Whoop launches a new blood test focused on women’s health

Fitness wearable maker Whoop is launching a new panel focused on women’s health through its Whoop Labs blood testing service. The company is also adding a new feature to its app that surfaces information about hormonal changes during menstrual cycles.…

Apple now makes one in four iPhones in India: report

Apple has reached a significant milestone by now manufacturing 25% of its iPhones in India. This achievement aligns with a prediction made by JPMorgan back in 2022 and is a key part of the company’s long-term strategy to reduce its…

Uzbekistan’s Uzum valuation leaps over 50% in seven months to $2.3B

Uzbekistan fintech company Uzum has reached a valuation of $2.3 billion. This marks an increase of approximately 53% from just seven months ago, reflecting growing investor confidence in the country’s emerging digital economy. The valuation follows a $131.5 million investment…

Founders Fund nears $6B close for latest growth fund, sources say

Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund is nearing the close of its fourth growth fund, Founders Fund Growth IV, with six billion dollars in capital commitments, according to sources close to the firm. As with most of the firm’s fundraises, demand from…

Electric air taxis are about to take flight in 26 states

The Federal Aviation Administration has approved eight pilot programs, allowing a select group of companies to begin widespread testing of electric aircraft as early as this summer. The participating companies include Archer Aviation, Beta Technologies, Joby Aviation, and Wisk. This…