TechCrunch has revealed the diverse lineup of side events slated for Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco. The schedule aims to bring together startup founders, investors, and tech leaders for a variety of networking sessions, workshops, and community gatherings outside the main conference venue. The program features international showcases from organizations like KOTRA and Enterprise Ireland, […]
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AI startup EliseAI has secured $350 million in a new funding round, successfully doubling its valuation to $4 billion. Co-led by Andreessen Horowitz and Bessemer Ventures, this latest investment highlights the growing market demand for automation in sectors burdened by heavy administrative tasks. Founded in 2017, EliseAI automates operational and administrative workflows for the housing […]
Continue ReadingPhysical AI chip developer SiMa.ai has secured $150 million in a Series C funding round, pushing its valuation to $1.45 billion. The financing was co-led by Fidelity Management & Research Company and Amplify, alongside participation from several major tech and venture capital firms. The company builds energy-efficient processors and software that enable robots, drones, and […]
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Record producer and sound designer Nicholas Piantedosi, known as Decap, has quietly shaped the soundscape of modern music over the past decade. His influential ‘Drums That Knock’ sample pack series, launched in 2016, has reached its 11th installment, leaving a massive footprint on tracks across multiple genres and earning high praise from peer producers like […]
Continue ReadingAI video startup Synthesia has developed the first interactive digital avatar of a journalist, offering a glimpse into the evolving landscape of media and automated communication. The creation process involved a brief recording session at the company’s New York office, capturing both visual likeness and voice data to build a functional digital twin. The underlying […]
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A recent analysis by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association indicates that hospitals utilizing artificial intelligence tools for insurance claims generated an extra $942 million in healthcare spending over a two-year period. The study highlighted a notable surge in patients being diagnosed with complex conditions, despite a lack of evidence showing corresponding changes in actual […]
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At its Connect 2026 conference, Meta revealed the Ray-Ban Meta Audio, the company’s first pair of AI glasses built entirely without a camera. This new hardware iteration was developed to address widespread privacy concerns and criticism surrounding the covert video recording capabilities of earlier models. Starting at $349 and weighing a mere 43 grams, the […]
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Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is challenging traditional higher education by launching The Horowitz Andreessen Academy, a specialized school tailored for high school graduates. The institution aims to provide hands-on training and mentorship for aspiring founders and tech professionals before they enter college or the workforce. The inaugural one-year program, currently accepting a cohort […]
Continue ReadingRobby Stein, Google Search VP of product and generative AI leader, is set to headline the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. His session will explore the complex transition from launching a minimum viable product to scaling services that serve billions of users globally. The discussion highlights the delicate balance between rapid innovation and maintaining […]
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Smart ring manufacturer Oura is moving forward with an initial public offering aiming to raise up to $2.2 billion. However, updated filings reveal that the public debut serves primarily as a lucrative exit strategy for early backers rather than a traditional fundraising round for company expansion. Out of the total shares being offered, nearly two-thirds […]
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