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Exhibit Your Startup at TechCrunch Sessions AI – Last Week Recap
So, you've got this amazing new innovation you're just dying to show off to the AI world, right? Well, guess what? Your time has finally come! You've got until this Friday, May 23 at...
Tesla’s Self-Driving Tests Geofenced to Safest Areas in Austin
Tesla's CEO Elon Musk recently revealed in an interview with CNBC that the company's first test of its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas next month will begin in specific areas that Tesla considers to...
Panthers Secure Impressive Victory Against Hurricanes
Panthers in control after Sam Bennett's goal
The Florida Panthers took a commanding lead in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Carolina Hurricanes after Sam Bennett scored a power-play goal. This put...
2025 NBA Playoffs: East and West Conference Finals Analysis
The 2025 NBA conference finals kicked off with the No. 1 seed Oklahoma City Thunder facing the No. 6 seed Minnesota Timberwolves. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a dominant Game 1 win with...
12 Tips to Boost Wi-Fi Speed and Improve Internet Performance
Alright, so let's talk about how to boost your Wi-Fi signal because let's face it, we all need faster internet these days. Whether you're working from home, binge-watching Netflix, or gaming on Twitch, having...
New Release: Nvidia’s Highly Anticipated GPU Sequel Available Now – No Reviews
Nvidia’s RTX 4060 is like, super popular in April 2025, according to Steam’s Hardware Survey. But guess what? There’s a new kid on the block now - the RTX 5060 has finally arrived, completing...
Watch Live Stream of Google I/O 2025 Event Online
Alright, folks, get ready because Google I/O is just around the corner! The apple blossoms are sprouting, the sun is shining, and Sundar Pichai is gearing up for the big event. Google is pulling...
China’s Effort to Build Competitor to Starlink Faces Challenges
If you take a peek at the night sky, there's a pretty good chance you'll see a bunch of fast-moving bright dots up there - the newly launched Starlink satellites. But get ready, because...
Google I/O 2025: Key Announcements and Updates
Google just had its big I/O developer shindig and product announcement event today in California. As it has for the past couple of years, Google continued to go all in on AI. In an...
Google and Warby Parker Collaboration: $150M Investment in AI Glasses
Google, in an unexpected move, has announced a partnership with Warby Parker, a consumer eyewear company, to develop AI-powered smart glasses. The tech giant has pledged a whopping $150 million for this collaboration during...
Google Gemma AI: Run Latest Model on Phones
Alright, so Google's got this whole family of "open" AI models called Gemma, and it's expanding. At the Google I/O event in 2025, they unveiled Gemma 3n, a model built to work smoothly on...
Sergey Brin Reflects on Mistakes with Google Glass
Google co-founder Sergey Brin admitted to making a slew of blunders with Google Glass during an interview at Google I/O 2025. In a surprise appearance alongside Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, Brin confessed to...
Luminar Layoffs Continue as CEO Resigns
Luminar, the lidar company that was once led by Austin Russell, who no longer holds the CEO position, is facing yet another round of restructuring. New layoffs have been announced in a recent regulatory...
Google I/O 2025 Event: Live Updates, News, and Announcements
So, like, Google's big developer keynote happened, and they spilled the tea on some updates to Android, the Gemini chatbot, and those snazzy Android XR smart glasses. If you missed the live coverage, no...
Understanding the Conviction Process: What to Expect
White-collar crime in the tech industry is a widespread issue, impacting everyone from fraud-ridden crypto empires to sham biotech companies. From Sam Bankman-Fried to Elizabeth Holmes to deepfakers on the internet, no corner of...
Enhanced Google Search with AI Mode: A More Conversational Experience
Google be rolling out its AI Mode search experience to everyone in the US starting today. It's like, a chatbot-style addition to the search engine results page to answer them long queries, ya know?...
Enhanced Features on Google Play for Developers: Topic Pages, Audio Previews, and Subscription Tools
Google just announced some upgrades to its Play Store to help Android app developers boost their marketing efforts. The changes include new tools for managing subscription apps, topic pages for exploring specific subjects, a...
Google I/O 2025: Key Announcements and Updates from Developer Conference
Google I/O 2025, Google’s big developer conference of the year, is happening at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View on Tuesday and Wednesday. I'm here to keep you updated on all the latest happenings...
Save $900 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 tickets – Limited Time Offer
Alright, so, like, time's running out, my friends! TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is just around the corner, and prices are gonna shoot up faster than a rocket on May 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If...
Tailored Side Events at All Stage 2025 Boston – Ultimate Guide
Looking to make a splash at TechCrunch All Stage 2025? Our Side Events initiative is a fantastic opportunity to engage with Boston’s tech community in a dynamic and memorable manner. Plus, we’ll assist in...
Most Watched WNBA Regular-Season Game Since 2000: Fever-Sky – ESPN
Caitlin Clark was on fire in the Indiana Fever's season opener against the Chicago Sky, dropping a jaw-dropping 20-point triple-double that left fans in awe. The game, which took place on Saturday, drew a...
Raiders Offensive Coordinator Urges Ashton Jeanty to Abandon ‘Michael Myers’ Stance
When Ashton Jeanty hits the field for his NFL debut with the Las Vegas Raiders this season, he might just be bringing a new twist to his pre-snap stance. Standing tall with his hands...
Uncovering the $10 Million AI Music Fraud Scandal
Almost no one hits it big in music. The odds are so bad it’s criminal. But on a late spring evening in Louisville, Kentucky, Mike Smith and Jonathan Hay were having that rare golden...
Insider Insights: Job Interview Experience at DOGE
Alright, folks, let's dive into the fascinating world of the US DOGE Service, formerly known as the US Digital Service (USDS), and its hiring process. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been...
Peter Thiel and Eliezer Yudkowsky: Launching the AI Revolution
Peter Thiel sure made a big impact on Sam Altman's career, like, seriously. Back in 2012, after Altman sold his first startup, Thiel was all like, "Here, have some cash for your new venture...
At-Home Hypertension Monitoring: Withings BPM Vision Review
When you head over to see your doctor, the first thing you're usually hit with is a blood pressure test. Blood pressure is all about how hard your blood is pushing against the walls...
Unlocking the Power of OpenAI’s Codex: A New Era of Coding Tools
OpenAI dropped a bombshell last week by unveiling Codex, a new coding system meant to tackle intricate programming tasks using plain language commands. Codex marks a significant leap for OpenAI into the realm of...
Brex Partners with Zip to Reduce Cash Burn for IPO Success
Brexy and Zip: A Surprising Partnership
In a move that left many scratching their heads, Brex and Zip have decided to team up, despite being competitors in the past. The CEOs of both companies spilled...
South Loop Ventures $21M Fund Boosts Houston Tech Ecosystem
South Loop Ventures, a venture firm based in Houston, recently announced the closing of their Fund I, totaling a whopping $21 million. Rice Management Company and Chevron Technology Ventures have come on board as...
SparkCharge Secures $30M Investment for Fleet Electrification
Not really sure why this matters, but electrifying a fleet of vehicles is the chicken-and-egg problem for the 21st century. Where do you spend money first, on the vehicles or the charging infrastructure? According...
Wyndham Clark Apologizes for Throwing Driver at PGA Championship
Wyndham Clark was really sorry, like super sorry, for losing his cool and chucking his driver after a terrible tee shot during the PGA Championship. It was like, May 19, 2025, around 04:13 PM,...
Buccaneers Owner Believes Simeon Rice Deserves Overdue Hall of Fame Honors
Jenna Laine, who covers the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for ESPN, has been reporting on the team since 2016. However, her journey with the Bucs began back in 2009. Jenna, a former cheerleader at the...
NFL Players Given Green Light to Compete in Flag Football at 2028 Olympics
Flag football in the Olympics? That's the latest buzz in the NFL world, with a vote on the horizon to determine whether NFL players can get in on the action for the 2028 Los...
NBA Conference Finals Team Horoscope Predictions – ESPN
It's game time in the NBA playoffs, and things are heating up as teams battle it out on the court. With unexpected upsets and surprising victories, the competition is fierce, and the stakes are...
Obtain IDF Starlink Access Days After October 7 Attack
Prominent Silicon Valley venture capitalist Shaun Maguire spilled the beans on a webinar last week, revealing that he was the man behind getting the Israel Defense Forces access to Starlink satellite internet in a...
Law Signed by Trump Cracks Down on Nonconsensual Sexual Content
US President Donald Trump signed into law legislation on Monday nicknamed the Take It Down Act, which requires platforms to remove nonconsensual instances of “intimate visual depiction” within 48 hours of receiving a request....
Marshall Soundbar: A Sonos Competitor in the Making
Marshall, a company known for iconic guitar amps, is taking a bold step into the soundbar market with the introduction of its first soundbar, the Heston 120. Priced at $1000, this Atmos-capable soundbar is...
Early Access to Waymo and Uber’s Atlanta Robotaxi Service
Waymo and Uber are finally rolling out robotaxi rides in Atlanta for a lucky few customers who managed to snag a spot on the waitlist. The highly-anticipated launch of this service comes just in...
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service in Silicon Valley
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, has received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to expand its commercial robotaxi service area. This decision paves the way for Waymo to introduce its driverless ride-hailing vehicles...
Revolutionizing the Used Car Market in Egypt: Sylndr Offers Buying, Selling, Financing, and Servicing...
Sylndr, a company based in Cairo, has managed to secure a whopping $15.7 million in funding as it expands its operations beyond just online sales of used cars. The company is now venturing into...
Monzo’s Shift to Corporate Culture: Emphasizing Authenticity Over Gimmicks
So, like, Monzo, the biggest digital bank in Britain, you know, is still all about those neon debit cards, emojis everywhere, and free spending abroad. But now, they're not just trying to be all...
Mets’ Mendoza to Address Hustling Issue with Juan Soto
Juan Soto, the star player for the New York Mets, had a bit of a blunder during a game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. In the sixth inning, Soto hit a...
Investigation into Fever Players’ Comments on Angel Reese – ESPN
Caitlin Clark and her teammates on the Indiana Fever are speaking out against hateful comments directed at Chicago Sky player Angel Reese during their recent game. The WNBA is investigating the allegations of fan...
Does ChatGPT Think He’s Mad at Me? Find Out Here
In the Big Apple, Green was dealing with a breakup. It was your typical split, nothing too crazy: just two folks who couldn't see eye to eye, struggling to talk, and decided to call...
Top MagSafe Accessories for Your iPhone 12: Enhance Your Experience
The Satechi 2-in-1 Headphone Stand With MagSafe Wireless Charger is a game-changer for anyone looking to declutter their desk while still having all the essential gadgets at their fingertips. This sleek stand not only...
TeleMessage App Security Breach: How Signal Knockoff Got Hacked in 20 Minutes
During a recent cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump’s then national security adviser, Mike Waltz, must have been bored. Apparently unaware of the photographer behind him, he was caught clandestinely checking his Signal messages under...
Are Meal Kits Cheaper than Groceries? Cost Comparison for 2025
I recently spent a week attempting to recreate recipes from popular meal kit services like HelloFresh and Blue Apron using ingredients from my local grocery store. Let me tell you, the struggle was real....
Ultimate Guide to Router Shopping: Tips for a Smooth Experience
Everyone wants reliable and fast internet, right? I mean, who wouldn't? A good router can make all the difference, but how the heck do you choose the right one? It's like trying to navigate...
Top 10 High School Graduation Gift Ideas for 2021
Alright, so you just graduated, huh? Congrats! Now it's time to celebrate the end of a chapter with some cool accessories, college gear, and nifty tech gadgets. Shopping for Gen Z teens can be...
Best Subscription Boxes for Kids: 14 Fun Options for All Ages
Alright, so check this out - all the stuff you see here on WIRED was chosen by our editors all by themselves. But hey, just so you know, we might make a buck or...