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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.
Yaribey Baro’s inspiring journey from Cuba to a thriving hairstyling career showcases resilience, artistry, and purpose. As a cancer survivor and single mother, she transforms lives through beauty, blending skill and empathy to uplift spirits and redefine confidence.
In an exclusive interview, six-time world champion jet skier Christy Swaid opens up about her life, her journey to becoming a Guinness World Record holder, and her transformative new venture, Checkered Flag Living. A symbol of resilience, inspiration, and empowerment, Christy’s story is a rallying cry for anyone ready to take charge of their lives.
Over 15 years ago, Marquet Media’s founder embarked on a journey that would make her a notable force in public relations. Her background in finance—where she developed a keen understanding of data and measurable results—helped shape her distinctive, analytical approach to PR. Through early roles in marketing and consulting, she gained deep insights into media dynamics, which laid the foundation for the launch of Marquet Media, a firm now known for its client-centered, data-driven strategies.
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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…
Crypto scammers have reportedly pulled in $155 million by capitalizing on the latest rumors surrounding so-called “Trump coins.” These fraudulent schemes often involve the creation and promotion…
Big Tech companies, particularly those with vast resources like Google, have long been accused of exploiting the patent system to maintain their dominance and stifle competition. As…
The steel industry is at a pivotal moment as it faces the challenge of leading the way to a more sustainable future. As one of the most…
A man from Nashville has been accused of helping thousands of North Koreans obtain remote-work jobs in the IT sector. According to federal authorities, the individual allegedly…