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Wefarm adds $11M to expand its network for independent farmers, now at 2.5M users

TechCrunch

But today comes news of funding for a startup building a social network for what is probably one of the least digital business sectors of all: independent, small-hold farmers in the developing world. Wefarm has raised $32 million since being founded in 2015. million users. million members.

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Firewalla launches its Purple gigabit home firewall

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With the Purple, Firewalla, which was founded in 2015, is filling a hole in its lineup, which until now included 100 Mbps and 500 Mbps devices for home and small business users with prices ranging from $129 to $199, as well as a $458 3 Gbps+ device for larger businesses. Image Credits: Firewalla. We build fault tolerance into [the Purple].

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New report examines Africa’s growth in the digital economy and VC investment landscape

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The dynamics that play into this forecast, aside from the impact of COVID, include a youthful population (the youngest globally), rising smartphone adoption and internet penetration that has led to a burgeoning tech ecosystem backed by local and international VC dollars. The continent’s $115 billion digital economy is in its early phases.

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RSA Conference 2015 – San Francisco 20-24 April 2015

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Attendees will receive: Over 30 hours of educational sessions, covering a wide range of topics, including Internet of Things, Supply Chain risk, Threat Intelligence Sharing, Identity Management, Cyber Crime, Mobile Law, Government Policy, Analytics and Forensics, BYOS, Security Operations Center, and many more. Should FireEye Inc.

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How Edge as a Service is shaping the future of fan engagement

CIO

It’s also a huge logistical challenge, requiring a complex network of road closures as well as ensuring millions of spectators enjoy the race safely. By embracing technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT) and digital twins, A.S.O. Amaury Sport Organisation (A.S.O.),

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Industrial cybersecurity startup Claroty raises $140M in pre-IPO funding round

TechCrunch

Claroty, an industrial cybersecurity company that helps customers protect and manage their Internet of Things (IoT) and operational technology (OT) assets, has raised $140 million in its latest, and potentially last round of funding. . Founded in 2015, the late-stage startup focuses on the industrial side of cybersecurity.

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Integrate (26-30 Sep 2015 in Santa Clara) is the largest conference 100% focused on integrating technologies

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Thanks to the organizers of the Integrate + API World 2015 Conference ( Sept. Integrate + API World 2015 is the nation’s largest integration + API conference featuring participants such as Google, IBM, Facebook, Linkedin, HP, Slack, HipChat, Zendesk, and 200+ more companies. Internet of Things Integration Summit ( Sept 30 ).