Paris-based VC firm Breega is launching a $75 million fund to invest in early-stage startups in Africa, with 70% of the capital already committed at the first close, the firm revealed to…
Tech Crunch – PQShield secures $37M more for ‘quantum resistant’ cryptography
Malicious hacking is getting increasingly sophisticated, and that’s leading to a very clear trend in security technology. To keep people and organizations safe, security also has to continue advancing its own complexity. …
Tech Crunch – ‘Lawyer-in-the-loop’ startup Wordsmith wants to bring AI paralegals to all employees
Wordsmith, a fledgling Scottish legal tech startup, has somehow managed to attract the backing of two well-known venture capital firms. The startup targets in-house legal teams and law firms with an AI…
Tech Crunch – Hero wants to save the day for companies facing a working capital crunch
Hero, a new fintech startup based in Paris, is announcing an €11.3 million all-equity funding round led by Valar Ventures ($12.2 million at today’s exchange rate). For the past couple of years,…
The Athletic MiLB News – MLB Draft Combine notes: Bryce Rainer not feeling the pressure, Jack Findlay returns
Rainer hasn’t completely ruled out pitching, though he is a top-10 talent as a shortstop. Plus, notes on bullpens and batting practices. Read: Read More
KTSM News – Vehicle on fire at Bridge of the Americas
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – A vehicle is on fire at the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) Wednesday evening, June 19, according to fire dispatch. Photos courtesy of Sheccid Alvidrez KTSM viewer…
Tech Crunch – General Catalyst makes India push with Venture Highway merger
General Catalyst, a Silicon Valley venture capital group, is expanding its presence in India by joining forces with a local venture firm and earmarking more than $500 million for investments in the…
Yard Barker – Ohio State safety Caleb Downs could play a role on offense in 2024
Ohio State safety Caleb Downs is one heck of a player. He, of course, hasn’t shown that yet in a game for the Buckeyes, but the resume he built as a freshman…
KTSM News – El Paso Electric is prepared to deliver energy during hot summer months
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – El Paso Electric (EPE) implemented “comprehensive preparations” to meet the anticipated high demand for electricity while dealing with potential disruptions during the forecasted 2024 high-heat summer months,…
KTSM News – State, local leaders briefed on firefighting progress for Ruidoso wildfires
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KTSM) — On Wednesday afternoon, June 19, a number of New Mexico state and local leaders were briefed by Otero County officials on the relief status concerning the two…