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Anthropic Secures $2 Billion Funding Round, Valuation Soars to $6 Billion, Entering Top 5 US Startups
Anthropic Secures $2 Billion Funding Round, Valuation Soars to $6 Billion, Entering Top 5 US StartupsJanuary 8AI startup Anthropic is securing a $2 billion funding round, sources reveal, catapulting its valuation to a staggering $6 billionmore than triple its valuation a year ago. The round is led by Lightspeed Venture Partners...
Industry dynamics 2025-01-08 16:38:44 -
China Construction Bank (CCB) Files Blockchain Payment Patent: Enhancing Cross-Border Payment Efficiency, Reducing Costs, and Clarifying Responsibility
China Construction Bank (CCB) Files Blockchain Payment Patent: Enhancing Cross-Border Payment Efficiency, Reducing Costs, and Clarifying ResponsibilityChina Construction Bank Corporation (CCB) filed a patent application in September 2024 for a payment method, device, electronic equipment, and storage medium, with publication number CN119250808A. This patent, published on January 8, 2025, by the State Intellectual Property Office of China, falls under the blockchain technology domain and aims to revolutionize payment methods, enhancing cross-border payment efficiency, reducing costs, and clarifying liability...
Blockchain 2025-01-08 16:14:32 -
CES 2025: Samsung's AI Strategy Undergoes a Major Upgrade, Creating a Full-Scene Smart Ecosystem
CES 2025: Samsung's AI Strategy Undergoes a Major Upgrade, Creating a Full-Scene Smart EcosystemSamsung first integrated numerous AI features into its Galaxy S24 series, subsequently expanding AI applications across its product line. At CES 2025, Samsung showcased its AI-powered, full-scene smart ecosystem, demonstrating its latest achievements and future direction in artificial intelligence...
Mobile Internet 2025-01-08 15:21:34 -
The Small-Screen Flagship Phone Market to Explode in 2025: OnePlus's Upcoming Compact Flagship to Directly Compete with Xiaomi 15?
The Small-Screen Flagship Phone Market to Explode in 2025: OnePlus's Upcoming Compact Flagship to Directly Compete with Xiaomi 15?Industry predictions suggest that while several brands may release small-screen flagship phones by the end of 2024, alongside the Xiaomi 15, these will be short-lived. The real boom is expected in 2025, with not only iterations of existing models but also the entry of numerous brands with their first compact flagships, including the highly anticipated OnePlus small-screen flagship...
Mobile Internet 2025-01-08 14:16:55 -
Bitcoin Price Plunges: Nearly 190,000 Liquidated, $599 Million Wiped Out What's Next?
Bitcoin Price Plunges: Nearly 190,000 Liquidated, $599 Million Wiped Out What's Next?In the early hours of January 8th, Bitcoin experienced a dramatic price rollercoaster, plummeting below the $97,000 mark. At the time of writing, it stands at $96,653...
Blockchain 2025-01-08 14:09:00 -
Shanghai Wanxiang Blockchain Applies for Patent on "Intelligent Invoice Status Monitoring and Anomaly Handling," Enhancing Factoring Efficiency
Shanghai Wanxiang Blockchain Applies for Patent on "Intelligent Invoice Status Monitoring and Anomaly Handling," Enhancing Factoring EfficiencyOn January 8, 2025, the State Intellectual Property Office of China revealed that Shanghai Wanxiang Blockchain Co., Ltd...
Blockchain 2025-01-08 13:03:38 -
2025 Large-Scale Equipment Upgrade and Consumer Product Trade-in Policy: Detailed Interpretation of Mobile Phone and Digital Product Subsidies
2025 Large-Scale Equipment Upgrade and Consumer Product Trade-in Policy: Detailed Interpretation of Mobile Phone and Digital Product SubsidiesOn January 8th, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and the Ministry of Finance jointly issued a notice on the intensified and expanded implementation of a large-scale equipment upgrade and consumer product trade-in policy in 2025. A key focus is the subsidy scheme for mobile phones and other digital products...
Mobile Internet 2025-01-08 11:31:46 -
Hunan Data Industry Group Applies for "Automated Smart Contract Generation" Patent, Boosting Blockchain Development Efficiency
Hunan Data Industry Group Applies for "Automated Smart Contract Generation" Patent, Boosting Blockchain Development EfficiencyOn January 8, 2025, the State Intellectual Property Office of China revealed that Hunan Data Industry Group Co., Ltd...
Blockchain 2025-01-08 11:08:48 -
New National Policies Boost Consumption with Subsidies! Up to 500 for Phones, 2000 for Computers, and More!
New National Policies Boost Consumption with Subsidies! Up to 500 for Phones, 2000 for Computers, and More!In 2025, the Chinese government will further stimulate consumption by expanding its trade-in and purchase subsidy programs. On January 8th, the State Council Information Office held a press conference where officials from the National Development and Reform Commission, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Commerce, People's Bank of China, and State Administration for Market Regulation detailed these beneficial policies...
Industry dynamics 2025-01-08 10:56:42 -
Apple's upcoming iPhone SE4 (or iPhone 16E): The end of the "small-screen flagship"?
Apple's upcoming iPhone SE4 (or iPhone 16E): The end of the "small-screen flagship"?Apple's soon-to-be-released iPhone SE4 (or iPhone 16E) is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated tech releases recently. This highly anticipated phone is set to debut Apple's own 5G modem and offers a compelling price-to-performance ratio, attracting significant consumer interest...
Mobile Internet 2025-01-08 09:59:32 -
Tech News Roundup: January 8, 2025
Tech News Roundup: January 8, 2025Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, saw a flurry of significant tech news, from Xiaomi's multi-million dollar tech award to Nvidia's new graphics card release and even a report claiming China has the highest average national IQ. This article provides a detailed overview of today's top tech stories...
Mobile Internet 2025-01-08 08:39:53 -
Apple Confirms Early Release of iPhone SE 4 and iPad 11: Possibly Launching in April
Apple Confirms Early Release of iPhone SE 4 and iPad 11: Possibly Launching in AprilOn January 8th, IT Home reported that Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman responded to recent rumors suggesting that Apple's new iPhone SE 4 and iPad 11 would launch in April alongside iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18...
Mobile Internet 2025-01-08 06:35:11
