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Miami-based data operations startup Matia has secured $10.5 million in seed funding.The startup helps companies simplify data collection and integration for AI applications.BI got an exclusive look at the 11-slide pitch deck Matia used to secure the fresh funding. Miami-based data management startup Matia has just come out of stealth…
Hezbollah on Tuesday named Naim Qassem as its chief after longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed.Qassem, a founding member of Hezbollah, was has been its deputy for more than 30 years.He has published books, ran a now-deleted YouTube channel, and gave interviews to NBC News. Hezbollah announced a new leader,…
Amy Schneider is an American software engineer and the most successful woman ever to compete on “Jeopardy!”This is an adapted excerpt from her memoir “In the Form of a Question.””In the Form of a Question” explores Schneider’s journey of leaning into curiosity as she explores numerous areas of life. I…
Jackie Cuevas shares email tips to avoid sharing personal or sensitive information at work.Cuevas advises against using targeted words in emails to prevent unintended HR issues.She also suggests being cautious with Slack and chat, as employers can access and review messages. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with…
Pulque is the oldest ancestor of two of Mexico’s most popular alcoholic drinks, tequila and mezcal. It’s not nearly as popular as the other two, but that wasn’t always the case. In the late 1800s, pulque was Mexico’s most-consumed alcoholic drink. But untrue rumors that it was fermented with feces,…
The CEOs of Southwest Airlines and American Airlines both want Boeing to deliver planes on time.Both CEOs, in the past week, say their companies have been affected by Boeing delivery delays.Boeing is facing several challenges and reported a third-quarter net loss of $6.1 billion last week. The chiefs of two…
Hoda Kotb, 60, said she used to think that she didn’t deserve her kids.The “Today” show host is the mother of two daughters, Haley, 7, and Hope, 5.Having children later has its benefits, older parents previously told Business Insider. Hoda Kotb says she struggled with imposter syndrome after having kids.The…
Elon Musk voiced his support for Donald Trump at a New York City campaign rally Sunday, but the event was underscored by crude and racist commentary from other speakers. Meanwhile, celebrities like Beyoncé and Michelle Obama are backing Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Read the full article…
As the 2024 race heats up, Trump has gained support from billionaires and wealthy business leaders.Elon Musk and a handful of Silicon Valley elite are among those rallying around the former president.Here are some of Trump’s richest donors and how much they’ve contributed to the 2024 campaign. As former President…
A vintage expert with 20 years of experience says there are telltale signs to spot a fake Hermès Birkin.She said there are things counterfeiters don’t put thought into, which can help reveal fakes.Here’s what to look out for when picking out a vintage Birkin. This as-told-to essay is based on…