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#acquisition

Growth Catalyst Partners acquires InspiredMinds!- Silicon Canals

Growth Catalyst Partners acquired InspiredMinds! to expand its presence in the US and enhance AI leadership services.

Spain's TravelPerk acquires US-based AmTrav; secures 125.9M for expansion - Silicon Canals

TravelPerk acquires AmTrav to expand US market presence.

Growth Catalyst Partners acquires InspiredMinds!- Silicon Canals

Growth Catalyst Partners acquired InspiredMinds! to expand its presence in the US and enhance AI leadership services.

Spain's TravelPerk acquires US-based AmTrav; secures 125.9M for expansion - Silicon Canals

TravelPerk acquires AmTrav to expand US market presence.
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By 2026, worldwide B2B digital ad spend is set to nearly triple its pre-pandemic level

B2B digital ad spending is expected to reach $48.15 billion by 2026, marking significant growth post-pandemic.

La Liga drops plans to play Barcelona v Atletico fixture in Miami next month

La Liga has abandoned plans to hold Barcelona vs Atletico fixture in the US, despite aims to host games abroad in the future.

After Binance's Costly Lesson, Do Rival Crypto Exchanges Risk Running Afoul of U.S. Rules?

U.S. residents are accessing foreign cryptocurrency exchanges in significant numbers, raising compliance questions for these platforms.
#klarna

Klarna chooses New York over London for much-anticipated IPO

Klarna has filed for an IPO in the US, marking a significant shift away from the London market amid recent challenges.

Buy-now, pay-later giant Klarna files for IPO in the US

Klarna has filed for an IPO in the US, signaling a shift towards American market expansion amid a significant valuation decline.

Klarna chooses New York over London for much-anticipated IPO

Klarna has filed for an IPO in the US, marking a significant shift away from the London market amid recent challenges.

Buy-now, pay-later giant Klarna files for IPO in the US

Klarna has filed for an IPO in the US, signaling a shift towards American market expansion amid a significant valuation decline.
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Starbucks and Luckin are in a fight for the global coffee market. I visited both to see how they stack up on price, menu, and vibe.

Luckin Coffee is expanding into the US, leveraging strong growth in Asia while Starbucks faces declining sales and new leadership challenges.
#electric-vehicles

The U.S. Surpassed Europe In EV Sales Last Quarter: Report

U.S. electric vehicle sales are surpassing those in Europe amid political and market challenges on the continent.

Flat Year? Not So Fast: U.S. Non-Tesla EV Sales Hit New Record In Q2

Q2 2024 saw a significant increase in non-Tesla EV sales in the U.S., reaching a new record high.

GM says it has become the No. 2 seller of EVs in the US

GM claims the second spot in US EV sales with 32,000 vehicles sold in Q3, highlighting its aggressive push in the EV market.

Hyundai's Small New Electric SUV Is Yet Another Affordable EV Americans Can't Buy

Hyundai unveiled a new subcompact EV called the Inster, which offers decent range and interior space, but it won't be available in the U.S.

Just 3 in 10 American car buyers are considering an EV

Interest in electric vehicles slightly decreased in the US, mainly due to concerns about reliability, cost, and environmental impact.

Hyundai And Kia Now Own 11% Of America's EV Sales Through May 2024

Hyundai Motor Group rapidly expanding EV sales in the U.S, becoming the second-largest EV manufacturer after Tesla.

The U.S. Surpassed Europe In EV Sales Last Quarter: Report

U.S. electric vehicle sales are surpassing those in Europe amid political and market challenges on the continent.

Flat Year? Not So Fast: U.S. Non-Tesla EV Sales Hit New Record In Q2

Q2 2024 saw a significant increase in non-Tesla EV sales in the U.S., reaching a new record high.

GM says it has become the No. 2 seller of EVs in the US

GM claims the second spot in US EV sales with 32,000 vehicles sold in Q3, highlighting its aggressive push in the EV market.

Hyundai's Small New Electric SUV Is Yet Another Affordable EV Americans Can't Buy

Hyundai unveiled a new subcompact EV called the Inster, which offers decent range and interior space, but it won't be available in the U.S.

Just 3 in 10 American car buyers are considering an EV

Interest in electric vehicles slightly decreased in the US, mainly due to concerns about reliability, cost, and environmental impact.

Hyundai And Kia Now Own 11% Of America's EV Sales Through May 2024

Hyundai Motor Group rapidly expanding EV sales in the U.S, becoming the second-largest EV manufacturer after Tesla.
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2 weeks ago

Palantir CEO says the company 'eviscerated' sales so hard execs have stopped talking about how 'crazy' he is

Palantir's third-quarter earnings surpassed expectations, with significant revenue growth fueled by AI demand in the US.

Canadian oil exports to U.S. rise to record high | CBC News

Canadian oil exports to the U.S. hit record highs due to the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, with production and demand surging significantly.
#tiktok

TikTok Pauses E-Commerce Push into Europe to Focus on US

TikTok is pausing e-commerce expansion in Europe to focus on US growth amid regulatory challenges.

TikTok Shop pushes livestreams to drive holiday shopping

TikTok is actively promoting livestream shopping with 'super livestreams' this holiday season to boost revenue despite mixed results in the US market.

TikTok Sets 1,000 Global Marketing and Operations Layoffs

TikTok plans to lay off approximately 1,000 global employees amidst challenges in the U.S. market.

Have we reached peak TikTok? The app's hype cycle may be nearing an end

TikTok's popularity in the U.S. is plateauing after years of massive growth.
TikTok downloads in the U.S. have seen a decline this year.
TikTok's cultural cache may have reached a ceiling or the end of a hype cycle.

Cover Story: The Countdown Begins: TikTok Navigates Uncertain Future Amid U.S. Ban Bill

TikTok earned $1.2 billion in e-commerce sales from September to December in the U.S.
TikTok aims to generate $20 billion in GMV in the U.S. this year.

TikTok Pauses E-Commerce Push into Europe to Focus on US

TikTok is pausing e-commerce expansion in Europe to focus on US growth amid regulatory challenges.

TikTok Shop pushes livestreams to drive holiday shopping

TikTok is actively promoting livestream shopping with 'super livestreams' this holiday season to boost revenue despite mixed results in the US market.

TikTok Sets 1,000 Global Marketing and Operations Layoffs

TikTok plans to lay off approximately 1,000 global employees amidst challenges in the U.S. market.

Have we reached peak TikTok? The app's hype cycle may be nearing an end

TikTok's popularity in the U.S. is plateauing after years of massive growth.
TikTok downloads in the U.S. have seen a decline this year.
TikTok's cultural cache may have reached a ceiling or the end of a hype cycle.

Cover Story: The Countdown Begins: TikTok Navigates Uncertain Future Amid U.S. Ban Bill

TikTok earned $1.2 billion in e-commerce sales from September to December in the U.S.
TikTok aims to generate $20 billion in GMV in the U.S. this year.
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#global-expansion

International Biglaw Firm's Expansion Plan Comes To U.S. Cities

Freshfields is expanding its U.S. presence, focusing on Texas and Boston due to growing market interest.

Influencer agencies expand in U.S. markets with new leadership as global competition rises

European influencer marketing agencies are entering the U.S. market to compete for talent and technology.
Influencer agencies see global expansion as a way to tap into local networks and cater to multinational clients.

"We wanted to become the Rolls-Royce of cloud hosting": Inside Hyve Managed Hosting's global expansion plans

Hyve Managed Hosting aims to be a top player in the cloud hosting industry, focusing on rapid global expansion, particularly in the US market.

Rixo inicia su expansion en EE.UU. con una nueva pagina web y una tienda en SoHo

Rixo, a UK fashion brand known for special occasion dresses, expands globally with a SoHo pop-up store in New York.

International Biglaw Firm's Expansion Plan Comes To U.S. Cities

Freshfields is expanding its U.S. presence, focusing on Texas and Boston due to growing market interest.

Influencer agencies expand in U.S. markets with new leadership as global competition rises

European influencer marketing agencies are entering the U.S. market to compete for talent and technology.
Influencer agencies see global expansion as a way to tap into local networks and cater to multinational clients.

"We wanted to become the Rolls-Royce of cloud hosting": Inside Hyve Managed Hosting's global expansion plans

Hyve Managed Hosting aims to be a top player in the cloud hosting industry, focusing on rapid global expansion, particularly in the US market.

Rixo inicia su expansion en EE.UU. con una nueva pagina web y una tienda en SoHo

Rixo, a UK fashion brand known for special occasion dresses, expands globally with a SoHo pop-up store in New York.
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Hyperspectral imagery startup Wyvern looks to raise US presence with $6M raise | TechCrunch

Wyvern, a Canadian remote sensing startup, is raising $6 million to expand into U.S. commercial and defense markets with high-resolution hyperspectral imagery.
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1 month ago

Walgreens to close 1,200 U.S. stores as chain attempts to steady operations at home

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 U.S. stores over three years to recover from significant losses and improve financial performance.

ICE Signs $2 Million Contract With Spyware Maker Paragon Solutions

Paragon leverages political connections and lobbying to secure its position in the US market and avoid sanctions.

Dutch agencies HyperSolid and Superheroes look to make an impact on U.S. shores

Dutch agencies are increasingly establishing themselves in the U.S. market, emphasizing a blending of technology, media, and creativity.
#federal-reserve

Stock market today: Markets come down from China stimulus highs

China's stimulus announcement initially uplifted markets, but optimism faded as investors questioned its effectiveness, resulting in lower U.S. market closings.

US housing market is a 'slow-moving train wreck', '$700B could default,' real estate expert says

Commercial real estate sector facing massive issues and potential defaults
Fed may be forced to cut rates in response

Stock market today: Markets come down from China stimulus highs

China's stimulus announcement initially uplifted markets, but optimism faded as investors questioned its effectiveness, resulting in lower U.S. market closings.

US housing market is a 'slow-moving train wreck', '$700B could default,' real estate expert says

Commercial real estate sector facing massive issues and potential defaults
Fed may be forced to cut rates in response
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Council Post: The Future Creator Economy: Lessons From China's Social Media Success

Understanding social media differences is crucial for U.S. and Chinese market strategies, influencing engagement, marketing, and supply chain.

From Startup to Board Leader - My Path to Success | Entrepreneur

The key to launching a successful business from a small market lies in pivoting toward larger, sustainable markets with specific demands.

Panasonic just returned to the US market with new OLED and Mini-LED TVs

Panasonic returns to the US market, launching new high-quality TVs after a decade away.
#advertising

Nissan Is In A Death Spiral

Nissan is facing significant profit loss due to challenges in convincing U.S. customers to buy its cars.

Playable ads and longer campaigns gain traction in mobile gaming | MarTech

Mobile gaming ads are evolving with longer and more sophisticated campaigns, alongside a notable increase in playable ad formats.

Nissan Is In A Death Spiral

Nissan is facing significant profit loss due to challenges in convincing U.S. customers to buy its cars.

Playable ads and longer campaigns gain traction in mobile gaming | MarTech

Mobile gaming ads are evolving with longer and more sophisticated campaigns, alongside a notable increase in playable ad formats.
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The United States rediscovers Marbella

Marbella is experiencing a resurgence in American tourism, driven by luxury accommodations and events like the 2023 Solheim Cup.
#consumer-trends

The best fried chicken in every state, according to Yelp

Fried chicken popularity is surging, with the global takeout market projected at $8.25 billion by 2025, largely due to US consumer demands.

'TikTok generation' is getting enticed with Chinese EV brands

Chinese EV brands gaining ground in the US market due to social media awareness.

The best fried chicken in every state, according to Yelp

Fried chicken popularity is surging, with the global takeout market projected at $8.25 billion by 2025, largely due to US consumer demands.

'TikTok generation' is getting enticed with Chinese EV brands

Chinese EV brands gaining ground in the US market due to social media awareness.
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from Alleywatch
3 months ago

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 8/5/24

A diverse range of startups across different industries secured significant funding in the US market, with deals totaling $1B in new funding.

This Is the World's Largest Car Company

The U.S. is the second largest automotive market globally.

Heineken swallows $949 million charge as limping demand hits its Chinese business

Heineken NV took an €874 million impairment due to declining valuation in China's largest brewer

WhatsApp reaches 100 million monthly users in the US

WhatsApp reaches 100 million monthly active users in the US, competing with iMessage dominance.
WhatsApp's growth in key US markets like Los Angeles, New York, Miami, and Seattle, with significant user base in Texas.
WhatsApp's transparency campaign to reassure US users coincides with upcoming iOS 18 release, potentially impacting WhatsApp's growth due to RCS support.

The daily fix: PMI's and growth in focus in the session ahead - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The focus for equity traders shifts to the US after-hours session with significant earnings drops from key companies like Visa, Texas Instruments, Alphabet, and Tesla.

Here's What It Takes To Buy And Register A Tesla Cybertruck In Europe

Tesla Cybertruck successful in US but challenges in Europe.

London markets positive despite Biden withdrawal and weaker airlines

London market stronger after bouncing back from Microsoft IT outage and Biden news impact on trading.
Tech stocks drove US market recovery, while airline firms in London faced profitability concerns.
#samsung

Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 phones won't come with Samsung Messages in the US

Samsung's new Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 models in the US won't have the Samsung Messages app pre-installed, using Google Messages instead.

Samsung won't be bringing the Galaxy A55 to the US

Samsung announced Galaxy A55 and A35 midrangers in Europe.
Galaxy A55 not coming to the US due to competition with other Samsung devices.

Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 phones won't come with Samsung Messages in the US

Samsung's new Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 models in the US won't have the Samsung Messages app pre-installed, using Google Messages instead.

Samsung won't be bringing the Galaxy A55 to the US

Samsung announced Galaxy A55 and A35 midrangers in Europe.
Galaxy A55 not coming to the US due to competition with other Samsung devices.
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"The way we raise the money at The Guardian is different than any place I've ever been"

Reader revenue plays a significant role in The Guardian's financial model, with substantial contributions from U.S. readers.
#volkswagen

Volkswagen is delaying its ID.7 electric sedan in North America

Volkswagen's ID.7 sedan won't arrive in the US due to market dynamics favoring SUVs over sedans.

US: Volkswagen cars stuck in ports over banned part report DW 02/15/2024

Volkswagen has experienced a hold-up in delivering certain models to the US market due to a customs issue that may be related to a car part violating US anti-forced labor laws.
Thousands of Porsche, Bentley, and Audi vehicles have been impounded at US ports after a Chinese-made subcomponent that violated labor laws was discovered inside the vehicles.

Volkswagen is delaying its ID.7 electric sedan in North America

Volkswagen's ID.7 sedan won't arrive in the US due to market dynamics favoring SUVs over sedans.

US: Volkswagen cars stuck in ports over banned part report DW 02/15/2024

Volkswagen has experienced a hold-up in delivering certain models to the US market due to a customs issue that may be related to a car part violating US anti-forced labor laws.
Thousands of Porsche, Bentley, and Audi vehicles have been impounded at US ports after a Chinese-made subcomponent that violated labor laws was discovered inside the vehicles.
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#startup

How Relay, a Toronto-based neobank, is gaining ground in the US SMB market - Tearsheet

Relay, a Toronto-based fintech startup, targets the US SMB market by offering online business banking and money management platforms.

Starting a Food Truck Business? Here's What You Need to Know About Costs (2024) - Shopify

Food truck businesses in the US grew by nearly 16% from 2018 to 2023, offering unique foods at lower prices, with advantages in flexibility and lower overhead than traditional restaurants.

How Relay, a Toronto-based neobank, is gaining ground in the US SMB market - Tearsheet

Relay, a Toronto-based fintech startup, targets the US SMB market by offering online business banking and money management platforms.

Starting a Food Truck Business? Here's What You Need to Know About Costs (2024) - Shopify

Food truck businesses in the US grew by nearly 16% from 2018 to 2023, offering unique foods at lower prices, with advantages in flexibility and lower overhead than traditional restaurants.
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#venture-capital

Prague-based ZAKA launches new 15M VC fund - Silicon Canals

ZAKA VC launches its first VC fund at €15M to support US and EU startups, focusing on B2B software, AI, biotech, and health tech.

The April 2024 US Venture Capital Funding Report

April saw $8.2B VC funding in the US, showing a slight decrease from the previous month and year.

Prague-based ZAKA launches new 15M VC fund - Silicon Canals

ZAKA VC launches its first VC fund at €15M to support US and EU startups, focusing on B2B software, AI, biotech, and health tech.

The April 2024 US Venture Capital Funding Report

April saw $8.2B VC funding in the US, showing a slight decrease from the previous month and year.
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Deal: buy a Samsung Galaxy Watch6, get another one for free

Buy one, get one free deal on Samsung Galaxy Watch6 in the US, limited time offer.

The Drum's Daily Briefing: Dr Martens needs revitalization and Superdry seeks salvation

Dr Martens facing tough times in the US market, stocks plunge 30% to all-time low.
#electric-suv

Polestar announces Polestar 3 pricing, electric SUV starts at $73,400

Polestar 3 SUV production has started, deliveries to US customers expected in the second quarter of this year.
Three different packs available: Pilot, Plus, and Performance, each offering unique features and pricing options.

Volvo EX90 Production Started In Charleston, South Carolina

Volvo Cars started series production of the all-new EX90 electric SUV at its Charleston, South Carolina factory.

Polestar announces Polestar 3 pricing, electric SUV starts at $73,400

Polestar 3 SUV production has started, deliveries to US customers expected in the second quarter of this year.
Three different packs available: Pilot, Plus, and Performance, each offering unique features and pricing options.

Volvo EX90 Production Started In Charleston, South Carolina

Volvo Cars started series production of the all-new EX90 electric SUV at its Charleston, South Carolina factory.
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AUS Online Ad Spend Slowed in 2023; US Streaming Revenues Set to Overtake Pay-TV

Australia's online ad spend growth slowed to 3.7% in 2023, with search and directories increasing by 6.1% while general display varied.
US streaming revenues are expected to surpass pay-TV, with streaming ad revenues set to exceed $9bn this year and US subscribers predicted to drop by 3.9 million in 2024.

Best-Selling Games Of Each Of The Past 25 Years In The US

Hogwarts Legacy was the No. 1 best-selling game in the US for 2023, breaking the trend of Call of Duty and Rockstar Games releases.
The data includes both physical and digital sales but only from publishers who provide the data, and it covers a calendar year.

Bitcoin Instantly Topped Silver in ETF Market and Trails Only Gold Among Commodities

Bitcoin ETFs now have more assets than silver ETFs in the US.
The only commodity that remains more popular is gold, which Bitcoin is often called a digital version of.

How to Achieve Explosive Startup Growth in 2024 | Entrepreneur

Expanding into the United States gives businesses access to a lucrative consumer market with advantages like a transparent legal system and low taxes.
Thorough research of specific market opportunities is essential for startups to be successful in the competitive U.S. market.

Technical headaches put the brakes on GM's big EV push

General Motors ended 2023 as the number one automaker in the US, selling 2.6 million new vehicles, with a 14.1% increase from 2022.
GM had a strong year in EV sales, with a 93% YoY increase, but the discontinued Chevrolet Bolt accounted for the majority of those sales.

Don't Talk Yourself Into A Downturn In 2024

Ad revenue in the US is set to grow in 2024
Media executives were overly negative about the ad market in 2023
#US market

Want a small, cheap EV? The Fiat 500e is coming to the US in 2024

The 2024 Fiat 500e will be a smaller, cheaper electric vehicle entering the US market next year, targeting the Mini Cooper SE as its competitor.
The Fiat 500e will have a curb weight of 2,952 lbs, making it the lightest passenger EV in its segment.
It will have a range of up to 149 miles on a single charge and can be fast-charged to 80% in 35 minutes or fully charged in 4 hours 15 minutes.

Betting firm Flutter to list on New York stock exchange in January

Flutter is planning to list on the New York stock exchange on January 29 while maintaining its premium listing in London.
The company may pursue a primary listing in the US in the future, as it is expected to generate a significant portion of its revenues from the US market.

Want a small, cheap EV? The Fiat 500e is coming to the US in 2024

The 2024 Fiat 500e will be a smaller, cheaper electric vehicle entering the US market next year, targeting the Mini Cooper SE as its competitor.
The Fiat 500e will have a curb weight of 2,952 lbs, making it the lightest passenger EV in its segment.
It will have a range of up to 149 miles on a single charge and can be fast-charged to 80% in 35 minutes or fully charged in 4 hours 15 minutes.

Betting firm Flutter to list on New York stock exchange in January

Flutter is planning to list on the New York stock exchange on January 29 while maintaining its premium listing in London.
The company may pursue a primary listing in the US in the future, as it is expected to generate a significant portion of its revenues from the US market.
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Future plc CFO stepping down as company reports revenue declines and new two-year investment plan

Future plc's chief financial and strategy officer Penny Ladkin-Brand is stepping down from the company's board next year after eight years with the media company.
CEO Jon Steinberg announced a plan to invest $31.5 million to $37.8 million into Future over the next two years to get the company back on track.

Global Ad Market to Slow in 2024, U.S. Political Spending to Surge

Global advertising spending is projected to increase in the coming years, with digital platforms like Google and Meta taking the lead over traditional media players.
Political ad spending is expected to reach a new record in 2024, with the U.S. market experiencing growth but at a slower rate.

Hyundai U.S. EV Sales Up 42% In May 2024, Best Ioniq 5 Sales Month Ever

Hyundai reported a significant increase in US electrified vehicle sales, with a focus on the strong performance of the Ioniq 5 crossover.

This Should Be BYD's First U.S. Passenger Vehicle. Change My Mind

BYD launched a global pickup truck called the Shark with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, not available in the U.S.

Hyundai Motor Group Led U.S. Non-Tesla EV Sales To New Record In Q2 2024

Hyundai Motor Group leads non-Tesla EV sales in the U.S., with significant growth in Q2 2024.

Why Americans aren't buying more EVs

People prioritize affordability over environmental benefits when choosing between electric or petrol cars.

SUSE wants a piece of the AI cake, too | TechCrunch

SUSE aims to leverage AI to enter the U.S. market, emphasizing the importance of open source in enterprise solutions.
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