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Daily Tech News: Payoneer, Skuad, MrBeast, Amity Solutions, Jiva, Gemini AI

August 13, 2024

Here are the top stories on Techzi

Payoneer Acquires Singapore’s Skuad for $61M, Bolstering Global HR Tech

  • Payoneer acquires Singapore’s Skuad for $61M.

  • Deal enhances Payoneer’s global HR tech capabilities.

  • Skuad’s team and technology will be fully integrated into Payoneer’s services.

MrBeast’s Empire Faces Turbulence Amid Recent Controversies

  • MrBeast faces multiple controversies.

  • Amazon show raises concerns.

  • Past behavior resurfaces.

In Historic First: Rockbird Media Brings Retail & E-Commerce Summit Asia to Vietnam

Guest Author: Rockbird Media

  • Rockbird Media brings Retail & E-Commerce Summit to Vietnam.

  • Event focuses on digital expansion in Vietnam's growing market.

  • Summit offers networking and insights for retail leaders.

A Bit of Startup Humor for Today

Amity Solutions: Thailand’s AI Contender Aims for IPO

  • Thai startup Amity Solutions develops cost-effective AI chatbots for businesses.

  • The company plans to go public in 2024.

  • Amity aims to expand globally through strategic acquisitions.

Jiva’s Green Revolution: Agritech Startup Sprouts 62% Revenue Growth

  • Jiva AG, an agritech startup, grows revenue by 62% in 2023.

  • The company expands services and geographical reach.

  • Jiva aims for profitability next year through AI integration and strategic expansion.

Fiverr’s Stock Plunge: A Symptom of AI Disruption

Guest Author: Ken Leaver

  • Fiverr's stock plummets as AI replaces freelancers.

  • Freelancers must integrate deeper into client processes to survive.

  • Platforms like Upwork need to adapt or risk losing customers.

AI Hype Meets Reality: A CMO’s Sobering Experience with Google’s Tools

  • CMO tests Google’s AI tools.

  • Results disappoint.

  • Human touch still crucial in marketing.

Evo Commerce Secures $2.1M to Revolutionize D2C Personal Care

  • Evo Commerce raises $2.1M for D2C personal care products.

  • The Singapore startup boasts 300% annual growth.

  • Funds will fuel product development and market expansion.

Wardah: From Pharmacist’s Dream to Indonesia’s Halal Beauty Empire

  • Wardah, Indonesia’s first halal cosmetics brand, was founded by a pharmacist.

  • It overcame initial skepticism to become a major beauty player.

  • Wardah now exports globally and continues to innovate in clean beauty.

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