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This chip startup just raised $135M on a bet that AIs biggest bottleneck isnt compute its memory

South Korean chip startup Xcena is betting that AI's real bottleneck is not compute, but memory.

29 May 2026 5:30 pm
Blue Origins New Glenn rocket explodes during testing in Florida

The explosion is likely a major setback for Jeff Bezos' spaceflight company, and its attempt to compete with SpaceX.

29 May 2026 6:52 am
Gleans top line crosses $300M as AI budget-cutting becomes its major selling point

The enterprise AI search startup tripled its annual revenue even as tech giants entered the category.

29 May 2026 6:14 am
Waymo dominates autonomous vehicle registrations as Tesla trails behind

A new law and AV tracker tool gives the clearest accounting yet of how many robotaxis and self-driving trucks are in Texas.

29 May 2026 5:44 am
How to apply to Startup Battlefield 2026, what you need ahead of the June 8 deadline

Startup Battlefield applications are due tomorrow, so now's the time to put the finishing touches on your submission!

29 May 2026 4:31 am
Asana acquires no-code agent-builder Stack AI

Asana will incorporate Stack AI into its growing suite of AI workflow tools.

29 May 2026 1:36 am
Bluesky embraces long-form content to counter X Articles

In its latest update, Bluesky is getting into long-form content.

29 May 2026 12:57 am
Hackers are trying to steal Signal users backups in new wave of phishing attacks

A new hacking campaign is trying to trick Signal users to give up their secret recovery key, which can be used to access online backups containing past messages.

29 May 2026 12:37 am
Anthropic raises $65 billion, nears $1T valuation ahead of IPO

Anthropic has closed a $65 billion Series H round at a $965 billion post-money valuation, marking what could be the AI startup's final private fundraise before a highly anticipated IPO.

29 May 2026 12:22 am
Just like gold and oil, well soon be able to trade AI token futures

Large exchanges are designing derivative products around AI tokens, which are increasingly being considered less a computational output and more a raw material input, like electricity or bandwidth.

29 May 2026 12:02 am
H1 secures $40M from CVS, proving SaaS startups can still attract investment

CEO Ariel Katz argues that while AI can replicate workflow SaaS, it can't copy H1s unique doctor data.

28 May 2026 11:38 pm
A security lapse at prison pay phone service Pay Tel publicly exposed over 300K callers drivers licenses

Pay Tel secured the publicly exposed data after security researchers discovered the leak containing callers' sensitive ID documents and inmate communications.

28 May 2026 11:30 pm
Why Paris may be the most important AI city outside Silicon Valley

Europes startup ecosystem has matured significantly; its founders are increasingly willing to scale companies domestically instead of immediately looking to relocate to the U.S.

28 May 2026 11:05 pm
In just 3 weeks,StrictlyVCis coming to Los Angeles

StrictlyVC Los Angeles is on June 18. Join for meaningful networking and fireside chats with leaders from Mach Industries, Shinkei Systems, and more. Register today.

28 May 2026 11:00 pm
Corgi announces $106M raise at $2.6B valuation double what it was worth 3 weeks ago

Insurance tech Corgi announced today an $106 million Series B1 raise, valuing the company at $2.6 billion, just three weeks after announcing a $160 million Series B.

28 May 2026 10:45 pm
Anthropic releases Opus 4.8 with new dynamic workflow tool

The new Opus model comes with a tool called Dynamic Workflows, for coordinating swarms of subagents.

28 May 2026 10:30 pm
Waymos newest robotaxi is Chinese-made, built to make money, and now accepting riders

The launch of the Ojai minivan robotaxi comes after years of development and testing, but arrives amid a challenging time for Waymo.

28 May 2026 10:22 pm
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Databricks co-founder on what kills enterprise AI deals

Enterprise AI is entering a different phase now, one where enterprises are no longer evaluating whether AI is exciting. They are evaluating whether it is safe to deploy broadly.

28 May 2026 8:00 pm
YouTube adds new podcast features, including an AI recommendation tool and Auto speed

The update signals YouTube's ongoing efforts to compete with other platforms for podcast audiences.

28 May 2026 7:58 pm
Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline extendedto June 8after overwhelming demand

After overwhelming demand from founders around the world, TechCrunch has extended the Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline to June 8. Nominate a standout startup or apply yours today.

28 May 2026 7:45 pm
Visa invests in Replit to power agentic payments for developers

Visa said that over 1,000 employees has been using Replit for prototyping and development

28 May 2026 7:30 pm
2 days left: Lock in ticket savings of up to $410 to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Savings of up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets end tomorrow, May 29, 11:59 p.m. PT. Register now to save and join 10,000+ tech leaders on October 13-15 in San Francisco.

28 May 2026 7:30 pm
Has the hunt for AI compute uncovered the next Cerebras?

General Compute is betting SambaNova will be the next breakout chipmaker.

28 May 2026 6:30 pm
Oura unveils its Ring 5 with a thinner, lighter design starting at $399

The ring is 40% smaller than its predecessor, and comes with more accurate sensing, enhanced battery life, and more.

28 May 2026 5:30 pm
Vertu wants CEOs to run companies from an AI foldable starting at $6,880

Built on top of the open-source Hermes project, Vertu's new foldable combines AI-agent workflows, enterprise integrations, and ultra-premium luxury finishes.

28 May 2026 12:30 pm
Google engineer charged with insider trading after making $1.2M on Polymarket

According to the complaint, a Google engineer risked over $2.7 million on wagers related to Google's 2025 Year in Search campaign.

28 May 2026 6:15 am
Why Googles AI cant spell Google (or anything else)

Google is embarrassing itself, again.

28 May 2026 5:47 am
Startup Battlefield 200 applications close today: Nominate a founder or submit your startup

Today is the final day to apply or nominate a startup for Startup Battlefield 200. Once the clock strikes 11:59 p.m. PT, the window closes on your chance to compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, gain global visibility, connect directly with investors, and launch on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage.

27 May 2026 7:45 pm
ElevenLabss new music generation model can switch genres mid-track

ElevenLabs' new model will let users regenerate a section of a song without affecting rest of the track

27 May 2026 7:44 pm
Spotify now lets you clip moments from your favorite podcast

With the new scissors icon, you can clip favorite moments from podcasts and share them with your audience.

27 May 2026 7:35 pm
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird ticket savings end in 3 days

There are only 3 days left to save up to $410 on your ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Early Bird pricing ends May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT, and once the deadline passes, ticket prices increase. If you plan to attend one of the most influential gatherings in tech this year, now is the time to lock in your pass before rates go up again.

27 May 2026 7:30 pm
SOND, a sleep tech startup from Boses former head of sleep, exits stealth with $7M

SOND, a startup led by Boses former head of sleep products, emerged from stealth with $7M in funding for its AI-powered sleep earbuds.

27 May 2026 7:30 pm
China is increasingly keeping its best AI talent to itself

China's AI boom is producing world-class talent, and Beijing is increasingly reluctant to let them go elsewhere.

27 May 2026 7:18 pm
ClickHouse triples anualized revenue to $250M, charting a path toward an IPO

The database provider is eyeing a public debut within the next few years.

27 May 2026 6:34 pm
YouTube will now automatically label AI videos

YouTube will now automatically label videos that use significant photorealistic AI, instead of relying solely on creators to disclose AI-generated content themselves. It's also making AI labels more prominent.

27 May 2026 6:30 pm
Robinhood now lets your AI agents trade stocks

Robinhood will let users create a separate account with pre-loaded balance that an agent use to trade

27 May 2026 6:00 pm
Tech CEOs are apparently suffering from AI psychosis

CEOs are uniquely prone to AI psychosis, Box CEO Aaron Levie opines. Maybe that explains the almost religious belief in AI productivity gains.

27 May 2026 6:00 pm
Airbnb-backed WeRoad raises $58M to take its group travel platform to the US

WeRoad, the Milan-based group travel startup, has raised a $58 million Series C round led by Airbnb as it prepares for its first major expansion outside Europe. The funding brings the companys total capital raised to roughly $100 million and will finance WeRoads push into the U.S., beginning with Austin. The new investment reflects a []

27 May 2026 1:30 pm
UK Visa Portal spilled thousands of applicants passports and selfies online and hasnt fixed the leak

The third-party website exposed applicants' sensitive documents as part of the U.K. visa application process. Instead of fixing the issue, the company sent attorneys.

27 May 2026 5:19 am
What were looking for in Startup Battlefield 2026, and how to apply in time for the May 27 deadline

Startup Battlefield applications are due tomorrow, so now's the time to put the finishing touches on your submission!

27 May 2026 4:25 am
Trump Admin permits Volvo to keep selling connected cars in the U.S.

Volvo, which is majority owned by China's Geely Holdings, said it can now move forward with its expansion plans for its U.S. factory.

27 May 2026 4:25 am
Trump administration wants nuclear startups to use plutonium for their reactors

The U.S. government is sitting on dozens of tons of weapons-grade plutonium. It's hoping startups can find a use for it.

27 May 2026 4:07 am
DuckDuckGo installs are up 30% as users reject being force-fed Googles AI Search

Google overhauled Search at I/O 2026, replacing blue links with AI agents. The backlash has been swift. DuckDuckGo app installs spiked 30% as users seek a way out.

27 May 2026 4:02 am
SpaceXs Starlink nabs American Airlines contract, another win for its IPO

American Airlines said Tuesday it plans to install Starlink on more than 500 Airbus aircraft, the latest carrier win for IPO-bound SpaceX.

27 May 2026 12:18 am
OpenRouter more than doubles valuation to $1.3B in a year

OpenRouter has raised a $113 million Series B led by CapitalG. Its 5x growth in usage over six months indicates the multi-AI-model future is here.

27 May 2026 12:03 am
This startup is betting Indias gig economy can train the worlds robots

Human Archive, a startup founded by Berkeley and Stanford researchers, is paying gig workers in India to wear camera-equipped caps and sensor devices to collect the real-world physical training data that AI and robotics labs are racing to acquire.

26 May 2026 9:30 pm
Dutch government blocks US company from acquisition, citing risk to public interest

The move to block the acquisition of the cloud company that hosts the Dutch digital ID service comes as Europe continues to reduce its reliance on U.S. technology.

26 May 2026 9:14 pm
Ghost hackers: the cybersecurity mystery that nobody has solved

A shadowy group that stole and dumped the NSAs most powerful hacking tools still has implications for how companies think about digital risk today.

26 May 2026 8:57 pm
Iranian hackers blamed for breach of Los Angeles transit system that took weeks to recover

An Israeli cybersecurity firm said Irans government is behind Ababil of Minab, a fake hacktivist persona that has claimed a series of data breaches after the start of the war in Iran.

26 May 2026 8:56 pm
Ferraris first EV is not for you

The Ferrari Luce seems to be more aimed at regulatory compliance and China, putting a lot of pressure on the Jony Ive-designed EV.

26 May 2026 8:46 pm