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The AI data center boom is colliding with cities scarred by big industry
National outcry against data center construction has spread to Philadelphia, where officials suggested possible construction in a neighborhood already impacted by a now-defunct oil refinery.
Meta now lets AI agents handle the boring parts of WhatsApp Business setup
A new WhatsApp Business MCP server lets developers use AI coding agents like Claude, Cursor, Codex, and ChatGPT to handle setup, messaging templates, testing, and troubleshooting.
The AI graveyard: a running list of projects and startups that didn
From Apple's repeatedly delayed Siri AI to OpenAI's messy super app launch, here's a look at the AI projects that shut down or missed expectations.
US data centers could consume more natural gas than Germany and Japan combined by 2035
The AI frenzy could push U.S. data centers to become one of the largest consumers of natural gas in the world.
SpaceX will try to put Starship in orbit for the first time on September 22
Elon Musk's company will also attempt to deploy the first V3 Starlink satellites into its orbital internet constellation.
AI agents now have a place to snitch
The AI Contact Hotline is designed to be a discreet place where agents that have witnessed misbehavior can tip off authorities.
Meta expands subscription push with new AI-focused plans
Meta One bundles expanded access to the companys AI tools with premium features across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Health benefits platform Thatch reaches $1B valuation as healthcare costs surge
Thatch helps employers keep healthcare costs manageable by offering an individual plan marketplace through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement a model that lets companies fund employees' own individual insurance plans instead of enrolling everyone in one company-wide plan.
Odisha to get 3,406 crore semiconductor facility for SiC devices
The proposed facility will expand advanced semiconductor manufacturing capacity while strengthening the States emerging technology-driven industrial ecosystem and exports
Leaks, data breaches, and ransom notes: The worst hacks of 2026 so far
From the massive DOGE data breach and the compromise of critical infrastructure to the hack of federal surveillance systems, here are the most damaging security incidents and data breaches of 2026 so far.
Nitter and XCancel are dead (again) after X
The privacy-friendly services for viewing X posts without an account have gone dark again after X's escalated legal action.
OpenAI, Anthropic, Google have been in talks on AI safety for weeks
OpenAI confirms weeks of AI safety talks with Anthropic and Google DeepMind, as Trump's team dismisses safety concerns and pushes to keep pace with China.
AI Startups To Watch: 5 Startups That Caught Our Eye In September
Indias AI story is moving beyond models, and the next quest is about how AI is being deployed, integrated into
AEO startup Profound hits unicorn valuation, raises $180M Series D 7 months after last round
Profound has raised a $180 million Series D at a $1.8 billion valuation, less than seven months after it raised a $96 million Series C.
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of 10 Lakh on ride unicorn Rapido for misleading advertisements,
Rebel Foods Cuts FY26 Loss By 16% To
Foodtech unicorn Rebel Foods managed to cut its net loss for the fiscal year FY26 by 16.3% to 281.8 Cr
Former TikTok execs built an app that uses AI to teach you how to pose for a photo
Essentially a camera app, Superpose analyzes selfies or photos and generates four potential poses using AI.
Discover how to take your startup from prototype to production at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Learn how to scale your startup breakthrough from prototype to production at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 with scaling leaders, Adrian Macneil (Foxglove), John Mackey (MBRYONICS), and Boris Sofman (Bedrock Robotics. Register before September 25 to save up to $200 on your pass.
India ends free ride for larger transactions on its ubiquitous digital payments network
India will impose a 0.4% merchant fee on certain payments made through UPI starting October 15.
Evvy raises $40M as it seeks to further women
Womens health company Evvy announced Tuesday a $40 million Series B led by Catalio Capital Management.
4 days left to exhibit at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Last day to exhibit at Disrupt is Sept 18. 4 days left. Get your startup in front of 10,000+ founders, investors, operators and tech leaders October 1315.
Spotify finally lets parents exclude kids
Parents can finally get the kids' music out of Spotify Wrapped and other personalized playlists.
New Italian unicorn Exein rides the physical AI wave
Italian startup Exein has raised a $270 million round of funding led by Headline at a $1.7 billion valuation.
Salesforce Koa is built on Nvidia's open-weight Nemotron model and is trained to do sales, marketing and customer-support tasks.
NODWIN Gaming Launches Sports Vertical, Ex-Adidas Executive Gurbaksh Virdi To Lead
IPO-bound NODWIN Gaming has launched NODWIN Sports, a mainstream sports vertical focused on developing sporting properties, mass-participation events, and commercial
ET Business Growth Summit, Jaipur: Entrepreneurs highlight new growth opportunities
The ET Business Growth Summit, Jaipur, concluded on a strong note, with industry leaders emphasising greater collaboration among businesses, policymakers, and institutions to unlock the regions growth potential.
Ports giant DP World redraws Hormuz logistics with truck bet
DP World also set up hybrid sea-and-road services for shipments from Asia and the US, also via Turkey.
Indias semiconductor push will need a new approach to water management: CN Water
Indias semiconductor push is creating a new demand for smarter, more reliable water infrastructure. CN Waters Shoeb Kurawadwala on localisation, water recovery, digitalisation and the challenge of managing the entire water cycle for fabs
Elon Musk's X Corp and SpaceXAI resolve antitrust lawsuit against Apple
The resolution ends a high-profile legal battle between Musk and one of the world's most valuable companies over control of the AI chatbot market, though the claims against OpenAI will continue
Apple expands iCloud+ in India with Apple TV and Apple Arcade, plans start at 75 per month
Apple is expanding iCloud+ in India by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra cost, with plans starting at 75 per month for 50GB storage. Subscribers will also get Apple Music Select and can share the plan with up to five family members. Apple is discontinuing standalone Apple TV and Apple Arcade subscriptions for new users in India, while Apple One will also stop accepting new subscribers.
Can you use an Apple Pencil with an iPhone?
If you have the right Apple Pencil and iPhone, you can use them together. But it won't be cheap, and there are some limitations to know.
Apple Asks Supreme Court to Throw Out App Store Contempt Ruling
Apple today filed its opening merits brief with the Supreme Court as it prepares to fight the contempt ruling that forced it to change its App Store rules. Apple is asking the Supreme Court to reverse or vacate the contempt order, which would return the App Store to its pre2025 rules. The Supreme Court filing is part of Apple's ongoing legal battle with Epic Games , which has gotten more and more complicated since it kicked off in 2020. Apple largely won the original ruling because it wasn't found to have violated antitrust law, but Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, the judge overseeing the case, ordered Apple to relax its anti-steering rules and let developers link to alternative purchase options in apps. Apple complied, but charged a 12 to 27 percent fee on link-outs, and few developers adopted the system. Epic went back to Gonzalez Rogers and said Apple violated her injunction, and she agreed. In April 2025, she found Apple in contempt of court and barred the company from collecting any fees on purchases made through links in the U.S. App Store. Apple changed its App Store rules to comply with the new ruling but appealed. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the contempt finding, and Apple appealed to the Supreme Court. Today's brief repeats Apple's main argument and asks the Supreme Court to decide whether a court can hold a party in civil contempt for violating the spirit of an injunction when the injunction does not address the conduct the contempt ruling is based on. The first injunction from Gonzalez Rogers had no mention of the fees Apple was or wasn't allowed to charge, but both the original contempt ruling and the court of appeals agreed Apple had violated the spirit of the injunction when it charged fees that were too high. Citing cases dating back to 1885, Apple argues the Ninth Circuit broke with precedent when it said Apple could be held in contempt for violating the spirit of an injunction. Apple says it cannot be held in contempt because there was no clear and unambiguous violation of the injunction's wording. Apple repeatedly points out the original injunction was just 75 words long. The Supreme Court is expected to hear the case in 2027. Epic Games will submit its response brief in November, and then Apple will be able to submit a reply brief. While Apple waits for the Supreme Court, it will be going back to district court for fee calculations that would be implemented if the higher court does not toss out the contempt ruling and resulting anti-steering order. Apple was ordered back to district court because the appeals court found the district court's total ban on commissions went too far, and sent it back to set a reasonable fee. Apple attempted to delay the proceedings but was unsuccessful. Tags: App Store , Epic Games , Epic Games vs. Apple , Apple Lawsuits This article, Apple Asks Supreme Court to Throw Out App Store Contempt Ruling first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells Trump
Though Elon Musk and Sam Altman have supported Dario Amodei's calls to slow the pace of AI development, Jensen Huang seems to feel differently.
Los Angeles home used by Apple, Google and Walmart for filming, listed for $3.245 million
New Apple TV, HomePod Mini, and More on Track to Launch This Year
The rumor that never ends: Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman today reiterated that new Apple TV and HomePod mini models with Siri AI support remain on track to launch this year. Other new products he expects this year: an all-new Apple home hub, an updated entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M6 chip, an iMac with an M6 chip, and an iPad mini with an OLED display. Apple often announces new products in October, so hopefully we can soon finally stop talking about the next Apple TV and HomePod mini, which have seemingly been coming soon for several years. Related Roundups: Apple TV , HomePod mini Tag: Mark Gurman Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy) , HomePod Mini (Don't Buy) Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater , HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology This article, New Apple TV, HomePod Mini, and More on Track to Launch This Year first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
OpenAI buys smartphone camera maker Glass Imaging for $300 million, report says
Glass Imaging was founded by a pair of former Apple engineers who previously led the team that developed Apple's Portrait Mode.
AI infrastructure company Cornelis raises $205M to chip away at Nvidia
The company also announced a product called Active Compute Fabric, a network technology that targets the fact that much GPU time is wasted waiting for data to arrive.
The latest iPhone update is chock-full of smart upgrades, with a big focus on improvements to Siri.
ET Business Growth Summit, Ahmedabad : Powering the Next Wave of MSME Growth
Improved Apple Demand Brings Relief to Kashmir Growers After Tough 2025 Season
SRINAGAR: Better demand for Kashmir apples in major markets across the country has brought smiles back to the faces of fruit growers, with quality produce fetching significantly better returns than last year and raising hopes of recovering at least part of the losses suffered during the previous season. Apple harvesting has picked up in low-lying []
xAI dismisses its Apple claims, with no terms disclosed and the OpenAI case still live
xAI and X Corp asked a Texas judge to dismiss their antitrust claims against Apple over the integration of ChatGPT into the iPhone, while keeping their monopolisation claims against OpenAI. The Digital Markets Act lists virtual assistants as a core platform service, no assistant has ever been designated, and the Commissions April review declined to [] This story continues at The Next Web
Waymo opens robotaxi service in Las Vegas
Las Vegas will be Waymo's 15th commercial robotaxi market.
Automattics board is out, days after its members voted to put chief executive Matt Mullenweg on leave, sources tell TechCrunch.
Apple Delays Two Key iOS 27 Features To Later Update
Apple has officially confirmed the release of iOS 27 for the public, but two prominent features previously previewed in developer betas have been removed from the initial launch build. Both tools will instead arrive in a future software update . This postponement applies across Apples broader ecosystem, extending equally to iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 . The first delayed functionality involves context-aware suggestions in Messages . Designed to streamline daily organization, the system analyzes text conversations to let users seamlessly generate entries in Reminders , Notes , or Calendar with a single tap. By interpreting situational cues from chats, the assistant was intended to reduce manual data entry across native productivity applications. The second delayed tool is automatic password changes within the dedicated Passwords app . First showcased during the softwares initial reveal, this security feature alerts individuals to weak or compromised credentials and resolves vulnerabilities autonomously. Powered by Apple Intelligence and integrated directly with Safari , the system is engineered to navigate supported websites and update account credentials without requiring step-by-step user input. Beta testers had already noticed the capability vanished in iOS 27 beta 5 , a change now formalized on Apples official product webpages. Apple has not provided an exact deployment window for either capability beyond stating that they will launch in subsequent iterations of the operating systems. Typically, features pulled late in beta cycles reappear in minor dot updates, such as an upcoming iOS 27.1 or iOS 27.2 release, once performance and reliability criteria are met. Despite these omissions, the debut of iOS 27 delivers the core operating system enhancements previewed earlier in the year. The platform broadens the integration of on-device intelligence , refines system navigation, and updates core services across compatible hardware. Users waiting specifically for automated security workflows and conversational context actions will need to await future patches as development continues. Apple Delays Two Key iOS 27 Features To Later Update , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Only at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: What happens when OpenAI ships your roadmap?
If you're building an AI company, the question isn't whether foundation models will continue to evolve. It's whether your company will continue creating value as they do. Don't miss this interactive session on the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.
Superhuman acquires YC-backed notetaker Fathom as productivity platforms push for agentic work
Fathom said that it has over 400,000 monthly active users.
Google Picks Four Indian Startups As Part Of AI For The Planet Accelerator
Tech giant Google has picked four Indian startups as part of its debut AI focused accelerator Google DeepMind Accelerator: AI
War in the Middle East is making clothes more expensive
The ongoing conflict in Iran is causing significant disruptions in global apparel supply chains.
Maersk plans to expand fleet as CEO sees new era for shipping
In light of shifting shipping economics, Maersk is set to expand its container fleet, embracing market volatility as a path to increased profits.
Eternal, the parent company of Zomato and Blinkit, has gained 45.36% in six months, while 430 actively managed mutual fund schemes held the stock in July 2026. HDFC Consumption Fund had the highest allocation at 10.7%, followed by several schemes with more than 8% exposure.
Larry Ellison cancels $7.5 billion sale of Oracle stock
Oracle had previously disclosed that Ellison planned to sell 50 million shares worth around $7.5 billion.
The 9 buzziest startups from Y Combinator
From floating reactors to brain chips: VCs picked their favorite YC startups from the summer batch.
Obama urges Democrats to have a
Obama recently said that Democrats need to make artificial intelligence one of their central agendas and have a very clear plan to address concerns around the technologys economic impact and safety.
TechCrunch Mobility: Lyft has entered the robotaxi chat
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation, and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Zomato Introduces Cash On Delivery Charges, Adds Minimum Of Rs 5 To Customer Bills
The new charge, shown as a Pay on Delivery Fee in the order bill, applies when customers choose to pay for their food order in cash at delivery.
Charting the global economy: Oil surge fans global inflation
In the US, hotter-than-expected consumer inflation and the biggest monthly increase in producer prices since May bolstered the case for a Federal Reserve rate hike next week.
PM Modi Bats For A Cross-Border Corridor For BRICS Startups
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has urged the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) nations to set up
Anthropic CEO outlines plan to
What would it actually look like to pace the frontier?
Revolut confirms customer data breach through fake government requests
Revolut said it notified affected customers and alerted the relevant government agency, law enforcement, and financial regulators.
ESDS Soars 92% To Lead New-Age Tech Stocks This Week, MDR Hopes Lift Fintechs
New-age tech stocks delivered a mixed performance this week as weakness in the broader equity market kept investor sentiment cautious.
Zomato Starts Charging Extra Fee on Cash-on-Delivery Orders
The new charge, shown as a Pay on Delivery Fee in the order bill, applies when customers choose to pay for their food order in cash at delivery. The amount is not uniform across orders, with different charges appearing for different transaction values.
Zomato starts charging up to Rs 20 fee for cash on delivery orders
Zomato has introduced a cash on delivery fee ranging from Rs 5 to Rs 20 to monetise payment methods amid rising competition.
Zomato Introduces Additional Charges for Cash on Delivery Orders
Zomato now charges customers an extra fee of 5 to 20 for cash on delivery orders, amid growing competition in the food delivery market. Zomato Introduces Additional Charges for Cash on Delivery Orders
Startup funding activity rebounded back sharply in the second week of September. Between September 7 and September 11, Indian startups
UPI's AI protocol temporarily on hold as NPCI builds safeguards
The focus is on user protection, mapping actual risks from potential liabilities when agents go rogue, and governance standards around evolving technologies like these
EaseMyTrip Cofounder Nishant Pitti Pledges Shares Worth
EaseMyTrip cofounder and chairman Nishant Pitti has pledged 34.51 Cr shares of the online travel aggregator, worth 211.9 Cr, to
ESDS Touches Upper Circuit Again, Now Up 306% From IPO Price
ESDS Software Solution extended its post-listing surge into a sixth consecutive trading session today, with its shares touching the upper
Exclusive: Ultraviolette To Raise
Electric two-wheeler (E2W) maker Ultraviolette Automotive is set to raise an additional 373.04 Cr as part of its ongoing Series
RentoMojo IPO Subscription Hits 17.18X On Final Day, NIIs Lead Demand
Online furniture and appliance rental platform RentoMojos IPO was subscribed 17.18X by 13:27 IST on the final day of bidding
Vingroup Rises Nearly 500 Places to Rank Among the World
Vingroup has been ranked 340th in TIMEs Worlds Best Companies 2026, placing the Group among the worlds Top 400 companies. Compared with 2025, Vingroup has risen nearly 500 places and remains the only Vietnamese company to be recognized on the prestigious ranking. The Worlds Best Companies 2026 ranking is jointly conducted by TIME, a [] The post Vingroup Rises Nearly 500 Places to Rank Among the Worlds Top 350 Companies appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
PhonePe Shuts Down Engineering Office In The US: Report
Fintech major PhonePe has reportedly shut down its engineering office in the US, winding down a four year-old team. Sources
GFF 2026: Fintech-AI Partnerships Take The Centre Stage On Day 2
After a plethora of new product launches and innovation showcases on day one, the second day of the Global Fintech
VinFast Plans Two India-Specific EVs In Strategic Reset: Report
Weeks after suspending production of select cars in India, Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is now reportedly eyeing the development of
Another Day, Another Upper Circuit: ESDS Now Up 269% From IPO Price
The seemingly unstoppable rally in ESDS Software Solution continued today, with the stock hitting the upper circuit for the fifth
D2C Fashion Startup Theater Bags
D2C fashion and accessories startup Theater has raised 75 Cr (around $7.8 Mn) in a Series A funding round led
GFF 2026 Highlights, The Estate Planning Question
Global Fintech Fest 2026 Kicks Off Indian startups basked in the spotlight as the Global Fintech Festival 2026 kicked off
Apple Unveils First Foldable iPhone Duo, Priced
Smartphone maker Apple yesterday unveiled its first foldable smartphone, called iPhone Duo, at its flagship Surprise and Shine event in
Auditors Flag Second Suspected Employee Fraud At Ola Electric Arm
Ola Electrics FY26 annual report disclosed another suspected employee fraud at its wholly owned subsidiary Ola Electric Technologies Pvt Ltd
GFF 2026: NPCI Launches Instant Card-Issuing ATMs, Deepens AI Push
At the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai, UPI operator NPCI announced a series of digital infrastructure initiatives to
UIDAI Launches SDK, Sandbox To Ease Aadhaar Face Authentication
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) today launched Face Auth SDK & Sandbox, a set of software tools and
PhonePe, Visa Partner For Cardless Payments In India, 14 Overseas Markets
Walmart-backed fintech major PhonePe has partnered with global card network Visa to launch three cardless payment solutions for consumers and
PwC India Announces Strategic Alliance With Claroty for OT and Connected Environment Cybersecurity
Hangover by Saachi Unveils Its New Collection, Reimagining Occasion Wear for a New Generation
Business Wire India Hangover by Saachi, the contemporary occasion-wear label founded by young entrepreneur Saachi Pasari, announces the launch of its latest collection an edit that captures the brand at its most confident yet. Bringing together sculptural silhouettes, intricate Indian hand-embroidery and a rich, understated colour palette, the new collection is designed to make [] The post Hangover by Saachi Unveils Its New Collection, Reimagining Occasion Wear for a New Generation appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
FIU Issues Notices To 15 Crypto Platforms, Initiates Takedown
The Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) has issued notices to 15 offshore virtual digital asset (VDA) service providers for non-compliance with
Advanced Robotic Surgery Offers New Lease on Life to Patient Battling Crohn
Imagine spending 15 years managing a disease that never really lets you rest pain, infections, and uncertainty becoming the background noise of everyday life. That was the reality for Rajesh (name changed), a man in his late 30s, living with Crohn's disease since his early twenties. Then came the final blow: his bowel had [] The post Advanced Robotic Surgery Offers New Lease on Life to Patient Battling Crohn's Disease for 15 Years appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
PM Modi Urges Fintechs To Step Up Cybersecurity, Consumer Protection
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has urged Indian fintech startups to further strengthen cybersecurity and consumer protection as the sector
Whatfix Cofounder Vara Kumar Namburu Takes Over As CEO
SaaS soonicorn Whatfix has appointed its cofounder Vara Kumar Namburu as chief executive, shortly after the unfortunate passing of cofounder
Business Wire India Recognised as MVT Facilitator of the Year and Most Transformative Medical Value Travel Company of the Year at Bharat Healths Sanjeevani 2026 With operations across 18+ countries and patients assisted from 50+ nationalities, Shinon is strengthening Indias role in global healthcare delivery Shinon Healthcare, Indias trusted medical-assistance and healthcare consultancy, has been [] The post Shinon Healthcare Receives Honors at Sanjeevani 2026 for Medical Value Travel Leadership, Advancing the Heal in India Vision appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Circolife Raises $4.5 Mn To Scale Subscription-Based Air Conditioning
Climatetech startup Circolife has netted $4.5 Mn (around 40.45 Cr) in a pre-Series A round led by Polycab Indias joint
International School of French Baking
Business Wire India Founded by Yash and Anishkaa Malpani, ISFBPis created to bring the breadth, technical depth and professional discipline of international French baking education to aspiring bakers in India. For Yash and Anishkaa Malpani, the idea for the International School of French Baking & Ptisserie did not begin in a classroom. It began [] The post International School of French Baking & Ptisserie Opens in Pune, Bringing International-Standard Baking Education to India appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
