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Xiaomi, suddenly the world’s most valuable startup, raises $1.1B

Redmi 1S Xiaomi There’s apparently no stopping Xiaomi’s ascent. The Chinese smartphone maker, which has been on a tear over the last four years, has raised $1.1 billion in venture capital funding, giving it a valuation of $45 billion. Bin Lin, Xiaomi co-founder and president, posted the news Monday on Facebook. The valuation makes Xiaomi the top-dog among startups, besting …

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Blast zombies with a DIY flamethrower fueled by cornstarch

When the zombies begin their quest for world domination, Ivan Owen will be ready. Owen has built a fully functional DIY flamethrower out of a battery-powered leaf blower, a blowtorch and a flour sifter, and the contraption runs on dry ingredients commonly found around the home. Related Links DIY McFly: Make a working hoverboard from common yard gear DIY tech …

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