chart its own course as an independent player in the …

Foxconn-HCL JV Seeking EPC Partner For Semiconductor Plant

SUMMARY The Foxconn-HCL joint venture (JV) has initiated talks with L&T and Taiwanese EPC giant CTCI for a potential partnership for its upcoming semiconductor manufacturing facility Foxconn purchased a 40% stake in the JV with HCL Group for INR 312 Cr …

AI Chip Startup FuriosaAI Rejects Meta’s $800 Million Offer

(Bloomberg) — Korean chip startup FuriosaAI has turned down an $800 million takeover offer from Meta Platforms Inc (META)., choosing instead to grow the business as an independent company, a person with knowledge of the matter said. Most Read from …

Indian Tech Veterans are Abandoning Corporates for AI Startups

There is an unmistakable trend that has emerged among India’s most seasoned tech leaders. Most of it started because of the allure of building an AI startup, transitioning them from major roles in multibillion-dollar companies or even in successful …

Việt Nam’s AI & Semiconductor ambition gains global backing

By Mai Hương Việt Nam’s ambition to establish itself as a global centre for AI and semiconductor development is gaining strong support from leading technology corporations at home and abroad through investment, innovation, and strategic collaboration. The …

SoftBank Expands AI Portfolio with $6.5B Acquisition of Chip Startup Ampere

Masayoshi Son, chairman and chief executive officer of SoftBank Group. Image: SoftBank YouTube SoftBank has announced plans to acquire the chip startup Ampere for $6.5 billion in an all-cash deal that “broadens its AI infrastructure investments.” For the …

MeitY’s Chips To Startups Programme To Develop…

New Delhi, Mar 21 (KNN) The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is implementing a systematic overhaul of semiconductor design capabilities across more than 300 organisations in India, including 250 academic institutions and 65 …

Centre Doubles Down On Systematic Overhaul Of Semiconductor Design Approach

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) In a bid to make chip design a strategic necessity, the government is in the process of systematic overhaul of Semiconductor design approach at more than 300 organisations across the country - including 250 …

FuriosaAI Chooses Innovation Over Acquisition, Declines Meta's $800 Mil. Proposal

In a bold move that underscores the importance of independence and innovation, FuriosaAI, a South Korean semiconductor startup, has rejected an $800 million acquisition offer from Meta (equivalent to about 1.2 trillion won). Founded in April 2017 by …

Why FuriosaAI Rejected Meta’s $800M Acquisition Offer

South Korean semiconductor startup FuriosaAI has made headlines after rejecting an acquisition offer from Meta reportedly worth $800 million. The move signals not only the company’s ambition to remain independent, but also its broader vision to become a …

Infinnium Launches BECProfiler™: A Cutting-Edge Solution to Automate Business Email Compromise Investigations

Business Email Compromise Investigations are time consuming, manual, and costly. BECProfiler™ reduces the time to minutes and lowers cost. CHANTILLY, VA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Infinnium, a leader in AI-driven data …

Programming Genomes, the next AI frontier

Recent advances show that genomes are programmable in ways never previously imagined and amenable to AI implementations CHARLESTOWN, MA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We all learned that genomes are made up of B-DNA. The …

Nautilux by SolarisTech: Independent Compliance Intelligence Platform Now Open for Demonstration and Early Onboarding

Independent compliance platform powered by AI and blockchain now open for demos—designed to streamline audits, reduce risk, and support due diligence. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SolarisTech is now accepting …

Ravel Secures Pre-Seed Funding to Scale Purification Recycling for Blended Textiles

Funding Round Led by At One Ventures with Participation from Other Climate-focused Investors SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ravel, an early-stage company in textile recycling, announced the successful closure of …

SigniFlow and Vodafone Vanuatu Unite to Deliver Affordable eSignature and Document Digitalisation Solutions

SigniFlow partners with Vodafone Vanuatu to deliver secure, cost-effective eSignatures & document digitalisation, driving Vanuatu’s digital transformation. PORT VILA , VANUATU, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SigniFlow, a global leader …

HeartLung Technologies welcomes medical imaging and bioengineering expert Dr. Zahi A. Fayad, PHD, to the Advisory Board

HeartLung Technologies proudly announces Dr. Zahi A. Fayad, PhD, joining the advisory board to enhance AI-driven preventive healthcare solutions. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HeartLung Technologies is proud to …

NetTech Consultants Expands Managed IT Services Across Florida and Georgia

Premier IT Company now providing Managed IT Services in Jacksonville, FL, and surrounding areas. JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NetTech Consultants, Inc., a premier IT Company based in Jacksonville, FL, has …

Charge Rigs and NovaCHARGE to Unveil FLEXX Mobile DC Fast Charger at EVCS 2025 in Las Vegas

Charge Rigs & NovaCHARGE unveil the FLEXX Mobile DC Fast Charger at EVCS 2025, providing up to 120kW on-demand charging wherever it’s needed. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Charge Rigs, LLC and its first …

Robot Industries Launches RiA Agents AI: A Game-Changer in Intelligent Automation

Robot Industries introduces RiA AI agents to revolutionize business automation and enhance human potential! BERLIN, GERMANY, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robot Industries is proud to announce the launch of RiA - AI Agents for Business …

HolomaRx Debuts World's First Greeting Card with a Hologram

Revolutionary Patented Technology Brings Messages to Life NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HolomaRx, the innovative tech company at the forefront of augmented reality, is proud to announce the launch of the world …

CloudAtlas AI Guardian Now Available on Microsoft Azure Marketplace

UnifyCloud protects your AI investments with CloudAtlas AI Guardian, now accessible on Microsoft Azure Marketplace for secure and responsible AI integration. REDMOND, WA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UnifyCloud, a global …

ResponseForce1 Attains CMMC Level 2 Certification

CMMC Level 2 Certification Demonstrates Our Commitment to Security FORT WALTON BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ResponseForce1, llc Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification ResponseForce1, a leader in incident and …

PathFree Technologies Joins Octane's LaunchPad SBDC Accelerator Program, Prepares for High-Stakes Fast Pitch Event

PathFree Technologies joins Octane’s LaunchPad SBDC Accelerator, preparing to pitch AI-driven healthcare solutions to top VCs and investors at Fast Pitch. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PathFree Technologies …

ESET World 2025 Kicks Off in Las Vegas

DUBAI , DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity, today kicked off ESET World 2025 at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Taking place from March 24-27, 2025, this global …

Recession-Proof Careers: The Smart Path to Job Security in Uncertain Times for 2025 Graduates

Career Choices that are Indeed Future-Proof. FARMINGTON, CT, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- April and May are the months when dreams and reality collide for parents and graduates. With studies complete and diplomas earned, …

ASAPP OXP® Version 21 Roadmap Enhancement

Version 21, the first major Roadmap Enhancement Release of 2025. TORONTO , ONTARIO, CANADA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The ASAPP Financial Technology product team is excited to deliver Version 21, the first major Roadmap Enhancement …

شريحة eSIM تسهّل اتصال الحجاج والمعتمرين خلال موسم الحج في المملكة العربية السعودية

الحجاج والمعتمرون يستخدمون eSIM لتأمين الاتصال الفوري خلال رحلتهم إلى مكة والمدينة بأمان وسهولة. JEFFERSONVLLE, IN, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- شريحة eSIM تدعم الحجاج والمعتمرين خلال موسم الحج والعمرة بتقنية رقمية متطورة …

$150M+ One of a Kind Fund directly accepts crypto assets; 1infinity Ventures Launches First Crypto Friendly AI Fund

A Pioneering Investment Vehicle Is Converging AI and cryptocurrency. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1infinity Ventures today announced the launch of its pioneering investment platform that enables …

We-Connect’s LinkedIn Automation Tool Recognized for Ease of Use and Value by Gartner Digital Markets

We-Connect has been recognized by Gartner Digital Markets as a leader in sales automation, earning multiple commendations from Capterra and Software Advice. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We-Connect, the …

Axle AI and Archiware Launch Seamless AI-Powered Media Search and Archiving on M4 Mac Mini and Mac Studio at NABShow

Axle AI and Archiware are showing a new optimized MAM and archiving solution for Apple's M4 Mac Mini and Mac Studio at the upcoming NAB Show - SL4830 and SL3705 BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Axle AI, the …