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Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
11 hours ago

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 days ago

I scaled mental health products for millions

Entrepreneurship is often misrepresented, masking the anxiety and stress that founders experience behind the facade of autonomy and success.
fromForbes
1 day ago
Startup companies

30 Under 30 Europe Media & Marketing 2026: How Gen AI And The Creator Economy Are Forging The Next Frontier Of Media

Marius Meiners co-founded Peec.ai, an AI startup that helps brands optimize their presence in chatbot responses.
fromFast Company
2 days ago
Startup companies

Entrepreneurship was never easy, but it doesn't need to be relentless

Entrepreneurs face overwhelming mental loads and financial pressures, impacting their ability to innovate and grow their businesses.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
11 hours ago

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 days ago

I scaled mental health products for millions

Entrepreneurship is often misrepresented, masking the anxiety and stress that founders experience behind the facade of autonomy and success.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 hours ago

This startup raised $27 million to help 'solopreneurs' run their businesses with AI. Read the pitch deck.

Nuseir Yassin raised $27 million for Nas.com, an AI platform aiding solo entrepreneurs in launching online businesses without technical skills.
Startup companies
fromForbes
1 day ago

30 Under 30 Europe Media & Marketing 2026: How Gen AI And The Creator Economy Are Forging The Next Frontier Of Media

Marius Meiners co-founded Peec.ai, an AI startup that helps brands optimize their presence in chatbot responses.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Entrepreneurship was never easy, but it doesn't need to be relentless

Entrepreneurs face overwhelming mental loads and financial pressures, impacting their ability to innovate and grow their businesses.
fromTechCrunch
2 hours ago

Exclusive: This energy startup's bet on 100-year-old grid tech is paying off | TechCrunch

"We were considering multiple forms of capital when we started. It just felt like the opportunity is so large that venture capital gives us the opportunity to take those risks upfront and have the possibility to generate an outsized return."
Venture
European startups
fromTechCrunch
2 hours ago

Chipmakers AMD, Arm, and Qualcomm are all investing in this buzzy self-driving tech startup | TechCrunch

Chipmakers AMD, Arm, and Qualcomm invested $60 million in Wayve's self-driving technology, enhancing its $1.2 billion Series D funding round.
Women in technology
fromFortune
17 minutes ago

Why insurance giant Travelers' CTO is placing fewer, bigger bets on AI | Fortune

Mojgan Lefebvre transitioned from aspiring doctor to technology leader, becoming CTO at Travelers Companies and spearheading AI initiatives.
Pittsburgh Steelers
fromFast Company
4 hours ago

Pittsburgh wants to be the next tech hub. This time, it has a real shot

Pittsburgh is emerging as a technology hub, highlighted by an AI pitch competition during the NFL Draft, attracting startups and investment.
Business intelligence
fromTNW | Insider
2 hours ago

US utilities plan to spend $1.4 trillion by 2030 to power the AI boom

US investor-owned utilities plan to spend $1.4 trillion on electricity infrastructure by 2030, driven largely by data centre demand.
Digital life
fromFuturism
2 hours ago

Usually, Young People Embrace New Technology. Gen Z's Attitude Toward AI Should Worry the Entire Tech Industry

Gen Z shows significant skepticism towards AI, with many believing its risks outweigh benefits and fearing it hampers learning.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 hour ago

Jeff Raikes: AI is capturing cognition - and most companies are building a talent debt they don't see yet | Fortune

AI's rapid integration threatens long-term business success by diminishing human judgment and critical thinking in the workplace.
fromFortune
6 hours ago
Tech industry

The dirty secret behind Big Tech's AI arms race: Massive hardware investments that are obsolete in 3 years | Fortune

NYC startup
fromsfist.com
21 hours ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 hour ago

Jeff Raikes: AI is capturing cognition - and most companies are building a talent debt they don't see yet | Fortune

AI's rapid integration threatens long-term business success by diminishing human judgment and critical thinking in the workplace.
Tech industry
fromFortune
6 hours ago

The dirty secret behind Big Tech's AI arms race: Massive hardware investments that are obsolete in 3 years | Fortune

Hyperscalers are rapidly replacing hardware, leading to losses despite increased AI capital expenditures, which may harm long-term profitability.
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
21 hours ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
US Elections
fromAxios
2 hours ago

Exclusive: AI's revolution comes with risks, Sen. McCormick says

Americans have more money under Trump, but rising costs in housing, energy, and healthcare affect consumer sentiment.
Marketing tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 hours ago

This startup wants to replace marketing agencies with AI. Read the pitch deck it used to raise $4.5 million.

Uplane aims to replace marketing agencies with AI, raising $4.5 million to enhance ad campaign performance for brands.
#quantum-computing
Tech industry
fromFast Company
2 hours ago

Quantum computing stocks are back on the rise. Here's why IONQ, QBTS, RGTI, and QUBT are up

Quantum computing stocks surged significantly on World Quantum Day, driven by major announcements from IonQ and D-Wave.
OMG science
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win?

Alice & Bob is a French quantum computer company developing reliable quantum computers and expanding its facilities near Paris.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

The Quantum Computing ETF That Could Be Bigger Than AI, and 2 Tech Funds Riding the Same Wave

Quantum computing is transitioning from research to enterprise applications, with investment strategies focusing on infrastructure and diverse portfolios.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
2 hours ago

Quantum computing stocks are back on the rise. Here's why IONQ, QBTS, RGTI, and QUBT are up

Quantum computing stocks surged significantly on World Quantum Day, driven by major announcements from IonQ and D-Wave.
OMG science
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win?

Alice & Bob is a French quantum computer company developing reliable quantum computers and expanding its facilities near Paris.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

The Quantum Computing ETF That Could Be Bigger Than AI, and 2 Tech Funds Riding the Same Wave

Quantum computing is transitioning from research to enterprise applications, with investment strategies focusing on infrastructure and diverse portfolios.
Software development
fromZDNET
12 minutes ago

'Like handing out the blueprint to a bank vault': Why AI led one company to abandon open source

Cal is shifting from open source to proprietary licensing due to security risks posed by modern AI tools.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
2 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.
#tesla
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Tesla Upgraded by UBS: Is the Physical AI Giant Finally Too Cheap to Ignore?

UBS upgraded Tesla to Neutral from Sell, indicating improved risk-reward balance amid significant stock pressure.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
2 hours ago

Tesla's Biggets Robotaxi Rivals Are From China

Tesla's Robotaxi business faces global competition, particularly from Chinese companies testing in the Middle East, impacting its market position and expansion plans.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Tesla Upgraded by UBS: Is the Physical AI Giant Finally Too Cheap to Ignore?

UBS upgraded Tesla to Neutral from Sell, indicating improved risk-reward balance amid significant stock pressure.
#autonomous-vehicles
Cars
fromAxios
6 hours ago

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
23 hours ago

UK government accelerates autonomous vehicle development funding | Computer Weekly

Eight studies on autonomous vehicles in the UK received funding to accelerate connected and automated mobility services.
Cars
fromAxios
6 hours ago

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
23 hours ago

UK government accelerates autonomous vehicle development funding | Computer Weekly

Eight studies on autonomous vehicles in the UK received funding to accelerate connected and automated mobility services.
#fintech
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

PayPal Jumps 5%, Affirm Rockets 6%, SoFi Rises 4% in a Broad Payments and Fintech Rebound

Fintech stocks PayPal, Affirm, and SoFi are experiencing gains after significant declines in 2026, indicating a potential shift in investor sentiment.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
5 hours ago

Arrival secures 500,000 to untangle Britain's broken utilities market for renters

Arrival simplifies the utilities onboarding process for renters, saving time and money with a transparent pricing model.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

PayPal Jumps 5%, Affirm Rockets 6%, SoFi Rises 4% in a Broad Payments and Fintech Rebound

Fintech stocks PayPal, Affirm, and SoFi are experiencing gains after significant declines in 2026, indicating a potential shift in investor sentiment.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 hours ago

NTT Research wants to accelerate innovation with Scale Academy: SaltGrain is the first result

NTT Research launched Scale Academy to accelerate technology transition from R&D to market, introducing SaltGrain to enhance Zero Trust security.
Careers
fromFast Company
7 hours ago

The corporate skills that prepare you for solopreneur life

Corporate skills like project management and stakeholder management are valuable for solopreneurs transitioning from corporate careers.
Business
fromFortune
2 hours ago

Citi's new CFO touts AI gains as bank posts record $24.6 billion revenue quarter | Fortune

Citi reported its highest quarterly revenue in a decade, with Q1 2026 net income of $5.8 billion, exceeding estimates.
Science
fromTheregister
8 hours ago

Orbital datacenter startup admits launch economics don't fly

Orbital plans a 10,000-satellite neocloud, contingent on reduced launch costs and increased capacity from companies like SpaceX.
fromTheregister
8 hours ago

The only technology that died more times than VR is AI

Neal Stephenson argues that the metaverse is dead, particularly in light of the failure of Meta's Horizon Worlds, which raises significant concerns about the future of virtual reality.
Wearables
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The Deals You Didn't Make Are Teaching You How to Win Next Time - Use This Framework to Make It Happen

Missed opportunities can provide valuable lessons if analyzed correctly.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Goldman Says It's Time to Buy Tech. I'd Start With These Tech Deals

Goldman Sachs' Chief Equity Strategist Peter Oppenheimer has called the recent sell-off in U.S. tech stocks a rare 'buying opportunity,' suggesting that the current market conditions may favor investment in this sector.
Apple
Media industry
fromInc
1 day ago

The Content Strategy Mistake Almost Every Founder Makes

Timeliness and relevance are crucial for story selection in newsrooms, overshadowing credentials and personal achievements.
Remote teams
fromCity AM
1 day ago

Hybrid working overtakes pay in race for UK tech talent

Hybrid working is now the primary strategy for UK firms to attract tech talent, surpassing salary as a competitive factor.
#innovation
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Innovation Looks Like Hype Before It Really Works - Here's Why

Innovation progresses slower than public perception, leading to overhyped technology trends and narratives that can be difficult to change.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Can You Spot Signs of Industry Disruption Before They Happen?

Most innovation occurs in three stages: visibility, interface, and incentives, impacting industry transformation.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Innovation Looks Like Hype Before It Really Works - Here's Why

Innovation progresses slower than public perception, leading to overhyped technology trends and narratives that can be difficult to change.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Can You Spot Signs of Industry Disruption Before They Happen?

Most innovation occurs in three stages: visibility, interface, and incentives, impacting industry transformation.
#artificial-intelligence
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Why marketing is now the operating system for growth

Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing into a central growth engine, influencing brand perception for both humans and automated systems.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Why marketing is now the operating system for growth

Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing into a central growth engine, influencing brand perception for both humans and automated systems.
World politics
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Latam Seen as Opportunity Land by Investors Navigating War

Latam markets are emerging as investment opportunities due to their isolation from the ongoing energy crisis caused by geopolitical conflicts.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Walmart-owned Flipkart, Amazon are squeezing India's quick commerce startups | TechCrunch

India's quick commerce market is rapidly growing, with Flipkart expanding its dark store network amid intense competition and profitability challenges.
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
3 hours ago

Auctor emerges from stealth with $20M led by Sequoia

Auctor aims to improve enterprise software implementation by addressing fragmented processes and capturing institutional knowledge, backed by significant funding.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
7 hours ago

Keith Rabois explains why he gave up laptops and desktops

When I started working at Square, Jack Dorsey was running the company off of an iPad. And so, I immediately converted in September of 2010, and haven't looked back. Everything I do in my life is either done from my phone, my watch, or my iPad.
Digital life
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
17 hours ago

Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms: Which Digital Advertising Giant Is the Better Buy? | The Motley Fool

Alphabet is diversifying and exploring long-term growth, while Meta's ad business is growing faster despite its AI challenges.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Inertia moves to commercialize one of the world's most elaborate science experiments | TechCrunch

Inertia Enterprises burst onto the scene in February with a $450 million Series A, making it one of the best capitalized startups in the industry, aiming to bring laser-based fusion reactors to market.
Science
European startups
fromTearsheet
1 day ago

How Wise is betting on infrastructure and brand - Tearsheet

Cross-border payments face inefficiencies; Wise aims to streamline this with direct connections to local payment systems.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
23 hours ago

Bloom Energy Rockets 23% as Fuel Cell Tech Becomes the AI Data Center Power Play of 2026

Bloom Energy's stock surged 23% due to strong demand for its fuel cell technology among AI hyperscalers and cloud providers.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Your Business Won't Scale Unless You Accept This Hard Truth

Leaders must delegate tasks to ensure business scalability and avoid being overqualified for daily operations.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

Free Your Mind to Create While AI Streamlines the Rest

Agencies must let go of outdated operational layers to maintain competitive advantage and embrace AI's role in streamlining processes.
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Why human capital is the ultimate moat in AI-first finance

In the high-stakes world of regulated AI, your model is only as good as the person who built it. We are betting on a human-first approach to technology.
Careers
Remote teams
fromInc
6 days ago

3 Principles to Help Your Business Thrive in the AI Era

Predictability is less common in business today; small firms are better positioned for flexibility and rapid adaptation to change.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 hours ago

Silicon Valley has no monopoly on AI brain power. That's why Demis Hassabis is very happy to stay in London | Fortune

Demis Hassabis emphasizes extreme dedication and planning in achieving goals, advocating for diverse AI innovation centers beyond Silicon Valley.
#openai
Startup companies
fromEngadget
1 day ago

OpenAI buys its second startup in a month

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a startup providing AI financial planning tools, signaling a potential shift in personalized financial guidance.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
13 hours ago

Anthropic's rise is giving some OpenAI investors second thoughts | TechCrunch

OpenAI's $852 billion valuation faces skepticism as it competes with Anthropic, which has seen significant revenue growth.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

OpenAI has bought AI personal finance startup Hiro | TechCrunch

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a personal finance startup, to enhance its financial planning capabilities and bring in new talent.
Startup companies
fromEngadget
1 day ago

OpenAI buys its second startup in a month

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a startup providing AI financial planning tools, signaling a potential shift in personalized financial guidance.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
13 hours ago

Anthropic's rise is giving some OpenAI investors second thoughts | TechCrunch

OpenAI's $852 billion valuation faces skepticism as it competes with Anthropic, which has seen significant revenue growth.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

OpenAI has bought AI personal finance startup Hiro | TechCrunch

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a personal finance startup, to enhance its financial planning capabilities and bring in new talent.
#anthropic
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
15 hours ago

VCs are flooding Anthropic with offers to invest at up to an $800 billion valuation

Anthropic's valuation has surged to $800 billion amid strong demand for its AI technology and a potential IPO.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
2 days ago

No company in American history has ever grown like Anthropic

Anthropic's revenue growth surpasses historical benchmarks, achieving $30 billion in annualized revenue in just over three years with its product Claude.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
15 hours ago

VCs are flooding Anthropic with offers to invest at up to an $800 billion valuation

Anthropic's valuation has surged to $800 billion amid strong demand for its AI technology and a potential IPO.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
2 days ago

No company in American history has ever grown like Anthropic

Anthropic's revenue growth surpasses historical benchmarks, achieving $30 billion in annualized revenue in just over three years with its product Claude.
Marketing tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Veteran tech investor Keith Rabois says the product manager role in tech 'makes no sense' in the era of AI

Keith Rabois believes the product manager role is becoming obsolete due to rapid advancements in AI technology.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

Software Stocks Quietly Sold Off - Snap Up This Undervalued Tech ETF

The S&P 500 Software Index is down 30% but shows signs of recovery, making software stocks a potential buy opportunity.
London startup
fromFortune
2 days ago

China went from uninvestable to unavoidable-and Hong Kong is cashing in with a slew of AI-centric IPOs | Fortune

Hong Kong's IPO market surged in Q1 2026, driven by AI companies, raising nearly $14 billion, a 490% increase year-on-year.
Artificial intelligence
fromMarTech
3 hours ago

3 AI shifts reshaping market research | MarTech

AI is transforming market research by evolving from a tool for tasks to a collaborative research environment that enhances data-driven insights.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 hours ago

Buzzy vibe-coding startup Emergent is launching an AI agent to take on OpenClaw and NanoBot

Emergent is launching Wingman, a personal AI agent for messaging platforms, competing with existing AI tools like OpenClaw and NanoBot.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Betterment's 'AntiMarketing' Machine | AdExchanger

Betterment's marketing strategy focuses on long-term investment and customer retention rather than short-term trading engagement.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Datacentre developers tout benefits to local communities, but do they deliver? | Computer Weekly

Datacentre developments are causing challenges for local businesses, raising concerns about energy consumption and community impact despite potential local benefits.
#ai-strategy
Startup companies
fromAol
1 day ago

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Managers should experiment with AI tools across all business areas rather than treating it like a software update.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Executives must adapt their AI strategies to prioritize rapid experimentation across all business areas rather than traditional software rollout methods.
Startup companies
fromAol
1 day ago

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Managers should experiment with AI tools across all business areas rather than treating it like a software update.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Executives must adapt their AI strategies to prioritize rapid experimentation across all business areas rather than traditional software rollout methods.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago

Financial risk management platform Pillar raises $20M seed in round led by a16z | TechCrunch

Pillar raised $20 million to automate hedging for commodity-driven businesses using AI to manage financial risk.
#venture-capital
Venture
fromAlleywatch
23 hours ago

The 10 Most Active NYC Venture Capital Firms in Q1 2026

New York City venture capital firms are actively investing in local startups, focusing on quantity of investments in various tech sectors.
Venture
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
23 hours ago

The 10 Most Active NYC Venture Capital Firms in Q1 2026

New York City venture capital firms are actively investing in local startups, focusing on quantity of investments in various tech sectors.
Venture
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
1 day ago

Ad Tech Briefing: The Trade Desk's 'changing of the guard' and a 'sign of the times'

Independent ad tech companies face challenges as MiQ expands through acquisitions while The Trade Desk experiences significant executive departures.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
18 hours ago

AI datacenter startup Fluidstack in talks for $1B round at $18B valuation months after hitting $7.5B, says report | TechCrunch

Fluidstack is negotiating a $1 billion funding round at an $18 billion valuation, following a significant partnership with Anthropic.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
2 days ago

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Y Combinator Makes First All-Stablecoin Startup Investment

Y Combinator's $500,000 investment in Totalis marks its first all-stablecoin deal, highlighting a shift towards onchain capital formation.
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
1 day ago

Helical closes $10M seed to turn bio foundation models into systems

Helical's thesis is that bio foundation models, AI systems trained on vast genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic datasets, have already crossed a quality threshold that makes computational hypothesis-testing meaningful in pharma research.
Venture
Startup companies
fromFortune
2 days ago

Intuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty | Fortune

Being an early adopter of AI does not guarantee protection against market panic, as shown by Intuit's stock performance during the SaaSpocalypse.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Research Finds That AI Has Already Replaced Work for 20 Percent of Jobs

One in five full-time American workers report AI has taken over parts of their job, indicating a shift in the labor market.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

The AI gold rush is pulling private wealth into riskier, earlier bets | TechCrunch

Family offices are increasingly investing directly in AI startups, bypassing traditional venture capital due to the urgency of the AI boom.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

I'm a VC who bets on AI. What keeps me up at night isn't the idea of these companies failing-quite the opposite | Fortune

AI's rapid advancement threatens the relevance of current business models, prompting a shift in venture capital investment strategies.
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