Category: Tech/AI

Defense technology startup Hadrian has secured $1.37 billion in a massive new funding round, pushing its valuation to nearly $7.87 billion. The round drew participation from prominent financial institutions and venture capital firms, including WCM Investment Management, Washington Harbour Partners, and Valor Equity Partners, bringing the company’s total funding to approximately $2 billion. Unlike many […]

Cybercriminal groups are successfully employing traditional voice phishing, or vishing, techniques by calling employees at major U.S. financial and investment firms. According to a recent security report by Google, the attackers pose as IT support staff or colleagues to trick targets into submitting their credentials on spoofed websites. Linked to a broader collective tracked as […]

TechCrunch has launched a flash sale offering an extra $100 off passes for the upcoming Disrupt 2026 conference, scheduled for October 13–15 at Moscone West in San Francisco. This temporary discount combines with existing price reductions, giving founders, investors, and builders savings of up to $400 total. The promotion provides a final opportunity for attendees […]

The renowned fashion event Vogue World is heading to San Francisco next year, marking yet another official nod of approval from the fashion industry toward the tech elite. Anna Wintour announced the upcoming event, praising the city’s innovative spirit, creativity, and rebellious history, even though San Francisco has traditionally not been ranked alongside fashion capitals […]

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is gearing up for its upcoming tech event, scheduled to take place from October 13-15 at Moscone West in San Francisco. Organizers are reminding early-stage startups that exhibiting on the Expo Hall floor remains an effective strategy to connect directly with key industry players without needing a main stage keynote slot. For […]

Lucid Motors has pushed back the release of its upcoming affordable crossover SUV, named Cosmos, to the second half of 2027. Newly appointed CEO Silvio Napoli decided on the delay to ensure build quality and prevent the software issues that plagued previous vehicles like the Gravity SUV, prioritizing product reliability over rushed market entry. This […]

Venture capital firms are increasingly partnering with social media creators to build trust and source deals with the next generation of founders. Following similar moves by a16z and OpenAI, Lightspeed Venture Partners recently hired seed investor and influencer Claire Zau to help drive its new media initiatives. This growing trend highlights how traditional investment firms […]

Venture capital firm Lightspeed made waves earlier this year by recruiting tech content creator and investor Claire Zau following a direct message on Instagram. Zau, who boasts hundreds of thousands of followers across TikTok and Instagram, joined the firm to help bridge the gap between complex technology trends and everyday audiences through accessible digital storytelling. […]

Mobility platform Moove has successfully secured $250 million in a Series C funding round, pushing its valuation to $2.1 billion. The fresh capital will be directed toward scaling its autonomous vehicle operations, positioning the company to become a major infrastructure player in the robotaxi ecosystem. While continuing its traditional driver-focused ride-hailing and vehicle financing services […]

Nikita Bier has officially stepped down from his role as head of product at X, Elon Musk’s social media platform, after serving for just over a year. The serial entrepreneur and venture partner, who took charge in July 2025, announced that he is ready to step back and return to posting, though he will remain […]