Nirvana’s $100M Series D bets big on AI to revolutionize commercial insurance
AI-driven insurer Nirvana Insurance announced Thursday it has secured a pre-emptive $100 million Series D funding round to expand the company’s AI-powered commercial insurance offerings. The round was led by Valor Equity Partners, with participation from prior rounds’ lead investors...
North Korea Steals Over $2bn in Crypto in 2025
Chainalysis warns North Korea continues to steal billions in crypto for its weapons program Continue reading →
New BeaverTail Malware Variant Linked to Lazarus Group
A new variant of the BeaverTail malware linked to North Korean hackers has been identified targeting cryptocurrency traders and developers Continue reading →
HMRC Warns of Over 135,000 Scam Reports
The UK’s tax office has received 135,500 reports of suspected scams in the past 10 months including 4800 related to self assessment filings Continue reading →
Gut Microbiome Shaped by Social Partners’ Genes
The composition of the human gut microbiome is determined by environmental influences. For example, diet and medication are well established factors that influence these microbial ecosystems. However, the contribution of genetics has been more difficult to ascertain. And what is the impact of...
Brain’s Viral Defense Mechanism Linked to Tau Pathology in Alzheimer’s
Hyperphosphorylated tau, the protein that makes up the tangles observed in tauopathies like Alzheimer’s disease, may be the consequence of an antiviral mechanism intended to protect the brain from infections. That’s according to new research analyzing tau’s microbial activity against herpes...
Federation of American Hospitals names CEO to replace retiring veteran
Chip Kahn is stepping down after almost 25 years at the for-profit hospital association. He’ll be replaced by Charlene MacDonald, who leads lobbying and public affairs for the FAH. Continue reading →
Animal-Free Protein and Enzyme Deal Expanded by Dyadic and Fermbox Bio
Dyadic Applied BioSolutions expanded its collaboration with Fermbox Bio, a biotech research & manufacturing company developing and delivering bio-based products through precision fermentation and advanced biotechnology tools. The agreement will enable Fermbox Bio to manufacture and...
Matches Gets Acquired With a Relaunch Planned for 2026
Nearly a full year after announcing its closure, the e-tailer previously known as Matchesfashion is set to return with an elevated rebrand following the purchase of its intellectual property rights by a new luxury group called Hulcan. “This is a big moment for us. We’re bringing...