Higgsfield Secures $400M Series B, Boosts Valuation to $5.4B
MALAYSIA: Higgsfield, a company specializing in AI-driven image and video creation, has successfully raised $400 million in a Series B funding round, propelling its valuation to $5.4 billion. Founded by former Snap executive Alex Mashrabov, Higgsfield has seen its valuation quadruple in just
Spotify Introduces Playlist Notes for Enhanced Music Experience
MALAYSIA: Spotify has unveiled a new feature called Playlist Notes, allowing users to provide personal context and stories behind their music selections. This feature is available not only to individual users but also to Spotify's editorial team, who will utilize it for popular
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Offers Discounts Ahead of October Event
SAN FRANCISCO: TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is offering significant discounts on event passes, with savings of up to $300 available until August 21. The annual gathering will take place from October 13-15 at Moscone West in San Francisco, drawing a global community of startups
Rep. Jimmy Gomez Under Investigation for Alleged Sexual Misconduct
MALAYSIA: Democratic Representative Jimmy Gomez of California is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee over allegations of sexual misconduct. Gomez has acknowledged making "personal mistakes" outside of his marriage but insists that his actions were consensual and did not breach any House
French PM Faces Criticism Over Wildfire Response Amidst Ongoing European Blazes
KUALA LUMPUR: France's Prime Minister faced criticism over the government's response to wildfires that have ravaged parts of Europe. On Monday, the Prime Minister announced a €12 million aid package to support the French regions hardest hit by the fires. The wildfires have
Russian Opposition Leader Sentenced to 11 Years for Anti-War Stance
RUSSIA: Lev Schlosberg, a prominent Russian opposition politician, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison. The sentencing took place in Russia, where Schlosberg was found guilty of "discrediting" the country's military. This verdict is seen as a response to his critical stance
Trump Threatens Military Action Against Oman Over Iran Negotiations
OMAN: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Oman amid its ongoing negotiations with Iran regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. This development coincides with the expiration of a 60-day window for peace negotiations between the U.S. And
NASA Awards Payload Processing Contracts to Four Companies
WASHINGTON: NASA has awarded contracts to four companies to provide payload processing services at its Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The companies, All Points Logistics LLC, Blue Origin LLC, Firefly Aerospace, and L3Harris Technologies Inc. Will support NASA missions by providing facilities and
Supreme Court Rejects Verizon’s $47 Million Refund Bid on FCC Fine
MALAYSIA: The Supreme Court has denied Verizon's request for a $47 million refund from the Federal Communications Commission. This decision, issued without explanation, effectively closes the door on Verizon's efforts to challenge the fine in lower courts. The fine was part of a
Wisconsin Cities Withdraw from Flock Camera Network Amid Privacy Concerns
MALAYSIA: Several towns and cities in Wisconsin have decided to withdraw from their agreements with Flock, a company providing automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras, due to privacy and trust concerns. This decision has impacted the overall effectiveness of Flock's shared camera network,
