Topic: r&d investment
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IQM Quantum Computers Expands Global Ambitions Beyond Europe
IQM Quantum Computers has reached unicorn status after raising $300 million in a Series B round led by Ten Eleven Ventures, fueling its global expansion and focus on the U.S. and Asia-Pacific markets. The funding will accelerate R&D in chip fabrication, software development, and error correction ...
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Sakana AI Secures $135M to Build Japan's AI Models
A new wave of specialized AI firms, such as Tokyo-based Sakana AI, is emerging to develop models tailored for specific regions, industries, or applications, differentiating them from global tech giants. Sakana AI secured ¥20 billion (approximately $135 million) in a Series B funding round, valuin...
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TechnologyOne Achieves Global AI Trust with ISO 42001 Certification
TechnologyOne has achieved ISO 42001 certification, reinforcing its commitment to responsible AI and ethical practices to build customer trust in rapidly advancing technology. The certification, attained in just five months, positions the company as a leader in balancing innovation with risk mana...
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Zoho Founder Takes on Microsoft with Superior User Experience
Zoho's founder claims it is the only global competitor to Microsoft's product range, emphasizing superior user experience and showcasing the company's growth since 2002. The company is increasing investments in R&D for cloud infrastructure, AI, and application development to accelerate innovation...
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Carbon Removal Funding Slashed as AI Toys Emerge
Climate change threatens global agriculture, prompting companies like Pairwise to use CRISPR gene editing to develop crops resilient to extreme weather and ensure food security. Pairwise has launched milder-flavored mustard greens in the U.S. and is partnering with biotech firms to enhance staple...
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Intella Secures $12.5M Led by Prosus for AI-Powered Arabic Dialect Transcription
Intella secured a $12.5 million Series A investment led by Prosus, bringing its total funding to $16.9 million to support growth and development. The company specializes in AI-driven transcription and analytics, achieving a world-record 95.73% accuracy for Arabic dialects, which sets it apart fro...
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Datadog Hits 1,000 Integrations Milestone for Unified Observability
Datadog has launched its 1,000th integration, strengthening its leadership in unified observability across infrastructure, cloud services, security, SaaS, and AI technologies. The company is dedicated to supporting customers through their cloud adoption by continuously investing in R&D and partne...
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Experts: US 25% Nvidia Chip Tax "Makes No Sense"
The U.S. has allowed Nvidia to export its advanced H200 AI chip to China, a move critics argue accelerates China's technological progress by bridging a critical computing gap. Supporters of the policy argue it economically contains China by keeping its AI industry dependent on U.S. chips, while f...
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Kore.ai Recognized as a Leader in Cognitive Search Platforms
Kore.ai was named a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Cognitive Search Platforms, Q4 2025, achieving top scores in Strategy and Vision, highlighting its role in advancing enterprise AI with contextual and actionable user experiences. The platform's strengths include conversation-first search, advance...
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