Startup developing ‘AI colleagues’ in finance secures $8.7M seed funding led by General Catalyst

Startup developing ‘AI colleagues’ in finance secures .7M seed funding led by General Catalyst

Sapien, a platform that creates “autonomous coworkers” for finance professionals, has officially launched with an $8.7 million seed fund. The startup uses AI to analyze company financials and manage complex workflows in minutes. Sapien’s tools are like “AI coworkers” that work alongside finance teams. The founders—CEO Ron Nachum, CTO Pranav Ravella, and chief scientist Arya … Read more

BDP, led by President Masisi, seeks another five years in office

BDP, led by President Masisi, seeks another five years in office

The ruling party in Botswana, which has been in power for nearly six decades, is attempting a surprising move in the upcoming general election by adopting a phrase typically associated with opposition groups. The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) is promoting “change” in its manifesto, with President Mokgweetsi Masisi acknowledging the need for different approaches. Despite … Read more

Inspiration for Porridge Radio’s New Album: A Hill, a Wedding, Led Zeppelin, and Beyond

Inspiration for Porridge Radio’s New Album: A Hill, a Wedding, Led Zeppelin, and Beyond

I think looking back on it, misty mornings, the flooding river, and the unseen gnomes all tie into this feeling of being in between, not quite here nor there. They were symbols of the emotional journey I was going through at the time, navigating heartbreak, burnout, and depression. They were elements that helped me make … Read more