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Pronto's $200 Million Valuation Shows How Fast India's Gig Economy Can Move

Indian house-help startup Pronto doubles its valuation in weeks, signaling explosive growth in on-demand domestic services.

Pronto's $200M Valuation Shows India's Gig Economy Is Moving Fast

Indian house-help startup Pronto doubles valuation in weeks, hitting $200M with fresh backing from Lachy Groom. Here's what the growth tells us.

Coursera's Pricing Puzzle: What You Actually Pay for Online Learning

Breaking down Coursera's confusing price structure, from free courses to six-figure degrees. Here's what your money actually gets you.

The Aspiration Disaster: What Founders Need to Know About Crossing the Line

Joseph Sanberg's fraud conviction shows Silicon Valley that fabricated financials don't just tank startups—they land founders in prison.

A Special Forces Soldier Just Made $400K Betting on Classified Military Secrets

How a U.S. soldier allegedly used inside knowledge of a Venezuela operation to profit on prediction markets—and what it reveals about security risks.

The Newsletter Trap: Why Everyone's Asking for Your Email and What It Actually Means

Email alerts are everywhere. But what's really behind the push to get you subscribed?

Building a Social Media Team That Actually Works

The right roles, skills, and structure can turn social into a real growth channel. Here's how to build yours.

The First Insider Trading Case on Prediction Markets Shows How Broken This Industry Really Is

A US Army special forces member allegedly used classified intel to profit $400k on Polymarket. It won't be the last time.

Bob Iger Is Back at Thrive Capital, and It Says Something About What Matters Now

The Disney veteran rejoins the $50B VC firm as an advisor. What does his move reveal about leadership and timing in tech?

Meta's New Parental Spy Tool Won't Fix Its Child Safety Problem

Meta launches AI Insights to let parents monitor teens' chatbot conversations. Experts say it's surveillance theater, not real protection.

Rednote's Split Personality: How a Chinese App Is Building Two Separate Worlds

Rednote is quietly separating its Chinese and international users. Here's why that matters for the future of global social media.

Building a Social Media Team That Actually Works (Without Breaking the Bank)

Learn which roles matter most for your social team, what skills to prioritize, and how to hire strategically based on your actual goals.