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Zoom launches a cross application AI notetaker, AI avatars and more in its latest update
Zoom is launching new tools for its meeting and productivity platform including new AI avatars that would resemble users.
Jaguar Land Rover to pause production for third week due to cyberattack
The company owned by Tata Motors is estimated to be losing millions of pounds a week due to the shutdown.
Airbuds is the music social network Apple and Spotify wish they had built
Airbuds, a music social app aimed at Gen Z, raises $5M as the app reaches 5 million monthly users.
Google revamps Discover page to show content from creators
Google will now let you follow publishers and creators directly through its Search app's Discover page.
AI and the Future of Defense: Mach Industries Ethan Thornton at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Ethan Thornton, CEO of Mach Industries, joins the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 (Oct. 2729, San Francisco) to discuss how AI is transforming defense from autonomous weapons to decentralized strategy. Register now and save up to $650 before rates increase.
From Startup Battlefield in 2013 to the Disrupt Stage in 2018: Discord founder Jason Citron returns to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 in San Francisco on October 27-29. Register here to join.
The venture capital giant, behind cyber giants Wiz and Databricks, notified current and former employees, as well as the firm's limited partners, that their data was stolen in a January cyberattack.
Lovable has quickly become one of the most talked-about startups of the year, breaking records and making headlines as one of the fastest-growing software companies in history. Co-founder and CEO Anton Osika will take the Disrupt Stage to discuss Lovable and the Future of Consumer Tech. Register here to save your seat.
Terra Oleos oil-producing microbes could replace destructive palm oil plantations
Terra Oleo had operated in stealth for years, developing yeast strains capable of producing high-value oils that don't need refining. It has raised $3.1 million.
Lyft and Waymo are partnering to bring robotaxis to Nashville
Waymo is tapping an old partner, Lyft, to launch a robotaxi service in Nashville.
Icarus raises $6.1M to take on spaces warehouse work with embodied-AI robots
Icarus Robotics wants to liberate astronauts from time-sucking logistics labor.
Google Ventures doubles down on dev tool startup Blacksmith just 4 months after its seed round
Blacksmith, a Y Combinator alum, raised $10M Series A led by Google Ventures to cut costs and speed up software builds.
Sonair built its 3D ultrasonic sensor with robotic safety in mind
The company's sensor uses sonar and echos to give robots more information about their surrounding environment.
Indias Urban Company soars 58% above IPO price in years most subscribed offering
Urban Companys IPO, which opened last week, was oversubscribed more than 100 times, reflecting strong investor demand.
Al Gore on Chinas climate rise: I would not have seen this coming
Al Gore and Lila Preston of Generation Investment Management talked with TechCrunch about recent headlines, including the tech industry's growing appetite for rare earth minerals, how the AI boom's demand for massive data centers could impact global energy consumption, and whether the space industry's rocket launches are truly a net positive.
Meta Connect 2025: What to expect and how to watch
Meta is expected to unveil new versions of its AI-powered smart glasses, as well as a gesture-indicating wristband.
Same-day delivery comes to space, as Impulse promises satellite transport in hours, not months
Impulse Space wants to ignite a revolution in in-space logistics.
Jack Altman raised anew $275M early-stage fund in a mere week
Altman's first fund, raised in early 2024, was $150 million. So this is a big step up, too.
Tesla is recalling Powerwall 2 batteries over fire risk
Tesla is recalling an unspecified number of Powerwall 2 home batteries in Australia after receiving reports of fires.
What to know about TikToks uncertain future in the US and the people who want to buy it
TikTok, owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, has been at the center of controversy in the U.S. for four years now due to concerns about user data potentially being accessed by the Chinese government. Earlier this year, the app experienced a temporary outage in the U.S. that left millions of users in suspense before it []
Silicon Valley bets big on environments to train AI agents
A wave of startups are creating RL environments to help AI labs train agents. It might be Silicon Valleys next craze in the making.
CodeRabbit raises $60M, valuing the 2-year-old AI code review startup at $550M
The round, which brought the two-year-old startups total funding to $88 million, was led by Scale Venture Partners.
Gemini overtakes ChatGPT on App Store, as its Nano Banana AI model drives downloads up 45%
Though the month is only half over, Gemini's app has already gained 12.6 million downloads in September, up from 8.7 million in August.
Rivian breaks ground on $5B Georgia factory ahead of construction in 2026
While largely ceremonial, it's an important step for a project that has dealt with a lot of uncertainty the last few years. Rivian R2 SUVs will roll off the line in 2028.
Andrew Yang took inspiration from Mark Cuban for his budget cell carrier Noble Mobile
Im as guilty of doomscrolling as the next person, but knowing that doomscrolling is actually costing me money makes me feel dumb, Yang told TechCrunch.
Waymos Tekedra Mawakana on Scaling Self-Driving Beyond the Hype
Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana takes the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 (Oct 2729, SF) to share the realities of scaling autonomous vehicles from safety to regulation to the road ahead.
Figure reaches $39B valuation in latest funding round
Figure raised more than $1 billion in a Series C round led by Parkway Venture Capital in addition to numerous other investors.
Waymo approved to start testing autonomous vehicles at San Francisco International Airport
Waymo has spent years locked in back-and-forth negotiations with SFO, the biggest airport serving its home base of Silicon Valley.
OpenAI will apply new restrictions to ChatGPT users under 18
Under the new policy, ChatGPT will be trained to no longer engage in flirtatious talk with underage users, and additional guardrails will be placed around discussions of suicide.
Samsung patches zero-day security flaw used to hack into its customers phones
The Galaxy phone maker said it was notified in August that hackers are actively exploiting the security flaw to target Samsung customers.
D-ID acquires Berlin-based video startup Simpleshow
Video creation platform D-ID snaps up Berlin-based video generation startup Simpleshow to expand its digital avatar solution.
Tesla probed for potentially faulty door handles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received nine reports from owners who couldn't access their cars, including from parents whose children were stuck inside.
YouTube unveils new ways for creators to earn with brand deals, YouTube Shopping program
YouTube is going to allow creators to swap out brand sponsorships in long-form videos.
YouTube to use AI to help podcasters promote themselves with clips and Shorts
YouTube teases new AI-powered tools for turning podcasts into video clips, even if they're audio-only.
YouTube Music launches new tools for artists to reward fans with exclusive merch and videos
YouTube Music users will soon be able to pre-save songs, see a countdown for album releases, get exclusive merch, and more.
YouTube Live gets a major update, introduces dual-format streaming, minigames, and more
YouTube announced new features for livestreaming, such as letting creators play mini-games, AI-powered highlights, and more.
YouTube announces new generative AI tools for Shorts creators
YouTube is bringing a custom version of Google's text-to-video generative AI model, Veo 3, to Shorts, along with a new remixing tool, an 'Edit with AI' feature, and more.
YouTube rolls out Studio updates, likeness detection, lip synced dubs, creator collabs and more
YouTube launches a handful of updates for creators, including lip syncing features for dubbed videos, likeness detection, collabs, an AI chatbot and more.
This $30M startup built a dog crate-sized robot factory that learns by watching humans
MicroFactory has more than 100 preorders for its general purpose tabletop robotic factory which it hopes to start shipping in two months.
Google launches new protocol for agent-driven purchases
Called the Agent Payments Protocol (AP2), the system is meant to be interoperable between AI platforms, payment systems and vendors.
Calm launches standalone iOS app for sleep support
The new Calm Sleep app is designed to help people wind down, sleep deeply, and wake up refreshed.
Y Combinator-backed Rulebase wants to be the AI coworker for fintech
Y Combinator-alum Rulebase is betting that the next wave of automation in financial services will be the unglamorous tasks.
Kayak co-founder takes on Calendly with new Supercal scheduling platform
The entrepreneur has launched Supercal, a free scheduling platform thats designed to make booking meetings more efficient and simple.
Nothing closes $200M Series C led by Tiger Global, plans AI-first device launch
Carl Pei's Nothing is raising $200 million in a Series C round from Tiger Global at a $1.3 billion valuation.
Rodatherm Energy wants to make geothermal more efficient, but will it be cheaper?
Rodatherm Energy emerged from stealth with $38 million in Series A funding. It plans to build a closed-loop geothermal power plant that uses refrigerants to move heat to the surface.
With no DOJ breakup, Alphabet becomes a $3 trillion company
Investors continue to reward Alphabet's stock after a judge declined to break up Google earlier this month.
Robinhood plans to launch a startups fund open to all retail investors
The Robinhood Ventures Fund I is intended to allow any retail investor to make money on startups, but the details are scant.
The 9 most sought-after startups from YC Demo Day
We asked YC-focused investors to name the startups from the Summer 2025 batch that generated the most interest.
Company that owns Gucci, Balenciaga, other brands confirms hack
Kering said the hackers did not steal credit card numbers and that it has contacted the customers whose data is part of the breach, without saying how many were affected.
Do startups still need Silicon Valley? Founders and funders debate at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.
Does Silicon Valley still give founders an edge? At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 (Oct 2729, SF), Anh-Tho Chuong (Lago), David Hall (Revolution), and Tawni Nazario-Cranz (SignalFire) debate whether location still drives startup success.
Awakes new app requires heavy sleepers to complete tasks in order to turn off the alarm
Unlike traditional alarm clocks that can be silenced with a simple tap, Awake is intended to actively engage users' brains to ensure they fully wake up.
Apples iOS 26 with the new Liquid Glass design is now available to everyone
Apple's iOS 26 update with Liquid Glass redesign is available to all eligible iPhone users starting today.
Inside the Shift at Disrupt: Building Community and Scaling in the AI Era
Nirav Tolia (Nextdoor), Jane Alexander (CapitalG), and Vanessa Larco (Premise, NEA) join TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 (Oct 2729, SF) to share strategies for building resilient companies and scaling in the AI era.
OpenAI upgrades Codex with a new version of GPT-5
OpenAI's AI coding agent, Codex, can now spend anywhere from a few seconds to several hours on a task, thanks to a new, customized version of GPT-5.
Israel announces seizure of $1.5 million from crypto wallets tied to Iran
The Israeli government ordered the seizure of 187 wallets it said belong to the IRGC, which have over time received $1.5 billion in crypto, according to a blockchain analysis firm.
Times running out to volunteer at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes place October 2729 at Moscone West in San Francisco, and were looking for motivated, curious, and energetic volunteers to help make it all happen.
PayPal adds new one-to-one payment links that will soon support crypto
PayPal introduces 1:1 direct payment links that will soon support crypto.
By popular demand: 10 extra exhibit tables open at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Back by overwhelming demand, weve added 10 more exhibit tables to TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 and this will be the final release before they sell out. This is your last chance to showcase your company in front of 10,000+ founders, VCs, and tech innovators from October 27-29 at San Franciscos Moscone West.
Zoom CEO Eric Yuan and Emergence Capital General Partner Santi Subotovsky will join the Going Public Stage at Disrupt 2025 in a session called What Comes After Breakout Success?. Join 10,000+ tech and VC leaders from October 27-29 in San Francisco.
US, China reach framework deal for TikTok
The framework deal with China is etween two private parties, but the commercial terms have been agreed upon, CNBC quoted Bessent as saying on the sidelines of a meeting between the two countries in Madrid on Monday.
Spotify will now let free users pick and play tracks
Spotify is adding new features for free customers that let them pick and play tracks.
Harvard Law to AI: MarqVision lands $48M to combat brand abuse
How a Harvard Law grad turned YC founder raised $48M to fight brand abuse in the AI era
Vibe coding has turned senior devs into AI babysitters, but they say its worth it
TechCrunch spoke to experienced coders about their time using AI-generated code about what they see as the future of vibe coding.
Users turn to chatbots for spiritual guidance
At least one website claims to allow users to chat with God.
Karen Hao on the Empire of AI, AGI evangelists, and the cost of belief
OpenAIs rise isnt just a business story its an ideological one. On Equity, Karen Hao, author of Empire AI, explores how the cult of AGI has fueled a billion-dollar race, justified massive spending on compute and data, and blurred the line between mission and profit.
iPhone 17, iPhone Air, AirPods Pro 3, and everything else announced at Apples hardware event
From a new slim iPhone Air model to redesigned AirPods, here's what was announced at this year's Apple event.
Rolling Stone owner Penske Media sues Google over AI summaries
Penske's lawsuit accuses Google of abusing its monopoly power in search to force publishers to support AI summaries.
Via raises $492.9M in IPO, and German automakers go on the offensive
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
Selling coffee beans to Starbucks how the AI boom could leave AIs biggest companies behind
The competitive landscape of AI is changing in ways that undermine the advantages of the biggest AI labs.
Online Gaming Bill: Startups That Have Shut Real Money Gaming Ops
With the Rajya Sabha passing the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 today, the countrys real money gaming
Indian Listed New-Age Tech Company Tracker: Market Cap, Revenue & More
For years, we at Inc42 have tracked the Indian tech startup ecosystem and seen it grow from a kid to
India Setting Up Commercial Silicion Fab With 50,000 Per Month Wafer Capacity: Ashwini Vaishnaw
India is developing a commercial-scale silicon-based fabrication facility with an above average capacity of 50,000 wafer-starts per month, minister for
New Delhi, Delhi, India | 16thAugust 2025: Eastman Auto & Power Limited (EAPL), a pioneer in innovative and sustainable energy solutions, has launched its next-generation SolarLink Grid-Tie Inverter Series, setting a new benchmark in high-performance solar power conversion for Indias growing clean energy market. Wide Capacity Range for All Solar Applications The SolarLink series is [] The post Eastman Auto & Power Unveils SolarLink Grid-Tie Inverter Series for Residential, Commercial & Industrial Solar Solutions appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
VinFast Sets Record in India: Tamil Nadu EV Plant Completed in Just 17 Months
Gurgaon, Haryana, India | 16thAugust 2025: Indias push to put millions of electric vehicles (EVs) on its roads by 2030 has gained a major boost from VinFast, the fast-growing Vietnamese EV manufacturer. In what one leading Indian daily described as the fastest manufacturing scale-up by any foreign carmaker in India, the company transformed an empty [] The post VinFast Sets Record in India: Tamil Nadu EV Plant Completed in Just 17 Months appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
New Delhi, Delhi, India | 16thAugust 2025: India, historically celebrated as the Sone ki Chidiya or the Golden Bird, has long been revered for its immense wealth, cultural heritage, and contributions to global philosophy and trade. From precious metals and fine goods to profound knowledge systems, Indias rich legacy has captivated travellers for centuries. In [] The post MMTC-PAMP Launches Limited-Edition Sone Ki Chidiya 24K Gold Coin to Celebrate Indias Golden Legacy and Rising Global Status appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Indias Water Crisis and The Art of Livings Revolutionary Solutions for a Water-Positive Future
Bangalore, Karnataka, India | 16thAugust 2025: India, once celebrated for its perennial rivers and lush landscapes, is now facing an alarming reality water scarcity is no longer a distant concern, its a present-day crisis. Across villages, towns, and entire districts, groundwater reserves are depleting at unprecedented rates. Rivers that once flowed year-round are now [] The post Indias Water Crisis and The Art of Livings Revolutionary Solutions for a Water-Positive Future appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India | 15thAugust 2025: Saifco Cements Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of JK Cement Ltd, one of Indias leading cement manufacturers, has officially launched the JK Super Cement brand in Kashmir. This marks a pivotal step in the companys expansion strategy and reinforces its commitment to accelerating infrastructure development and economic growth [] The post JK Super Cement Launches in Kashmir: JK Cement Expands Local Manufacturing to Boost Infrastructure and Employment appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Scrapcart: Indias First AI-Powered Industrial Scrap Marketplace Driving Sustainable Waste Management
New Delhi, Delhi, India | 15thAugust 2025: Scrapcart has emerged as a game-changer in Indias waste management sector, offering industries, MNCs, SMEs, and recyclers a smarter, more transparent way to trade and dispose of scrap responsibly. By combining cutting-edge AI technology with a robust compliance framework, the platform enables organisations to unlock maximum value from [] The post Scrapcart: Indias First AI-Powered Industrial Scrap Marketplace Driving Sustainable Waste Management appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Indias Defence Tech Moment, Darwinbox Nets $40 Mn & More
Indias Defence Tech Moment Arrives The recent Indo-Pak military conflict brought to the fore how battlefields are getting future-ready as
The Evolving Landscape Of Climate Tech Funding In India
Indias climate tech ecosystem has long been subject to the influence of global capital flows and trends, shaped by the
HR Tech Unicorn Darwinbox Bags $40 Mn To Expand In North America
Months after raising $140 Mn, HR tech unicorn Darwinbox has bagged $40 Mn (about INR 335 Cr) from Ontario Teachers
Arintra Nets $21 Mn From Peak XV & Others To Power AI Medical Coding
GenAI-native autonomous medical coding startup Arintra has secured $21 Mn (about INR 184 Cr) in its Series A funding round
EaseMyTrip Q1: Profit Crashes 99% YoY to INR 44 Lakh
Online travel aggregator (OTA) EaseMyTrip saw its consolidated net profit plunge about 99% to INR 44.3 Lakh in Q1 FY26
Indias leading AI-powered hiring platform, GetWork, adds HRTech and EdTech veterans to its leadership team to revolutionize campus hiring and empower Tier 23 talent. The post GetWork Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Industry Veterans Dr. Anuj Kacker and Chirag Mittal appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Therapist, techie, and now even co-founder: AI powering new wave of one-person startups
AI is no longer seen as just a mere tool; it is now becoming a partner--not a therapist, but a solid business partner. It is helping to start companies, shape ideas, and give everyday people without technical skills the power to turn a small spark of inspiration into a real business.
Sangeetha Adbalwar Founder & CEO, Vroutes HR
Sangeetha Adbalwar, Founder & CEO of Vroutes HR, transforms HR into a growth engine with her proprietary Three-Layer 360 HR Model, delivering scalable, compliant, and culture-driven solutions. The post Sangeetha Adbalwar Founder & CEO, Vroutes HR appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Trumps 50% tariff threatens Indias manufacturing ambitions
Donald Trump's tariff increase on Indian exports to 50% is a major setback. It jeopardises Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' initiative. The move impacts sectors beyond smartphones and pharmaceuticals.
Decoding Fractals IPO, Indias Defence Tech Boom & More
Analysing Fractals INR 4,900 Cr DRHP Fractal has set the ball rolling to become the first Indian AI-focussed startup to
Refex eVeelz Rebrands as Refex Mobility; Anirudh Arun Named CEO to Lead EV Growth
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India | 13thAugust 2025: Refex Mobility is powering into a new era of safe, reliable, and socially responsible transportation. From its humble start in March 2023 with just 24 company-owned electric vehicles (EVs), the company now operates a robust fleet of nearly 1,400 EVs, delivering tech-enabled B2B and B2B2C mobility solutions to [] The post Refex eVeelz Rebrands as Refex Mobility; Anirudh Arun Named CEO to Lead EV Growth appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Helios Launches Herbelins Luna & Newport Collections with Brew OClock Coffee Rave in Chennai
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India | 13thAugust 2025: Helios, Indias leading multi-brand destination for luxury watches, unveiled Herbelins iconic Luna and Newport collections at an exclusive lifestyle event Brew OClock: A Coffee Rave with a French Soul hosted at its flagship store in Pondy Bazaar, Chennai. The evening blended the precision of Swiss-French watchmaking [] The post Helios Launches Herbelins Luna & Newport Collections with Brew OClock Coffee Rave in Chennai appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
