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Daily Tech News: Apple, aComemrce, Motherswork, Rize, Venturi Partners, Leadgen

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Apple’s ‘Crush’ Ad Sparks Controversy

  • Apple apologizes for controversial “Crush” iPad ad depicting creative destruction.

  • Ad crushed analog tools into iPad form, sparking backlash.

  • Company cancels TV airing plans after missing the mark.

aCommerce Weighs Share Sale at Up to $300M Valuation

  • aCommerce founders weigh $200M-$300M share sale of Thai e-commerce firm.

  • CEO Srivorakul mum on capital raising, notes Q4 net profit.

  • Company’s merchandise value up 18.6% in 2023, beating industry.

Motherswork Expands Retail Footprint to Vietnam

  • Motherswork expands to Vietnam with Ho Chi Minh City store.

  • The retailer offers click-and-collect for online purchases of baby, family products.

  • The Singaporean company sees $7B potential market, 30-40% growth in Vietnam.

The Deep Work Diaries: Matt Gray on Finding Your Zone of Genius

Guest Author: Matt Gray

  • Matt Gray shares 5 steps to work in "Zone of Genius".

  • He includes deep work, automating tasks, leveraging personal brand.

  • Hiring help key for founder freedom, stability as business grows.

Rize Raises $14M to Tackle Climate Impact of Rice Farming

  • Rize raises $14M to make rice farming eco-friendly across Asia.

  • Startup’s tech helps reduce water usage, methane emissions from paddies.

  • Funding to expand team, operations in Indonesia and Vietnam.

Venturi Partners Acquires $27M Stake in K12 Techno Services

  • Venturi Partners acquires $27M stake in edtech firm K12 Techno Services.

  • Deal marks maiden investment from Venturi’s $180M consumer fund.

  • Joins investors like Peak XV in fast-growing Indian edtech company.

I’vre Shuts Down Amidst Customer Grievances and Refund Problems

  • Fragrance startup I’vre shuts amid refund chaos.

  • Customer complaints over erroneous charges, unfulfilled orders.

  • Co-founder insists refunds processed, but grievances linger.

Jesse Pujji Unveils Wisdom Gems from His Billion-Dollar Mentor

Guest Author: Jesse Pujji

  • Ric Elias shared 6 invaluable business lessons with mentee Jesse Pujji.

  • Prioritize culture, people, and purposeful actions over profit targets.

  • Billion-dollar entrepreneur's wisdom gems unveiled.

Singapore’s EV Transition: Swapping Batteries or Plugging In?

  • Singapore’s EV push hits swappable battery roadblock.

  • Gogoro trial continues as Mo Batteries exits.

  • Experts favor plug-in model long-term.

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