TechCrunch has extended the deadline for the lowest available rates for the upcoming Disrupt 2026 conference, giving attendees until late Tuesday, August 25, to secure their passes. Early buyers can still save up to $300 or take advantage of group pricing discounts before standard rates officially kick in. Scheduled to take place from October 13 […]
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TechCrunch has officially launched the audience voting phase to select the final sessions for this year’s Founder Summit, scheduled for November 4 in Boston. Out of a massive pool of applicants, 11 finalists have been chosen to compete for four open slots on the event’s main agenda. The nominated sessions address critical topics for the […]
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SpaceX has officially revealed plans to construct a second major spaceport dedicated to its Starship mega-rocket, selecting a former industrial site in Louisiana along the Gulf Coast. Following a lengthy search for an optimal location, the aerospace firm is committing an estimated $100 billion to develop the new facility, marking a massive expansion of its […]
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Stability AI, the startup behind the popular image generation model Stable Diffusion, has successfully raised $76 million in a Series B funding round. This latest injection brings the company’s total fundraising efforts to $232 million, providing strong momentum for its ongoing AI development initiatives. Notably, the investment round features major entertainment and gaming players, including […]
Continue ReadingInstagram is streamlining the video creation process with the introduction of “First Draft,” a new editing feature designed to automate the initial cut of Reels. The tool automatically trims selected video clips and removes awkward pauses, assembling a cohesive draft in under ten seconds. While similar automated editing capabilities already exist across various third-party apps, […]
Continue ReadingSocial media platform X has issued cease-and-desist letters demanding the permanent shutdown of Nitter, an open-source project that allowed individuals to read public posts without logging into an account or using the official app. Nitter provided a clean viewing experience by stripping out advertisements and tracking elements, serving as a popular alternative for casual readers. […]
Continue ReadingOpenAI is expanding its focus toward building autonomous AI agents designed to handle complex, multi-step tasks across various professions rather than just software engineering. The initiative aims to integrate large language models directly into daily workplace workflows, granting agents access to communication tools, email, and productivity software to automate routine operations. While internal adoption of […]
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General Intuition, the New York-based startup building foundational models for generalized AI agents, is in talks to secure a new funding round at a staggering $6 billion pre-money valuation. High-profile investors including Valor Equity Partners, Point72 Ventures, and Seven Seven Six are reportedly backing the round, reflecting intense market demand. Founded by Pim de Witte […]
Continue ReadingA powerful new personal AI assistant named Instinct has generated significant excitement in the tech community while simultaneously raising serious concerns regarding user privacy and security. Currently in private testing, the autonomous agent connects directly to users’ applications, messages, emails, and devices to seamlessly handle everyday tasks on their behalf. However, the startup’s terms of […]
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TechCrunch has officially opened the application window for organizations wishing to host Side Events during the upcoming Disrupt 2026 conference in San Francisco. The major tech event is set to bring together more than 10,000 innovators, founders, and investors from across the global technology ecosystem. Interested participants have until September 4 to submit their proposals […]
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