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Perplexity Makes Bold $34.5B Offer to Buy Google Chrome

AI startup Perplexity has offered $34.5 billion in cash to acquire Google’s Chrome browser, pledging to keep its Chromium engine open source and inject $3 billion into development.

The proposal comes as the DOJ pushes for Chrome’s divestiture following an antitrust ruling against Google. Google has rejected the idea of selling Chrome and plans to challenge the court’s decision.

Tech IPO Boom: Figma, Circle, and Bullish Signal Market Resurgence

After years of stagnation, tech IPOs are back with force. Bullish, a Peter Thiel-backed crypto exchange, surged 84% in its debut this week, echoing July’s explosive Figma listing that tripled in value and Circle’s 168% surge in June.

Investors see these performances as proof that the long “IPO drought” for tech is officially over.

Startups Are Forced to Cut Back on Hiring as Investors Push for Leaner Growth

Startups are scaling down headcounts as investors shift their focus from rapid expansion to capital efficiency and revenue per employee, a trend accelerated by the adoption of AI tools that enable smaller teams to achieve more.

According to The Economic Times, investors are now weighing workforce efficiency in funding decisions, increasingly referencing metrics like “revenue per employee” during evaluations. This marks a departure from the aggressive hiring of earlier funding cycles, signaling a new era where leaner teams, strong product-market fit, and disciplined execution are prioritized for sustainable growth.

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💻 Meet the newest addition to iDelsoft Team

We are excited to announce the newest members of our iDelsoft family! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to:

1) Robert Keyan - Full-Stack Developer

Robert began programming as a teenager and launched his career in 2013. With experience at both startups and large companies like Adobe, he now also has experience with Web3 solutions. Beyond coding, Robert balances life with the gym, video games, music production, and travel. Living in Yerevan, Armenia, he is also a devoted father to a 2-year-old daughter, spending much of his free time with family and friends while nurturing his curiosity about the world.

2) Gabriel Vanderlei - Full Stack Developer

Gabriel is a software engineer with a background in full-stack development, starting in web and mobile projects and later expanding into SaaS products, cloud architectures, and IoT systems. He has a strong passion for keeping up with emerging technologies, often reading, studying, and experimenting with new tools. Outside of work, Gabriel enjoys quality time with his family, relaxing over coffee, going for runs, and pursuing personal projects.

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Why Developers Should LOVE Testing

We know that test automation is often discussed as a “best practice” in modern software development, but why should we love automated testing as a developer?

Billy Korando is a Java Developer Advocate with the Java Platform Group at Oracle. With over a decade of experience in Java, Billy brings a passion for helping developers reduce tedious work, such as project initiation, deployment, testing, and validation, through automation and adopting the latest features and tools in the Java ecosystem. Outside of work, Billy enjoys traveling, playing kickball, and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs. Billy also co-organizes the Kansas City Java users group.f global growth — bootstrapped, community-powered, and brutally honest.

September 11, 2025, at 6 PM EST

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Rally & Think Big: A Pickleball Social with True North

Grab a paddle and join us for a fun, free morning of pickleball with the True North Society!

We’re inviting young professionals across Tampa Bay to play, mingle, and learn more about Think Big for Kids, a non-profit with a mission to break the cycle of poverty among teens and young adults by preparing them to excel in today’s workforce through career exploration, mentorship and job readiness.

Tuesday, August 23, 2025 at 10 AM EST

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Builder Series: Adam Burden, Global Innovation Lead at Accenture

We are excited to invite you to Embarc Collective’s Builder Series featuring Adam Burden, Global Innovation Lead at Accenture, on Tuesday, September 23rd at Embarc Collective.

In this session, Adam will share his leadership journey and the lessons learned from driving innovation at one of the world’s largest professional services firms. He’ll explore what it takes to foster scalable innovation, build high-performing global teams, and lead through technological transformation.

September 23, 2025, at 8:30 AM

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Why Soft Skills Matter When Hiring Overseas Tech Talent

Hiring overseas tech talent offers major advantages—cost efficiency, access to a broader talent pool, and round-the-clock development cycles. But too often, companies focus only on hard skills like programming languages or framework experience.

While technical competence is non-negotiable, the real difference between a productive offshore hire and a failed engagement often comes down to one thing: soft skills.

Building Long-Term Relationships with Offshore Contractors

Hiring offshore contractors is a popular choice for companies seeking technical expertise, flexibility, and cost efficiency. But while short-term contracts may meet immediate needs, long-term relationships with offshore talent yield significantly better results—especially for growing businesses that need stability, speed, and shared knowledge over time.

At iDelsoft, we’ve helped dozens of companies not only find offshore talent but also build long-lasting partnerships. Here’s what we’ve learned about turning offshore contractors into long-term collaborators—and why it’s one of the smartest investments you can make.

How Enterprise Companies Manage Multi-Country Tech Teams

In a globally connected world, enterprise companies are no longer confined by borders when building tech teams. With access to talent from Latin America, Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia, and beyond, it’s now common for engineering and product teams to span multiple countries. But along with the benefits of global reach come serious management challenges—from time zones and communication styles to compliance and security.

Discover the many ways Idelsoft can support your career or business growth. From global hiring solutions to job opportunities, we're here to help you achieve your goals.

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