All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Blackstone acquires Cvent stake from Vista in $1.3bn deal 

Vista initially invested in Cvent in 2016, purchasing the company for approximately $1.7bn.

US Senate passes tax bill to boost chip industry incentives 

The legislation raises the investment tax credit for chipmakers to 35% from 25%, surpassing the 30% increase proposed in an earlier draft. 

xAI raises $10bn in debt and equity to bolster AI initiatives  

xAI will use the funds to support its development of advanced AI solutions, including the establishment of one of the world’s largest data centres.  

Cato Networks raises $359m Series G funding at $4.8bn valuation 

This latest investment brings Israel-based Cato Networks’ total funding to more than $1bn.

OpenAI reportedly reviewing its researcher’s compensation

OpenAI chief research officer Mark Chen addressed the issue in an internal message, acknowledging the growing anxiety among staff.  

Altimetrik to acquire SLK Software

The acquisition is set to enhance Altimetrik’s capabilities by merging its AI-focused engineering approach with SLK’s technology services stack.

Meta faces potential daily fines from EU

The model, which is under scrutiny, lets users choose between free, ad-funded service or paying for an ad-free experience.

HPE and Juniper finalise settlement with US DOJ on $14bn merger

Under the settlement, HPE will divest its “Instant On” global campus and branch WLAN business within 180 days.

CoreWeave resumes discussions to acquire Core Scientific

CoreWeave reopens acquisition discussions with Core Scientific following last year’s rejection of an undervalued offer.

Zama secures $57m for blockchain encryption technology 

The funding, co-led by Blockchange Ventures and Pantera Capital, brings Zama’s total funding to more than $150m and its valuation to more than $1bn.