Elementl, a startup that is developing a data platform centered around the widely-used Dagster orchestrator, has secured $33 million in funding. Instead of task-oriented thinking, Elementl and Dagster prioritize data assets, considering them as the fundamental element. This approach challenges established tools such as Apache Airflow, as Dagster aims to cater effectively to large organizations while maintaining its status as a legitimate open source project. Following the common strategy of open source startups, Elementl is enhancing the open source project by incorporating enterprise features like single sign-on, role-based access, and team support to expand its commercial offerings. Moreover, recognizing Airflow's popularity, the team recently launched a tool enabling existing Airflow users to execute data pipelines written for Airflow on the Dagster platform.

Photoshop is receiving an infusion of generative AI through the integration of several Firefly-based features. These new additions empower users to expand images beyond their boundaries by incorporating Firefly-generated backgrounds. Additionally, generative AI can now be utilized to seamlessly insert objects into images, while a new generative fill feature enables more precise removal of objects compared to the previous content-aware fill option. Initially, these features will be exclusive to the beta version of Photoshop. Moreover, Adobe is extending some of these capabilities to Firefly beta users on the web. It's worth noting that Firefly users have already generated over 100 million images using the service.

Builder.ai, the startup that recently entered into a strategic partnership with Microsoft to introduce its "Natasha" AI on Microsoft Teams, has successfully secured $250 million in Series D funding. Builder.ai provides businesses, whether small or large, with a modular approach to constructing web or native mobile applications. The company has established collaborations with prominent entities such as JP Morgan & Chase, Etisalat UAE, and various technology and financial enterprises. Recognized as one of the Most Innovative Companies in Fast Company's 2023 list, Builder.ai was also honored as the "Scale Up of the Year" at the 2022 Europas awards.

Microsoft has introduced Microsoft Fabric, a comprehensive data and analytics platform (distinct from Azure Service Fabric). This new platform revolves around Microsoft's OneLake data lake, while also enabling data retrieval from Amazon S3 and, soon, Google Cloud Platform. It encompasses a wide range of functionalities, including integration tools, a data engineering platform based on Spark, a real-time analytics platform, and an enhanced Power BI for intuitive visualization and AI-driven analytics. Additionally, a new no-code developer experience empowers users to monitor their data in real-time, triggering actions and notifications based on it. These tools are seamlessly interconnected, and Microsoft has integrated its AI Copilot into the Fabric framework as well.

Efficiently managing a tennis club involves a multitude of tasks, ranging from court reservations and scheduling to membership management and billing. To simplify these operations and enhance the overall experience for both club administrators and members, tennis club management software has become an invaluable tool. These software solutions offer comprehensive features tailored specifically to the needs of tennis clubs, enabling smooth operations and improved customer satisfaction. In this article, we will explore the top three tennis club management software options available today. ***

Restaurant365, a company specializing in comprehensive restaurant management software, recently secured $135 million in fresh funding. The funding will support the further development and expansion of their software, which encompasses accounting, analytics, staff and inventory management. Notably, the software does not include point of sale solutions. Currently, Restaurant365's software is employed across approximately 40,000 locations, catering to a diverse customer base that includes small businesses, franchises, chains, and accounting firms serving the restaurant industry. Unlike many other businesses serving the restaurant industry, such as Toast, Lightspeed, and Square, which faced significant challenges during the pandemic shutdown, Restaurant365 emerged as a technology company offering valuable tools to assist its customers in navigating the crisis.

1Password, a password manager, has launched a new offering called Passage by 1Password. This service is specifically designed to assist businesses in incorporating passkey authentication into their applications and websites, eliminating the need for them to maintain their own security infrastructure. This release not only marks 1Password's expansion beyond credential management but also its entry into the realm of customer identity access management. Furthermore, it aligns with the current trend in the industry. In September, Apple introduced passkey support to iOS, enabling iPhones to serve as login tools for compatible websites and apps. PayPal followed suit in October by introducing passkey support on iOS. Additionally, other notable companies such as Google, Shopify, Kayak, and DocuSign have also embraced this functionality.

In today's business landscape, enterprises often face the challenge of managing a vast number of secrets spread across numerous services. Complicating matters, they may not even be aware of the extent to which their employees have created these secrets. While there are tools available, such as secret scanners, to prevent leaks, these tools lack the understanding of the context in which these secrets are utilized. For instance, if a secret is exposed in source code that no longer holds significant privileges, it may not be considered a high-priority issue for remediation. To address this problem, Entro, a startup dedicated to developing a security platform, has announced a successful seed round funding of $6 million. Entro's platform is designed specifically for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and security teams, offering assistance in managing and safeguarding crucial secrets like account credentials, certificates, and API keys. The service provides valuable insights to these stakeholders regarding the storage of secrets, whether they are held in vaults, collaboration tools, cloud environments, or Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms.