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Jun 03 2026BUSINESS

From Dorm Room Parties to Big Stage Dreams

Adam Lynn didn’t wait to turn 30 to start building his empire. While most students worried about exams, he was busy turning college backyards into ticketed events. His first real money-maker came from organizing a Wiz Khalifa show in college, netting $4, 000. But his real breakthrough wasn’t just ma

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Apr 14 2026FINANCE

Payroll tech tool lands $6M to simplify finance work

A London startup called Round just raised $6 million to make life easier for finance teams. Their software connects to banks, payroll systems, and accounting tools. Instead of clicking through many screens, companies set rules once—like payment deadlines and minimum cash levels—and Round handles the

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Nov 19 2025CRYPTO

Kraken's Big Money Move: What's Next for Crypto?

Kraken, a major player in the crypto exchange world, just scored a huge $200 million investment from Citadel, a big name in traditional finance. This isn't their first big win though. Just a few months ago, they raised a whopping $600 million, bringing their total to $800 million in recent funding r

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Dec 18 2024BUSINESS

Why Databricks CEO is Waiting Until 2025 to Go Public

Databricks recently raised a massive $10 billion in funding. Investors are curious about the company's IPO plans. CEO Ali Ghodsi explained why he's holding off until at least 2025. He wants stability and thinks 2024 is too uncertain. This year was an election year, and people are worried about inter

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