Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Business

Language Learning App Speak Raises $20M, Doubling Valuation

Speak, an AI-powered language learning app has raised $20 million in Series B funding, doubling its valuation to $500 million. The app has...

US Government Sues Adobe Over Hidden Fees and Complicated Subscription Cancellations

The DOJ, prompted by an FTC referral, has sued Adobe for deceptive practices in subscription contracts. Adobe is accused of hiding early termination...

How to Negotiate a Business Contract with a Consulting Firm

Negotiating a business contract with a consulting firm is a critical process that can significantly impact the success of a project and the overall...

Spotify’s HiFi Audio Feature Could Be a $5 Add-On to the Premium Plan

Spotify HiFi might be a $5 add-on to the Premium Plan. The Premium Plan price in the US has increased to $11.99. New...

AI News Reader Startup Particle Secures $10.9M Funding, Partners with Reuters to Revolutionize News Consumption

Particle, an AI-driven news reader app, has partnered with Reuters to explore new business models. It has secured $10.9 million in Series A...

Shopify Acquires Threads.com Amid Naming Confusion with Meta

Shopify has acquired Sequoia-backed Threads.com, a business communication startup. The acquisition follows confusion caused by Meta's social network named Threads. Threads.com team joins...

Meta Introduces ‘Communities’ on Messenger for Organized Group Communication

Communities allow up to 5,000 members to join through shareable invites, consolidating multiple group chats in one space. Unlike WhatsApp, Messenger Communities use...

Canva Unveils True Enterprise Product, Catering to Large Organizations

Canva's new enterprise version offers features like single sign-on, enhanced security, and centralized brand management. The product addresses design needs across multiple departments...