Tag: Startups
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Unacademy Slashes ESOP Exercise Window to 30 Days: What It Means for Former Employees
Overview: A Sharp Change in ESOP Policy In a move that has significant implications for former employees, Unacademy, the Bengaluru-based education technology company, has shortened the window to exercise vested stock options (ESOPs) to 30 days. Previously, departing employees reportedly had up to 10 years to exercise their ESOPs. The sudden change brings the rights…
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The stable path is no longer stable: Fresh graduates turn to entrepreneurship amid job uncertainty
The changing landscape for fresh graduates For years, a conventional route guided many new graduates: secure a stable job, climb the corporate ladder, and build a comfortable financial future. However, the job market in Singapore and beyond has grown more volatile. Economic slowdowns, hiring freezes, and evolving industries have eroded the predictability that once defined…
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When the Stable Path Isn’t So Stable: Fresh Graduates Turning to Startups Amid Job Uncertainty
The Shifting Why Behind Graduates’ Careers For years, the conventional route for fresh graduates has been to secure a stable job, climb the corporate ladder, and gradually build a financial cushion. But in Singapore, a growing number of new degree holders are choosing a different path. Faced with persistent job applications that yield little or…
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The stable path is no longer stable: How job uncertainty is nudging some fresh graduates to start businesses
Intro: A shift in the mindset of new graduates Fresh graduates typically look to the job market for security, structure, and a clear career ladder. But in recent years, many are finding that the traditional route — land a stable job, climb the corporate ladder, and buy a home later — feels uncertain. In Singapore,…
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Car-sharing in Singapore: Shariot and peers face S$180m debt—what’s next
Overview: A spotlight on Singapore’s car-sharing sector Singapore’s burgeoning car-sharing scene, led by Shariot and related firms such as Autobahn Rent A Car, is facing a substantial financial hurdle. Reports indicate a group of nine related companies is exploring restructuring options as the consolidated debt lands near S$180 million. The development underscores the pressures facing…
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Why All Roads Lead to 2025 Pakasa Forum this Saturday
Why the 2025 Pakasa Forum Matters The 2025 Pakasa Forum promises a dynamic blend of networking, practical knowledge, and potential funding for aspiring and established entrepreneurs. As the business landscape evolves, events like Pakasa Forum provide a focused platform where ideas are refined, connections are made, and opportunities are put within reach. This year’s forum…
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Old Nigerian Built an LLM from Scratch: The Story of a Seventeen-Year-Old Innovator
What sparked a teenage dream to build an LLM In a world where AI breakthroughs often begin in well-funded labs, one story stands out for its sheer improbability and determination. Okechukwu Nwaozor, a seventeen-year-old Nigerian coder fresh out of secondary school, announced plans to build an LLM from scratch—an ambitious rival to generative giants like…
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Nigerian Teen Builds an LLM from Scratch: A Quiet AI Revolution
From curiosity to creation: a Nigerian teen’s journey into AI The story begins with a spark of curiosity and a willingness to dive headlong into a field that often seems dominated by seasoned scholars and large labs. Okechukwu Nwaozor, a seventeen-year-old Nigerian self-taught developer, surprised even his closest friends when he announced his goal: to…
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Global week ahead: AI wobble casts shadow over ‘Davos for geeks’
Lisbon prepares for a tech showdown: Web Summit returns Lisbon, Portugal, is ready to host one of the tech industry’s most anticipated gatherings: the Web Summit. Known by many as the “Davos for geeks,” this conference brings together global technology leaders, startups, investors, and media for a concentrated burst of product launches, policy debates, and…
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Disney Accelerator Demo Day Highlights: Animaj, DramaBox, Haddy and Liminal Space
Disney Accelerator Demo Day Returns With Growth-Ready Startups The annual Disney Accelerator Demo Day rolled out the red carpet on the Disney Studios lot in Burbank, spotlighting four growth-stage companies that are aiming to redefine entertainment, youth culture, and media consumption. On a day packed with virtual and in-person demos, Animaj, DramaBox, Haddy, and Liminal…