Catch up on the most interesting startup stories, fundraises, and VC news from the last week of 2024, including Clean Capital Certification, AI's impact on VC data, and massive funding rounds.
Nigerian startup Mecho Autotech has laid off an undisclosed number of employees due to the country's challenging macroeconomic conditions and foreign exchange volatility.
YouTube announces a new policy to remove clickbait titles and thumbnails, starting in India and expanding to more countries in the coming months.
Japanese accessory maker Sanwa Supply introduces a game-changing 240W USB-C cable with a flexible design that reduces strain and damage to ports and cables.
OpenAI previews o3 and o3-mini frontier models, boasting improved performance records, but public release date remains unknown
The European Union has given the green light to Nvidia's acquisition of Israeli AI startup Run:ai, but the deal remains stuck in the US due to Department of Justice scrutiny.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a new framework for autonomous vehicles, promising a less onerous process for companies, but requiring more data in return.
The CFPB alleges Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo failed to build proper safeguards for Zelle, resulting in massive losses to scams.
Google's Gemini app extends its in-depth research mode to 40 additional languages, enabling users to access AI-driven research assistance in their native tongues.
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