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Grok says Elon Musk is better than basically everyone, except Shohei Ohtani
According to Grok, Elon Musk can out-slug the MLB's greatest power hitters... except Ohtani.
Google steps up AI scam protection in India, but gaps remain
Google is expanding its real-time scam-detection and screen-sharing fraud warnings in India.
Joby Aviation makes corporate espionage claims in lawsuit against rival Archer
Joby alleges one of its former employees shared stolen trade secrets when he was hired by Archer.
WhatsApp gets its own Instagram Notes-like feature
WhatsApp users can now share their status with others through a new About feature.
Source: Kalshis valuation jumps to $11B after raising massive $1B round
The quickly growing prediction betting market raised fresh capital from Sequoia and CapitalG, according to someone familiar with the deal.
Blue Origin reveals a super-heavy variant of its New Glenn rocket that is taller than a Saturn V
The nine-engine variant can carry larger payloads and more closely matches the capabilities of SpaceX's largest rocket, Starship.
Gemini starts rolling out to Android Auto globally
Gemini will replace Google Assistant and give drivers the ability to make playlists, access email, and learn about a city all through voice.
The best guide to spotting AI writing comes from Wikipedia
Wikipedia's guide to Signs of AI writing is a great resource for learning to spot LLM-generated prose.
After SEC investigation, Curastory founder resigns, hires replacement
Curastorysfounder and CEO, Tiffany Kelly,hasresigned from therole andreplacedherselfwith Dave Dickman, former CEO of the influencer marketing platform Tagger.
Spotifys latest feature lets you transfer playlists from other services
Spotify has partnered with TuneMyMusic on a new in-app feature that lets users import their playlists from other streaming services.
Indias TCS gets TPG to fund half of $2B AI data center project
TCS and private equity firm TPG will invest up to $2 billion to build data centers for AI training and inference in India.
Another fire breaks out at aluminum plant that supplies Ford
It's the second major fire -- and the third overall -- in the last few months at the Novelis plant in Oswego, NY.
Google releases Nano Banana Pro, its latest image generation model
Google is upgrading its image generation model with new editing chops, higher resolutions, more accurate text rendering, and the ability to search the web.
As its voice dectation app takes off, Wispr secures $25M from Notable Capital
Voice AI company Wispr is raising $25 million in funding merely months after its $30 million Series A.
Samsung Display, Chinas BOE settle OLED patent and trade secret lawsuits
The settlement lays to bed a drawn out, three-year fight between Samsungs display division and BOE, both of whom supply display panels used in Apple's iPhones.
Sortera is turning Americas scrap aluminum problem into cash
Sortera has developed an AI-guided system to sort scrap aluminum by specific grades. The startup is building a second sorting facility in Tennessee.
Monarch Tractor preps for layoffs and warns employees it may shut down
The memo that went out Thursday, which TechCrunch obtained, says the iming of the company's pivot away from tractor manufacturing puts it at risk.
Nvidias record $57B revenue and upbeat forecast quiets AI bubble talk
Nvidia's earnings were dominated by its data center business.
How the classic anime Ghost in the Shell predicted the future of cybersecurity 30 years ago
The story of Ghost in the Shells main villain the Puppet Master hinted at a future where governments use hackers for espionage, at a time when most of the world had never connected to the internet.
Cavela lands $6.6M to help brands beat pre-tariff manufacturing costs
The startup claims that its AI agents can reduce the cost of product manufacturing by an average of 35%.
VC Jennifer Neundorfer explains how founders can stand out in a crowded AI market
Founders and investors alike are obsessed with AI, and even Neundorfer said her firm, January Ventures, is looking at ways to use AI to make their work more efficient, such as helping to do due diligence on the market and competition.
Function Health raises $298M Series B at $2.5B valuation
Function, which offers blood testing and medical imaging services, recently raised $298 million in a Series B round led by Redpoint Ventures at a valuation of $2.5 billion.
Warner Music settles copyright lawsuit with Udio, signs deal for AI music platform
The subscription service will allow users to make remixes, covers, and new songs using the voices of artists and compositions of songwriters who choose to participate.
Legally embattled AI music startup Suno raises at $2.45B valuation on $200M revenue
Suno has been the target of multiple AI training lawsuits but it has grown so rapidly, VCs were delighted to invest.
Rising data center electricity use risks blackouts during winter storms
Data centers are driving record electricity demand, and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation is warning that a sever winter storm could push the grid over the edge.
Why January Ventures is funding underrepresented AI founders
While everyones chasing the next AI infrastructure play in San Francisco, some of the most defensible AI companies are being built by founders with deep expertise in legacy industries and theyre not getting funded. January Ventures aims to fill that gap, writing pre-seed checks for underrepresented founders transforming healthcare, manufacturing, and supply chain with []
Subletting startup Kiki paid over $152K to settle charges after violating NYC short-term rental laws
Kiki Club, a subletting startup that matches listers and renters, violated NYC laws and had to pay the city over $152,000 to settle charges.
Bluesky announces moderation changes focused on better tracking, improved transparency
Bluesky is making moderation changes, including the addition of new reporting categories, strikes, and more clarity when communicating with users about violations.
With upcoming ban, Meta begins to notify Australian teens that their accounts will be shut down
When the ban goes into effect on December 10, Meta will revoke account access for users under the age of 16 in Australia.
Spotifys new features let listeners explore the people and stories behind their favorite music
Spotify new features will showcase who's behind your favorite songs, how music is connected, and what inspired the tunes.
Target joins OpenAIs growing list of retail apps
OpenAI is pushing deeper into retail, with Target set to debut a new ChatGPT-powered app for shoppers. The app is launching in beta next week.
OpenAI board member Larry Summers steps down amid Epstein file revelations
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has resigned from OpenAIs board days after Congress released documents showing he was close friends with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Security startup Guardio nabs $80M from ION Crossover Partners
Guardio is leveraging its experience building browser extensions and apps that scan for malicious and phishing sites to build a tool that looks for artifacts in code and websites made with vibe coding tools.
Credit risk automation platform Kaaj raises $3.8M seed from Kindred Ventures
Kaaj announced on Wednesday a $3.8 million seed round from Kindred Ventures and Better Tomorrow Ventures.
As Lovable hits $200M ARR, its CEO credits staying in Europe for its success
Lovable CEO Anton Osika said he credits ignoring advice to move to Silicon Valley for the AI coding company's success.
TikTok will now give you badges for limiting your doomscrolling
TikTok is adding new digital wellbeing tools like an affirmation journal, a background sound generator, and badges for using the app within limits
TikTok now lets you choose how much AI-generated content you want to see
With the new AI-generated content control, users who want to see less of this sort of content can dial things down, while those who enjoy it can choose to see more of it.
Emm raises $9M seed to create one of the worlds first smart menstrual cups
On Wednesday, Emm, based in the UK,announced a $9 million seed(6.8 million)round led by Lunar Ventures as it prepares to officially launch the smart menstrual cup in 2026.
Trump DOE gives Microsoft partner $1B loan to restart Three Mile Island reactor
Constellation Energy will use the loan to refurbish a reactor it idled in 2019. Microsoft has agreed to buy the power once the facility reopens in 2028.
Taking a page from Big Tech, legacy industries, and their U.S. peers, European tech companies are increasingly learning to lobby for themselves.
Tesla receives ride-hailing permit in Arizona in last required step to launch robotaxi service
The permit is the final regulatory step to launch a robotaxi service in Arizona, a state that has become a hub of autonomous vehicle technology testing and development.
Hugging Face CEO says were in an LLM bubble, not an AI bubble
Hugging Face co-founder and CEO Clem Delangue says all the attention is on LLMs, but smaller, specialized models will make sense in many use cases going forward.
AI data center provider Lambda raises whopping $1.5B after multibillion-dollar Microsoft deal
Lambda's new raise was a solid beat over the amount that deal-watchers say it was hoping to hit.
Meta wins antitrust trial as judge denies that its a monopoly
A federal judge ruled that Meta is not a monopoly in lawsuit with the FTC.
Monarch Tractor sued over tractors that were unable to operate autonomously
The lawsuit is the latest problem to crop up for the startup.
Toyota keeps betting on hybrid vehicles in the US
The investment follows an announcement last week that Toyota will spend up to $10 billion over the next five years in the United States.
Our funds are 20 years old: limited partners confront VCs liquidity crisis
Venture funds have longer timelines than anyone planned for, compelling LPs to rip up and rebuild their allocation models.
a16z leads $21M Series A into AI-native tax compliance software Sphere
Spherehelpsautomate registration,calculation, filing, and remittance obligations for companies.
Hank Greens Focus Friend is Google Plays app of the year
In a year that again saw AI assistants and tools climb the app store charts over and over, it's interesting to see a timer that helps you disconnect from your tech winning Google's highest app award.
Google launches Gemini 3 with new coding app and record benchmark scores
Google released Gemini 3, its latest and most advanced foundation model, to be made immediately available through the Gemini app and AI search interface.
Waymo removes safety drivers in Miami ahead of 2026 launch
Waymo said it will do the same in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando in the coming weeks -- the latest steps in the company's continued expansion across the U.S.
Agentio secures $40 million from Forerunner as it scales its creator marketplace beyond YouTube
Agentio, which matches creators with brands, is expanding beyond YouTube and testing Meta platforms to facilitate sponsored content.
Boops new app turns social recommendations into bookable itineraries
Instead of getting an AI-generated travel plan, Boop aims to give users access to itineraries from real people who went on real trips.
Stack Overflow is remaking itself into an AI data provider
Stack Overflow wants to remake its classic problem-solving forum into a tool for translating human expertise into an AI-accessible format.
Zap Energy ramps up the pressure in its latest fusion device
Zap Energy's Fuze-3 device has generated record plasma pressures for the startup's unique approach to fusion power.
TaylaCannon's Rebuildr receives $1.1 million investment from Slow Ventures
Cloudflare outage takes down X one month after Musk mocked AWS customers
The infrastructure service Cloudflare faced massive outages on Tuesday morning, cutting off access to ChatGPT, Claude, Spotify, X, and other platforms.
Intuit signs $100M+ deal with OpenAI to bring its apps to ChatGPT
Intuit said its tools, such as TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks and Mailchimp, will be accessible through ChatGPT, allowing users to ask questions and complete tasks such as estimating tax refunds, reviewing credit options, or managing business finances.
Roblox will require all users to perform age-checks to access chat from January
Starting Tuesday, users can voluntarily undergo the age-check process to secure access to communication features.
Databricksreportedly intalks to raisefunding at a $130B+ valuation
Databricks is said to be in talks to raise a new round of funding just a few months after its last fundraise, which valued the company at $100 billion.
Mastodon CEO steps down as the social network restructures
Eugen Rochko is stepping down as CEO of decentralized social network Mastodon. Felix Hlatky will now become the Executive Director as the company become structured as a nonprofit government by a board.
As consumers ditch Google for ChatGPT, Peec AI raises $21M to help brands adapt
With consumers increasingly asking questions to ChatGPT, not Google, product discovery is changing and the promise to give brands visibility and control over this fast-growing search channel has made Peec AI one of Europe's hottest startups.
Meta releases a new tool to protect reels creators from having their work stolen
The new Facebook content protection tool extends to Instagram too.
Ford turns to Amazon to give used cars sales a boost
Amazon Autos, which kicked off last year with Hyundai, initially started with new cars. The deal with Ford pushes it into used car territory.
Ramp hits $32B valuation, just three months after hitting $22.5B
In 2025 alone, Ramp hasleapt frombeing worth$13 billionto$32 billion with new rounds every few months.
Sequoia-backed fintech Aspora will let Indian diaspora pay bills back home
UK-based Aspora, which has focused on remittances, will let non-resident Indians pay bills back home.
Google rolls out its AI Flight Deals tool globally, adds new travel features in Search
To get started, users need to describe where, when, and how they want to travel. Flight Deals will then use AI to display the best bargains available.
DoorDash confirms data breach impacting users phone numbers and physical addresses
The delivery giant said no sensitive information was accessed, and did not specify the number of customers, delivery workers, and merchants who were impacted by the breach.
PowerLattice attracts investment from ex-Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger for its power saving chiplet
PowerLattice, a startup founded by veteran electrical engineers from Qualcomm, NUVIA, and Intel in 2023, claims to have developed a groundbreaking approach that reduces the power needs of computer chips by more than 50%.
Jeff Bezos reportedly returns to the trenches as co-CEO of new AI startup, Project Prometheus
Amazon's founder Jeff Bezos seems to be getting his hands dirty once again: the billionaire is partly backing a new AI startup called Project Prometheus that has raised $6.2 billion in funding, and will take on duties as co-chief executive.
Three-time founder Andrew Berman is back with a startup that helps IT ensure business users' AI agents operate securely.
Surveillance tech provider Protei was hacked, its data stolen and its website defaced
The defacement of Protei's website said another DPI/SORM provider bites the dust, apparently referring to the company selling its web intercept and surveillance products to phone and internet providers.
Bone AI raises $12M to challenge Asias defense giants with AI-powered robotics
Bone AI, a South Korean startup, is combining AI and manufacturing to build next-gen defense robotics and challenge the regions industry giants.
Sakana AI raises $135M Series B at a $2.65B valuation to continue building AI models for Japan
Sakana AI raised about $135M at a $2.65B post-money valuation in one of Japans largest fundraises this year.
Danish startup FlatPay joins the club of European fintech unicorns to track
Flatpays bet is that it can challenge larger players by charging small merchants a flat transaction rate to use its card terminals and point-of-sales systems.
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
Apple To Launch Its Third India Store Next Month: Report
iPhone maker Apple is set to expand its retail footprint in India with the launch of its third official store,
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
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 .
Zoomcars Loss Zooms 66% YoY To $4.2 Mn In June Quarter
Car rental marketplace Zoomcar saw another disappointing quarter in the three-months ended June 2025. The Nasdaq-listed company posted a net
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
