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Instagram TV: New Long-Form Video Features Announced
Instagram is coming for streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video as it sets its ambitions for living room viewing.
WhatsApp Names New Chief, Meta Invests $900M in CRED
WhatsApp gets a new boss, as Will Cathcart moves to a new role at Meta, while Shah steps down as CEO of Indian fintech giant CRED to replace Cathcart.
Unpatchable Flaw in Apple Chips Enables iPhone Jailbreak
European offensive cybersecurity company Paradigm Shift released details of a flaw and a technique to exploit it that opens the door for hackers to unlock and break into older iPhones.
Tata Electronics Confirms Data Breach Amid Tech Expansion
The incident comes as Tata Electronics expands its role in global technology supply chains.
Tesla Autopilot Investigation: What Happened in Texas Crash?
Whether the Autopilot system was truly active, overridden, or malfunctioning likely won't be resolved until investigators finish combing through the vehicle's data logs.
Open-Source AI Agent Framework for Production Apps
Discussion about practical framework choices for agentic systems.
UK Announces Social Media Ban for Users Under 16
The ban would apply to a range of social media platforms, including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
SpaceX IPO: Key Details and Implications
TechCrunch has followed SpaceX's start, struggles, and successes from the early days. And we're here for what happens next too. This package of SpaceX IPO coverage includes who stands to win (and maybe some who won't), pre-IPO deals, and what's tucked inside its S-1 registration document.
Malaysia's Respond.io Raises $62.5M for AI-Powered Messaging
Respond.io, one of Malaysia startups to watch, uses AI agents to handle high volumes of customer inquiries and charges per convo, not per seat.
India Temporarily Bans Telegram Over Exam Fraud Concerns
The restrictions include a nationwide ban on Telegram until June 22 and a requirement to disable the app's message editing feature.
Write SaaS Apps with User-Controlled Data Storage
Write SaaS Apps with User Controlled Data Storage In the dynamic landscape of Software as a Service (SaaS), data management is a critical aspect. Writing SaaS a…
AppointMe: Open-Source .NET SaaS Template for Modular Monoliths
AppointMe: The Open Source .NET SaaS Template for Modular Monoliths AppointMe stands out as a versatile, open source .NET template designed to facilitate the de…
Morningstack.app: AI Tool for Productive Mornings
Energize Your Mornings with Morningstack.app: AI Powered Productivity Boost In today's fast paced world, making the most of your mornings can set the tone for a…
DoorDash's AI Chatbot Simplifies Food Ordering
The new chatbot, called Ask DoorDash, allows users to search the app for what they're looking for in their own words instead of having to scroll through restaurants and stores to build a cart.
AI-Powered Geothermal Energy Startup Secures $54M Funding
SpaceX alumni Andrew Redd is betting the ocean has vast amounts of untapped geothermal energy.
Pool's New App Organizes Screenshots with AI for Easy Retrieval
Pool's new app automatically sorts screenshots into personalized collections, tracks down the original links behind saved content, and helps you rediscover products, recipes, travel ideas, and other things you meant to revisit.
Deezer's AI Tool Identifies AI-Generated Music on Spotify, Apple Music
Deezer introduced a tool that scans playlists from Spotify, Apple Music, and other platforms to identify AI music.
Meta's Edits App Gains AI Assistant and Desktop Version
By integrating an AI assistant directly into Edits, Meta is aiming to keep creators engaged on Instagram as it continues to compete with TikTok and YouTube for creators' attention.
Deploy Personal Apps with AI Agent Buildy
Title: Efficient Personal App Deployment with AI Agent Buildy Deploying personal applications efficiently is now streamlined with AI Agent Buildy, a powerful to…
Enterprise AI Trends at VivaTech 2026: European Focus
While Silicon Valley continues pushing aggressively into large language models and consumer-facing AI products, many European companies are focused on applying AI to complex systems already embedded into everyday life.
Zest's AI App Unveils Real Dining Recommendations
Backed by Alexis Ohanian’s 776 and Kindred Ventures, Zest uses transaction data and AI to generate restaurant recommendations based on users’ real dining habits and the places they frequent.
Anthropic's Fable: Cybersecurity Researchers Critique Strict Guardrail
Cybersecurity researchers are complaining that Anthropic's new model Fable has guardrails that are too strict for any cybersecurity work.
Netflix Boosts Mobile App and Kids' Gaming in Asia
The media giant is pushing to expand its mobile and gaming business.
Yawac: macOS WhatsApp Client Built with Swift
Yawac: Revolutionizing WhatsApp on macOS with Swift Introduction Yawac, a robust macOS client for WhatsApp, empowers users to harness the full potential of What…
Lyapunov Stability in LLM Agents: Detecting Spiral Behavior
Lyapunov Stability in LLM Agents: Recognizing Spiral Behavior Lyapunov stability is a fundamental concept in dynamical systems, and its application to Large Lan…
Extend UI: Open-Source Kit for Modern Document Apps
Extend UI: The Open Source Toolkit for Contemporary Document Applications Extend UI stands out as a robust, open source framework designed to enhance the user e…
Top AI Tools & Models: GitHub Trends
FULL Augment Code, Claude Code, Cluely, CodeBuddy, Comet, Cursor, Devin AI, Junie, Kiro, Leap.new, Lovable, Manus, NotionAI, Orchids.app, Perplexity, Poke, Qoder, Replit, Same.dev, Trae, Traycer AI, VSCode Agent, Warp.dev, Windsurf, Xcode, Z.ai Code, Dia & v0. (And other Open Sourced) System Prompts, Internal Tools & AI Models
Apple's Swift-Powered Tool for Linux Containers on Mac
A tool for creating and running Linux containers using lightweight virtual machines on a Mac. It is written in Swift, and optimized for Apple silicon.
Next-Gen Social Apps Beyond Instagram: AI-Driven Alternatives
These newer social apps offer alternatives to Big Tech’s feeds, focusing on interests, creativity, and community.
Tolaria: AI-Powered Markdown Knowledge Base Manager
Desktop app to manage markdown knowledge bases
Lectric Expands with Three New Brands Amid E-Bike Market Growth
Lectric, which says the U.S. market is ripe for competition and choice, has launched three new brands in the past six months.
GM's New Battery Facility Accelerates Electric Future
GM wants to slash EV prices by deploying new battery tech up to a year earlier than planned. This building is key to making that happen.
Startup Battlefield 200 Applications Close June 8
Applications for Startup Battlefield 200 officially close on June 8, 11:59 p.m. PT. Don't wait any longer. Secure your shot at competing on the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 this October at San Francisco's Moscone West.
AI Writing Tool Mimicscribe App Launched on Hacker News
AI Writing Tool MimicScribe App Launched A new entrant in the AI driven writing tools domain is now available. MimicScribe, an innovative application, has recen…
Cash App's Tap-and-Pay Wand: Magic Meets Payment
Digital wallet app Cash App is launching a new gadget on Thursday, seemingly inspired by the social media trend that involves paying for items in the real world with a tap of a homemade magic wand, which hides a tap-and-pay credit card.
What to Expect from WWDC 2026: Siri and Apple Intelligence Updates
Apple's WWDC nears: Here's what you can look forward to.
Poke Approved as First AI Agent on Apple Messages for Business
Poke, the startup that lets people use AI agents through simple text messages, has become the first AI agent approved for Apple’s Messages for Business platform.
Startup Battlefield Returns to Sydney with Stripe
On August 19, Startup Battlefield is returning to Sydney in partnership with Stripe, one of the world's most iconic technology companies. We're taking over Stripe Tour Sydney for a night that the Australian startup ecosystem won't forget.
Filtr's New Feature Blocks In-App Ads on iPhone and Mac
This popular ad blocker app for iPhones, iPads, and Macs can now block ads from loading inside apps, including web browsers, thanks to a new feature in the latest Apple software.
GitHub Copilot SDK: Multi-Platform Integration Guide
Multi-platform SDK for integrating GitHub Copilot Agent into apps and services
OpenClaw Windows Suite: AI Tools for Enhanced Productivity
Windows companion suite for OpenClaw - System Tray app, Shared library, Node, and PowerToys Command Palette extension
TikTok Pro Events: Enhance FIFA World Cup Experience
The app allows users to engage with other fans, explore trending videos, and access curated creator feeds.
Instagram Alerts Users of AI Chatbot Hacker Attacks
Hackers appeared to take over victims’ accounts even after Meta said it fixed its AI-powered support chatbot, which granted hackers access to victims’ accounts.
Meta Spins Out VR Fitness Game Supernatural Amid Layoffs
Meta appears to have listened to the Supernatural users who protested the app's sad fate after sweeping layoffs.
Alphabet Raises $85B for Google's AI: Investor Interest Soars
If Alphabet's record-breaking $85 billion stock sale signals investor appetite for AI-related offerings, we can see that investors are ready to chow.
Phive.app: Revolutionizing AI Tools on Hacker News
Revolutionizing AI Tools with Phive.app: A Comprehensive Exploration Phive.app is making waves on Hacker News, gaining recognition as a pioneer in artificial in…
Shiihaa App: AI Tool for Enhanced Productivity on GitHub
Shiihaa App: Boosting Productivity on GitHub with AI Shiihaa App is a cutting edge AI tool designed to enhance productivity for both individuals and teams worki…
AI Tool: ThePiece.app Revolutionizes Content Creation
AI Tool: ThePiece.app Revolutionizes Content Creation In the ever evolving landscape of digital content, innovative tools are essential for staying ahead. ThePi…
AI App Settles Small Couple Arguments
AI App Settles Small Couple Arguments: A Practical Solution In today’s digital age, technology is seamlessly integrating into various aspects of our lives, incl…
Where Are Startup Battlefield Alumni Now? TechCrunch Check-In
We wanted to show you what happens after the confetti falls. We checked in with some of our recent alumni, many of whom have sat down with us on Build Mode: The Founder Survival Guide, TechCrunch's podcast for founders at every stage.