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techcrunch 42h ago

Already rich, already successful, why the last wave of tech winners is grinding again

They're rolling up their sleeves again, seemingly out of fear of missing AI's defining moment and, presumably, the irresistible allure of making even more money -- potentially a lot more.
techcrunch 20h ago

OpenAI researcher Miles Wang in talks to launch AI drug discovery startup valued at $2B

The funding discussions point to investor interest in applying AI to make breakthroughs in life sciences.
techcrunch 22h ago

OpenAI’s first hardware device is reportedly a screenless speaker that can move

The device is weirdly described as involving "mechanical elements that can move on their own" and the Bloomberg report includes the detail that the device is designed to "feel like a companion and become a physical manifestation of OpenAI’s ChatGPT."
techcrunch 45h ago

X just tweaked its algorithm to make it more friendly, less battleground

The social media site says it will amplify posts made by users' mutual followers' to give the feed more of a communal feel.
techcrunch 23h ago

OpenAI’s new flagship model deletes files on its own, people keep warning

A number of social media posts claim that GPT-5.6 Sol deleted files and data without warning. OpenAI had basically disclosed the problem in June.
techcrunch 10h ago

A SpaceX vet raised $65M to pull wire harnesses out of the Cold War era

Someone has to bundle all the wires that go into rockets, missiles, and satellites.
techcrunch 8h ago

Reelful’s AI turns your camera roll into short-form videos for social media

The app is designed for people who want to create social content, but find traditional video editing tools too complex or time-consuming.
techcrunch 6h ago

Spotify expands parent-managed accounts to users on its free tier

The feature was previously only available to paid subscribers.
techcrunch 2h ago

Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II

The vulnerability in the decades-old game could have allowed hackers to take over victims’ computers with a malicious game invite.
techcrunch 48h ago

Satya Nadella has issued a shocking warning to companies using AI

Of all the debates raging about the potential downsides of AI, there is one worry causing the most hand-wringing among AI enthusiasts in Silicon Valley — that the giant AI labs that sell proprietary models are somehow acting like Trojan horses.
techcrunch 28h ago

DeepSeek reportedly in talks to raise $1.5B, then IPO

DeepSeek, the Chinese large language model developer, is said to be preparing for a 2027 IPO debut as it also looks to raise around $1.5 billion in new funds at a $71 billion valuation.
techcrunch 2h ago

Apple bans home services from its upcoming Maps ads

Apple has published the policies governing its upcoming Maps advertising business, revealing a strategy that differs from Google’s. The new rules prohibit home services businesses like plumbers, electricians, locksmiths, and roofers from advertising on Apple Maps, along with several other sensitive categories, suggesting Apple is taking a more curated approach to these ads.
techcrunch 5h ago

Stripe and Advent reportedly offered to buy PayPal for around $53.4B

If completed, the acquisition would unite two of the biggest names in digital payments.
techcrunch 21h ago

Lorde says AI glasses are ‘not sexy’

"Increasingly in our world, it gets harder and harder to know what is real," Lorde said onstage.
techcrunch 3h ago

Phone maker OnePlus reportedly plans to wind down US and Europe operations

OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027.
techcrunch 45h ago

Hermes agent maker Nous Research in talks for new funding at $1.5B valuation

The company is raising at least $75 million, led by Robot Ventures, with significant participation from USV and other prominent investors.
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