Adani Tops Ambani as India's Richest Man🤑
Zuckerberg's Stock Moves, Swiggy Valuation Jumps, SpaceX Satellite Launch, Latest Funding Buzz and Mark Twain's take on reading.
Hello Intellectual Explorers!
In our final journey this week with Rise & Shine, we delve into the enlightening words of Mark Twain.
"The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read."
—Mark Twain
Picture a world where the doors to knowledge swing open with every turned page.
In a universe of endless possibilities, the ability to absorb knowledge becomes the key to unlocking unparalleled advantages.
Tech Updates
Gautam Adani overtakes Mukesh Ambani as India's richest man, both climb spots on world rich list
Gautam Adani, Chairperson of the Adani Group of companies has overtaken Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on the Bloomberg Billionaire's Index (BBI), to become India's and Asia's richest man. While Adani has seen his worth climb into the top 12 on the world rankings, Ambani is just one rung below at 13. Both have moved up spots since last year.
Zuckerberg sold nearly half a billion dollars of Meta stock in last two months
Mark Zuckerberg sold nearly half a billion dollars of Meta Platforms Inc. shares in the final two months of 2023 after a two-year hiatus in which the company’s stock price hit its lowest in seven years.
Invesco ups Swiggy’s valuation by 9% to $8.5 billion
US asset manager Invesco has raised food and grocery delivery platform Swiggy’s valuation by about 9% to $8.5 billion as of October 31, according to filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
SpaceX launches first set of satellites with direct-to-cell capabilities
SpaceX has launched the first batch of Starlink satellites with direct-to-cell capability that will enable direct satellite broadband connectivity on mobiles anywhere on Earth. This comes at a time when Elon Musk's company is planning to launch satellite communication services in India.
Funding Deals
Supply chain startup Wiz Freight has raised Rs 93.3 crore or $11.24 million in a Series B round led by Japan-based venture capital firm SBI Investments.
📚 Short Story: The Library of Advantages
In a quaint town, a curious individual named Emma embraced Mark Twain's insight, "The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read."
Emma transformed her home into a haven of books, each one a gateway to new perspectives and ideas.
The advantages gained from the pages she devoured were not just personal but radiated outward, inspiring the entire community to join the quest for knowledge.
Tweet of the day🐥
As we conclude this edition, anticipate next week's exploration into the realms of mindfulness with a quote that urges us to pause and find choice in the space between stimulus and response.
Stay tuned for a fresh perspective that promises to bring serenity and mindfulness into your daily endeavors.
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