OnlyFans Revenue Rises 160% in 2021
OnlyFans said revenue soared 160%, while performers on the adult content site earned nearly $4 billion in 2021.
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Microsoft Faces Questions from UK Regulator Over Activision Deal
The same regulator has previously moved to block Meta’s acquisition of Giphy.
Alibaba’s Southeast Asia Unit Lazada Eyes European Expansion
Alibaba needs to look for growth overseas as the company is facing a bleak outlook in China.
U.S. Bans Nvidia, AMD From Selling Certain AI Chips to China
The orders come amid a fight over chip supremacy between the U.S. and China and roughly a month after the U.S. passed the CHIPS and Science Act.
Rubrik Passes $400 Million in Subscription Sales, Launches Security Unit
After starting out as a startup focused on helping companies manage their data, Rubrik is now playing up its cybersecurity capabilities.
The Wing, a Controversial Co-Working Startup, Shuts Down
The Wing had raised over $100 million in venture capital for its female-focused co-working spaces.
DC Attorney General Sues Michael Saylor, Microstrategy for Tax Evasion
The lawsuit alleges that Saylor avoided paying $25 million in taxes over more than 15 years
Cybersecurity Startup Lacework’s Sales Chief Steps Down
Lacework, which laid off 20% of its staff in May, is searching for a new sales chief while its co-CEO David Hatfield holds that role on an interim basis.
SeatGeek Raises $238 Million After Canceled SPAC Deal
The ticketing platform’s new funding gives it a lower valuation than what it sought in failed SPAC deal
Snap Lays Off 20% of Staff, Cuts Projects
Snap announced a restructuring that includes cutting a fifth of its workforce and discontinuing several projects, including Snap Originals shows, games and its new flying camera drone.
U.S. Regulators to Inspect Alibaba’s Audits After Washington’s Deal With Beijing
The move comes after Washington and Beijing last week reached an agreement to allow U.S. accounting regulators to inspect China-based audits.
Apple’s Chief Privacy Officer to Leave For Law Firm
The departure comes amid Apple’s efforts to promote privacy as a defining feature of its products.
Baidu’s Revenue Drops as China’s Economic Slowdown Hurts Tech Giants
Baidu's revenue decline, which comes after similar results from Alibaba and Tencent, reflects the tough business climate for China's tech sector.
Snap Planning 20% Layoff
The social media firm plans to begin laying off around 20% of its employees on Wednesday as its shares have plummeted more than 75% this year.
CrowdStrike Revenue Rises 58% as Security Giants Largely Escape Broader Slowdown
CrowdStrike and its rival Palo Alto Networks continue to be big cash machines.
DataRobot Shakeup Continues as Four Board Members Depart
The board members are departing a month after CEO Dan Wright stepped down amid controversy over stock sales last year.
Shopping App Nate Making Fresh Round of Job Cuts
The startup is also slashing its marketing spend and reducing contracts with outside engineering talent.
Amazon Backer Madrona Adds Managing Director, Plans Palo Alto Office
Madrona Venture Group has hired Karan Mehandru from New York-based hedge fund Steadfast Capital Management.
Gopuff Seeks $300 Million Credit Line
Delivery startup is seeking fresh cash as initial public offering plans remain on ice.
Elon Musk Cites Fraud in Second Termination Notice to Twitter
Twitter whistleblower allegations are a breach of contract according to Musk’s lawyers.
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