E-commerce
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Shaped.ai Raises Series A, Launches Self-Serve Platform to Power the Future of AI-Driven Recommendations & Search
Shaped.ai, an AI recommendation and search platform for marketplaces, raised $8 million in Series A funding led by Madrona Ventures and launched a new self-serve
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Car-Bidding Platform The Lasso Raises $9.8M to Fix Car Sales for Consumers and Dealers
The Lasso, an online car bidding platform formally known as Revv, raised $9.8 million in early-stage funding from investors like Crosslink Capital and Manresa Ventures.
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Raleigh E-Commerce Tech Company Acquired by Intuit Mailchimp
Amped, a Raleigh-based e-commerce technology company, has been acquired by Intuit Mailchimp. The deal size remains undisclosed. Amped, which offers customizable email and SMS popup
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Zepto, a 10-minute Delivery App, Eaises $665M at $3.6B Valuation
Zepto, a Mumbai-based quick commerce startup, raised $665 million in Series F funding, doubling its valuation to $3.6 billion. The oversubscribed round was led by
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Finaloop Secures $35 Million in Series A Investment Led by Lightspeed Venture Partners
Finaloop, an AI-driven e-commerce accounting platform, raised $35 million in a Series A round led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, bringing its total funding to $55
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Alibaba’s New E-Commerce Strategy Faces Tough Competition
Alibaba’s strategic shift to prioritize long-term growth over short-term profits shows early signs of success, yet analysts warn that rising competition could impede its ability