Egyptian fintech firm, Bokra, recently announced a pre-seed funding round of $4.6 million backed by DisrupTech Ventures and SS Capital. The funds purpose is to disrupt wealth management in the MENA region through goal-based investment and saving solutions using asset-backed securities. This demonstrates strong investor confidence in Bokra’s potential to
The entrepreneurial spirit is blossoming across America, evidenced by a marked rise in small business ownership, especially among women and minorities. This surge in entrepreneurial engagements is fostering innovation and fortifying local economies. While undertaking such ventures often presents challenges, the resilience and creativity of these business owners are nothing
Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States have experienced unprecedented growth, with Monday’s net inflow shooting past the $62 million mark. Such a considerable upswing is probably a result of intensifying investor eagerness, this now even begins to excel over the highs experienced during the pre-bitcoin halving week.
The UK pound to US dollar (GBPUSD) exchange pair has recently plummeted to a low of 1.23, signaling a significant drop compared to the previous week’s exchange rate. Debate among experts has ensued with predictions ranging from a further devaluation of the GBPUSD pair to an impending recovery. This fluctuation
In today’s fluctuating global economy, the forex pair EUR/USD is performing uncertainly. It’s currently hovering around the 1.0650 mark, showing signs of a negative market sentiment. This ambiguity is due to a mix of geopolitical events, global market trends, and economic policies. Therefore, traders need to exercise caution and keep
In a recent Reddit post, a user anonymously detailed an unsettling incident they experienced at work – a public humiliation by their manager over a disagreement on design patterns. This public confrontation was perceived as an attempt by the manager to assert dominance, disrupting the workplace atmosphere and causing emotional
Chip startup Rivos has successfully navigated a lawsuit levied by Apple, which claimed that Rivos poached Apple engineers and misused confidential knowledge, charges which Rivos denied. Despite the lawsuit, Rivos has managed to hold its own in the fiercely competitive tech industry, gaining considerable market share and strengthening its reputation.
A report from the Social Security Administration shows a slight rise in recipients qualifying for benefits due to age while also showcasing a net decrease overall. This data speaks to the strength of the American labor market, suggesting that more older individuals are continuing to work rather than relying on
Imagine a digital capsule for your virtual life. That’s the aim of tech startup, Echodify. Founded by Kevin and Lisa Desforges, Echodify came about following the loss of their mother and the desire to preserve her digital legacy. The startup provides a space for preserving digital artefacts, like blog posts,
Emerging entrepreneur, Jeremy Carlson, winner of the ‘Entrepreneurs in the making’ contest, is preparing to host a business pitch competition in Rexburg on April 21, 2024. A grand opportunity for high school students to bring forth their unique business concepts, with a rewarding cash prize of $1,000 for the ultimate