All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Sentient Labs raises $85m in seed funding

The startup is focused on creating an open-source platform that allows developers to be compensated for their contributions to AI tools. 

AI startup Magic in talks to raise more than $200m at $1.5bn valuation 

This is despite the startup having no revenue and no products currently for sale.

Nvidia faces antitrust charges in France over alleged anti-competitive practices 

Nvidia’s demand has surged following the release of the generative AI application ChatGPT, leading to increased regulatory scrutiny in various regions. 

Ampere partners with LGES and CATL for advanced LFP battery tech 

This partnership is aimed at addressing market volatility and the rapid evolution of battery technologies. 

BlackRock to acquire Preqin for $3.2bn to advance private market data capabilities 

Preqin founder Mark O’Hare will join BlackRock as a vice chair.  

Singapore-based Silicon Box to set up €3.2bn chip facility in Italy 

The investment is expected to generate around 1,600 semiconductor jobs at the new manufacturing site and create additional jobs indirectly through supplier and construction activities. 

Nokia agrees to acquire Infinera in $2.3bn deal 

The company expects the deal to bolster its optical networks business by 75%, expediting product development and expanding offerings.  

AI start-up Helsing in talks to raise $500m at a $4.5bn valuation 

Accel and Lightspeed are poised to be new investors, with General Catalyst, an existing supporter, likely to join the round. 

CData Software secures $350m in funding led by Warburg Pincus 

The company intends to use the funds to accelerate development of its new data integration solutions for its customers.  

Volkswagen to invest $5bn in EV maker Rivian

The partnership is anticipated to expedite the development of advanced software for Rivian and Volkswagen.