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FirstClub Doubles Valuation to $255 Million
In just nine months, FirstClub's valuation rocketed from $120 million to $255 million, defying a more cautious overall funding climate for Indian startups.

Trump administration explores equity stake in OpenAI
The Trump administration is reportedly in direct talks with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman about the U.

Before Your Next Technology Investment: 3 Mistakes Briggs Strategies Helps Businesses Avoid
Making the right technology decision can feel overwhelming for any business owner. The pressure to adopt the latest AI or automation tool is immense, but a hasty choice can lead to wasted resources, frustrated teams, and…

Sriram Krishnan Departs White House AI Advisor Role
On a Saturday in early June, Sriram Krishnan posted a message on X, quietly announcing his departure from his influential role as the White House's top artificial intelligence policy advisor.

WWDC 2026: Apple to Revamp Siri with Smarter AI
After years of lagging behind, Apple finalized a deal with Google to integrate Gemini models, a dramatic shift in its AI strategy.

Palantir Technologies expands enterprise AI into new commercial markets
Legal giant Kirkland & Ellis has co-developed an enterprise AI platform with Palantir, integrating its institutional knowledge directly into the system.

Shift Reactors Boost Blue Hydrogen, Ammonia Demand
The global ammonia market, valued at $172.

Google Cloud Cultivates Southeast Asia AI Startup Innovation Corridor
In 2023, venture capital funding for Southeast Asian AI startups reached a record $5 billion, according to Preqin Data.

Hyundai Launches Innovation Challenge 2026 for Mobility Startups
Hyundai Motor India, a major automotive manufacturer, has launched the Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026, a six-month program inviting startups to co-develop mobility and technology solutions.

Filtr privacy tool blocks iPhone and Mac app ads
A new ad-blocking feature for iPhones and Macs, Filtr, is being advertised with at least three different price points, ranging from $5 annually to $39.

StrictlyVC Los Angeles Event to Boost Defense Tech AI Fundraising
On June 18, venture capitalists will converge at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, a key hub for national security innovation, to fund the next generation of defense AI.

University Startups Struggle in Emerging Markets Amid Innovation Ecosystem Gaps
In Southeast Asia, venture capital funding for tech surged 30% last year, yet university spin-offs secured less than 5% of this capital, according to a TechCrunch Report .

Can Ethos Support Really Cut Your BPO Service Costs by 70%? (A Deep Dive)
Ethos Support claims to cut BPO service costs by up to 70% by dismantling the 'cost iceberg' of in-house teams through a global talent pool and an all-inclusive service model. This article explores how such significant savings are achieved by eliminating the hidden expenses of domestic hires.

Forbes Names AKASA Among America's Best Startup Employers 2026
Retail marketplace Whatnot, a company focused on live shopping, has earned the No.

Benchmark raises $2 billion across two new funds
Benchmark, a firm long associated with early-stage venture capital, has launched its first-ever dedicated growth fund, committing $1.

How to Succeed in Startup Battlefield 2026
Only 12% of startups from past TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield cohorts secured meaningful follow-on funding within 18 months, according to i analyzed 200 startups: battlefield's brutal secret |

Ferrari Luce Electric Car Debuts with High Price and Performance
Ferrari's first fully electric car, the Luce, has been unveiled with an astonishing price tag of $640,000, according to Fortune .

Erin Brockovich Tackles Data Center Secrecy With New Community Map
In just one month, environmental activist Erin Brockovich received nearly 4,000 reports of data center-related issues from communities across the country.

20-Year-Old Kane Parsons Directs A24's Biggest Opening Ever
At just 20 years old, Kane Parsons' horror film 'Backrooms' shattered box office expectations this weekend, earning an estimated $81 million domestically and becoming A24's biggest opening ever.

KC Green Secures Deal With AI Startup Artisan Over Art Misuse
After artist KC Green publicly accused AI startup Artisan of 'stealing' his artwork and urged followers to 'vandalize' their ads, the two parties have now reached a quiet agreement, with Green retract

Unastella rocket startup secures $24M Series B funding
In a bold move for South Korea's nascent private space industry, Unastella secured $24 million in Series B funding, pushing its total capital raised to $44 million, according to TechCrunch .

What NOT to Do in Motorsport Business: 5 Mistakes SVS Insiders Helps You Avoid
The world of motorsports is a high-octane mix of passion, performance, and commerce. But for every driver, team owner, or sponsor who thrives, many others struggle with the complex business side of racing. The landscape …

YouTuber's 'Backrooms' movie breaks box office records
This weekend, a film directed by a YouTuber, 'Backrooms,' is projected to surpass the opening weekend earnings of 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,' with a global start between $121 million and $

SoftBank plans billions for French AI data centers
SoftBank Group plans to pour up to €75 billion into France, aiming to build 5 gigawatts of artificial intelligence data center capacity, according to Bloomberg .