Core Points - International Land Alliance, Inc. (ILAL) has filed its audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission [1] - The audited financials confirm record gross revenues exceeding $8 million and net revenues of $3 million for the year 2024 [2] - ILAL management is progressing towards uplisting to NASDAQ by the end of 2025, with the potential to achieve this without an underwritten offering [3][4] - The company is in the final stages of appointing three independent directors to comply with NASDAQ requirements [4] - Despite global economic challenges, ILAL has maintained steady sales, attributed to its business model and the affordable luxury homes in Baja California [5] Company Overview - ILAL is an international land investment and development firm based in San Diego, California, focusing on sustainable and socially responsible solutions [5] - The company specializes in acquiring raw land in Northern Baja California, aiming to develop a diverse portfolio of properties for investment and living options [5]

Core Insights - Builder.ai, once valued at $1 billion, has declared bankruptcy, with debts exceeding $115 million owed to Microsoft and Amazon [1][7][9] - The company's business model was criticized for relying heavily on human labor rather than actual AI technology, leading to allegations of being a "fake AI platform" [3][5][11] - Despite raising nearly $500 million in funding, Builder.ai's operational costs far exceeded its revenue, with daily expenses estimated at over $500,000 [6][9][10] Company Overview - Builder.ai was founded in 2016 in the UK, initially named Engineer.ai, and launched its first AI platform product in 2017 [3] - The company claimed to offer a no-code app development platform that could reduce development costs to one-third of traditional methods and double the speed [3][4] - The platform's actual development was largely performed by low-cost engineers in India, contradicting its AI-driven claims [4][5] Financial Performance - Builder.ai raised significant funding, including $250 million in May 2023 and $50 million from debt markets in October 2024 [6] - The company reported revenue of £23 million for the fiscal year ending March 2023, covering less than 9% of its daily operational expenses [9][10] - The company faced severe cash flow issues, with only $7 million in cash reserves when the new CEO took over in March 2025 [10] Leadership and Management Issues - Sachin Dev Duggal resigned as CEO in March 2025, with Manpreet Ratia taking over amid ongoing financial struggles [10] - The company attempted to cut costs by laying off employees but ultimately failed to recover from its financial burdens [10][11] Industry Context - Builder.ai's downfall highlights the risks associated with the AI investment boom, where many companies may lack genuine technological foundations [11][12] - The situation serves as a cautionary tale for investors and developers, emphasizing the need for a return to practical, technology-driven solutions rather than speculative ventures [11][12]

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IT之家 5 月 22 日消息，英国科技初创企业 Builder.ai宣布进入破产程序，该公司曾是英国融资最多的科技初创企业之一。 Builder.ai总部位于伦敦，是一家专注于利用人工智能技术简化应用程序和网站开发流程的公司。该公司曾宣称其技术能够将开发过程变得"像点披萨一样简 单"，并获得了包括微软和卡塔尔主权财富基金在内的多家顶级投资者的支持，累计融资超过 5 亿美元（IT之家注：现汇率约合 36.01 亿元人民币）。 Builder.ai在周二的一次公司全员电话会议上告知员工，公司正在申请破产。该公司向英国《金融时报》证实，其主要子公司 Engineer.aiCorporation"将启动破 产程序，并将指定一名管理人来管理公司事务"。 今年早些时候，公司创始人 Sachin Dev Duggal 辞去了首席执行官职务，但仍保留了董事会席位，并担任"首席巫师"（Chief Wizard）一职。4 月，公司新任 首席执行官 Manpreet Ratia 表示，公司已将 2023 年的收入下调至 1.4 亿美元，并将 2024 年下半年的收入预测下调了 25%。 据内部人士透露，Ratia 在周二的全体员 ...

Core Points - The Vilnius City Municipality has issued a construction permit for the transport infrastructure improvement project near the Akropolis Vingis multifunctional complex [1][3] - The CEO of Akropolis Group stated that this is the last document needed for the development of the Akropolis Vingis complex, and they are updating the project budget and evaluating financing options [2] - The infrastructure improvement project aims to enhance traffic throughput capacity and safety at the intersection of Gerosios Vilties and Geležinio Vilko streets [4][5] Infrastructure Improvements - The project includes the construction of a roundabout, an underground car entrance, and a modern underground pedestrian and cyclist crossing [4] - After implementation, the intersection will facilitate continuous traffic flow, benefiting pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers [5] - Three additional traffic infrastructure improvement projects have been prepared, involving streets adjacent to Akropolis Vingis, developed in cooperation with the Vilnius City Municipality [6] Project Timeline - Design proposals for two of the traffic improvement projects were presented to the public in January 2023, with municipal approval in spring 2023 [7] - Construction permits for the Eigulių street project were issued in November 2024, while permits for Gerosios Vilties and Geležinio Vilko streets are expected in May 2025 [7] Ongoing Developments - Some infrastructure improvements are already underway, including the construction of a section of Eigulių street, which will provide access to the adjacent reVINGIS quarter [8] - All public infrastructure work is funded by the Akropolis Vingis project developer, with operational permits for the multifunctional complex contingent on the completion of these improvements [9] Multifunctional Complex Features - The Akropolis Vingis complex will include shopping, service, and recreational areas, a concert hall, a food hall, a conference center, a multiplex cinema, offices, and long-term residential apartments [10] - The complex will also feature approximately 4,500 parking spaces and prioritize pedestrian and cyclist traffic with new paths and recreational areas [11]

很多人都有这样的担忧，这几乎是四代宅的悬顶之剑。 但，四代宅真实市场是怎么样？ 竟让我有些吃惊，四月底，信息学院路的中海地王项目开放，平均每天到访100多组，案场销售很多是从北龙湖调来的，工作人员感慨：北龙湖到访最多 也就是50多组，周末也就是20-30组，这项目到付100多组，都快接不过来了。 即使刮大风那天，也到访了70多组客户。 都在吐槽的四代宅，大风天也拦不住热情了？ 最近郑州的大风天气格外多，办公室有同事嘟囔：这么大风，四代宅不封窗咋办？ 如果你正考虑郑州四代宅的产品，我送你一份20多页PPT，囊括了郑州主流在售四代宅产品和观点，扫码回复【四代宅PPT】获取。 01 首先解释一下，什么是四代宅？ 严格意义来说，住建部等部门没有出台明确定义，四代宅只是房地产营销中的口径，从产品形态来看，还有同层停车、共享花园、种菜种树等类型。 现行的新房，一般来说四代宅有两个主要特征：是否有错层露台，是否有超高得房率。 这两个特征，让人感觉与以往的钢筋水泥不同，提供了功能价值同时，还提供了许多情绪价值。 这还只是体感上的，从数据来看，四代宅太猛了。 郑州第一个四代宅，通派龙湖中原颂，4月初开盘售罄，后来又加推最后一栋 ...

测评报告显示，2024年房企融资环境转暖，房企债务重组进展加快。2024年30强上市房企融资总额为 3934.61亿元，同比增长2.02%。在长期偿债能力方面，2024年上市房企剔除预收账款后的资产负债率均 值为61.68%，与上年基本持平，净负债率均值为83.99%，较上年上升7.24个百分点。在短期偿债能力方 面，2024年上市房企流动比率均值为1.41，速动比率均值为0.53，两者与上年相比均有小幅下降。 从违约情况来看，房企违约数量持续下降。2025年以来，在政策相继落地与市场信心修复的双重加持 下，碧桂园、融创、世茂等多家房企的境外债重组迎来进展。 从拿地情况看，2024年上市房企拿地投资表现更加谨慎，10强上市房企全年新增土地价值为4093亿元。 在拿地区域方面，2024年各房企的选择趋同：一二线城市核心地块是多数房企的"优选"。头部房企依托 资金优势，持续强化对高能级城市优质土地资源的战略性增储，重点地块竞争激烈；多数中小型房企则 受制于流动性压力收缩投资半径，市场分化明显。 新华财经上海5月22日电（记者郑钧天）22日，由中国房地产业协会指导，上海易居房地产研究院、克 而瑞联合发布《2025房 ...

Core Viewpoint - Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) is highlighted as a strong investment opportunity due to its high dividend yield of 8.7%, significantly exceeding that of the S&P 500 index, and its role in providing loans to mid-sized businesses overlooked by traditional banks [1][2]. Company Overview - Ares Capital operates as a business development corporation (BDC), which is required to distribute at least 90% of its taxable income to shareholders, making it an attractive option for high-yield income investors [3]. - The company specifically targets middle-market companies with EBITDA ranging from $10 million to $250 million, which are often underserved by traditional banks [4]. - Ares Capital has a long history, being the largest BDC in the U.S. with a 20-year lending history and has invested $160 billion since its inception [14]. Market Context - The decline in the number of banks due to consolidation and stricter regulations has led banks to focus on larger businesses, creating a lending opportunity for BDCs like Ares Capital [5]. - Ares Capital utilizes floating-rate loans, which adjust with interest rate changes, potentially increasing income and dividend payments as rates rise [6]. Credit Quality and Risk Management - Ares Capital manages credit quality by investing in first-lien or second-lien senior secured loans, which constitute 64% of its total loans, positioning it favorably during liquidation events [10]. - Currently, non-accrual loans account for just 0.9% of Ares Capital's total investments, showing stability in credit quality [9]. - The company has a diversified portfolio with 566 companies, and its largest single investment represents only 2% of the total portfolio [10]. Performance and Future Outlook - Ares Capital has delivered an annual total return of 12.9% since its founding in 2004, outperforming the S&P 500 index [12]. - The total addressable market for Ares Capital is estimated at $5.4 trillion, indicating significant growth potential as the market shifts towards alternative investments like private capital lending [14].

其中凌庄子地块为底价成交，海洋高新区地块溢价8.9%成交。 5月21日，南开区凌庄子地块和滨海新区海洋高新区地块如约摘牌。 总成交金额为23.174亿。 南开凌庄子地块 【南翠（挂）2024-41号】 摘地房企：山西建投 成交楼面价：14996元/平米 溢价率：0% | | | 第 津南翠 (挂) 2024-41 号 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 士地用途 | 出让土地面积 一米) | 容积率 | 息建筑面积 (米品) | | 住宅 B | 43195.3 | 2.3 | 99012 | | 住宅 C1 | 22666.3 | 1.60 | 35980 | | 教育 C2 | 4228.1 | 0.8 | 3380 | | | 成交息价 (亿元) | | 成交楼面价 (元/平米) | | | 20.75 | | 14996 應度為為問為國的一次 | 该地块出让土地面积共70089.7平方米，分为BC两个子地块。 其中B地块为纯住宅，C地块分为两部分，C1为住宅，C2要建幼儿园。 B地块容积率2.3，C地块住宅容积率1.6。 预计高层、小高层和洋房均有。 这宗地位于南开区规划泽 ...