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- can you seeEnterprise security company Lookout is selling its consumer cybersecurity business to F-Secure for $223 million. Paul He writes, “It will improve now [Lookout] to a pure-play enterprise company” focusing on mobile endpoint security and cloud security.
- hello?Christmas comes early for iPhone and Windows users — iMessage is finally coming to Windows 11 via the Global Phone Link for iOS release, according to reports. Sarah.
- You will definitely notice this car when you drive byChina’s MG Motor has offered what looks like a green highlighter on Indian tires. But seriously, it’s a cute compact hatchback electric vehicle meant to navigate the country’s strict mobility needs. Jagmet It has more.
Startups and VCs
Greycroft, a self-proclaimed “seed-to-growth” capital firm, today announced the closing of more than $1 billion in capital commitments in new funds. Kyle Reports. The company’s two main vehicles, Greycroft Partners VII and Greycroft Growth IV, have closed more than $980 million, according to co-founder and managing partner Dana Settle – funds used to invest in early-stage and growth-stage enterprise and consumer businesses.
Given the popularity of the micro-mobility industry, the Japanese government has been working hard to loosen e-scooter regulations to further stimulate this sector. Kate Reports. From this July, the amendment to the country’s road traffic law will allow e-scooter users to ride without a driver’s license or helmet as long as they have a speed of 20 kilometers per hour. Loop has currently raised a total of $68 million in equity, debt and equity financing.
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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, and my company did not enroll me in this year’s H-1B lottery.
I’m not sure what my options are now. Help!
– Insomnia in Silicon Valley
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There must be a large number of cat lovers among our readers who need help getting their cats into the house, because this story has actually gone viral today. Tile launched a new cat tracking tag with a three-year battery life. Ivan Reports. Or you might be surprised by the long battery life. He has no judgment.
Speaking of fans, there should be plenty of “Black Mirror” fans waiting for the new sixth season, which premieres in June. For those of you who haven’t seen this show, Lauren “Each episode of the satirical anthology series comments on society in some way or another, focusing on issues such as webcam hackers, identity theft, strange robotic dogs, and social media toxicity.
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