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Alex is a reporter for The Information based in Los Angeles. He covers the ever-changing landscape of social media and future tech platforms, including augmented and virtual reality. In 2018, he was the recipient of the Larry Birger Award from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers, honoring journalists under 30 who demonstrate excellence in business reporting. He has also been named one of the most important reporters covering tech by Business Insider. His stories have been cited widely over the years by other publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post. He has been a guest on programs that include BBC One and Good Morning America, and has moderated live panels at South by Southwest, Web Summit, and other conferences. He was previously a senior reporter for Business Insider and the financial news channel Cheddar in New York City. He can be reached by email at [email protected] or on Twitter at @alexeheath.
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Facebook Sees Oculus VR Content Sales Top $100 Million

It’s an impressive stat for a still-nascent platform and a rare peek into how the VR industry is maturing.

Audio Social App Clubhouse Valued at $100 Million in Andreessen Horowitz Deal

The deal reflects investor appetite for new social platforms, though Clubhouse has yet to gain popularity beyond the current group of techies who use the app.

Facebook to Buy Giphy

The deal was valued near $300 million, a roughly 50% drop from Giphy’s last known valuation of $600 million in 2016.

Libra Association Adds Temasek, Paradigm, Slow Ventures

The embattled Libra project has gained momentum in recent weeks after pivoting its strategy to appease financial regulators.

Apple Buys VR Streaming Startup NextVR

NextVR hints towards Apple’s content ambitions for its future AR eyewear.
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