Google work behind the scenes to avoid its dismantling / $ 14 billion in federal subsidies for Starlink? / 94 million euros for the French startup Flowdesk

Google seeks to avoid its dismantling by invoking national security

Google tries to convince the Department of Justice (DoJ) not to impose drastic measures after its conviction for illegal monopoly on online research. The company argues that its strategic role in the American economy and cybersecurity justifies a more moderate approach.

The Biden administration had proposed in November to force Google for sale Chromiumto cease its exclusive payments to Apple and limit its investments in IA. The final decision will be made by the Department of Justice after the hearings scheduled for April, while Google intensifies its lobbying to influence the sanctions.

Starlink could obtain up to $ 14 billion in federal subsidies

The US Commerce Department plans to expand access to public funding for Starlinksatellite internet service of Spacex. According to the Wall Street Journala modification of the rules of the federal program of $ 42.5 billion dedicated to rural broadband would allow more subsidies to Starlink, between 6 and 14 billion dollars additional.

Apple challenges the United Kingdom on the encryption of its data

Apple decided to raise the debate before British justice concerning the injunction forcing it to weaken the encryption of its iCloud service by creating a backdoor. The firm seized the Investigatory POWERS TRIBUNAL to have this decision issued under the Investigatory POWERS ACT From 2016. In reaction, the Cupertino firm has already withdrawn its option to advance data data in the United Kingdom.

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+ Fundraising

Flowdesk completes a 94 million euros round to meet institutional demand in crypto

• • Wealthcoma raises 7 million euros to accelerate the digitalization of heritage management
  • FAKS raises 5 million euros to modernize the commercial management of pharmacists
  • Edomapper raises 5 million euros to help students choose their orientation

Odeko lifts $ 126 million to strengthen its offer to independent food businesses

Odeko is developing a management and supply platform for cafes, restaurants and independent food businesses. Its solution allows the centralization of orders, optimization of costs and access to a network of local and national suppliers. Founded by Dane Atkinsonthe company announces a lifting of $ 126 million in series Eto support Expansion of servicesAnd The acquisition of new businessesof which Butter Insurance. Gautam Grover (ex-Roland Foods) joins Odeko as president and Ken Banas (ex-Foods) as a financial director.

Quantexa raises $ 175 million to strengthen its IA expertise and data analysis

Quantexa develops a data analysis and artificial intelligence platform used in the fight against fraud and money laundering. Its tool makes it possible to use massive volumes of unstructured data to help companies and administrations to improve their AI systems.

Founded in 2016 in London by Vishal MarriaQuantexa announces a lifting of 175 million dollars in series Fled by Teachers’ Venture Growth (TVG) with the participation of British Patient Capital. This operation values ​​the company to $ 2.6 billion.

Dubformer raises 3.4 million euros for its dubbing solution by the AI

Founded in 2023, Dubformer develops a technology ofTransfer emotionWho reproduces emotions rather than clone voicesthus improving the translation of audiovisual content. Already adopted by more than 200 customersof which Paramount And Little Dot Studiosthe Dutch startup announces a fundraising 3.4 million euros in seedled by Almaz Capitalwith the participation of S16VC, Finsight and Business Angels.

Passentry raises 6.2 million euros to accelerate the development of digital passes

PASSANTRY offers a digital passing and management solution integrated into payment systems (POS). The company allows the dematerialization of loyalty cards, tickets and subscriptions via Apple Wallet and Google Wallet. Its technology fits into the terminals Verifone and Ingenico And is based on an SDK and an API for the management of updates in real time.

Founded in 2019 in London by Josh Shepherd and Nico CaryPassentry lift 6.2 million euros with Acurio Ventures And Bonsai Partners. The startup counts develop new marketswith a focus on North America and Asia-Pacific.

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