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Cognition's Scott Wu: AI Coding Agents Won't Replace Humans
Cognition makes Devin, the first and arguably most successful AI coding agent. But famed coder Wu says it isn't designed to supplant human programmers.
Microsoft Faces Backlash for Threatening Security Researcher
A public spat between Microsoft and an independent security researcher reopens a long-running debate over who is responsible for securing software.
AI Job Replacement: The Risks of Over-Reliance on AI
The people deciding that AI can replace your job are also the ones least likely to understand what your job truly involves, according to Box founder Aaron Levie, who pointed to this as an example of “AI psychosis.” Indeed, ClickUp recently cut 22% of its workforce for AI agents, tech layoffs in 2026 are already nearly matching all of 2025, […]
Coders Rely on AI: Risks and Benefits Explored
While AI is helping coders produce code faster, it may not be producing better code, researchers warn. And that could cause problems down the road for them.
Silicon Valley's Peptide Obsession: The Enhanced Games
The Enhanced Games — a singular sporting competition where a majority of the athletes were on performance enhancing drugs — may herald a new business model that the tech industry is ready to embrace.
Founders Revive Criticism of Google's Ad Business Post Indian Court Ru
The ruling drew support from founders, while lawyers said it could force platforms to revisit how they handle trademarked keywords.
AI-Powered Ninja Outdoor Pizza Oven: Perfect Summer Pizza
The Ninja Artisan Outdoor Pizza Oven is aimed at people who want delicious pizza nights without having to deal with things like propane or wood pellets, unlike many other pizza ovens.
TikTok's Push to Become a Super App
TikTok may be working to become the app that people use for most of their digital activities.
Top Alternative Browsers to Chrome and Safari in 2026
We’ve compiled an overview of some of the top alternative browsers available today aiming to challenge Chrome and Safari.
Oura Unveils Ring 5: Thinner, Lighter, and More Accurate
The ring is 40% smaller than its predecessor, and comes with more accurate sensing, enhanced battery life, and more.
Meta Unveils Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp Subscriptions with AI P
Meta is rolling out paid subscription plans for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp worldwide, while also testing new AI, creator, and business-focused offerings under its broader “Meta One” subscription brand.
UK Visa Portal Leaks Applicants' Data
The third-party website exposed passports, selfies, and the location data of applicants who submitted their documents as part of the U.K. visa application process. Instead of fixing the issue, the website sent attorneys.
Triomics Secures $22M for AI in Oncology
The Series B round was led by Battery Ventures.
Rivian Sets June 9 for First R2 SUV Deliveries
The company has finally set a date for the first customer deliveries of what CEO RJ Scaringe has said is "maybe the most important thing we’ve launched to date."
Google AI Struggles with Basic Spelling Tasks
Google is embarrassing itself, again.
Google Engineer Charged with Insider Trading on Polymarket
According to the complaint, a Google engineer risked over $2.7 million on wagers related to Google's 2025 Year in Search campaign.
Vertu's AI Foldable for CEOs: Luxury and Enterprise Integration
Built on top of the open source Hermes project, Vertu's new foldable combines AI-agent workflows, enterprise integrations, and ultra-premium luxury finishes.
Visa Backs Replit for AI-Powered Developer Payments
Visa said that over 1,000 employees has been using Replit for prototyping and development
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TechCrunch Extends Startup Battlefield 200 Deadline to June 8
After overwhelming demand from founders around the world, TechCrunch has extended the Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline to June 8. Nominate a standout startup or apply yours today.
YouTube Enhances Podcasts with AI Recommendations and Auto Speed
The update signals YouTube's ongoing efforts to compete with other platforms for podcast audiences.
AI Labs Focus on Recursive Self-Improvement Challenges
A new crop of AI labs are focused on recursive self-improvement — but the goal is proving elusive.
Rivian R1 Models Face Suspension Failure Investigation
At least two owners have lost control of their vehicles after a critical suspension component broke. In both cases, the vehicles had been previously serviced.
Sneak Peek: Apple's AI Overhaul for iOS 27 with Siri App
New renders offer a closer look at Apple’s planned AI overhaul for iOS 27, including a redesigned Siri experience powered and standalone Siri app.
Build Your Own Tech: Learn Programming with CodeCrafters
Master programming by recreating your favorite technologies from scratch.
7-Eleven Data Breach Exposes 185,000 Customers' Data
The data breach included names, dates of birth, postal addresses, and Social Security numbers, according to a state government listing.
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Universal Music Group, TikTok Renew AI Music Agreement
For years, UMG has pushed platforms, streaming services, and AI companies to implement stricter content moderation policies.
Ferrari's First EV: Luce for China, Not Global
The Ferrari Luce seems to be more aimed at regulatory compliance and China, putting a lot of pressure on the Jony Ive-designed EV.
Iranian Hackers Blamed for L.A. Transit System Breach
An Israeli cybersecurity firm said Iran’s government is behind Ababil of Minab, a fake hacktivist persona that has claimed a series of data breaches after the start of the war in Iran.
Unsolved Mystery: Ghost Hackers and NSA Cybersecurity Threat
A shadowy group that stole and dumped the NSA’s most powerful hacking tools still has implications for how companies think about digital risk today.
OpenRouter Valuation Soars to $1.3B with $113M Series B Funding
OpenRouter has raised a $113 million Series B led by CapitalG. Its 5x growth in usage over six months indicates the multi-AI-model future is here.
SpaceX Starship Reusability: Realistic Vision or Disappointment?
SpaceX's recent IPO and Starship rocket test flight delivered two big data points that offer a realistic vision for the coming years — and one that may disappoint both the company's boosters and its critics.
Startup Battlefield 2026 AI Applications Due Tomorrow
Startup Battlefield applications are due tomorrow, so now's the time to put the finishing touches on your submission!
UK Visa Portal Leaks Applicants' Data
The third-party website exposed applicants' sensitive documents as part of the U.K. visa application process. Instead of fixing the issue, the company sent attorneys.
WeRoad Secures $58M for US Expansion, Led by Airbnb
WeRoad, the Milan-based group travel startup, has raised a $58 million Series C round led by Airbnb as it prepares for its first major expansion outside Europe. The funding brings the company’s total capital raised to roughly $100 million and will finance WeRoad’s push into the U.S., beginning with Austin. The new investment reflects a […]
Auto-Accept AI Tool Gains Traction Among BigTech Developers
Auto Accept AI Tool Gains Traction Among BigTech Developers The AI landscape is continually evolving, and the latest innovation compelling BigTech developers is…
6 AI Kitchen Gadgets for Simpler Adulting
From a robot stirring your soup to a bread machine that kneads your dough, here are 6 gadgets that may make you feel like you’ve won adulthood.
Deep Fission's IPO: Nuclear Startup's Public Bid Raises Questions
Deep Fission is seeking an IPO that could raise $157 million, though investors may have trouble buying the nuclear startup's story.
Apple, Meta, and Google's Spyware Protection Modes Explained
Apple, Meta, and Google offer special security modes that provide your devices more secure against targeted spyware attacks. Here are how those modes work, what they do, and how to switch them on.
SolarSquare Aims to Raise $60M in India's Hot Solar Market
SolarSquare could be valued at up to $500 million in the financing expected to close next month.
Dreamie Alarm Clock: Wake Up to Podcasts, Not Phones
What sets Dreamie apart from all of the other fancy alarm clocks is laughably simple: It can play podcasts.
Xreal CEO: Smart Glasses Industry Reaches Turning Point
Chi Xu, the founder and CEO of XREAL, thinks the smart glasses business has finally reached a turning point.
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Navigating AI Security: Google's Real-Time Approach
We're in the transition period -- all of us.
Startup Battlefield 200 Applications Close May 27: Apply Now
The deadline to apply or nominate for Startup Battlefield 200 is May 27. This is your shot at VC access, global visibility, TechCrunch coverage, and $100,000. Apply now.
Pope Leo XIV's AI Encyclical: Beyond the Buzz
Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical uses AI as a lens to diagnose older problems: concentrated power, eroding democracy, and a tech elite that shapes the world to its own advantage.
ClickUp's Mass Layoff: AI Agents to Replace Employees
The nine-year-old startup is replacing hundreds of employees with thousands of AI agents.