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Environmental activist Erin Brockovich, renowned for her past legal battles against corporate pollution, has launched a significant new initiative targeting the burgeoning data center industry. Her mission aims to shine
YouTube announced on Thursday a significant expansion of its podcast capabilities, introducing a suite of new features aimed at enriching the listener experience for Premium users. The updates include an AI-powered
OpenAI has announced the integration of its advanced AI coding tool, Codex, directly into the ChatGPT mobile application. This significant update empowers developers to monitor and manage their coding workflows remotely
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified this morning that Elon Musk once suggested passing control of a hypothetical for-profit OpenAI to his children. The dramatic revelation came during Altman's defense against Musk's lawsuit
In a fresh flashpoint concerning artificial intelligence and intellectual property, KC Green, the artist behind the ubiquitous “This is fine” meme, has publicly accused AI startup Artisan of stealing his iconic artwork
AI dictation apps have made significant strides, leveraging advanced LLMs and speech-to-text models to offer high accuracy and intelligent formatting. TechCrunch has ranked the top AI-powered dictation apps of 2025, highlighting tools like Wispr Flow, Willow, and Monologue for their innovative features, privacy options, and productivity enhancements. These apps are transforming how users interact with technology, making voice input a powerful alternative to typing.
In an unconventional move highlighting the burgeoning value of artificial intelligence stakes, a Bay Area investment banker is offering his sprawling 13-acre Mill Valley property in exchange for equity in AI powerhouse
Tokyo is set to be the premier tech destination of 2026, highlighted by the SusHi Tech Tokyo event, April 27-29. This conference uniquely focuses on four key domains: AI, Robotics, Resilience, and Entertainment, featuring global leaders and innovative startups. TechCrunch is a key partner, spotlighting emerging talent.
Apple briefly removed the popular food-logging application Cal AI from its App Store last week, a move the tech giant confirmed was due to multiple violations of its strict guidelines, not merely the app’s use of
The National Security Agency (NSA) is reportedly utilizing Anthropic's highly restricted Mythos Preview AI model, a development that emerges despite the Department of Defense (DoD) having previously designated Anthropic
Uber is significantly boosting its autonomous vehicle strategy with a $300 million investment in Rivian, securing 10,000 R2 robotaxis for a 2028 rollout in San Francisco and Miami. This unique partnership places development risks on Rivian as it builds both the vehicle and the self-driving system. The move reflects Uber's broader shift to a global, partner-centric approach to AVs after divesting its in-house unit.
Compliance startup Delve, a prominent Y Combinator-backed company with a recent $32 million Series A funding round valuing it at $300 million, is currently facing serious accusations of misleading hundreds of customers
K2 Space, a startup founded by former SpaceX engineers Karan and Neel Kunjur, is set to launch its inaugural high-powered satellite, Gravitas, this month aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The ambitious mission aims to
Nvidia Revolutionizes Gaming Graphics with DLSS 5, Eyes Enterprise Expansion San Jose, CA – Nvidia unveiled its latest leap in graphics technology, DLSS 5, at CEO Jensen Huang's keynote during Nvidia GTC on Monday. This
The U.S. Army announced late Friday a landmark 10-year contract with defense technology startup Anduril, a deal that could be valued at up to $20 billion. This significant agreement is set to streamline the Army's
India's prominent neobank, Fi, is discontinuing all banking services on its platform, over four years after launching them in collaboration with Federal Bank. The Bengaluru-based fintech, founded by former Google Pay
Grammarly, the popular writing assistant, has come under scrutiny for its recently launched “Expert Review” feature, which purports to offer writing suggestions from the perspective of renowned authors and influential
Elon Musk launched a sharp critique against OpenAI's safety practices in a recently unsealed deposition, claiming his AI firm, xAI, better prioritizes user well-being. The tech executive controversially stated that
Super Early Bird pricing for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 concludes tomorrow, February 27, at 11:59 p.m. PT, offering the final chance to save up to $680 on passes or 30% on group registrations. The event, held October 13-15 in San Francisco, serves as a crucial platform for founders, investors, and operators to connect, raise capital, and discover innovations.
The TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 in Boston offers a high-leverage opportunity for developer-led startups to accelerate growth. Exhibiting provides direct access to over 1,000 founders, investors, and decision-makers, enabling rapid customer acquisition, capital raising, and strategic partnership formation. Leverage multi-channel ROI and strategic team deployment to convert three concentrated days into months of pipeline.
Alphabet-owned Robotics Software Company Intrinsic Joins Google Key takeaways Intrinsic, an Alphabet-owned robotics software company, is integrating with Google to accelerate advancements in physical AI. The company
Peter Steinberger, creator of the viral AI agent OpenClaw, suggests a "playful" approach is a superior method for learning AI coding. His insights, shared via TechCrunch AI, emphasize that this mindset can enhance the development and understanding of artificial intelligence, making the learning process more effective for AI builders.
The 9,000-pound monster I don't want to give back Key takeaways An initial observation questioned the broad appeal of large SUVs like the Escalade IQL. Hotels are identified as a primary user, utilizing such vehicles
Wikipedia blacklists Archive.today after alleged DDoS attack Key takeaways Wikipedia editors have made a significant decision to remove all existing links to Archive.today, a prominent web archiving service. This move
Microsoft Gaming's AI Strategy: A Pivotal Question Emerges Key takeaways TechCrunch has publicly posed a central question regarding the future direction of Microsoft's prominent gaming division concerning Artificial
