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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
Crystals for August: Boost your energy and focus
I arranged Peridot, Citrine, Carnelian, and Amazonite against a swirling nebula. Soft light highlights their facets, creating a mystical scene. Crystals are powerful tools that help align our energy with the cosmic vibrations of each month. August's energy is bold, vibrant, and transformative, and certain crystals can amplify your focus, healing, and manifestation work. Peridot – August's birthstone, Peridot, radiates warmth, abundance, and renewal. It helps release negativity, improve confidence, and attract prosperity. Peridot is ideal for people looking to make fresh starts or invite more joy into their lives. Citrine – Known as the stone of success, Citrine encourages optimism, clarity, and personal power. It complements the Leo energy of early August and helps with manifestation and abundance goals. Carnelian – This fiery crystal boosts motivation, creativity, and vitality. Perfect for those seeking passion and courage in their pursuits. Carnelian also strengthens your connection to your inner strength. Amazonite – As Virgo season approaches, Amazonite helps calm the mind, enhance communication, and support emotional balance. It's excellent for those seeking peace, especially during the mid-month transition. Use these crystals during meditation, wear them as jewelry, or keep them in your space to invite their unique energies. Cleanse them under moonlight and set intentions to align with the powerful vibrations of August. Discover everything about astrology at Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces . Read your detailed Horoscope Today and Horoscope Tomorrow here.
TechCrunch
18-06-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
Multiplier, founded by ex-Stripe exec, nabs $27.5M to fuel AI-powered accounting roll-ups
In late 2022, Noah Pepper, a former Stripe business lead for the Asia Pacific region, founded Multiplier, a startup that aimed to sell software to tax accounts. But soon after ChatGPT was released, he realized that AI can change how professional service firms use technology. 'I realized I was barking up the wrong tree by trying to build a SaaS business, and instead I should figure out how to make these people more effective,' he told TechCrunch. The startup acquired Citrine International Tax, a boutique provider of cross-border tax accounting services, and enhanced the firm with AI capabilities built by Multiplier. It quickly became apparent that the strategy was working. By eliminating manual work, Multiplier's AI tools helped Citrine more than double its profit margins. So, Pepper decided that instead of building software for accounting firms, Multiplier would acquire existing professional service businesses and outfit them with its AI solution. Today, Multiplier, which is now called Multiplier Holdings, is announcing that it raised a total of $27.5 million in seed and Series A financing. Lightspeed Venture Partners led the Series A funding round for the startup, following Multiplier's seed round, which was led by Ribbit Capital with participation from SV Angel. Multiplier is part of a growing trend: startups acquiring existing service businesses and scaling them with AI. The PE-style roll-up strategy has recently gained popularity among VCs, with investors such as General Catalyst, Elad Gil, Thrive, and Khosla Ventures backing startups that develop AI solutions and integrate them into existing people-focused companies. 'Until AI existed, none of this was possible,' Lightspeed partner Justin Overdorff said. In addition to Multiplier, Lightspeed has invested in three other yet-to-be-announced AI-powered roll-up companies. Techcrunch event Save $200+ on your TechCrunch All Stage pass Build smarter. Scale faster. Connect deeper. Join visionaries from Precursor Ventures, NEA, Index Ventures, Underscore VC, and beyond for a day packed with strategies, workshops, and meaningful connections. Save $200+ on your TechCrunch All Stage pass Build smarter. Scale faster. Connect deeper. Join visionaries from Precursor Ventures, NEA, Index Ventures, Underscore VC, and beyond for a day packed with strategies, workshops, and meaningful connections. Boston, MA | REGISTER NOW Overdorff is convinced that this strategy is most effective when the startup buys small companies because they are more open to changing their existing processes. 'If you go to an accounting firm that has 200 accountants, it's unlikely to get adopted at a [high] rate.' Prior to being purchased by Multiplier, Citrine was a two-person tax entity. Multiplier not only helped increase its margins but also helped Citrine grow, Overdorff said. Multiplier's goal is to expand beyond offering personal tax compliance to create an AI-powered competitor to the Big Four accounting firms. Pepper said that Multiplier is looking to purchase high-recurring-revenue service firms helmed by people who are excited to integrate and help customize AI to take their businesses to the next level. 'It's a little bit like a venture-style business where you're looking to make a bet on this leader who you think is just amazing in their category,' Pepper said.
TechCrunch
18-06-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
Multiplier, founded by ex-Stripe exec, nabs $27.5M to fuel AI-powered accounting roll-up
In late 2022, Noah Pepper, a former Stripe business lead for the Asia Pacific region, founded Multiplier, a startup that aimed to sell software to tax accounts. But soon after ChatGPT was released, he realized that AI can change how professional service firms use technology. 'I realized I was barking up the wrong tree by trying to build a SaaS business, and instead I should figure out how to make these people more effective,' he told TechCrunch. The startup acquired Citrine International Tax, a boutique provider of cross-border tax accounting services, and enhanced the firm with AI capabilities built by Multiplier. It quickly became apparent that the strategy was working. By eliminating manual work, Multiplier's AI tools helped Citrine more than double its profit margins. So, Pepper decided that instead of building software for accounting firms, Multiplier would acquire existing professional service businesses and outfit them with its AI solution. Today, Multiplier, which is now called Multiplier Holdings, is announcing that it raised a total of $27.5 million in seed and Series A financing. Lightspeed Venture Partners led the Series A funding round for the startup, following Multiplier's seed round, which was led by Ribbit Capital with participation from SV Angel. Multiplier is part of a growing trend: startups acquiring existing service businesses and scaling them with AI. The PE-style roll-up strategy has recently gained popularity among VCs, with investors such as General Catalyst, Elad Gil, Thrive, and Khosla Ventures backing startups that develop AI solutions and integrate them into existing people-focused companies. 'Until AI existed, none of this was possible,' Lightspeed partner Justin Overdorff said. In addition to Multiplier, Lightspeed has invested in three other yet-to-be-announced AI-powered roll-up companies. Techcrunch event Save $200+ on your TechCrunch All Stage pass Build smarter. Scale faster. Connect deeper. Join visionaries from Precursor Ventures, NEA, Index Ventures, Underscore VC, and beyond for a day packed with strategies, workshops, and meaningful connections. Save $200+ on your TechCrunch All Stage pass Build smarter. Scale faster. Connect deeper. Join visionaries from Precursor Ventures, NEA, Index Ventures, Underscore VC, and beyond for a day packed with strategies, workshops, and meaningful connections. Boston, MA | REGISTER NOW Overdorff is convinced that this strategy is most effective when the startup buys small companies because they are more open to changing their existing processes. 'If you go to an accounting firm that has 200 accountants, it's unlikely to get adopted at a [high] rate.' Prior to being purchased by Multiplier, Citrine was a two-person tax entity. Multiplier not only helped increase its margins but also helped Citrine grow, Overdorff said. Multiplier's goal is to expand beyond offering personal tax compliance to create an AI-powered competitor to the Big Four accounting firms. Pepper said that Multiplier is looking to purchase high-recurring-revenue service firms helmed by people who are excited to integrate and help customize AI to take their businesses to the next level. 'It's a little bit like a venture-style business where you're looking to make a bet on this leader who you think is just amazing in their category,' Pepper said.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
3 Crystals That Attract Money
Wallet weeping? Bills doing the cha-cha slide? Forget another budgeting app; some are turning to the sparkly side for financial assistance. Apparently, manifesting with crystals is the budget-friendly alternative to an MBA. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now These three gems have a reputation for whispering sweet nothings (and maybe some dollar amounts) to the universe. 1. Citrine – The Crystal CEO: Forget subtle; Citrine is all about success and abundance, turning those side hustles into empires. This sunny stone is like a shot of espresso infused with brilliant business plans. Think confidence, clarity, and major Leo vibes, minus the diva moments. Known as the "Merchant's Stone" for a reason. 2. Pyrite – The Financially Savvy Bodyguard: Don't let the "Fool's Gold" nickname fool you. Pyrite is serious about business. This metallic powerhouse is believed to attract wealth, shield you from financial facepalms, and act like a bouncer for your risky investments. Its motto? "Invest smart, not just hard." 3. Green Aventurine – The Lucky Break Bestie: This crystal is the rom-com protagonist of the gem world, the one who accidentally lands their dream job and a swanky apartment. Known as the " ," Green Aventurine is all about boosting your chances, from nailing interviews to maybe (just maybe) that lottery ticket. It brings a gentle, supportive energy, like a friend whispering, "You got this!" Keep these sparkly allies in your wallet, on your desk, or even next to that vision board gathering dust bunnies. Remember, crystals amplify energy – they're not a replacement for actually doing things. But pair them with your hustle and a sprinkle of belief? That's where the real magic (and maybe some actual money) might just appear.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Town of Lewiston approves site plan for Citrine solar facility
The Lewiston Town Board approved site plans for Citrine Solar's proposed facility in a former town landfill. The approval was contingent on a host agreement that still has to be worked out and an access agreement to be notarized by Modern Disposal. The Connecticut-based company wants to build a 2.5-megawatt commercial system on the closed landfill at 4746 Model City Road, next to Modern Disposal's Lewiston office. The solar panels would make up eight to 10 acres of the 29.5-acre site. The site is owned by the Washuta family trust and zoned for industrial use. The town has limited any new solar farms to industrially zoned areas since this past August. This array would be a community solar project under the Community Solar Power Program, with the power generated for National Grid. The amount of power generated would degrade by half a percent every year, with the panels still capable of producing 80% of its capacity after 20 years. The decommissioning plan will last 30 years with Citrine paying the town $170,000 for the first year of operations, then increasing by 2.5% per year over the plan's course. Citrine has worked on 15 arrays generating 37.32 megawatts of power across New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Connecticut, and California.
