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#market-growth

1 day ago

Booming Green: The Rapid Expansion of New York's Legal Cannabis Market

New York's cannabis industry is rapidly growing with increasing sales, but faces challenges from illicit markets and community concerns over dispensary locations.

Canada news

Exciting Cannabis Legalization and Investment Opportunities for Small Business Owners in 2025

The cannabis industry is ripe for investment and growth as federal legalization approaches, offering significant opportunities for small business owners.

Canada news

How Autoflowers Are Reshaping the Home Growing Industry

Autoflowering cannabis strains are revolutionizing home cultivation with easier growth and superior yields.

The global cannabis market is expected to grow to $58 billion by 2028.

The U.S. cannabis seed market is projected to reach $2.02 billion by 2030.

Canada news

Cannabis Education: The Green Revolution Taking Over!

Consumer education is a key driver of the cannabis industry's explosive growth, fostering informed purchasing decisions and reducing stigma.

NYC politics

1 day ago

Booming Green: The Rapid Expansion of New York's Legal Cannabis Market

New York's cannabis industry is rapidly growing with increasing sales, but faces challenges from illicit markets and community concerns over dispensary locations.

Canada news

Exciting Cannabis Legalization and Investment Opportunities for Small Business Owners in 2025

The cannabis industry is ripe for investment and growth as federal legalization approaches, offering significant opportunities for small business owners.

Canada news

How Autoflowers Are Reshaping the Home Growing Industry

Autoflowering cannabis strains are revolutionizing home cultivation with easier growth and superior yields.

The global cannabis market is expected to grow to $58 billion by 2028.

The U.S. cannabis seed market is projected to reach $2.02 billion by 2030.

Canada news

Cannabis Education: The Green Revolution Taking Over!

Consumer education is a key driver of the cannabis industry's explosive growth, fostering informed purchasing decisions and reducing stigma.

more#cannabis-industry

Food & drink

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1 day ago

The Best Instant Mushroom Coffee To Buy For Iced Drinks - Tasting Table

Mushroom coffee is rapidly growing in popularity, expected to reach a market value of $4.5 billion by 2030.

Four Sigmatic Think stands out in the mushroom coffee market for its taste and convenience.

Boston real estate

fromNew York Post

4 days ago

Heartland city emerges as top US market - where typical home is $200K less than national median

Toledo, OH has the top housing market in the U.S. this spring, with affordable home prices and quick sales.

#legalization

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4 days ago

US politics

Pot Inc. tells Trump it's high time to loosen federal laws

The marijuana industry seeks to loosen federal laws to access banking and enhance growth.

Canada news

Exploring Investment Opportunities in the Evolving Cannabis Industry

The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, presenting unique investment opportunities amid changing legal landscapes.

Federal rescheduling of cannabis may unlock research and funding opportunities, driving further growth in the industry.

fromNew York Post

4 days ago

US politics

Pot Inc. tells Trump it's high time to loosen federal laws

The marijuana industry seeks to loosen federal laws to access banking and enhance growth.

Canada news

Exploring Investment Opportunities in the Evolving Cannabis Industry

The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, presenting unique investment opportunities amid changing legal landscapes.

Federal rescheduling of cannabis may unlock research and funding opportunities, driving further growth in the industry.

more#legalization

#ai

Nvidia CEO Says Reasoning AI Needs 100 Times More AI Chips | Entrepreneur

Next-generation reasoning AI demands substantially more computing power, significantly boosting Nvidia's chip sales and market presence.

fromInfoWorld

Large language models: The foundations of generative AI

Large language models are essential for generative AI and expected to see rapid market growth.

NYC startup

Nirvana keeps on truckin' with $80M at a $830M valuation for its AI-powered insurance | TechCrunch

Nirvana raised $80 million in Series C funding to expand AI-driven trucking insurance amidst favorable industry growth.

fromCloud Pro

Cloud spending projected to grow 19% this year on back of strong 2024

Cloud spending is predicted to grow 19% in 2025.

AI adoption is driving the increase in cloud spending.

AWS leads the market, followed by Microsoft and Google.

IDC: global edge computing spending to approach $380bn by 2028 | Computer Weekly

Edge computing is set for significant growth, with spending expected to reach $380 billion by 2028, driven largely by AI and real-time data demands.

5 days ago

Chinese AI startup Manus reportedly gets funding from Benchmark at $500M valuation | TechCrunch

Manus AI raised $75 million to expand its AI tools market internationally.

The funding round has increased Manus AI's valuation to approximately $500 million.

Nvidia CEO Says Reasoning AI Needs 100 Times More AI Chips | Entrepreneur

Next-generation reasoning AI demands substantially more computing power, significantly boosting Nvidia's chip sales and market presence.

fromInfoWorld

Large language models: The foundations of generative AI

Large language models are essential for generative AI and expected to see rapid market growth.

NYC startup

Nirvana keeps on truckin' with $80M at a $830M valuation for its AI-powered insurance | TechCrunch

Nirvana raised $80 million in Series C funding to expand AI-driven trucking insurance amidst favorable industry growth.

fromCloud Pro

Cloud spending projected to grow 19% this year on back of strong 2024

Cloud spending is predicted to grow 19% in 2025.

AI adoption is driving the increase in cloud spending.

AWS leads the market, followed by Microsoft and Google.

IDC: global edge computing spending to approach $380bn by 2028 | Computer Weekly

Edge computing is set for significant growth, with spending expected to reach $380 billion by 2028, driven largely by AI and real-time data demands.

5 days ago

Chinese AI startup Manus reportedly gets funding from Benchmark at $500M valuation | TechCrunch

Manus AI raised $75 million to expand its AI tools market internationally.

The funding round has increased Manus AI's valuation to approximately $500 million.

more#ai

#sustainability

fromPractical Ecommerce

Ecommerce and the Secondhand Boom

The secondhand apparel market is set to grow 13% annually in the U.S., reaching $40 billion by 2029.

fromForbes

How Beautyfor And Anika Leila Are Tackling Beauty's Excess Issue

The beauty industry is thriving financially but faces a waste crisis resulting from excessive packaging and product disposal.

fromPractical Ecommerce

Ecommerce and the Secondhand Boom

The secondhand apparel market is set to grow 13% annually in the U.S., reaching $40 billion by 2029.

fromForbes

How Beautyfor And Anika Leila Are Tackling Beauty's Excess Issue

The beauty industry is thriving financially but faces a waste crisis resulting from excessive packaging and product disposal.

more#sustainability

Beer

Alcohol Wants To Be In Charge Of Selling Legal Cannabis

Alcohol retailers seek to dominate cannabis sales using their infrastructure and lobby power.

Just Eat Takeaway meets guidance for 2024; plans to step up investment in Europe, UK and Ireland in 2025 - Silicon Canals

Just Eat Takeaway.com reports significant growth, profitability, and strategic focus following the sale of US operations and emphasizes investments for future expansion.

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 weeks ago

UK news

Belgian insurer buys Sheilas' Wheels owner Esure in 1.3bn deal

Ageas will acquire Esure for £1.3 billion, creating the UK's third-largest home and motor insurer amidst growing market demand.

SF real estate

Place buys Remine for $1.5 million in cash at auction

Place strengthens its market position with a new acquisition of Remine, assuring continued service for clients amidst Remine's financial struggles.

European startups

fromSilicon Canals

Just Eat Takeaway meets guidance for 2024; plans to step up investment in Europe, UK and Ireland in 2025 - Silicon Canals

Just Eat Takeaway.com reports significant growth, profitability, and strategic focus following the sale of US operations and emphasizes investments for future expansion.

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 weeks ago

UK news

Belgian insurer buys Sheilas' Wheels owner Esure in 1.3bn deal

Ageas will acquire Esure for £1.3 billion, creating the UK's third-largest home and motor insurer amidst growing market demand.

fromHarvard Business Review

SF real estate

Place buys Remine for $1.5 million in cash at auction

Place strengthens its market position with a new acquisition of Remine, assuring continued service for clients amidst Remine's financial struggles.

more#acquisition

Startup companies

What Type of Corporate Venture Builder Are You? - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM EY

US companies face a $9 trillion shareholder value deficit that corporate venture building can help address.

fromZDNET

2 weeks ago

Tech industry

There's a quiet PC boom happening - thanks to Windows 10 and the tariffs

PC shipments rose by 12.6% in Q1 2025, driven by tariff concerns and the end of Windows 10 support.

Inventory increases by PC makers catered to anticipated tariff changes and Windows 11 upgrades.

Online learning

Educational Animations: The Business Case for Visual Learning in Corporate Training and Schools

Educational animations significantly enhance learning outcomes and operational efficiency in businesses and educational institutions.

#chatgpt

Web Traffic Surges Among AI Tool Sites, Garnering 10.5B Monthly Visits

The past year saw over 50% growth in web traffic to AI tool sites due to increased adoption and digital workflow integration.

Growth hacking

ChatGPT adoption skyrockets in India, but monetization may be trailing | TechCrunch

India is a critical growth market for OpenAI's ChatGPT, despite current revenue challenges.

Web Traffic Surges Among AI Tool Sites, Garnering 10.5B Monthly Visits

The past year saw over 50% growth in web traffic to AI tool sites due to increased adoption and digital workflow integration.

Growth hacking

ChatGPT adoption skyrockets in India, but monetization may be trailing | TechCrunch

India is a critical growth market for OpenAI's ChatGPT, despite current revenue challenges.

more#chatgpt

SF real estate

Compass, eXp retain No. 1 spots on RealTrends Verified

The 2025 RealTrends rankings highlight brokers' ability to retain competitiveness through growth and innovation despite changing market conditions.

1 year ago

Cryptocurrency

Coincall Debuts On Top 5 Crypto Options Exchanges By Volume,Announces 'Earn While You Trade' Feature | HackerNoon

Coincall has reached the Top 5 global crypto options exchanges just 18 months after launch, driven by strong market strategies.

What's the State of Retail Media in 2025? - ExchangeWire.com

The global retail media market is experiencing rapid growth with new entrants across various sectors.

APAC is poised to be the next growth center for retail media networks.

Large e-tailers need to invest more in telecommunications, travel, and real estate sectors.

fromYahoo Finance

Marketing tech

A2P SMS Market to Reach $93.83 Billion by 2031, Led by Route Mobile, Telesign, Clickatell, and C3ntro Telecom - The Insight Partners

The A2P SMS market is rapidly growing due to digital transformation and rich communication services.

E-Commerce

fromExchangewire

What's the State of Retail Media in 2025? - ExchangeWire.com

The global retail media market is experiencing rapid growth with new entrants across various sectors.

APAC is poised to be the next growth center for retail media networks.

Large e-tailers need to invest more in telecommunications, travel, and real estate sectors.

fromYahoo Finance

Marketing tech

A2P SMS Market to Reach $93.83 Billion by 2031, Led by Route Mobile, Telesign, Clickatell, and C3ntro Telecom - The Insight Partners

The A2P SMS market is rapidly growing due to digital transformation and rich communication services.

more#e-commerce

Startup companies

WOW! Reaches 100,000 Homes With Broadband, Toward Goal of 400,000

WOW! Internet has expanded broadband services to over 100,000 additional homes, focusing on reliable service and transparent pricing.

Gadgets

fromwww.theguardian.com

From sex toy safety to supply chains: why testing vibrators isn't as fun as you might think

The role of a sexual wellbeing specialist extends beyond pleasure, encompassing safety, sustainability, and the breaking down of societal stigmas around sex toys.

fromTasting Table

Food & drink

The Sparkling Water You Shouldn't Ignore At Trader Joe's - Tasting Table

Consumers are increasingly choosing sparkling water for hydration and flavor.

Trader Joe's raspberry lime flavor is a standout in the sparkling water market.

The global sparkling water market is projected to grow significantly.

SF real estate

Onity leaders on reverse mortgage profitability, proprietary product development

Liberty is the fourth-largest reverse mortgage lender in the U.S. and seeks to reenter proprietary market for growth.

Slower cloud growth Google

Google's revenue growth has slowed primarily due to cloud computing sales, leading to a decline in share prices.

Data science

Hyperscale datacentre capacities continue to rise off back of AI boom | Computer Weekly

Hyperscale datacentres are expanding capacity swiftly to meet AI demands, with rapid growth expected in the coming years.

from24/7 Wall St.

Tech industry

Snowflake (SNOW) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030

Snowflake Inc. is positioned for significant growth in the cloud storage industry despite recent stock struggles.

fromwww.techzine.eu

Slower cloud growth Google

Google's revenue growth has slowed primarily due to cloud computing sales, leading to a decline in share prices.

Data science

Hyperscale datacentre capacities continue to rise off back of AI boom | Computer Weekly

Hyperscale datacentres are expanding capacity swiftly to meet AI demands, with rapid growth expected in the coming years.

from24/7 Wall St.

Tech industry

Snowflake (SNOW) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030

Snowflake Inc. is positioned for significant growth in the cloud storage industry despite recent stock struggles.

more#cloud-computing

Privacy professionals

Protect, Store, Share: Why VDRs Are Essential for Security

Data security is crucial for modern businesses due to evolving cyber threats.

Virtual data rooms offer essential solutions for managing sensitive information securely.

fromwww.cnbc.com

Meta investors shouldn't sleep on WhatsApp's potential. Here's why

WhatsApp's business messaging is poised for significant growth, projected to generate $5.8 billion to $7.3 billion in revenue by 2030.

Meta's overall market for business messaging is set to expand from $26 billion in 2024 to $40 billion by 2030.

NYC politics

fromTime Out New York

New Yorkers will benefit from higher quality weed and more places to buy from this year, experts say

New York's recreational cannabis market is set for significant growth by 2025.

Higher quality products and increased dispensary availability are anticipated.

fromPsychology Today

BCI and AI Allow the Mind to Control Robot Arm

Breakthrough in brain-computer interfaces allows paralyzed individuals to control robotic arms using thoughts for extended periods without recalibration.

Music production

fromRAIN News

2024 global music market growth: Slowed but still significant. Think three dozen billion.

Global recorded music revenue reached $36.2 billion with a 6.5% annual growth, despite the ongoing global disruptions.

Why Funtico and FunNFT Are Teaming Up for Web3 Gaming's Future: Your Chance at 75,000 $TICO Starts | HackerNoon

Funtico's integration with FunNFT enhances blockchain gaming participation through NFTs and competitive tournaments.

fromhackernoon.com

Miscellaneous

NFT Transaction Networks Are Highly Decentralized and Influenced by Key Nodes

The NFT transaction analysis demonstrates substantial growth in both transaction volume and user engagement since 2018.

In 2021, NFT sales significantly increased, with notable growth in the transaction volume and number of active wallets.

Cryptocurrency

Why Funtico and FunNFT Are Teaming Up for Web3 Gaming's Future: Your Chance at 75,000 $TICO Starts | HackerNoon

Funtico's integration with FunNFT enhances blockchain gaming participation through NFTs and competitive tournaments.

fromhackernoon.com

Miscellaneous

NFT Transaction Networks Are Highly Decentralized and Influenced by Key Nodes

The NFT transaction analysis demonstrates substantial growth in both transaction volume and user engagement since 2018.

In 2021, NFT sales significantly increased, with notable growth in the transaction volume and number of active wallets.

Design for every body: The evolution of accessible design

The design community is embracing accessibility, making it integral to product design and proving it benefits business.

fromDigiday

Media Buying Briefing: WPP and Stagwell offer a tale of two outlooks

WPP anticipates a tough year while Stagwell forecasts growth, highlighting contrasting futures among holding companies.

#ai-technology

Rocket showcases strategic pivot on Q4 earnings call

Rocket Mortgage experienced a significant growth in origination volume and increased efficiency through innovative technology.

fromThe Verge

Miscellaneous

Apple and Samsung are neck-and-neck in global smartphone sales with Xiaomi gaining

Smartphone sales returned to growth in 2024 after two years of decline, largely driven by Chinese manufacturers.

Rocket showcases strategic pivot on Q4 earnings call

Rocket Mortgage experienced a significant growth in origination volume and increased efficiency through innovative technology.

fromThe Verge

Alternative transportation

Miscellaneous

Apple and Samsung are neck-and-neck in global smartphone sales with Xiaomi gaining

Smartphone sales returned to growth in 2024 after two years of decline, largely driven by Chinese manufacturers.

more#ai-technology

fromInsideEVs

Public EV Charging Was Already Getting Worse. Then Trump Killed Federal Funding

Public charging availability for EVs is a significant barrier to adoption, with 20% of drivers unable to charge.

There is a concern that NEVI funding cuts may decrease EV demand.

Beer

fromBevindustry

2025 Beer Report: Will import beer remain unstoppable?

Imported beers are experiencing significant growth, particularly Mexican brands, despite challenges in the overall beer market.

How Olipop went from a laundry room lab to a billion dollar soda company

Olipop has transformed into a major player in the beverage industry, achieving significant sales growth and valuation shortly after its launch.

Miscellaneous

How to Understand the Rise of Alcohol Alternatives and Adaptogen Drinks | Entrepreneur

The beverage industry is shifting toward health-oriented non-alcoholic and low-alcohol options, reflecting a cultural move towards mindful consumption.

Startup companies

fromFast Company

How Olipop went from a laundry room lab to a billion dollar soda company

Olipop has transformed into a major player in the beverage industry, achieving significant sales growth and valuation shortly after its launch.

Miscellaneous

How to Understand the Rise of Alcohol Alternatives and Adaptogen Drinks | Entrepreneur

The beverage industry is shifting toward health-oriented non-alcoholic and low-alcohol options, reflecting a cultural move towards mindful consumption.

more#beverage-industry

fromBusiness Insider

It's a tough time for consulting globally. In big-spending Gulf states, not so much.

GCC consulting market sees significant growth while the US and UK markets struggle.

Consultants gain unique influence through national development projects in Gulf states.

#artificial-intelligence

Women in technology

fromenglish.elpais.com

Designed by men, for men: Why sex with robots does not have appeal among women

Sex robots are on the rise, with significant market growth projected.

Aria, a humanoid robot, aims to connect emotionally with users.

Sex technology for women has not gained the expected traction.

fromShopify

Artificial intelligence

AI Business Ideas for Entrepreneurs (2024) - Shopify

AI is set to revolutionize business in the 21st century, offering entrepreneurs a chance for growth and competitive advantage.

Artificial intelligence

Bay Area pioneer in conversational AI looks to the future

The Bay Area is rapidly becoming a leading hub for the artificial intelligence industry.

fromMarTech

Marketing

A marketer's guide to marketing automation platforms | MarTech

Marketing automation platforms are crucial for lead nurturing and integration with CRMs.

The marketing automation software market is expected to grow significantly over the next decade.

Women in technology

fromenglish.elpais.com

Designed by men, for men: Why sex with robots does not have appeal among women

Sex robots are on the rise, with significant market growth projected.

Aria, a humanoid robot, aims to connect emotionally with users.

Sex technology for women has not gained the expected traction.

fromShopify

AI Business Ideas for Entrepreneurs (2024) - Shopify

AI is set to revolutionize business in the 21st century, offering entrepreneurs a chance for growth and competitive advantage.

Bay Area pioneer in conversational AI looks to the future

The Bay Area is rapidly becoming a leading hub for the artificial intelligence industry.

fromMarTech

more#artificial-intelligence

Marketing

A marketer's guide to marketing automation platforms | MarTech

Marketing automation platforms are crucial for lead nurturing and integration with CRMs.

The marketing automation software market is expected to grow significantly over the next decade.

fromDigiday

How B2B and B2C data accelerates growth for retail media networks

U.S. retail media is projected to grow to $109.4 billion by 2027, outpacing major ad channels combined.

Success in retail media requires overcoming significant data challenges to optimize campaign effectiveness.

More And More People Want EVs, Actually

Electric vehicle interest among gas-car shoppers rose from 18% to 31% in 2024.

Misconceptions about EV ownership costs continue to linger among consumers.

fromTESLARATI

Alternative transportation

Hyundai Motor America reports record sales for 2024

Hyundai achieved record sales in 2024, driven by a diverse range of vehicles and strong demand for electric and hybrid models.

Cars

fromInsideEVs

More And More People Want EVs, Actually

Electric vehicle interest among gas-car shoppers rose from 18% to 31% in 2024.

Misconceptions about EV ownership costs continue to linger among consumers.

fromTESLARATI

Alternative transportation

Hyundai Motor America reports record sales for 2024

Hyundai achieved record sales in 2024, driven by a diverse range of vehicles and strong demand for electric and hybrid models.

more#electric-vehicles

DevOps

Copper Mountain Technologies Focuses on Enabling Engineers in 2025

The vector network analyzer market will grow due to advancements in 5G, IoT, and autonomous vehicles, reaching $695.4 million by 2028.

1 year ago

Cryptocurrency

PINTU Reports 150% YoY Growth in Trading Volume, Driven by AI and Meme Token Surge | HackerNoon

PINTU experienced a 150% YoY trading volume surge, fueled by AI and meme tokens.

AI tokens increased by 1,200% in trading volume, indicating strong user interest.

Indonesia's crypto market saw a significant 335.91% increase in transactions.

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

Oppo led Southeast Asian smartphone market in 2024

Oppo outsold all competitors in Southeast Asia for the first time in 2024, capturing 18% market share.

fromSilicon Canals

European startups

Swiss data and analytics platform ETFbook bags 4M

ETFbook secures €4M Series A funding to enhance its ETF data and analytics platform.

The ETF market is rapidly growing, indicating increased demand for advanced data tools.

Business intelligence

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Smartphone Market to Grow by 99.8M In Next Five Years: Report

Smartphone market growth is projected at 4.1% CAGR by 2029, influenced by AI and sensor technology.

Ongoing trade wars could hinder smartphone adoption despite technological advancements.

Premium smartphones with advanced features are driving demand in the market.

Business

M&S chief accuses government of raiding retail sector like a piggy bank'

Marks & Spencer's CEO warns against government tax policies that threaten retail growth.

Mobile UX

fromKnow Your Mobile

It's OFFICIAL: Samsung Is World's Biggest Chip Maker

Samsung has reclaimed its position as the largest semiconductor manufacturer, surpassing Intel driven by memory chip demand and resolved HBM chip issues.

1 year ago

AI Agents To Become a $47.1 Billion Powerhouse? | HackerNoon

The AI agent market is projected to grow significantly, reaching USD 47.1 billion by 2030, driven by advancements in NLP and machine learning.

AI agents are transforming industries by improving efficiency, enabling automation, and delivering personalized experiences across various sectors.

Miscellaneous

Prepaid payments platform Recharge raises 45M to go on M&A spree | TechCrunch

Recharge is poised for growth with new funding aimed at acquisitions and expansion into fintech services amid high consumer demand for prepaid options.

fromITPro