Starting next month, dating app Hinge will begin rolling out a new profile verification feature to combat a surge in fake accounts. Dubbed “Selfie Verification,” the feature will prompt users to upload a video of themselves, which the app, with a combination of machine learning and human oversight, will use to confirm they look like… Continue reading Hinge is adding video identity verification to combat scam accounts and catfishing
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HK’s new listing regime may not be game changer for startups, investorsExperts foresee years of wait-and-see before HK thrives under a tech-friendly l…
The Hong Kong government’s new initiatives including a $3.8-billion industry development fund and revamp of listing norms may not be a game changer for the city’s startups and their venture investors seeking exits at a time of market volatility. Hong Kong chief executive John Lee announced a series of measures to spur the city’s economic… Continue reading HK’s new listing regime may not be game changer for startups, investorsExperts foresee years of wait-and-see before HK thrives under a tech-friendly l…
Southeast Asia’s startup funding hits seven-quarter low in Q3 at $3.7b
Fundraising by Southeast Asia’s privately held companies dipped to a seven-quarter low in the July-September period amid a worsening macroeconomic environment, finds the latest report by DealStreetAsia – DATA VANTAGE. Startups in the region secured $3.72 billion in venture capital funding in the third quarter, down 22% from the previous quarter and 36.4% year on… Continue reading Southeast Asia’s startup funding hits seven-quarter low in Q3 at $3.7b
Ohio SERS commits $75m to Carlyle’s latest Asia-focused fund
Photo: Reuters Mars W. Mosqueda Jr. 26 October, 2022 US pension fund School Employees Retirement System (SERS) of Ohio has approved a total commitment of $75 million to the latest Asia-focused vehicle of alternative investment giant Carlyle Group. According to Ohio SERS’ board meeting highlights, the commitment to Carlyle Asia Partners Growth II was part… Continue reading Ohio SERS commits $75m to Carlyle’s latest Asia-focused fund
China’s CR Beer in $1.7b deal for 55% of baijiu spirit maker
China Resources Beer Holdings said on Tuesday its unit agreed to acquire a 55.19% stake in Chinese “baijiu” liquor maker Guizhou Jinsha Jiaojiu Winery Industry for about $1.7 billion, as it diversifies alcohol businesses with non-beer assets. China Resources Wine Holdings Limited would boost capital in Jinsha Jiaojiu by 1.03 billion yuan ($141.70 million), after which it would… Continue reading China’s CR Beer in $1.7b deal for 55% of baijiu spirit maker
Helbiz’s Wheels acquisition fails to impress investors
Helbiz’s deal to buy Wheels has officially gone through, and with it some promises from the shared micromobility operator to its investors that the tie up will double its annual revenue and help it reach profitability. Helbiz is hardly the only shared micromobility operator battling to achieve profitability. It’s a situation that most companies in… Continue reading Helbiz’s Wheels acquisition fails to impress investors
Starlink satellite internet for moving vehicles launches in December
/ The company’s RV offering is getting a new capability — but it won’t be cheap. Image: SpaceX SpaceX has announced that its Starlink for RVs satellite internet service will be available for moving vehicles starting in December 2022. While you’ve been able to mount one of the satellite dishes onto or outside of a… Continue reading Starlink satellite internet for moving vehicles launches in December
iOS 16.2 adds a way to report inadvertent Emergency SOS activations
/ Apple’s new car crash detection feature can be genuinely helpful, but it has contacted emergency services while people are riding roller coasters and don’t actually need help If the feature didn’t trigger at the right time, you’ll be able to report that.Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Apple’s next major iOS update,… Continue reading iOS 16.2 adds a way to report inadvertent Emergency SOS activations
The numbers are in: the heat is taking a heavy toll on health and incomes
/ Heat spells are increasingly costing people their lives and livelihoods, a new report finds A person experiencing homelessness sleeps in the sun during a heatwave in Portland, Oregon, on Monday, June 28th, 2021. Maranie Staab/Bloomberg via Getty Images We can clearly see how big of a toll heat takes on health and employment around the… Continue reading The numbers are in: the heat is taking a heavy toll on health and incomes
Lyft relaunches monthly subscription plan at half the price
Ride-hail giant Lyft has relaunched Lyft Pink, its monthly subscription plan, at half of its previous price. At $9.99 per month or $99 per year, the new membership offers perks like free priority pickups and a discount of “at least” 5% on Preferred, Lux and XL rides, the company said Tuesday. Members will also receive… Continue reading Lyft relaunches monthly subscription plan at half the price