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According to reports, Hex has raised $100 million in a Series D at a $1.2 billion valuation while unveiling Hex 4.0. The funding gives the data platform resources to expand teams and push AI-agent workflows to more than…
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FCC Space Bureau Clears Amazon Leo's $11.57B Globalstar Purchase
The FCC's Space Bureau approved Amazon Leo's Globalstar acquisition, which is still expected to close in 2027.
Skydance requires five-day office return plus voluntary buyouts post merger
Skydance now requires five-day office attendance and offers voluntary buyouts after its Warner Bros.-Paramount merger. The policy aligns all units with Paramount’s prior standard and is intended to boost collaboration.
Firehawk Defense Raises $150M+ Series D at Over $1.4B Valuation
Firehawk Defense announced a Series D of more than $150 million at a valuation above $1.4 billion, led by Advent and Rochefort Asset Management, according to the company. CEO Will Edwards says the funding will scale pro…
US closes $5.1 billion loan for Alliant Energy gas plants and storage
US Department of Energy closed a $5.1 billion loan to Alliant Energy for gas plants, storage, and grid upgrades in Iowa and Wisconsin. The projects will add over 2.6 gigawatts of capacity, enough to serve nearly 1.8 mil…
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