Author: Μαρία Κωνσταντίνου

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 has unveiled its comprehensive lineup, centering its entire agenda around a single critical challenge: building enduring companies in the age of artificial intelligence. Scheduled for October 13-15 at Moscone West in San Francisco, the event aims to equip startup founders, investors, and tech leaders with actionable strategies for the modern market. The […]

Publicly traded e-commerce marketing platform Klaviyo has agreed to acquire Agency, an AI-powered customer success startup founded in 2023. Agency had previously raised $32 million from prominent investors, though the financial terms of the current acquisition remain undisclosed. As part of the acquisition, Agency founder Elias Torres will join Klaviyo as chief product officer, bringing […]

Travis Kalanick’s robotics and industrial AI startup, Atoms, has appointed former Uber finance chief Gautam Gupta as its new Chief Financial Officer. Gupta is stepping down from the venture capital firm A* to take on the role, marking another high-profile reunion of former Uber executives within Kalanick’s new venture. This leadership addition follows Atoms’ massive […]

Apple has finally rolled out the long-awaited AI upgrades for Siri, currently available in the public beta build of iOS 27. Powered by customized models built alongside Google’s Gemini technology, the assistant successfully handles complex personal queries, contextual awareness, and deep app integration. Despite delivering a remarkably functional tool, the release feels somewhat anticlimactic given […]

Fender CEO Edward “Bud Cole” has drawn heavy criticism from the guitar-playing community following resurfaced interview comments comparing human bandmates and learning cover songs to a form of “analog AI.” Cole argued that musicians internalizing musical influences or collaborating with drummers and bassists mirror the training processes of artificial intelligence. The remarks have further alienated […]

A group of tech founders in East London has established the ‘Lift House’, offering a distinct counterpoint to the relentless hustle culture typical of San Francisco’s hacker houses. Rejecting extreme work schedules and performative events, the residents prioritize holistic well-being alongside startup growth. This initiative mirrors the broader evolution of the UK tech ecosystem, where […]