Time is running out for organizations and community leaders wanting to host an official side event during the upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 conference. Applications are set to close tonight at midnight PT, marking the final opportunity to join the official lineup. Hosting a side event allows brands to connect directly with thousands of founders, investors, […]
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Compact discs are making a surprising market return, as highlighted by new data from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Despite the dominance of digital streaming platforms, CD sales experienced a strong upward surge during the first half of the year, reversing previous declines. This revival is part of a broader consumer trend favoring […]
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Delivery Hero’s board of directors has officially endorsed a $15 billion acquisition offer from Uber, urging shareholders to approve the monumental deal. The proposed transaction aims to forge one of the most dominant on-demand food delivery and service networks worldwide. By combining operations, Uber stands to double its global footprint and significantly bolster its competitive […]
Continue ReadingGoogle has successfully avoided a forced breakup of its advertising business following a major antitrust ruling in the United States. Although federal courts previously concluded that the tech giant maintained an illegal monopoly over digital ads, the presiding judge ruled against divesting these core operations, offering a major reprieve to the company. Instead of a […]
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The Builders Stage is returning to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, bringing practical insights and strategic advice for startup founders and operators. Industry leaders and venture capitalists will gather to address essential growth challenges, including capital raising, talent acquisition, and navigating the evolving technology landscape. This year’s agenda tackles critical topics such as building resilient businesses outside […]
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Prominent venture capital firm Thrive Capital has found itself entangled in the escalating controversy surrounding FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s failed commercial plans. Thrive’s founder, Josh Kushner, broke his silence to defend the original investment logic, stating that the goal was to distribute revenues more equitably across global soccer associations, while acknowledging that they would have […]
Continue ReadingConfirmed by 2 independent sources. Apple has officially updated its Apple Maps service to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America” for users within the United States, matching a prior move by Google. The update complies with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump requiring federal geographic databases to reflect the new designation. The altered […]
Continue ReadingPrediction market platform Kalshi has slapped a lifetime ban on former U.S. Representative George Santos after concluding he placed wagers on events directly under his control. This marks the first time the company has taken such a punitive stance against a user, signaling a crackdown on insider trading behavior within prediction markets. Investigators found that […]
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Phil Schiller, Apple’s longtime App Store chief and corporate veteran, is stepping down from his operational role amid a broader wave of executive departures following CEO Tim Cook’s transition. Schiller, who joined the company in 1987 and took over the App Store in 2015, will remain as an Apple Fellow to work on select projects, […]
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TechCrunch has officially opened applications for organizations and individuals wishing to host Side Events during the upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 conference, scheduled for October 13-15 in San Francisco. The application deadline is set for Friday, September 4. The initiative enables tech companies, venture capitalists, and community builders to organize bespoke gatherings between October 10 and […]
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