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Thom Brodeur, a tech industry leader and advocate for women, has built a remarkable career from humble beginnings. Raised by a single mother in Ohio, Brodeur overcame early challenges to excel in tech, e-commerce, and the beauty industry. As CEO of Brodeur Beauty, he’s modernizing the global pageant industry, empowering women, and leaving a lasting legacy in beauty and entertainment.
Uğur Akkuş, ranked 7th on Turkey’s Forbes Billionaire list and 588th globally, has built a $20 billion empire. At 43, he is driving global innovation with green energy and health projects. Akkuş aims to be in the world’s top 10 billionaires, using his wealth to fight climate change and promote longevity.
Running a business is never as glamorous as it seems, and Dr. Laura Purdy knows that firsthand. While the world sees her as a powerhouse CEO leading SWELL Medical into uncharted territories, there’s a darker side to entrepreneurship that few are willing to discuss—especially in healthcare. The truth is, it’s not always about success stories; sometimes, it’s about the battles fought behind the scenes, like navigating medical boards and standing her ground, head-on, against them all.
In an inspiring interview, Emma Tredgett shared her journey from facing scams by fraudulent agencies to becoming a successful freelance model. Despite early setbacks, Emma’s resilience and passion for modeling fueled her rise in the industry. Her versatility and self-belief set her apart, earning her the Model of the Year 2022 award. Emma’s story is a powerful testament to turning adversity into success.
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Alix Earle, a prominent Gen Z influencer known for her luxurious lifestyle and massive online following, is facing severe backlash after alleged posts containing racial slurs surfaced…
While Bitcoin often dominates the headlines and captures the public’s attention, there is much more to the cryptocurrency market than this flagship digital asset. As the broader…
The S&P 500 ended a volatile week in the stock market with a strong rally, ultimately closing almost exactly where it began. After days of sharp swings…
The U.K. government recently held meetings with major tech companies, including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) crypto, highlighting a key difference in approach compared to the United States. The…
Galaxy Ventures has led a $10.7 million funding round for Layer2 Financial, a startup aiming to disrupt the cross-border payments industry and challenge the dominance of SWIFT.…
Former Google and Coinbase executives have raised $5 million to launch Icebreaker, a new platform designed to serve as the blockchain-based equivalent of LinkedIn. This innovative project…
Meltem Demirors, a well-known figure in the cryptocurrency industry, is raising $75 million for two new venture funds under her firm, Crucible Capital. This move signals a…
Ripple Labs has achieved a significant legal victory against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), but the celebration may be premature due to the possibility of…
