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Polestar is launching an EV roadster in 2026 called the Polestar 6 Aug 17, 2022

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Electric vehicle maker Polestar said Tuesday that it is expanding its lineup to include an 884-horsepower hard-top convertible with recycled polyester upholstery.

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Meta launches Horizon Worlds in France and Spain Aug 16, 2022

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In an effort to expand its social platform for virtual reality, Horizon Worlds, Meta is launching it in France and Spain today.

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Tencent veterans secure $13M to build cross-chain decentralized identities Aug 16, 2022

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There is a host of startups working on decentralized identities for the next generation of the internet.

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Uber to sunset free loyalty program in favor of subscription membership Aug 15, 2022

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Ride-hailing giant Uber is shutting down its free loyalty program, Uber Rewards, so it can focus on its subscription-based Uber One membership.

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US unmasks alleged Conti ransomware operative, offers $10M for intel Aug 15, 2022

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The U.S. government said it will offer up to $10 million for information related to five people believed to be high-ranking members of the notorious Russia-backed Conti ransomware gang.

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Suspected Tornado Cash developer arrested in Amsterdam Aug 12, 2022

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The Dutch government agency responsible for investigating financial crimes said it has arrested a developer suspected of being involved with crypto mixing service Tornado CashÂ in a move that has rattled some crypto and privacy advocates.

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Google Meet’s new feature lets users consume YouTube and Spotify together Aug 12, 2022

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As Google continues the great merger between its Duo and Meet video communications apps, the company today announced that it’s introducing new Apple SharePlay-like live-sharing features to Meet, making it easier for call-participants to engage with content together in real time. I

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Farther, a wealth tech firm, banks $15M Series A as valuation hits $50M Aug 11, 2022

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Farther provides two sets of tools, one for advisors to expand their businesses and one for clients to invest in ways that align with their goals.

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Weedmaps for Business debuts as a SaaS suite for cannabis retailers and brands Aug 11, 2022

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Veteran cannabis tech company WM Technology is rebranding and expanding its SaaS offering to move upstream beyond its existing Weedmaps marketplace.

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Joby Aviation’s contract with U.S. Air Force expands to include Marines Aug 10, 2022

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The United States Department of Defense is deepening its relationship with electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company Joby Aviation.Â

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