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OpenAI raises $40bn in deal with SoftBank that values it at $300bn
Japanese investor to put $10bn at first into OpenAI and $30bn more by end of 2025 if certain conditions are met. Business live – latest updates OpenAI has raised $40bn (£31bn) through ...The Guardian - 2d -
OpenAI secures $300bn valuation after $40bn SoftBank-led funding round
Newest financing comes as ChatGPT maker seeks to become conventional for-profit companyFinancial Times - 3d -
OpenAI closes $40B funding round
OpenAI raised $40 billion from investors in its latest funding round, the ChatGPT maker announced Monday. The deal, which values the artificial intelligence (AI) company at $300 billion, was led ...The Hill - 2d -
OpenAI Closes Deal That Values Company at $300 Billion
The start-up’s valuation, which has nearly doubled in six months, shows continued enthusiasm for A.I. among investors.The New York Times - 3d -
OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record
OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.CNBC - 2d -
To Secure $40 Billion, OpenAI Must Complete For-Profit Transition by End-Year
SoftBank can reduce funding to $20 billion if OpenAI fails to fully transition by the deadline.Inc. - 5d -
$40B into the furnace: As OpenAI adds a million users an hour, the race for enterprise AI dominance hits a new gear
In a move that surprised the tech industry Monday, OpenAI said it has secured a monumental $40 billion funding round led by SoftBank, catapulting its valuation to an unprecedented $300 billion -- ...VentureBeat - 3d -
Apple loses more than $300bn in market value from Trump tariff hit
iPhone maker one of Wall Street’s biggest casualties despite Tim Cook’s efforts to court US presidentFinancial Times - 8h -
Google DeepMind’s drug discovery spin-off Isomorphic Labs raises $600mn
AI unit is boosted by first external funding round led by OpenAI-backer Thrive CapitalFinancial Times - 3d -
Plaid raises funding at $6 billion valuation, enabling some employees to cash out
Plaid announced a new funding round that values the fintech company at less than half of its peak price tag four years ago.CNBC - 12h -
NHL and Rogers announce a 12-year Canadian media rights deal through the 2037-38 season
The NHL and Rogers Communications announced a new 12-year national media rights deal Wednesday to air games on multiple platforms in Canada. The agreement, which was first reported Monday, is ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Elon Musk says xAI has acquired X in deal that values social media site at $33 billion
In a social media post on Friday, Elon Musk said his startup xAI has acquired his social media company X.CNBC - 4d -
Why Red Sox's Kristian Campbell extension makes perfect sense for Boston as top prospect signs long-term deal
CBS Sports' No. 3 prospect has already proven his value since his Opening Day debutCBS Sports - 1d -
2025 Fantasy Baseball: Week 2 trade values chart highlights a buy-low opportunity for Rafael Devers
The trade values chart aims to help you make the best value trades you canCBS Sports - 7h -
Trump tariffs could undermine Brexit deal in Northern Ireland
US president imposes two-tier rate on island of Ireland, raising concerns over impact on 1998 peace pact. Trump’s tariffs: the full list Business live – latest updates Donald Trump’s tariff ...The Guardian - 17h -
OpenAI backs deepfake cybersecurity startup Adaptive Security in new funding round
Artificial intelligence cybersecurity company Adaptive Security announced a $43 million funding round co-led by OpenAI.CNBC - 1d -
OpenAI, Anthropic target college students with latest education AI announcements
Anthropic and OpenAI both rolled out education services for college students ahead of their final exams.CNBC - 13h -
Jacksonville Jaguars rank among best in 2025 NFL draft capital value
The Jacksonville Jaguars rank among the best when it comes to 2025 NFL draft capital value.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Tennessee extends Lady Vols coach Kim Caldwell's deal after debut season
Tennessee has rewarded coach Kim Caldwell with a one-year extension through the end of the 2029-30 season that includes a pay raise after she took the Lady Vols to the Sweet 16 in her first year. ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Amazon's Nova AI agent launch puts it up against rivals OpenAI, Anthropic
The new tool, called Nova Act, will compete with other agentic AI tools launched by the likes of OpenAI and Anthropic.CNBC - 3d -
OpenAI funding round could be cut by $10 billion if for-profit conversion doesn't occur by year-end
If OpenAI doesn't restructure into an independent for-profit company by Dec. 31, its mega-financing round could be slashed by $10 billion.CNBC - 3d -
OpenAI funding round could be cut by $10B if for-profit conversion doesn't occur by year-end
OpenAI’s massive private funding round could be slashed by as much as $10 billion if the company doesn’t restructure into a for-profit entity by Dec.NBC News - 3d -
OpenAI to release open-source model as AI economics force strategic shift
OpenAI plans to release its first open-weight AI model since 2019 as economic pressures mount from competitors like DeepSeek and Meta, marking a significant strategic reversal for the company ...VentureBeat - 3d -
As Trump readies reciprocal tariffs, economists say 'value-added taxes' aren't a trade barrier
"Value-added taxes" are a common type of consumption tax used worldwide. They don't create a trade disadvantage for the U.S., economists said.CNBC - 3d -
HYBE IM raises $21M to boost publishing and IP-based games
Not long after raising $80 million, South Korea's HYBE IM has raised $21 million to boost its growth in game publishing and IP games.VentureBeat - 2d -
Experts raise alarms about eliminating FEMA
Click for more from The Hill. {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Experts raise alarms about eliminating FEMA Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s vow to ...The Hill - 3d -
‘We are thinking about it’: Euro giants’ club chief confirms interest in summer swoop for Man Utd star
INEOS are hoping to raise substantial transfer funds via player sales when the summer window opens.The likes of Jadon Sancho, whose loan deal includes a £20-25 million obligation to buy, will ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Amazon's Nova AI agent launch puts it up against rivals OpenAI, Anthropic
Amazon on Monday released a new AI model that can take actions in a web browser on a user’s behalf, a move that puts it in more direct competition with OpenAI, Anthropic and other companies that ...NBC News - 3d -
OpenAI just made ChatGPT Plus free for millions of college students — and it’s a brilliant competitive move against Anthropic
OpenAI offers free ChatGPT Plus to college students just before finals week, escalating competition with Anthropic's Claude as tech giants battle for dominance in the $80 billion education AI market.VentureBeat - 4h -
ESA Foundation raises $1.25M for kids with Nite to Unite fundraiser
The ESA Foundation celebrated its 23rd annual Nite to Unite fundraiser for children on March 18, raising $1.25 million.VentureBeat - Mar. 27 -
Chef Robotics raises $20.6 million to continue building AI robot arms
Chef Robotics has raised $20.6 million in a Series A funding round led by Avataar Ventures, the company told CNBC.CNBC - 3d -
'Fat Man Triathlon' returns to raise money for Monroe's Community Uplift Program
Money raised has gone to several programs including therapy for veterans, homeless outreach, and a program with the Sheriff's Office to mentor troubled youths.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Navarro says Trump’s tariffs will raise $6 trillion over a decade
Peter Navarro, a senior trade adviser to President Trump, said the president’s tariff plan will raise more than $6 trillion in federal revenue over the next decade. Navarro joined “Fox News ...The Hill - 3d -
Trump eyes TikTok deal
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump expects TikTok 'deal' ahead of deadline President Trump indicated he expects to reach a deal on TikTok ahead of an April 5 deadline to begin ...The Hill - 3d -
OpenAI Unveils New Image Generator for ChatGPT
The company’s chatbot can now create elaborate and unusual images.The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
Stuttgart raise asking price for Woltemade
Nick Woltemade has taken a big step forward this season, establishing himself as a key player for VfB Stuttgart and attracting interest from a number of clubs, including Bayern Munich.Around a week ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Tariffs will likely raise much less money than White House projects, economists say
White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said tariffs would raise about $600 billion to $700 billion a year. Economists say that's nearly impossible.CNBC - 1d -
Oklahoma State women's basketball coach Jacie Hoyt to get raise, contract extension
After winning 25 games and reaching the NCAA Tournament for the second time, OSU women's basketball coach Jacie Hoyt is receiving a raise and contract extension.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Trump’s De Minimis Order Could Raise Costs on Clothes and Goods From China
The loophole has allowed retailers to send goods from China directly to U.S. shoppers without paying tariffs. Closing it could raise consumer prices.The New York Times - 7h
