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AI execs may be too out of touch to build for the general public
Tech leaders are flaunting how out of touch they are when they brag about using AI to connect with their families.
Trump DOE loans $5B to nuclear plants that will power data centers
Constellation Energy will get $5 billion in government loans to modernize nuclear reactors. Most of the new capacity is already committed to Google, Amazon, and Meta.
Voice AI in vogue: Nvidia releases new open transcription model
Nvidia just released a free speech-to-text model that can transcribe up to 40 languages, but it only works on recordings, not live audio, so its a big step for meeting and medical transcription tools while still leaving real-time use to rivals like ElevenLabs.
Exclusive: Holiday Tribe In Talks To Raise
Traveltech startup Holiday Tribe is in talks to raise around 50 Cr (about $5.2 Mn) in a fresh funding round,
Amazon debuts the Alexa Photo Frame and Echo Time smart clock, plus other upgraded devices
Amazon's other new devices include an upgraded Echo Dot, an Echo Studio with visual intelligence features, and the Echo Show 16.
TikTok expands into restaurant guides with
The move puts TikTok in more direct competition with platforms like Yelp and Google.
Meta has a new AI pet app called Waddle World
Meta has launched a new app called Waddle World, which essentially looks like a Tamagotchi clone, but with AI.
Free Fire returns to India as Garena launches localized version four years after ban
Free Fire India was originally set to launch in September 2023, but Garena postponed its release.
Kodiak lands first commercial deal to supply driverless trucks for public highways
The deal with DTL Transport puts it on a path to become an an asset-light tech supplier, rather than owner and operator.
7 days until TechCrunch Founder Summit: Save up to $100 on your pass before doors open
In just 7 days, TechCrunch Founder Summit takes over Bostons SoWa Power Station on November 4. Your chance to save up to $100 on tickets is running out, and the opportunity to learn and connect directly with experienced founders, investors, and startup leaders is almost here.
Blue Dart launches International Parcel Connect for SMEs, D2Cs
This service will enable e-commerce, D2C brands, and SMEs to connect with global customers. With options that cater to both premium and budget-conscious shipping needs, it accommodates parcels from 50 g to 11 kg, ensuring enhanced tracking.
Jio shares surge 21% in market debut after blockbuster India IPO
Jio has debuted as India's second-most valuable listed company, behind its parent, Reliance Industries.
CAIT, NASSCOM sign pact to train traders across India in AI, cyber security, digital marketing
The pact, signed under Tech Connect for Traders and MSMEs Accelerating Digital Transformation, was witnessed by Minister of State for Electronics and IT Jitin Prasada
The Festive Margin Crush, WeWork India
Festive Rush Comes At A Cost Indias ecommerce sellers are heading into the festive rush with a growing cost burden.
VCs will make billions on Anthropic
Massive note conversions reveal the true extent of Amazon's ownership in Anthropic.
Parents sue OpenAI, alleging GPT-4o coached their daughter off seizure medication
A family is suing OpenAI, saying ChatGPT coached their daughter to quietly taper off her seizure medication and keep it from her doctors before she died in February.
The data center boom has an upside: innovation for the US grid
As the AI boom stresses the existing power grid, all sorts of new opportunities for grid modernization are also emerging as a result, industry insiders say.
Guidewire buys Hyperexponential for $1.7B in cash
Software company Guidewire announced Tuesday that it was buying UK agentic underwriting startup Hyperexponential for $1.7 billion in cash.
A whole crop of venture capital firms are raising significant new funds.
GM eschewed hybrids in favor of battery-electric vehicles. Now it's gearing up to offer hybrid versions of its SUVs.
Bank of America kindly asks that you don
The banking giant reminds customers that you're responsible for activity resulting from your AI agents' access.
Disruptive raises $10B fund to make big bets on at least 10 companies
Disruptive has made headlines in recent years for pouring money into companies like chip startup Groq and the AI voice-generation startup ElevenLabs.
Frontier AI labs say their models refuted the Exponential Time Hypothesis. What does that mean?
TechCrunch spoke to the MIT computer scientist charged with explaining OpenAI's latest mind-bending discovery
Meta AI director Rohit Patel leaves to take on Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Rohit Patel is departing Meta after eight years working on AI evaluations and reinforcement learning, TechCrunch has exclusively learned. His startup, Ndoc, aims to take on Microsoft Office Suite.
Ford Fathom will be the cheapest American EV capable of powering a house
Ford is rolling out two new chargers capable of powering a home or the grid so-called V2X capability.
US government says hackers are now exploiting critical PHP web bugs
The U.S. government cyber agency warns that hackers have figured out a way to exploit the popular PHP software, used in 70% of the web's software.
Bengaluru-based Nova Spectral AI has raised 21.2 Cr ($2.3 Mn) in a seed funding round led by Shastra VC, with
Apple unveils new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip
The new MacBook Pro comes with 24 hours of battery life, and now features support for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 connectivity.
Apple rolls out iOS 27.2 with new Siri AI languages and security fixes
The latest Apple software update for iPhones and iPads includes new features and important security updates.
Nvidia backs Indian startup helping companies run AI models with fewer GPUs
Simplismart says its annualized revenue run rate has grown 14-fold in six months, with the U.S. accounting for more than half its revenue.
Aleph Appoints Digital Commerce Leader Medhavi Singh as Country Head to Accelerate India
Business Wire India Aleph, a global leader accelerating digital advertising and fintech solutions across more than 130 high-growth markets, today announced the appointment of Medhavi Singh as its new Country Head for India. The appointment signals Alephs commitment to Indias digital economy, a market it sees as pivotal to the pace of digital growth right [] The post Aleph Appoints Digital Commerce Leader Medhavi Singh as Country Head to Accelerate Indias Next Phase of Growth appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Luxury Watch Brand Rotoris Raises $8.5 Mn To Grow Retail Footprint
Luxury watch brand Rotoris has raised $8.5 Mn (80.9 Cr) in a Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures.
Cent Raises $15 Mn To Scale AI-Led Preventive Healthcare Platform
Healthtech startup Cent, launched by Practo cofounder Shashank ND earlier this year, announced the raise of $15 Mn (about 143
Ministry Of Defence Partners With Sarvam To Drive AI Adoption For Armed Forces
Sarvam has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to advance AI adoption across Indian
X is nudging users to promote their posts with a pointing hand, and people are confused
Whose hand is behind this travesty?
Ather Cracks Profitability In Q2, But Can It Sustain The Momentum?
Q2 FY27 marked a major milestone for Ather Energy as the listed electric vehicle (EV) major turned profitable for the
India hosts CIML meet for first time; Khare pushes for globally harmonised measurement norms
India is hosting the 61st meeting of the International Committee of Legal Metrology, which focuses on global measurement standards. Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare highlighted the importance of accurate measurements for fair trade and consumer confidence.
The grease hunters of Bengaluru want Leftover fryer oil to fuel Indias Jets
Bengaluru has become a hub for innovative biofuel initiatives as collectors harvest old cooking oil from restaurants for energy production. With Indias substantial reliance on imported crude oil, the drive to tap into domestic energy sources grows stronger. Major oil enterprises are setting lofty targets for integrating sustainable aviation fuel and biodiesel into their operations.
Ather Turns Profitable, Paytm Q2 PAT Rockets
Athers Profit Milestone Meets A Manufacturing Crunch Electric two-wheeler maker Ather Energy turned its maiden profit in Q2 FY27, and
How OpenAI turned its coding tools into dots, an always-on personal assistant
Alexander Embiricos, the OpenAI executive responsible for dots, never wants to have a meeting with someone else's AI agent.
An AI model said it wouldnt use any tools, then tried to send something to a server in Beijing anyway, and while researchers say its probably a training quirk and not espionage, the whole thing has people asking how much to trust free Chinese AI.
Databricks co-founder shares his secrets for winning big enterprises customers
Turns out selling to big companies isnt about having the shiniest tech: its about hitching a ride on a giants sales team.
After years in which every social platform (even LinkedIn!) aggressively pursued short-form video, this is a notable shift in strategy for Instagram.
Uh oh, it sounds like the iPhone Duo keeps cracking and users aren
A small number of early adopters of the much hyped new foldable phone from Apple have complained of screens cracking.
Fusion startups are giving the government shares in exchange for awards. Is it worth it?
Fusion startups face a new challenge, one unrelated to plasma physics: Give the government shares in exchange for funding awards or go it alone?
SpaceX locks in $40B GPU financing deal with Apollo
SpaceX has locked in a binding commitment for roughly $40 billion in financing to pay for AI chips and related data center equipment, the company disclosed in a regulatory filing Monday. In a statement, SpaceX called it the largest committed GPU financing ever.
Microsoft offers buyouts to around 60,000 employees, reports say
The buyout offers mark Microsoft's latest efforts to cut costs and rework its workforce.
Paytm Q2 Profit Skyrockets Over 10X YoY To
Fintech major Paytms profit for the September quarter surged to 225 Cr, 10.7X from 21 Cr in the year-ago quarter.
Tata Communications To Pour Up To $450 Mn In Build AI Connectivity Infrastructure
Tata Communications plans to invest $400-450 Mn (around 4,350 Cr) to build 10,000 km of AI-ready connectivity infrastructure across India
Anthropic officially files for its public debut
Anthropic has officially filed for an IPO, revealing soaring revenue, mounting losses, major enterprise adoption, and an unusual governance structure designed to preserve founder control and its AI safety mission.
Exclusive: axiTrust To Raise $5 Mn From Argor.vc, Others
Fintech startup axiTrust is in talks to raise around $5 Mn in fresh capital in its Series A funding round,
Apple unveils new iPad mini with OLED display and faster A20 Pro chip
The new iPad mini features a thinner and lighter design than its predecessor.
Matiks raises $10M to expand its math and puzzle gaming platform
Matiks has introduced a new platform for users to create games using AI.
Veefin H1 FY27 Profit Jumps 2.3X YoY To
BSE SME-listed fintech SaaS company Veefin Solutions reported a 127% rise in its consolidated net profit to 24.9 Cr in
Ather Turns Profitable In Q2, Posts
EV maker maker Ather Energy turned profitable in the September quarter of FY27, reporting a consolidated net profit of 1.3
ET Business Growth Summit in Nagpur highlighted land shortages, financing constraints, and rising energy costs as major challenges.
L Catterton Backs InMobi-Backed Glance To Expand Its AI Shopping Business In US
Consumer-focused investment firm L Catterton has made a strategic investment in InMobi-backed AI shopping platform Glance to support its expansion,
Is India a shadow transshipment hub? The data says otherwise
Between 2014 and 2024, Indias goods exports to the US grew 1.86 times, while US exports to India grew 1.94 times. A rising two-way relationship, with Indias global exports also up 1.36-fold, is hard to square with a mere pass-through story tailored to one market.
Rising global demand, lower price of Indian rice than competitors to boost exports: IREF
In the first six months of the fiscal year, India experienced a remarkable 13 percent boost in rice exports. The Indian Rice Exporters Federation predicts further growth fueled by strong worldwide demand and pricing advantages over rivals.
The best apps for tracking your reading and discovering new books
There are numerous apps on the market that promise to do just that, so weve compiled a list of some of the best ones to help you pick the right one for you.
Grok releases the first seven minutes of its AI-generated
The footage looks okay, as long as you're not seeking artistry, inspiration, or human interest.
The hottest AI wearables and gadgets you should know about
We compiled a list of all the hottest AI wearables, including Muse Charm, Bee, Friend, Plaud, and more.
Charting the global economy: Euro area business activity cools
The euro areas private sector slowed more than expected in October, weighed down by France as the regions No. 2 economy grapples with fiscal and political tensions.
Myntra Slips Into The Red In FY26, Reports
Fashion ecommerce platform Myntra reported a net loss of 581.8 Cr in the financial year ended March 31, 2026 (FY26),
From Even Health To The Pant Project
Indian startup funding activity slowed down in the third week of October, with 17 startups raising over $184 Mn. This
Festive Sales See Shoppers Log In, But Hold Back On Big-Ticket Purchases
The festive season, usually a time to splurge, is telling a different story this year. A smaller number of card
[Update] Jio Platforms IPO Subscribed 22.19X On Final Day, QIB Portion Booked 70.55X
Update | October 23, 2026, 19:45 IST Reliance Industries digital services arm Jio Platforms 30,213 Cr IPO was subscribed 22.19X
Diwali 2026: Plan Festive Shopping with Bajaj Finance Personal Loan
As Diwali 2026 approaches, households across India are preparing for festive shopping, home improvements, gifts and family celebrations. Managing these expenses alongside regular monthly commitments can require careful financial planning. Bajaj Finance Personal Loan offers a way to fund eligible planned and urgent expenses through a collateral-free loan with flexible repayment options. Bajaj Finance [] The post Diwali 2026: Plan Festive Shopping with Bajaj Finance Personal Loan appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Taste Wins: 28 BLACK Spotlights Bharat
Business Wire India Newly launched in India, premium German energy drink 28 BLACK showcased its range at India Food Forum (IFF) 2026 in Mumbai. Strong interest from retailers, distributors, and industry leaders signalled demand for premium, lifestyle-driven beverages. At the forum, Daniel Geuther, CEO of Yinbev Beverages India Pvt. Ltd., 28 BLACKs exclusive importer in [] The post Taste Wins: 28 BLACK Spotlights Bharats Growth Story at India Food Forum 2026 appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Japanese-Themed Dining Chain Harajuku Tokyo Caf
Japanese-themed dining chain Harajuku Tokyo Cafe has raised $3 Mn (around 28 Cr) in a pre-Series A funding round led
Eternal shares defy market fall after Q2 results; brokerages remain bullish
The net profit of Eternal for the second quarter of financial year 2026-27 (Q2FY27) rose 92 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to 125 crore, compared to 65 crore in Q2FY26.
Can AI keep your secrets safe? Eternal's dark.ai to offer encrypted chats
Eternal founder Deepinder Goyal plans to launch dark.ai, a privacy-focused AI assistant for founders, researchers, businesses and governments, globally by the end of 2026
Stocks to watch: BEL, Swiggy, Eternal, IHCL, PC Jeweller, RBL Bank, SRF
Stocks to watch today: BEL, Swiggy, Eternal, IHCL, PC Jeweller, RBL Bank, SRF, Nestle India, Zydus Wellness, Persistent Systems, Adani Green Energy, Aye Finance, among others, will be in focus today
Inside Critical PHP Vulnerabilities That Have 70% Of The Internet At Risk
A pair of critical vulnerabilities in PHP, the open-source programming language that powers much of the modern web, has forced
Nutanix Founder Ajeet Singh Floats New AI Martech Startup Different
Serial entrepreneur Ajeet Singh, who previously cofounded unicorns such as Nutanix and ThoughtSpot, has announced the launch of his third
Eternal to launch privacy-focused Dark.ai, global launch this year
Blinkit and Zomato sit in the low-risk zone against the threat of agentic commerce, says Deepinder Goyal
Eternal Q2 net profit up 92%, revenue up 77%
Blinkit, its quick-commerce arm, is expected to cross the 3,500-mark in terms of the number of dark stores by March 2027. It aims to take it to 5,000 by March 2028.
Eternal Q2FY27 net profit jumps 92% to 125 crore, revenue rises 78%
Eternal's revenue rose 77.6% to Rs 24,138 crore in Q2FY27, while consolidated adjusted Ebitda surged 197% as Zomato and Blinkit recorded strong growth
Eternal plans global launch of privacy-focused AI platform Dark.AI in 2026
Eternal founder Deepinder Goyal says Dark.AI will offer encrypted conversations and user-controlled memory, while AI agents pose limited risks to Zomato and Blinkit
Eternal plans to launch privacy-focused AI assistant dark.ai this year
Goyal shared the update in a letter to shareholders after Eternal released its Q2 results for the July-Sept quarter
Eternal Q2 profit jumps 92% to 125 crore but falls short of estimates
Eternal's Q2 net profit surged 92.3% to 1.25 billion but missed analyst estimates of 2.71 billion as rising costs weighed, even as revenue jumped 77.6% on strong Blinkit growth.
Aye Finance Q2: Profit Surges 151% YoY To
Listed NBFC Aye Finances net profit for the September quarter surged 151% to 86.7 Cr from 34.5 Cr in the
India-New Zealand trade pact: INZCCI calls on companies to turn market access into opportunity
This agreement opens new doors for trade, investment, and partnerships, especially benefitting small and medium-sized enterprises. Companies are urged to seek pertinent information and ask crucial questions to thrive.
Global sugar market supply deficit to grow sharply, analyst says
Major sugar-producing regions, including Brazil, India, and the European Union, struggle with adverse weather impacts from El Nio. Brazil's sugar production is significantly lower due to excessive rainfall affecting harvests at critical times.
10 held for running fake Apple call centre targeting US citizens
Listed coworking space provider IndiQube Spaces board has approved an investment of up to 35 Cr in SaiEdge Realty to
Update | October 19, 2026 20:35 IST B2B manufacturing company Zetwerks 5,012.3 Cr IPO was oversubscribed 3.06X at the end
Curefoods Pilots Budget Food Delivery App MegaBite
In a bid to expand into the budget food delivery segment, cloud kitchen operator Curefoods has begun piloting a new
Sony India today announced the launch of BRAVIA 9II, the newest addition to its premium BRAVIA television lineup and the Sony's flagship True RGB television for 2026. Building on the success of the recently launched BRAVIA 7II, which introduced Sony's next-generation True RGB display technology to Indian consumers, the BRAVIA 9II brings Sony's most advanced [] The post Sony Introduces True RGB Technology Backed by RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro in India with Launch of BRAVIA 9II and BRAVIA 7II appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
