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Trump administration might not fight state AI regulations after all
A Trump administration order targeting state-level AI regulation is reportedly on hold.
Waymo gets regulatory approval to expand across Bay Area and Southern California
Waymo continues to expand its reach, with the robotaxi company posting Friday that its now officially authorized to drive fully autonomously across more of the Golden State.
Meta wants to get into the electricity trading business
In order to accelerate the construction of new power plants needed to provide energy for its data centers, Meta is looking to get into the business of trading electricity.
Byjus founder to appeal U.S. court order to pay over $1B in bankruptcy case
A U.S. bankruptcy court has ordered Byju's founder Byju Raveendran to pay over $1.07 billion in a case over missing company funds.
Why now is the best time to invest in climate tech
Global expectations around climate change has shifted dramatically in the last decade, suggesting that similarly significant changes are on the horizon.
Pews latest social media report shows Xs staying power in the U.S., despite competition
X is still used by 21% of U.S. adults, Pew found, only down from 23% in 2021, despite increased competition from Meta, startups, and decentralized social media.
The hottest AI wearables and gadgets you can buy right now
We compiled all the hottest AI wearables currently available, including Bee, Friend, Plaud, and more.
CrowdStrike fires suspicious insider who passed information to hackers
Cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike denied it had been hacked following claims from a hacker group, which leaked screenshots from inside CrowdStrike's network.
Google says hackers stole data from 200 companies following Gainsight breach
Notorious hacking collective Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters takes credit for the breach that affected Salesforce customers data, and said it is planning another extortion campaign.
X begins rolling out the About this account feature to users profiles
The feature will show where users are based, how they're connected to X, and how many times they've changed their username.
Impersonators are (still) targeting companies with fake TechCrunch outreach
Fraudsters are impersonating TechCrunch reporters and event leads, and reaching out to companies. Here's what we're doing about it, and what you can look out for.
Phictlys new app brings people together over their favorite books and TV shows
Phictly helps fans find niche clubs for their favorite books, shows, and movies, offering intimate, spoiler-safe communities with flexible pacing and tracker tools.
Trump Energy department drops renewables, promotes fusion in office reshuffle
The revamped organizational structure cut at least one office authorized by Congress, which could spur legal challenges.
SpaceXs upgraded Starship suffers explosion during testing
It may not have been a massive fireball, but SpaceX now has more work to do before it can kick off this next-generation version of Starship.
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.
Letterboxd to launch new movie rental feature in December
Letterboxd is entering the movie rental business with a new digital video store that allows users to rent titles directly on the platform.
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.
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.
Waymo enters 3 more cities: Minneapolis, New Orleans and Tampa
The new cities will see Waymo tackle harsh winter weather and narrow streets.
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.
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.
Spotify acquires music database WhoSampled
WhoSampled offers an extensive database of songs, samples, covers, remixes, artists, and more. According to its website, it's now tracking more than 1.2 million songs and nearly 622,000 samples. That data is powering Spotify's latest features, like its upcoming music discovery tool SongDNA.
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.
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.
Onepot AI raises $13M to help make chemical drug creation easier
Onepot AI is a a company that is home to the small-molecule synthesis lab POT-1.
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.
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.
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,
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 .
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
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.
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 .
New Delhi, Delhi, India | 13thAugust 2025: As India advances towards its goal of becoming the worlds largest economy by 2047, Union Minister of State for Social Justice & Empowerment Ramdas Athawale emphasized that the nations progress hinges on empowering farmers and adopting sustainable agriculture practices. Speaking at the 2nd Sustainable Agriculture Summit & Awards [] The post Indias Path to Viksit Bharat 2047: Sustainable Agriculture and Farmer-Centric Growth Take Centre Stage at National Summit appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India | 13thAugust 2025: Business Core Solutions (BCS), a leading Chennai-based enterprise technology innovator, has officially launched Agentic isAI, an industry-first autonomous AI platform that is set to redefine enterprise automation. Designed to operate without prompts, coding, or training data, this groundbreaking platform empowers organizations to streamline operations, minimize downtime, and automate [] The post Business Core Solutions Launches Agentic isAI: A Revolutionary Autonomous AI Platform for Enterprise Automation appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
[Update] BlueStone IPO: Issue Closes With 2.7X Oversubscription
Update | August 13, 19:11 IST The IPO of BlueStone closed with an oversubscription of 2.7X, with investors bidding for
Metaforms Bags $9 Mn From Peak XV, Others To Automate Research Process For Agencies
B2B AI market research startup Metaforms has raised $9 Mn (around INR 78.8 Cr) in its Series A funding round
Bengaluru Techie Arrested In $44 Mn CoinDCX Crypto Heist
Investigation into CoinDCXs $44 Mn (nearly INR 380 Cr) crypto heist has led to a breakthrough with Bengaluru Police reportedly
Google To Invest $6 Bn To Build Data Centre In Andhra Pradesh
Big tech giant Googles parent Alphabet is reportedly planning to invest $6 Bn to build a 1 gigawatt (GW) data
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | 30thJuly 2025: In a powerful move towards environmental sustainability, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., through its CSR initiative Bottles for Change, has partnered with Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Maharashtras oldest and largest national park. This collaboration aims to integrate responsible plastic waste management and community participation within the eco-sensitive reserve, reinforcing the [] The post Bisleri International Partners with Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve to Drive Plastic Waste Management and Wildlife Conservation appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India | 30thJuly 2025: In a landmark move towards sustainable agriculture and animal welfare, India has inaugurated its first state-of-the-art cage-free poultry training facility in Trichy, Tamil Nadu. This cutting-edge centre is designed to promote ethical poultry farming, rural entrepreneurship, and climate-resilient food systems. The facility was established through a unique collaboration [] The post India Opens First Cage-Free Poultry Training Centre in Trichy to Advance Humane and Sustainable Farming appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
New Delhi, Delhi, India | 30thJuly 2025: Rodic Consultants, a pioneer in engineering and digital infrastructure consulting, has announced the launch of Rodic Advisory & Technology, a new strategic vertical focused on enabling data-driven governance, infrastructure strategy, and public policy transformation in India. This new division aims to reshape how public institutions plan, monitor, and [] The post Rodic Consultants Launches Rodic Advisory & Technology to Lead Data-Driven Governance and Infrastructure Policy in India appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
SEBI Upholds Security Market Ban On Gensols Jaggi Brothers
About three months after issuing an interim order in the case of alleged financial misappropriation by promoters of Gensol Engineering
Vahan.ai Bags Strategic Investment From Temaseks LemmaTree, Buys L.earn
AI recruitment platform for blue-collar workers Vahan.ai has bagged a strategic investment from Temasek-founded investment firm LemmaTree. Alongside this transaction,
Edtech Startup SpeakX To Raise $11 Mn From Elevation, WestBridge & Others
AI-based edtech startup SpeakX (erstwhile Yellow Class) is set to raise $11 Mn (around INR 96 Cr) in its Pre-Series
Todays consumers view quality-tested generics as reliable and effective alternatives to branded medications, says Sujit Paul, Group CEO, Zota Healthcare.
Vedantu Charts A Comeback, Cracking The Egg Code & More
Vedantu Charts A Comeback Vedantu appears to have pulled off a remarkable turnaround. A far cry from piling massive losses
Zaggle To Acquire Rio.Money To Enter Consumer Credit Card Market
Fintech SaaS major Zaggle is acquiring fintech startup Rio.Money for INR 22 Cr to enter the consumer credit card market.
Fintech Startup Funding Zooms 60% YoY To $1.6 Bn In H1 2025
Emerging from the throes of the funding winter, Indian startups are on the mend. Funding numbers are improving, the growth-at-all-cost
Exclusive: Eduvanz Cofounder Raheel Shah Quits
Raheel Shah, the cofounder and chief business officer of education-focused non-banking financial company (NBFC) Eduvanz, has stepped down from his
LegaXy and M3M Foundation launch Pickle Pros to promote pickleball in India
LegaXy and M3M Foundation have launched Pickle Pros, a nationwide initiative to popularize pickleball in India, starting with Delhi NCR. The program includes infrastructure development, training camps, and tournaments to engage diverse age groups.
