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Founders Fund has led another, enormous round for defense tech startup Anduril with a $1 billion investment as part of a new $2.5 billion raise, the largest check the firm has ever written. Existing investors also piled in, an Anduril spokesperson tells TechCrunch. Anduril has now doubled its valuation to $30.5 billion with this series…

Less than 48 hours left to exhibit at TechCrunch All Stage

June 5, 2025

We’re in the final stretch. Exhibitor tables for TechCrunch All Stage, happening July 15 in Boston, are almost completely sold out — and less than 48 hours remain before booking officially closes. TC All Stage is built for founders This isn’t just another startup event — it’s where brands connect directly with investors, customers, and…

TechCrunch Sessions: AI launches in Berkeley today — here’s what you’ll miss if you’re not here

June 5, 2025

Today’s the day! TechCrunch Sessions: AI is lighting up UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall at 8 a.m. PT on the dot. The stage is set, the speakers are ready, and the AI community is gathering for one powerful day of insight, innovation, and momentum. Local to Berkeley and passionate about AI? There’s still time to join…

Collibra acquires data access startup Raito

June 5, 2025

Collibra, a data governance platform based in Brussels, is the latest enterprise to acquire a data company in order to expand its offerings in the age of AI. On Thursday, Collibra announced its acquisition Raito, a data access startup founded in 2021. Raito, also located in Brussels, helps companies manage which employees and customers have…

Profitable African fintech PalmPay is in talks to raise as much as $100M

June 5, 2025

PalmPay, an African digital bank fintech, is in talks to raise between $50 million and $100 million in a Series B round, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. It’s unclear what valuation it hopes to get, but its last round, in 2021, ranked it among the continent’s most valuable startups, estimated just shy…

From $5 to financial empowerment: Why Stash co-founder Brandon Krieg is a must-see at TechCrunch All Stage 2025

June 4, 2025

Startup life is tough — funding rounds, team building, and managing finances can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube blindfolded. That’s exactly why TechCrunch All Stage 2025 exists: to give founders like you the tools, tactics, and real talk from those who’ve been through it and built something lasting. If there’s one session…

3 days left: Claim your spot on the Expo floor at TechCrunch All Stage

June 4, 2025

Only a few exhibit tables remain for TechCrunch All Stage, happening July 15 in Boston — and with just 3 days left to book your table, time is nearly up to be part of the action. Tables are almost completely sold out, and time is extremely limited to get yours. Where opportunity meets visibility Whether…

From $5 to financial empowerment: Why Stash co-founder Brandon Krieg is a must-see at TechCrunch All Stage 2025

June 4, 2025

From $5 to financial empowerment: Why Stash co-founder Brandon Krieg is a must-see at TechCrunch All Stage 2025

June 4, 2025

3 days left: Claim your spot on the Expo floor at TechCrunch All Stage

June 4, 2025

3 days left: Claim your spot on the Expo floor at TechCrunch All Stage

June 4, 2025

Final hours for TechCrunch Sessions: AI Trivia Countdown — play now, score 2-for-1 tickets

June 4, 2025

Tonight’s your last shot: Take on the TechCrunch Sessions: AI Trivia Countdown and walk away with two tickets for just $200. The window closes tonight at midnight — go! Think you know AI? Can you name the company that created the AI assistant known as Siri before Apple acquired it? Or the name of Google’s…

Final hours for TechCrunch Sessions: AI Trivia Countdown — play now, score 2-for-1 tickets

June 4, 2025

Final hours for TechCrunch Sessions: AI Trivia Countdown — play now, score 2-for-1 tickets

June 4, 2025

TechCrunch Sessions: AI begins tomorrow — today’s your last chance to save on tickets

June 4, 2025

Tomorrow, the doors open at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall. What happens next isn’t just another AI conference — it’s the one you need to be at. TechCrunch Sessions: AI gathers the most influential builders, investors, and researchers in artificial intelligence for a day of clarity in an industry clouded by hype. If you’re leading a…

TechCrunch Sessions: AI begins tomorrow — today’s your last chance to save on tickets

June 4, 2025

TechCrunch Sessions: AI begins tomorrow — today’s your last chance to save on tickets

June 4, 2025

At TechCrunch Sessions: AI, Artemis Seaford and Ion Stoica confront the ethical crisis — when AI crosses the line

May 23, 2025

As generative AI becomes faster, cheaper, and more convincing, the ethical stakes are no longer theoretical. What happens when the tools to deceive become widely accessible? And how do we build systems that are powerful — but safe enough to trust? At TechCrunch Sessions: AI, taking place June 5 at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall, Artemis…

Founders First: Iliana Quinonez of Google Cloud on AI agents, infrastructure, and democratization at TechCrunch Sessions: AI

May 23, 2025

In the startup world, access to cutting-edge tools isn’t the biggest obstacle — it’s knowing how to wield them with precision. At TechCrunch Sessions: AI, taking place on June 5 at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall, we’re digging into the frameworks and decisions that determine whether an AI startup can scale — or stall. We’re excited…

Tick tock: Just 3 days left to save up to $900 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 pass

May 23, 2025

Time’s almost up — save big before prices jump in 3 days! You’ve got until May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT to save up to $900 on individual tickets to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. Or double your impact — grab one Early Bird pass and get another for your +1 at 90% off. These deals will…

After Klarna, Zoom’s CEO also uses an AI avatar on quarterly call

May 23, 2025

After Klarna CEO, Zoom’s CEO opts to use AI avatar for initial comments during the earnings call

Klarna CEO and Sutter Hill take victory lap after Jony Ive’s OpenAI deal

May 22, 2025

Hours after Sam Altman and Jony Ive announced on Wednesday that OpenAI was buying Ive’s company, io, in an all-stock transaction valued at $6.5 billion, Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski posted a surprising message on X. His family investment office, Flat Capital, had bought shares in io six months earlier, he said. Since this is an…

The wild story of how gut health AI toilet startup Throne raised $4M led by Moxxie

May 22, 2025

The tale of how smart toilet startup Throne landed its seed round is so full of serendipities, one could almost believe it was orchestrated by the hand of Fortuna, Roman god of providence. Throne is an Austin-based company working on an AI-powered toilet device for consumers. It uses computer vision (cameras pointing in the bowl…

4 days left: Up to $900 off your ticket and 90% off for your +1 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

May 22, 2025

Here’s the deal: Only 4 days left to save up to $900 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ticket — and an additional 90% off for your +1. From October 27–29, San Francisco’s Moscone West transforms into the epicenter of tech innovation as 10,000 tech, startup, and VC leaders gather for the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch…

OpenAI’s next big bet won’t be a wearable: report

May 21, 2025

OpenAI pushed generative AI into the public consciousness. Now, it could be developing a very different kind of AI device. According to a WSJ report, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees Wednesday that the company’s next major product won’t be a wearable. Instead, it will be a compact, screenless device, fully aware of its user’s…

In a crowded VC landscape, Elizabeth Weil’s Scribble Ventures shows that networks still matter

May 21, 2025

In an era where hundreds of new venture funds have emerged, only to face a narrowing market as exits prove slippery, Elizabeth Weil’s Scribble Ventures stands out as a case study in the importance of deep networks. Defying a contraction that is sidelining many newcomers, Weil just secured $80 million for Scribble’s third fund, its…

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Early Bird savings end on May 25

May 21, 2025

The early bird sees the future first — and saves the most. The old saying goes, “the early bird gets the worm.” But in tech — and in life — it’s not really about the worm. It’s about spotting what’s next before the crowd rushes in and the price goes up. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is…

Last Week: Exhibit your startup at TechCrunch Sessions AI

May 20, 2025

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to showcase your newest innovation to a massive AI community, this is it! You have until this Friday, May 23 at 11:59 p.m. PT, to secure one of the few remaining exhibit tables at TechCrunch Sessions: AI and position your brand at the center of the conversation…

Host a tailored Side Event at All Stage 2025 in Boston

May 20, 2025

Looking to make a splash at TechCrunch All Stage 2025? Our Side Events initiative is a fantastic opportunity to engage with Boston’s tech community in a dynamic and memorable manner. Plus, we’ll assist in promoting your event at no cost to you! Submit your event here by June 10. Throw your own Side Event at…

You’ve got 6 days to save $900 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 tickets

May 20, 2025

Less than one week left to save big on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 passes! Disrupt 2025 prices increase on May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Grab your pass now and: The clock is ticking — lock in your massive savings here. Why attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2025? From October 27–29, join the ultimate gathering of startups, VCs,…

Twelve Labs CEO Jae Lee is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI

May 20, 2025

When you claim to have the world’s most powerful video intelligence platform, you probably know a thing or two about foundational models. We’re pleased to announce that Twelve Labs’ CEO, Jae Lee, will be joining us on the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI, happening June 5th at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall. One of the…

Amazon’s Danielle Perszyk is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI

May 20, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Danielle Perszyk, the leader of Amazon AGI SF Lab’s human-computer interaction efforts, will be taking the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5 at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall. The AGI SF Lab is at the forefront of developing foundational capabilities for AI agents that can operate in the…

Apple will hold WWDC from June 9 to June 13

May 20, 2025

Apple sent invites for its developer-focused event, Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), which will be held from June 9 to June 13 with an “On the horizon” tagline. The company will likely announce new versions of its operating systems, namely iOS 19, iPadOS 19, WatchOS 12, macOS 16, and visionOS 3. The developer conference is both…

Volunteer at TechCrunch All Stage in Boston

May 20, 2025

Our rebranded Boston summit, TechCrunch All Stage (formerly Early Stage), is back on July 15! And we are looking for some incredible volunteers to help us make this event happen. If you are interested in finding out what goes into building tech events, apply to volunteer. If you are selected, not only will you get…

Google DeepMind’s Logan Kilpatrick is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI

May 20, 2025

Google DeepMind is at the forefront of AI innovation, and no one is more poised to speak to this than Senior Product Manager Logan Kilpatrick. We are pleased to announce he will be joining us on the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI, happening June 5th at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall. TC Sessions: AI is…

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Monzo’s pivot from cool to corporate: ‘freshness is not about gimmicks’

May 20, 2025

Monzo, Britain’s biggest digital bank, is still synonymous with its neon debit cards, extensive use of emojis, and free spending abroad. But it’s no longer just trying to be cool; it’s trying to become a major financial institution. That shift, from an upstart fintech beloved by millennials into a mature, sustainable business, is what makes…

Waymo and Uber are giving some riders early access to Atlanta robotaxi service

May 19, 2025

Atlanta is the second city to get the so-called “Waymo on Uber” service. The companies launched the service, which matches riders with a

Judge pressures Apple to approve Fortnite or return to court

May 19, 2025

A federal judge is asking Apple to approve Fortnite’s submission on the U.S. App Store or return to court to explain the legal basis as to why it has not done so. In a new filing, U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers confirms the court has received Epic Games’ latest motion, where it demands that…

Clock’s ticking: Save up to $900 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 tickets before prices rise

May 19, 2025

Tick-tock! Time’s almost up to save up to $900 on individual passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025! Or go big and grab an Early Bird ticket now and get a second for your +1 at 90% off — but only for a limited time. These unbeatable deals disappear May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT — don’t…

Deel wants Rippling to hand over any agreements involving paying the alleged spy

May 19, 2025

Deel has lobbed a new volley in the ongoing legal battle with rival HR tech startup Rippling. Deel filed a motion, containing a series of letters, asking the Irish court to make Rippling hand over information. In one letter, Deel wants unredacted versions of witness affidavits, including the famed one by former Rippling employee, Keith…

MIT disavows doctoral student paper on AI’s productivity benefits

May 17, 2025

MIT says that due to concerns about the “integrity” of a high-profile paper on the effects of artificial intelligence on the productivity of a materials science lab, the paper should be “withdrawn from public discourse.” The paper in question, “Artificial Intelligence, Scientific Discovery, and Product Innovation,” was written by a doctoral student in the university’s…

Build, don’t bind: Accel’s Sonali De Rycker on Europe’s AI crossroads

May 16, 2025

Sonali De Rycker, a general partner at Accel and one of Europe’s most influential venture capitalists, is bullish about the continent’s prospects in AI. But she’s wary of regulatory overreach that could hamstring its momentum. At a TechCrunch StrictlyVC evening earlier this week in London, De Rycker reflected on Europe’s place in the global AI…

Sam Altman’s goal for ChatGPT to remember ‘your whole life’ is both exciting and disturbing

May 15, 2025

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman laid out a big vision for the future of ChatGPT at an AI event hosted by VC firm Sequoia earlier this month. When asked by one attendee about how ChatGPT can become more personalized, Altman replied that he eventually wants the model to document and remember everything in a person’s life.…

Vibe-coding startup Windsurf launches in-house AI models

May 15, 2025

On Thursday, Windsurf, a startup that develops popular AI tools for software engineers, announced the launch of its first family of AI software engineering models, or SWE-1 for short. The startup says it trained its new family of AI models — SWE-1, SWE-1-lite, and SWE-1-mini — to be optimized for the “entire software engineering process,”…

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Radiologists aren’t going anywhere

May 14, 2025

Nine years ago, AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton sent shockwaves through medicine by declaring it “just completely obvious” that AI would make radiologists extinct in short order. Fast forward and the specialists — who do more than analyze images — are thriving, observes The New York Times. In fact, the field is experiencing explosive growth amid…

A new bipartisan bill aims to lift the 52-year ban on supersonic flight

May 14, 2025

U.S. lawmakers introduced Wednesday the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act in a bid to revise the FAA’s 52-year ban on supersonic flight over U.S. soil. The bipartisan legislation – introduced by Senator Ted Budd (R-NC), Aviation Subcommittee Chair Troy Nehls (R-TX), and Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS) – would allow supersonic travel, provided no audible sonic boom…

Tensor9 helps vendors deploy their software into any environment using digital twins

May 14, 2025

Enterprises want access to new software and AI tools but can’t risk sending their sensitive data out to a third-party software-as-a-service (SaaS) providers. Tensor9 looks to help software companies land more enterprise customers by helping them deploy their software directly into a customer’s tech stack. Tensor9 converts a software vendor’s code into the format needed…

$25B-valued Chime files for an IPO, reveals $33M deal with Dallas Mavericks

May 13, 2025

At long last, digital consumer bank Chime has moved forward with its IPO by filing its S-1 paperwork Tuesday. Chime had reportedly filed confidential S-1 paperwork back in December. S-1 filings typically reveal all kinds of information, covering financial, legal, and other risk factors. But Chime’s S-1 documents still have a lot of blank spaces.…

Google’s Find My Device becomes Find Hub amid expansion

May 13, 2025

Android users will have more ways to find their devices and other items, Google announced on Tuesday during the Android Show, a week before Google I/O 2025. The company says its Find My Device feature, which allows Android users to locate lost phones and other devices, will become known as “Find Hub,” as it rolls…

Google announces 1B+ RCS messages sent in the U.S. daily

May 13, 2025

During the Android Show leading up to Google I/O, Google on Tuesday offered a brief update on the adoption of the RCS (Rich Communication Services) protocol, an upgrade to SMS that offers high-resolution photos and videos, typing indicators, read receipts, improved group chat, and more. The company shared that the messaging standard now supports over…

Anthropic co-founder Jared Kaplan is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI

May 12, 2025

Hungry to learn more about Anthropic, directly from Anthropic? You aren’t alone if so, which is why we’re so delighted to announce that Anthropic co-founder and Chief Science Officer Jared Kaplan is joining the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5 at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall. And TechCrunch Sessions: AI is right around…

23andMe customers notified of bankruptcy and potential claims — deadline to file is July 14

May 11, 2025

23andMe, the genetic testing giant once valued in the billions, is now navigating Chapter 11 bankruptcy and notifying millions of current and former customers that they may be eligible to file claims as part of the restructuring process. The company and 11 of its subsidiaries, including Lemonaid Health and LPRXOne, filed for bankruptcy protection on…

OpenAI’s enterprise adoption appears to be accelerating, at the expense of rivals

May 10, 2025

OpenAI appears to be pulling well ahead of rivals in the race to capture enterprises’ AI spend, according to transaction data from fintech firm Ramp. According to Ramp’s AI Index, which estimates the business adoption rate of AI products by drawing on Ramp’s card and bill pay data, 32.4% of U.S. businesses were paying for…

One of Elon Musk’s long-time VCs is suing his former employer after allegedly being fired

May 8, 2025

Josh Raffaelli, who has long roots as a Silicon Valley investor and has backed a number of Elon Musk companies, is suing his former employer, the massive trillion-dollar AUM Brookfield Asset Management, reports the New York Times. Much of Raffaelli’s complaint concerns how Brookfield covered pandemic-related real estate losses and alleges the company fired him…

The Papal ‘conclave cam’ is slow TV

May 7, 2025

On YouTube, hundreds of thousands of viewers around the world are staring at an unmoving broadcast of the Sistine Chapel chimney. Occasionally, a seagull will swoop in and perch atop the roof for a few minutes. But for the most part, nothing happens. On Wednesday, the College of Cardinals started the process of picking the…

SpaceX’s Starlink has become a big benefactor of Trump’s tariff trade war, leaked memos show

May 7, 2025

SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is directly benefiting from the Trump administration’s tariff trade war, according to leaked State Department memos obtained by the Washington Post. The memos show the U.S. pushing countries to adopt Starlink. Some show that countries believe that doing so could help lubricate their U.S. trade and tariff negotiations. One memo…

Rork’s founders were almost broke when a viral tweet led to $2.8M and a16z

May 5, 2025

Rork founders Levan Kvirkvelia and Daniel Dhawan are living a life that sounds like a plot for a movie. But it really happened. They went from broke, life savings spent, and in debt $15,000 apiece on credit cards — Kvirkvelia was even sleeping on a mattress at a friend’s apartment — to $100,000 of revenue…

Revelo’s LatAm talent network sees strong demand from US companies, thanks to AI

May 4, 2025

While many tech companies are mandating that their employees return to their offices, and putting an emphasis on building in-person teams, they are also turning in droves to Latin America to find developer talent — especially for post-training AI models. Revelo, a full-stack platform of vetted developers in Latin America, is seeing a new surge in…

Apple changes US App Store rules to let apps redirect users to their own websites for payments

May 2, 2025

Apple has changed its App Store rules in the U.S. to let apps link users to their own websites so they can buy subscriptions or other digital goods. This change comes after a U.S. court ruled in favor of Epic Games in a case against the iPhone maker, ordering the latter not to prohibit apps…

Rising star defense tech startup Mach Industries is raising $100 million, sources say

May 1, 2025

Mach Industries, the defense tech founded by 21-year-old Ethan Thornton, is about to close a fresh $100 million in financing co-led by new investor Khosla and existing investor Bedrock Capital, a source familiar with the deal tells TechCrunch. The new round will value the company at around $470 million, according to the source. However, the…

Last call to volunteer at TechCrunch Sessions: AI

May 1, 2025

TechCrunch Sessions: AI is just over a month away! We’re doing a last call for exceptional volunteers to join us in bringing this event to life. If you’ve ever wondered about the inner workings of tech events, now’s your chance to get involved. Volunteer spots are limited, so don’t miss out. Apply before the May…

Epic Games just scored a win against Apple

April 30, 2025

Epic Games notched a win in an ongoing legal dispute with Apple. The result could be Fortnite returning to the U.S. iOS app store as early as next week. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers said in a ruling Wednesday that Apple was in “willful violation” of a 2021 injunction that prohibited the company from anticompetitive pricing.…

Cast your vote: Help shape the TechCrunch All Stage agenda

April 30, 2025

TechCrunch All Stage is just around the corner — and you get to help shape the agenda. From a competitive pool of applicants, two of the six visionary finalists are one step away from leading a roundtable session on July 15 at SoWa Power Station in Boston. Your vote determines who makes it. Audience Choice…

Side Event submission deadline extended for TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 30, 2025

Did you miss your chance to apply for a Side Event at “TechCrunch Sessions: AI Week?” Don’t worry – we’ve extended the deadline by three more days! You now have until May 2 at 11:59 p.m. PT to submit your proposal. This is your opportunity to connect with attendees of TC Sessions: AI and the…

5 days left: $210 ticket discount and 50% off on the second for TechCrunch Sessions AI

April 30, 2025

You’ve got just 5 days to save up to $210 — plus 50% off your +1 — and get inside the minds of AI’s biggest voices at TechCrunch Sessions: AI. Imagine hearing firsthand from Anthropic’s Jared Kaplan, OpenAI’s startup team, and top voices from firms like Khosla Ventures — all in one day. June 5…

The deadline to book your exhibit table for TechCrunch Sessions: AI is May 9

April 29, 2025

We’re in the final stretch. TechCrunch Sessions: AI takes over Zellerbach Hall in almost a month, and the exhibit floor is almost completely booked. If you’ve been considering showing off your AI product or innovation, now’s the time to commit. Exhibit tables are in short supply, and the May 9 deadline is fast approaching. At…

Anthropic co-founder Jared Kaplan is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 29, 2025

Final 6 days: Save big and bring a plus-one for 50% off to TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 29, 2025

The AI revolution isn’t coming — it’s already underway, and the time to grab your Early Bird ticket ends in just 6 days. Don’t miss your chance to dive into the AI ecosystem and lock in the lowest rates. On June 5, TechCrunch Sessions: AI takes over UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall for a one-day gathering…

Vote for the session you want to see at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15

April 28, 2025

We’ve been blown away by the overwhelming response to speak at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15 at SoWa Power Station in Boston. After thorough consideration, we’ve selected six standout finalists. The power to choose who will take the stage and share their startup scaling expertise is now in your hands! This Audience Choice voting…

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Final 7 days: Save $210 + 50% off a second ticket to TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 28, 2025

The hub of AI innovation is here — don’t miss out on the last 7 days of Early Bird ticket savings! AI is reshaping the world, and TechCrunch Sessions: AI is where you’ll witness the future unfold. Join 1,000+ founders, investors, researchers, and innovators on June 5 at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall for a full…

StrictlyVC heads to london and Athens this May: Featuring Prime Minister of Greece and Europe’s leading tech and VC voices

April 28, 2025

It’s been a busy year for TechCrunch events — and it’s about to get even bigger. StrictlyVC, our boutique, highly exclusive event series for VCs and startups, is crossing the Atlantic this May with stops in London and Athens! We’re bringing StrictlyVC’s insider conversations to Europe. On May 8, we’ll dive into Athens’ booming tech…

From coding tests to billion-dollar startups, Ali Partovi’s eight-year experiment is paying off

April 27, 2025

In Silicon Valley, where the same high-wattage names tend to dominate the headlines, Ali Partovi has long wielded outsized influence despite limited name recognition. The Iranian-born Harvard graduate built an impressive resume early on — joining the founding team of LinkExchange (acquired by Microsoft in 1998 for $265 million), co-founding iLike (sold to MySpace for…

TechCrunch StrictlyVC in Athens in May will feature a special guest: Greece’s prime minister

April 25, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Greece’s prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, will be joining us at our upcoming StrictlyVC event in Athens, co-hosted with Endeavor, on Thursday night, May 8, at the stunning Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. For those who might not be familiar with his background, Mitsotakis brings a fascinating blend of experiences to…

Roelof Botha, the head of Sequoia Capital, is coming to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

April 25, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Roelof Botha, the managing partner of Sequoia Capital and one of the most influential figures in the venture capital world, will join us live onstage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 at Moscone West in San Francisco, which will take place from October 27 to 29. As part of our ongoing mission…

Last day to boost your brand and host a Side Event at TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 25, 2025

This is your last chance to put your brand at the center of the AI conversation during TechCrunch Sessions: AI Week — with applications to host a Side Event closing tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT. From June 1-7, TechCrunch is curating a dynamic weeklong series of Side Events leading up to and following the main…

TechCrunch StrictlyVC in Athens in May will feature a special guest: the Greece Prime Minister

April 25, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Greece Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will be joining us at our upcoming StrictlyVC event in Athens, co-hosted with Endeavor, on Thursday night, May 8, at the stunning Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. For those who might not be familiar with his background, Mitsotakis brings a fascinating blend of experiences to…

Astro Teller is joining us at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 in October

April 24, 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Astro Teller, the head honcho of Alphabet’s “moonshot factory,” X, will be joining us as a featured speaker at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, happening from October 27-29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. The whole affair promises to be fun-filled and rife with intel and insights that you won’t want…

You’re invited to a fireside chat with Baiju Bhatt on Sand Hill Road on June 18 at StrictlyVC

April 24, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood and founder and CEO of Aetherflux, will be joining us for a rare, intimate fireside chat as part of TechCrunch’s StrictlyVC evening series on June 18 on Sand Hill Road in Menlo Park. As with all of our StrictlyVC evenings, the event will feature just…

Speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: Applications now open

April 24, 2025

TechCrunch Disrupt returns October 27–29 to Moscone West in San Francisco — and we’re inviting thought leaders, founders, VCs, and tech experts to apply for a chance to take the stage at one of the most anticipated tech events of the year. Applications are now open to speak at Disrupt 2025, where over 10,000+ tech…

Founders, your moment is now: Apply for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200

April 24, 2025

Founders, the battlefield is open. And the bold are stepping forward. Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is now accepting startups to compete in the ultimate pitch showdown in front of over 10,000 tech leaders from around the globe to witness.. This is no ordinary pitch. This is the fight for visibility, capital, and…

Bring a plus-one to TechCrunch Sessions: AI and save 50% on their ticket through May 4

April 23, 2025

You’re not the only one thinking about where AI is headed. So why come alone? From now through May 4, buy your Early Bird ticket to TechCrunch Sessions: AI and save up to $210 — plus get 50% off a second ticket for your colleague, co-founder, collaborator, friend, or whoever you want to bring. It’s…

StrictlyVC heads to Athens for in-depth conversations on European innovation and investment

April 23, 2025

StrictlyVC is turning up the heat in 2025 — and we’re going international! First stop: Athens, May 8. Get ready for sharp, unfiltered conversations onstage — and your chance to jump into the dialogue. This isn’t just an event; it’s a forum where every attendee has a voice with some of Europe’s most influential tech…

Tech resilience, breakout startups, and banking reinvented: The big conversations at StrictlyVC London in May

April 23, 2025

StrictlyVC is heading to London on May 13, uniting top investors and entrepreneurs to spark meaningful connections and drive forward innovation. We’re thrilled to welcome industry leaders like Nazo Moosa, general partner at Paladin Capital Group; Sonali De Rycker, partner at Accel; and TS Anil, CEO of Monzo Bank, to the stage. Paladin is proud…

StrictlyVC heads to Athens for in-depth conversations on European innovation and investment

April 22, 2025

A16z acqui-hires VC tech podcaster Erik Torenberg, who joins as new partner

April 21, 2025

Andreessen Horowitz’s hiring spree continues. On Monday, Erik Torenberg announced that the giant VC firm had acquired his Turpentine podcast, with him joining as a general partner. Torenberg’s podcast focuses mostly on interviewing VCs at a variety of firms about their approach to investing. Recent guests include Accel’s Andrew Braccia, Seven Seven Six’s Alexis Ohanian,…

Put your brand at the center of the AI conversation — host a Side Event during TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 21, 2025

This June, the most influential minds in artificial intelligence will converge at TC Sessions: AI — and your brand has a unique opportunity to be part of the action. From June 1–7, TechCrunch is curating a weeklong series of Side Events that orbit the main stage event on June 5 at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall.…

Final weeks to secure your spot in the AI spotlight at TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 21, 2025

The countdown is real! Exhibit tables for TechCrunch Sessions: AI are almost gone, and the May 9 deadline is closing in fast. If you’ve been meaning to showcase your AI innovation, this is your last window to make it happen. No more “maybe next year.” No more waiting for the perfect moment. This is it!…

Famed AI researcher launches controversial startup to replace all human workers everywhere

April 19, 2025

Every now and then, a Silicon Valley startup launches with such an “absurdly” described mission that it’s difficult to discern if the startup is for real or just satire. Such is the case with Mechanize, a startup whose founder – and the non-profit AI research organization he founded called Epoch – is being skewered on…

From Bogotá to the Battlefield: LatAm startups are winning big in TechCrunch Startup Battlefield

April 18, 2025

For startups around the world, the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield program offers unmatched exposure, credibility, and connections to scale their businesses. TechCrunch has long been committed to spotlighting companies solving real-world problems in scalable and sustainable ways — making it a powerful launchpad for startups both in and outside the U.S. Several Latin American startups have…

Final day to submit your speaker application and shape the next wave of startups at TechCrunch All Stage

April 18, 2025

Today’s the day! The application to speak at TechCrunch All Stage closes tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT — this is your final chance to share real-world insights with 1,200+ startup founders and VCs attending the event. Whether you’ve built or backed startups, battled bottlenecks, or cracked the code on growth, the stage is yours. TC…

Former Y Combinator president Geoff Ralston launches new AI ‘safety’ fund

April 17, 2025

Geoff Ralston, known for his years at Y Combinator, has a new AI VC fund called SAIF. It is seeking AI startups focused on safety.

Make a brand impact by hosting a Side Event during TechCrunch All Stage Week in Boston

April 17, 2025

Want to tap into the energy of 1,000+ startup founders, investors, and tech leaders descending on Boston for TechCrunch All Stage on July 15? Host your own Side Event during “TC All Stage Week,” happening July 13–19! Whether it’s a networking mixer, workshop, morning run, fireside chat, or cocktail hour — you call the shots.…

Less than a month left to claim your brand’s spotlight at TechCrunch Sessions: AI with an exhibit table

April 16, 2025

TechCrunch Sessions: AI is right around the corner — and the deadline to reserve your exhibit table is nearly gone. If you’ve got an AI innovation worth shouting about, now’s your moment. Don’t sit on the sidelines while others take the spotlight. Put your product where it belongs — in front of the leaders and…

TechCrunch All Stage: Full agenda revealed

April 16, 2025

The ultimate founder summit returns — now bigger than ever! Formerly TechCrunch Early Stage, TC All Stage is bringing together founders and VCs from every stage, not just early stage. We’re thrilled to unveil the full breakout session lineup at TC All Stage. Packed with scaling pioneers and top-tier VCs, these sessions are designed for…

TS Anil, CEO of Monzo, is joining our StrictlyVC London lineup

April 16, 2025

StrictlyVC, the boutique brand powered by TechCrunch and known for evening events that invite headliners into smaller rooms to connect with live audiences, is headed back to London on May 13 — and its latest speaker lineup is one of its strongest yet. Joining the stage is TS Anil, CEO of Monzo Bank, the digital…

Figma sent a cease-and-desist letter to Lovable over the term ‘Dev Mode’

April 15, 2025

We may be witnessing the makings of a new tech industry feud between competitors. Figma has sent a cease-and-desist letter to popular no-code AI startup Lovable, Figma confirmed to TechCrunch. The letter tells Lovable to stop using the term “Dev Mode” for a new product feature. Figma, which also has a feature called Dev Mode,…

Reach 1,000+ AI leaders: Host a Side Event during TechCrunch Sessions: AI

April 15, 2025

Looking to position your brand in front of the brightest minds in artificial intelligence? Hosting a Side Event during TechCrunch Sessions: AI Week is your opportunity to do just that. Reach 1,200+ attendees and the surrounding Berkeley tech scene. From June 1 to June 7, TechCrunch invites startups, investors, and builders to bring unique and…

Final days to apply to speak at TechCrunch All Stage

April 15, 2025

The application to speak at TechCrunch All Stage closes this Friday, April 18 — don’t miss your chance to share hard-won insights with 1,200+ startup founders and VCs. If you’ve been in the trenches and cracked tough growth problems, now’s the time to step up and share your scaling strategies onstage at TC All Stage,…

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