Comedian, activist, and creator W. Kamau Bell recently shared his personal relationship with technology, highlighting the gadgets and apps he relies on daily. He emphasized that a simple phone charger is the ultimate indispensable tool, noting that without power, modern devices are nothing more than shiny paperweights. During the interview, Bell also discussed his shift […]
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Japanese space tech startup Letara has closed a ¥2.6 billion ($16 million) funding round to expand its operations beyond small satellite thrusters and step into the development of large rocket systems for space and defense markets. Spun out of Hokkaido University, Letara specializes in hybrid propulsion that separates solid fuel from liquid oxidizer. By using […]
Continue ReadingU.S. battery startups are navigating a challenging landscape following the repeal of federal electric vehicle incentives. To survive the setback in commercial demand, these companies are increasingly turning to the defense sector, powering critical military equipment ranging from drones to tactical radios. Addressing supply chain vulnerabilities and national security concerns, the Department of Energy recently […]
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The U.S. Department of Justice has been investigating venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz for nearly a year, dusting off a century-old antitrust law to scrutinize board representation. The probe focuses on a16z partners holding seats on the boards of competing portfolio companies, specifically Databricks and Fivetran. While overlapping board positions were historically common and often […]
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Tech professionals and startup founders have just hours left to secure the lowest possible rates for passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The major industry event serves as a primary hub for networking, funding opportunities, and cutting-edge tech discussions within the global startup ecosystem. Scheduled for October 13-15 in San Francisco, this year’s conference places a […]
Continue ReadingTikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, have agreed to a $400 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve allegations of violating federal children’s online privacy laws. The legal dispute originated from a 2024 lawsuit claiming the platform allowed millions of children under 13 to create accounts and collected their personal data without […]
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Defense startup Castelion, founded by former SpaceX executives, has successfully raised a $1 billion Series C funding round, pushing its valuation to $13 billion. The investment was co-led by prominent firms including Andreessen Horowitz, Carlyle, and JPMorgan Chase. The company focuses on manufacturing cost-effective hypersonic weapon systems at scale, having already secured over $500 million […]
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Confirmed by 2 independent sources. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has expanded his real estate portfolio internationally by purchasing the historic Strancally Castle in Ireland, along with its expansive 440-acre grounds. The 19th-century estate, featuring extensive living quarters and river views, was acquired for an estimated price between €20 million and $35 million. A spokesperson for […]
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The Enhanced Games, the controversial sports competition allowing performance-enhancing substances with backing from tech figures, resulted in a severe financial blow. The organizing firm, Enhanced Group, reported a net loss of nearly $62 million for the second quarter, proving the venture was both a competitive and a commercial disappointment. Despite this expensive setback, the broader […]
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In a recent episode of TechCrunch’s Build Mode, Puzzle founder and CEO Sasha Orloff shared key lessons on venture capital fundraising. Having collectively raised over $1 billion across his ventures, Orloff broke down what investors genuinely look for in startup founders. According to Orloff, investors do not expect perfection, but they do demand a realistic […]
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