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xAI and Anthropic: Implications for SpaceX
On the latest episode of the Equity podcast, we discussed what xAI's deal with Anthropic might mean for parent company SpaceX.
Lime's IPO and AI's Role in Transportation Future
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.
How AI Will Transform Office Communication
How will work setups change if we spend more and more time talking to our computers?
Uber's AI Push: Beyond Rides, Into Autonomous Vehicles
The company has been trying to embed itself inside the AV industry — as a data provider, an investor, and a distribution platform — but the consumer-facing bet may be just as important.
Discord Nitro Rewards: Free Xbox Game Pass for Subscribers
Discord's Nitro Rewards program will give Nitro subscribers access to Xbox Game Pass, and discounts from Logitech, SteelSeries, and other gaming brands.
Venmo's Major Update Amid Potential Sale
The timing is notable. PayPal, which owns Venmo, is restructuring to spin Venmo off as a standalone business unit — a move widely seen as laying the groundwork for a potential sale. Stripe has reportedly expressed interest in buying PayPal outright.
NYT's Wordle Game Show Coming in 2024
The popular mobile puzzle game will become a TV game show next year.
TikTok Launches Ad-Free Subscription in the UK
Users who sign up for the plan won’t see ads on TikTok, and their data won’t be used for advertising purposes.
New Multimodal Model Enhances Document Understanding at Lower Cost
Report on a model release focused on lower inference cost and better OCR reasoning.
AI Startup Unveils Secure Enterprise Coding Assistant
Coverage of a new startup product focused on secure enterprise AI coding workflows.
Xteink X3: Magnetic E-Reader for Phone Attachment
The Xteink X3 is a delightfully tiny, MagSafe-compatible e-ink reader that attaches to the back of your phone like a Pop Socket.
21 European AI Startups to Watch Beyond Lovable and Mistral
It is not that European startups never get attention — Lovable and Mistral AI are proof of that. But there are many more that insiders are tracking.
Top AI Dictation Apps Tested and Ranked
AI-powered dictation apps are useful for replying to emails, taking notes, and even coding through your voice
Netflix Pushes 'Narnia' Movie to 2027 Theatrical Release
"The Magician's Nephew" looks like a big next step in Netflix's thawing relationship with movie theaters.
Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI: Key Details Emerge
Elon Musk spent the better part of three days on the witness stand this week in his lawsuit against OpenAI, and it’s already getting messy. Emails, texts, and his own tweets are surfacing in court, and there are plenty more witnesses to come. Musk’s argument against OpenAI? By converting the company to a for-profit model, Sam Altman betrayed the “nonprofit for the […]
Replit CEO on Cursor Deal, Apple Rivalry, and Future Plans
At TechCrunch's sold-out StrictlyVC event in San Francisco on Thursday night, we covered a lot of ground in a short time, beginning with the question everyone in the industry is asking right now: in a world where rival Cursor is reportedly in talks to be acquired by SpaceX for $60 billion, is Replit also bound to sell?
OpenAI Enhances ChatGPT Security with Yubico Partnership
OpenAI is launching additional opt-in protections for ChatGPT accounts. The new security initiative includes a new partnership with security key provider Yubico.
Faraday Future Pays $7.5M Amid SEC Probe
The perpetually struggling EV company made the payments while being investigated by the SEC. That four-year probe was ultimately closed in March.
OpenAI Restricts Access to GPT-5.5 Cyber for Critical Cyber Defenders
OpenAI will begin rolling out its cybersecurity testing tool, GPT-5.5 Cyber only "to critical cyber defenders" at first.
Hackers Exploit cPanel Bug Used by Millions of Websites
Web hosts are scrambling to fix the bug under active attack by hackers. One company said hackers have been abusing the bug for months.
Legal AI Rivalry: Legora Valued at $5.6B, Harvey Battle Intensifies
The two wildly fast-growing rivals have raised massive sums, pushed into each other's home turf, and now have dueling ad campaigns.
Apple Faces AI-Driven Mac Supply Shortages
Apple said it will be supply-constrained on Mac mini, Studio, and Neo in the next quarter, too.
Skio's $105M Exit: AI Fintech Success Story
Subscription billing fintech Skio sold to its competitor Recharge in what was a healthy exit, according to its founder and former CEO.
Apple's Record Sales Amid Chip Shortage Concerns
Cook warned that Apple is facing supply-chain headwinds from RAMageddon that could impact its business.
ChatGPT Images 2.0: A Hit in India for Creative Visuals
Users in India are embracing ChatGPT Images 2.0 for creative, personal visuals — from avatars to cinematic portraits.
Instagram's New AI Tool Targets Content Aggregators
The update targets content aggregators that don't post original content and instead simply re-upload others' posts.
Spotify Adds Verified Artist Badges to Combat AI Impersonation
Spotify looks for an identifiable artist presence both on and off platform, like concert dates, merch, and linked social accounts on their artist profile.
Meta's AI Tools Now Handle 10 Million Weekly Conversations
Meta said over 8 billion advertisers have used at least one of its GenAI tools
137 Ventures Secures $700M for Growth-Stage Startups
VC firm 137 Ventures has raised over $700 million to back growth-stage startups. Its portfolio includes SpaceX, Anduril, Hadrian.
AI Dental Software Fixes Data Exposure Bug
The security bug is now fixed, but the patient who found it said it was challenging to alert the software company about the issue.
Stripe's Link: AI Agents' Secure Digital Wallet
Link lets users connect cards, banks, and subscriptions, then authorize AI agents to spend securely via approval flows.
Salesforce Crowdsources AI Roadmap with Customer Input
Salesforce lets its customers lead its product roadmap with the thinking that if one enterprise customer has a problem, the others likely do too.
TikTok Launches Campus Hub for College Students
The new hub features dedicated college group chats and personalized feeds designed to help students stay connected with their campus communities, even while they’re away for the summer.
BioticsAI Founder on FDA Approval and Healthcare Challenges
BioticsAI CEO Robhy Bustami joined Isabelle Johannessen on Build Mode to discuss how the company has navigated a highly regulated space and kept the team motivated while cutting through all the red tape.
Google's Gemini AI Rolls Out in Millions of Vehicles
Google announced on Thursday that it will begin rolling out Gemini to cars with Google built-in, marking a significant upgrade from the current Google Assistant. The move signals Google’s push to bring more advanced, conversational AI into the driving experience. The announcement follows closely behind news from General Motors, which revealed yesterday that Gemini is […]
Sri Lanka Loses $3M in Recent Cyber Attacks Amid Debt Crisis
The government of Sri Lanka has lost more than $3 million in two recent, separate cybersecurity incidents as the country continues to recover from its 2022 debt crisis.
Earth AI Expands to Streamline Critical Mineral Search
When Earth AI started hitting months-long delays in its search for critical minerals, it decided to take matters into its own hands.
Apple's App Store Fee Changes Head to Supreme Court
Apple lost its bid to pause court-ordered App Store payment changes, keeping external purchase links in place as its case with Epic heads toward the Supreme Court.
Uber Expands with AI-Powered Hotel Bookings
Uber announced several new features on Wednesday during its annual event, which push far beyond the company's original ride-hailing purpose and deeper into its users' lives.
Roku's Howdy Streaming Service Hits 1M Subscribers
Roku’s $2.99 streaming service Howdy has topped 1M subscribers, showing demand for cheaper, low-commitment alternatives to pricier streamers.
Pursuit Secures $22M for AI-Driven Government Sales
On Wednesday, Pursuit announced a $22 million Series A round led by Mike Rosengarten, the co-founder of OpenGov, with big-name VCs participating.
Google TV Expands with New Gemini AI Features
Google TV just got more Gemini features, including the ability to transform photos and videos with tools Nano Banana and Veo.
Google Photos AI Creates Virtual Closet from Your Photos
Google says the new feature will leverage AI technology to automatically create a copy of your wardrobe that's based on the pieces of clothing appearing in your Google Photos library.
Parallel Web Systems Valued at $2B After $100M Raise
The AI agent-tool startup founded by former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal has raised $100 million, led by Sequoia, months after raising a previous $100 million.
Zap Energy Expands to Nuclear Fission, Alongside Fusion
Surprise! Fusion startup Zap Energy says it will be developing fission reactors alongside its fusion devices.
Google Adds 25M Subscriptions in Q1, Boosted by YouTube and Google One
Google added 25M paid subscriptions in Q1, reaching 350M total, as YouTube and Google One grow.
Meta's Billions in Losses on AR/VR and AI
Meta is losing billions on Reality Labs each quarter, and its AI expenditures are only going to increase its spending.
Elon Musk Faces Legal Battle Over OpenAI Tweets
Elon Musk took the stand for the second day for his attempt to legally dismantle OpenAI.
Amazon, Meta Challenge Google Pay, PhonePe in India's UPI Market
PhonePe and Google Pay command 80% of India's UPI instant payments network. Rivals are set to meet with regulators to lobby for restrictions.
Kompas VC: Investing in Physical World Startups Amid Geopolitical Turm
Geopolitical turmoil has made venture investing challenging, leading Kompas VC to carve out a niche in startups focused on the physical world.