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Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

What San Francisco's AI billboards say about the state of the industry

San Francisco's billboards reflect a booming AI industry focused on practical applications, largely ignoring safety and governance issues.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

SF's "Chat Room: Money" w/ Free-Flow Beer & Wine (2026)

Money influences various aspects of life in San Francisco, highlighting wealth disparity and the need for open discussions about economic challenges.
#ai
fromFortune
54 minutes ago
Startup companies

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Venture
fromFortune
1 day ago

Exclusive: Eigen raises a seed round from Benchmark to build the world's first 'mutual friend' | Fortune

AI's impact on social connection is concerning, as shared cultural experiences diminish and hyper-personalization may exacerbate loneliness.
Startup companies
fromFortune
54 minutes ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
Venture
fromFortune
1 day ago

Exclusive: Eigen raises a seed round from Benchmark to build the world's first 'mutual friend' | Fortune

AI's impact on social connection is concerning, as shared cultural experiences diminish and hyper-personalization may exacerbate loneliness.
#airwallex
Venture
fromTechCrunch
7 hours ago

Once close enough for an acquisition, Stripe and Airwallex are now going after each other | TechCrunch

Jack Zhang chose to reject a $1.2 billion acquisition offer from Stripe to continue building Airwallex, which has since grown significantly.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Airwallex is about to take on Stripe and the rest of the payments industry - in the physical world | TechCrunch

Airwallex is launching a point-of-sale product for in-person payments, enhancing competition with Stripe, Square, and Adyen in the fintech space.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
7 hours ago

Once close enough for an acquisition, Stripe and Airwallex are now going after each other | TechCrunch

Jack Zhang chose to reject a $1.2 billion acquisition offer from Stripe to continue building Airwallex, which has since grown significantly.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Airwallex is about to take on Stripe and the rest of the payments industry - in the physical world | TechCrunch

Airwallex is launching a point-of-sale product for in-person payments, enhancing competition with Stripe, Square, and Adyen in the fintech space.
#openai
Startup companies
fromEngadget
3 days ago

OpenAI buys its second startup in a month

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a startup providing AI financial planning tools, signaling a potential shift in personalized financial guidance.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

OpenAI has bought AI personal finance startup Hiro | TechCrunch

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a personal finance startup, to enhance its financial planning capabilities and bring in new talent.
Startup companies
fromEngadget
3 days ago

OpenAI buys its second startup in a month

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a startup providing AI financial planning tools, signaling a potential shift in personalized financial guidance.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

OpenAI has bought AI personal finance startup Hiro | TechCrunch

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a personal finance startup, to enhance its financial planning capabilities and bring in new talent.
Digital life
fromEntrepreneur
18 hours ago

This Tech Investor Hasn't Touched a Laptop or Desktop Computer Since 2010. Here's Why.

Keith Rabois has operated without laptops since 2010, using only mobile devices for increased focus and productivity.
Software development
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The CEO of a $19.9 Billion Startup Says Businesses Are In Danger of Being Replaced By Vibe Coding - But This One App Is 'Quite Safe'

Vibe coding uses AI to write code from plain language prompts, raising software quality and threatening companies reliant on outdated tools.
Wellness
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 hours ago

I visited a members-only tech hub to see the biohacking tricks Silicon Valley founders swear by. It wasn't what I expected.

Biohack Miami's wellness event in San Francisco showcased practical biohacking tips focused on immediate well-being rather than solely on longevity.
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

They want to represent S.F. in Congress. Here's how they'd tackle AI, crypto and tech.

Candidates for California's 11th congressional district emphasize tech regulation, with differing views on federal digital currency and the role of tech in government.
San Francisco Giants
fromSFGATE
17 hours ago

SF Giants CEO gives curious explanation for lack of offseason spending

San Francisco Giants president Larry Baer addresses disappointing season start and team's cautious spending despite high revenue.
Apple
fromComputerworld
20 hours ago

How to think about Apple Business

Apple Business is suitable for small businesses using Apple devices but lacks capabilities for larger enterprises and advanced compliance needs.
#uber
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago
E-Commerce

Uber will now pick up your returns from your doorstep | TechCrunch

Uber launched a new feature allowing customers to return items purchased on Uber Eats from home, enhancing app engagement beyond ride-hailing and delivery.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Uber and Lyft Gain 7% as Bold Bets on Robotaxis and Buybacks Reignite Investor Excitement

Uber and Lyft stocks surged 7% due to autonomous vehicle commitments and positive investor sentiment.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

Uber will now pick up your returns from your doorstep | TechCrunch

Uber launched a new feature allowing customers to return items purchased on Uber Eats from home, enhancing app engagement beyond ride-hailing and delivery.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Uber and Lyft Gain 7% as Bold Bets on Robotaxis and Buybacks Reignite Investor Excitement

Uber and Lyft stocks surged 7% due to autonomous vehicle commitments and positive investor sentiment.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

The bigger point the DoorDash Grandma squabble missed

A staged DoorDash delivery to the White House highlighted economic struggles, turning a PR opportunity into a cautionary tale about gig work and healthcare costs.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
21 hours ago

Robinhood Surges 6%: A Landmark SEC Rule Change Fuels the Rally but Schwab's Crypto Launch Looms Large

Robinhood stock surged 6% following the SEC's removal of the pattern day trader rule, benefiting retail investors and the company's business model.
Productivity
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Should you attend a conference if you're not speaking?

Attending a conference without a speaking role can be beneficial depending on personal goals, networking opportunities, and learning experiences.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
1 day ago

The Rundown: Q1 dealmaking cools across ad tech and martech as AI remains the hottest ticket

Ad tech sector experienced recent mergers and acquisitions, contrasting with a slowdown in overall deal-making due to macroeconomic uncertainty.
#snap
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Snap Was Always A Terrible Company

Snap laid off 1,000 employees and cut job openings to reduce costs by $500 million, but struggles with revenue growth and market position.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Snapchat owner announces global layoffs amid financial challenges

Snap is laying off around 1,000 employees to prioritize long-term value and reduce spending.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Snap Was Always A Terrible Company

Snap laid off 1,000 employees and cut job openings to reduce costs by $500 million, but struggles with revenue growth and market position.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Snapchat owner announces global layoffs amid financial challenges

Snap is laying off around 1,000 employees to prioritize long-term value and reduce spending.
Careers
fromFortune
2 days ago

This CEO pirated video games as a teen and became a hacker for the Air Force. Now he's built a $3 billion cyber firm | Fortune

Gen Z should trust instincts in career paths, as demonstrated by Kyle Hanslovan's unconventional journey to CEO of a $3 billion cybersecurity firm.
Web design
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

PayPal turns Canva designs into payment machines

PayPal's Payment Links feature is now integrated into Canva, allowing users to turn designs into checkout pages seamlessly.
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Nothing makes it easy to share files between any Android phone and a Mac

Warp is the combination of an Android app and a browser extension, which means it'll only be helpful if you use a Chrome-based browser capable of installing the extension - but that does make it compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, so it's more universal than AirDrop.
Gadgets
NYC startup
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

One Event for Everyone: Ripple Combines Swell and Apex to Unite Finance Leaders, Developers, and Innovators

Ripple merges Swell and Apex into one event to unify institutional finance and blockchain development.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Auction.com names Ali Haralson co-CEO alongside Jason Allnutt

Auction.com appoints Ali Haralson as co-CEO alongside Jason Allnutt to enhance leadership and drive growth in the distressed real estate market.
Higher education
fromFortune
3 days ago

The billionaire Anthropic cofounder who majored in literature and says knowing how to ask the right question beats knowing how to code | Fortune

AI is highlighting the value of liberal arts degrees, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and interdisciplinary thinking for future careers.
Brooklyn
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Billionaire Michael Moritz Eyes Union Square Building

Michael Moritz plans to lease the former Barney's building for his Crankstart Foundation headquarters.
Games
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

How the rewards app Freecash scammed its way to the top of the app stores | TechCrunch

Freecash misled users by promoting itself as a money-making app while harvesting sensitive data.
US politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Silicon Valley Is Spending Millions to Stop One of Its Own

Alex Bores, a former Palantir employee, advocates for strict AI regulations, facing opposition from Silicon Valley's elite as he runs for Congress.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The cofounder of this $2.9 billion company takes a 4 p.m. nap every day

"When I'm irritated, tired, stressed, or anxious, a nap literally cures everything. It really changed my life."
Mindfulness
Startup companies
fromFast Company
15 hours ago

Shuttered startups are selling old Slack chats and emails to AI companies

Defunct startups are monetizing their digital data by selling it to AI companies, raising significant privacy concerns.
#fintech
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
Venture

Slash, a Ramp competitor founded by teenagers, raises $100M at $1.4B valuation | TechCrunch

fromTNW | Fintech-Ecommerce
1 day ago
Venture

The fintech that pivoted because of Kanye West just hit a $1.4B valuation

Slash, a vertical banking platform, raised $100M in Series C funding, increasing its valuation to $1.4 billion after pivoting from sneaker resellers.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

PayPal Jumps 5%, Affirm Rockets 6%, SoFi Rises 4% in a Broad Payments and Fintech Rebound

Fintech stocks PayPal, Affirm, and SoFi are experiencing gains after significant declines in 2026, indicating a potential shift in investor sentiment.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Slash, a Ramp competitor founded by teenagers, raises $100M at $1.4B valuation | TechCrunch

Slash Financial raised $100 million in Series C funding, achieving a $1.4 billion valuation and generating $300 million in annual revenue.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
19 hours ago

Ramp is telling investors it is about to hit $1.4 billion in revenue a year, as the company prepares to go public

Ramp is projected to reach $1.4 billion in annual recurring revenue this quarter as it prepares for a potential IPO.
Venture
fromTNW | Fintech-Ecommerce
1 day ago

The fintech that pivoted because of Kanye West just hit a $1.4B valuation

Slash, a vertical banking platform, raised $100M in Series C funding, increasing its valuation to $1.4 billion after pivoting from sneaker resellers.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

PayPal Jumps 5%, Affirm Rockets 6%, SoFi Rises 4% in a Broad Payments and Fintech Rebound

Fintech stocks PayPal, Affirm, and SoFi are experiencing gains after significant declines in 2026, indicating a potential shift in investor sentiment.
Silicon Valley
fromMission Local
1 day ago

AI boom is city's weirdest tech boom, says S.F.'s chief economist

The AI boom in San Francisco significantly differs from previous tech booms, impacting jobs and office space occupancy.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Anthropic ejects bundled tokens from enterprise seat deal

Anthropic has revised its enterprise pricing, transitioning to a single seat model upon contract renewal amid increased demand for Claude AI services.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Exodus Broadens Native XRP Wallet Support as Ripple Partnership Deepens Around RLUSD and XRPL Growth

Exodus enhances XRP wallet functionality, enabling direct management and sending of XRP and RLUSD, reflecting strong user demand and deeper Ripple collaboration.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to nudify apps

Apple and Google continue to promote nudify apps despite policies against such content, raising concerns about their enforcement and user safety.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Snap Inc. Lays Off 1,000 Employees, Because of AI

BART experienced multiple train issues, and Snap, Inc. announced significant layoffs while the US House faces turmoil over government funding.
#salesforce
Marketing tech
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

Salesforce merges AppExchange, Slack Marketplace and AgentExchange

Salesforce's new AgentExchange combines multiple marketplaces into one, enhancing the discovery and management of apps, agents, and integrations.
Software development
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Salesforce debuts Headless 360 agentic platform

Salesforce's Headless 360 expands app-building tools beyond traditional developers, enabling API-driven interactions across various platforms.
Artificial intelligence
fromMarTech
2 days ago

Salesforce redesigns platform for agent-driven automation | MarTech

Salesforce launched Headless 360, an API-first system enabling AI agents to access data and workflows without a traditional user interface.
Marketing tech
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

Salesforce merges AppExchange, Slack Marketplace and AgentExchange

Salesforce's new AgentExchange combines multiple marketplaces into one, enhancing the discovery and management of apps, agents, and integrations.
Software development
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Salesforce debuts Headless 360 agentic platform

Salesforce's Headless 360 expands app-building tools beyond traditional developers, enabling API-driven interactions across various platforms.
Artificial intelligence
fromMarTech
2 days ago

Salesforce redesigns platform for agent-driven automation | MarTech

Salesforce launched Headless 360, an API-first system enabling AI agents to access data and workflows without a traditional user interface.
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

This App Hit No. 2 on the App Store - Then Apple Banned It

Freecash paid users to play mobile games while collecting sensitive information including race, religion, sexual orientation and health data, according to cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes.
Apple
Web design
fromTheStreet
3 days ago

PayPal turns Canva designs into payment machines

PayPal Payment Links are now integrated in Canva, allowing instant payments from designs without needing a separate e-commerce platform.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

MAGA WhatsApp co-founder gives $250K to pro-Lurie PAC

Jan Koum donated $250,000 to a PAC supporting San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, contributing to a significant financial backing for the mayor's electoral priorities.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Instacart acquires Instaleap to expand its enterprise platform internationally | TechCrunch

Instacart acquires Instaleap to enhance international expansion and streamline online operations for retailers.
NYC startup
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Man stole thousands from delivery workers to invest in bogus delivery app | amNewYork

Mauricio Sevilla pleaded guilty to defrauding food delivery workers out of $7,500 in a fake investment scheme for a non-existent app.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

Innovation Looks Like Hype Before It Really Works - Here's Why

Innovation progresses slower than public perception, leading to overhyped technology trends and narratives that can be difficult to change.
fromTechCrunch
17 hours ago

Sources: Cursor in talks to raise $2B+ at $50B valuation as enterprise growth surges | TechCrunch

Cursor is nearing a funding round of at least $2 billion, with returning investors Thrive and Andreessen Horowitz expected to lead the financing at a $50 billion valuation. The deal terms are not final and may still change.
Venture
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago

Exclusive: Loop raises $95M to build supply chain AI that predicts disruptions | TechCrunch

Loop uses AI to provide predictive and prescriptive solutions for supply chain management, securing $95 million in Series C funding to expand operations.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

How vibe coding app Anything is rebuilding after getting booted from the App Store twice | TechCrunch

Dhruv Amin stated, 'We built a mobile app primarily to let our users who are building iOS apps preview their own app on their own device while developing it. [We] had no problems through December. Post December, we and everyone else in the category started getting our updates blocked.'
Apple
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Binance Chat Launches as Part of Broader Super App Push Into Everyday Finance

Binance introduced in-app chat to integrate communication and crypto transfers, enhancing its platform as a comprehensive financial hub.
#entrepreneurship
Startup companies
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Want to build a startup that gets acquired? This founder shares 5 proven tips

Successful startups require a cautious approach, exploring and developing iteratively to survive and thrive.
Startup companies
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Want to build a startup that gets acquired? This founder shares 5 proven tips

Successful startups require a cautious approach, exploring and developing iteratively to survive and thrive.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

This startup raised $27 million to help 'solopreneurs' run their businesses with AI. Read the pitch deck.

Nuseir Yassin raised $27 million for Nas.com, an AI platform aiding solo entrepreneurs in launching online businesses without technical skills.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
3 days ago

Nava raises $8.3 million in seed funding to keep AI financial agents from going off the rails | Fortune

Nava aims to build trust in AI agents for autonomous payments through an escrow service and a verification framework.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Cloudflare Named a Top Q1 Pick by Mizuho Despite Price Target Cut: Is Now the Time to Buy?

Mizuho maintains an Outperform rating on Cloudflare while lowering its price target to $235, reflecting sector recalibration, not a loss of confidence.
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
3 days ago

Grok faced potential removal from the App Store

Apple privately threatened to remove Elon Musk's artificial intelligence app, Grok, from its App Store in January after Musk's xAI failed to do enough to stop it from creating nude or sexualized deepfakes.
Artificial intelligence
Silicon Valley
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

StrictlyVC San Francisco is in less than a month | TechCrunch

StrictlyVC event in San Francisco on April 30 focuses on AI funding insights with notable speakers.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 days ago

Trump's Fed Pick Warsh Reveals Stake In Bitcoin Startup Flashnet

Kevin Warsh's nomination for Fed chair includes a stake in Bitcoin start-up Flashnet, linking him to Bitcoin's adoption and transaction volume.
#venture-capital
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
1 day ago

The Most Active Non-NYC Venture Capital Firms in Q1 2026 in New York

Venture funding data reveals active firms outside NYC investing in local startups, focusing on investment numbers for Q1 2026.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

New leaders, new fund: Sequoia has raised $7B to expand its AI bets | TechCrunch

Sequoia Capital has raised $7 billion for a new fund focused on late-stage AI investments in the U.S. and Europe.
Venture
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
Venture
fromFortune
2 days ago

Top crypto VCs like Paradigm and a16z see portfolio values shrink amid market downturn and distributions to investors | Fortune

Crypto venture capital firms experienced significant asset declines in 2025, reflecting market volatility rather than fund performance.
#cash-app
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Cash App launches 'buy now, pay later' feature for P2P pay transfers | TechCrunch

Cash App introduces a deferred payment feature allowing users to pay for transfers over time with a 7.5% fee.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Cash App launches 'buy now, pay later' feature for P2P pay transfers | TechCrunch

Cash App introduces a deferred payment feature allowing users to pay for transfers over time with a 7.5% fee.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Accel raises $5B to back late-stage bets | TechCrunch

Accel raised $5 billion to invest in late-stage companies, focusing on AI-powered technology.
fromTearsheet
2 weeks ago

In the world of Stripe: Acquisitions, agentic AI, and stablecoins - Tearsheet

Reports suggest that Stripe is considering a PayPal acquisition, although negotiations on the subject are in early stages with no guarantee of going through.
Business
Startup companies
fromFortune
5 days ago

Intuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty | Fortune

Being an early adopter of AI does not guarantee protection against market panic, as shown by Intuit's stock performance during the SaaSpocalypse.
fromAlleywatch
2 days ago

The March 2026 US Venture Capital Funding Report

In March 2026, US startups raised $19.06 billion across 630 deals, a significant decline of 64.4% year-over-year from March 2025's $53.5 billion, which was heavily influenced by OpenAI's $40 billion mega-round.
Venture
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
3 days ago

Auctor emerges from stealth with $20M led by Sequoia

Auctor aims to improve enterprise software implementation by addressing fragmented processes and capturing institutional knowledge, backed by significant funding.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

How to make the Startup Battlefield Top 20 - and what every company gets regardless | TechCrunch

The Startup Battlefield Top 20 showcases the most compelling startups ready for the Disrupt Stage, with a chance to win $100,000 and the Disrupt Cup.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Y Combinator Makes First All-Stablecoin Startup Investment

Y Combinator's $500,000 investment in Totalis marks its first all-stablecoin deal, highlighting a shift towards onchain capital formation.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Financial risk management platform Pillar raises $20M seed in round led by a16z | TechCrunch

Pillar raised $20 million to automate hedging for commodity-driven businesses using AI to manage financial risk.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

More than 1 year later, man convicted of killing CashApp founder Bob Lee in SF still not sentenced

Sentencing for Nima Momeni remains delayed over a year after conviction due to missing trial transcripts and a pending new-trial motion.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Block's Jack Dorsey wants nimble and quick. He thinks AI will do the trick.

Block CEO Jack Dorsey cut nearly half of the company's 10,000 employees due to AI capabilities increasing worker productivity by 40%, enabling fewer staff to accomplish the same work.
Venture
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Block, the parent of Square and Cash App, is laying off over 4,000 people

Block is cutting its workforce from 10,000 to under 6,000 employees, replacing human workers with AI tools to increase efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Venture
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Waiting on Silicon Valley Funding Is Killing Your Startup's Potential

Regional founders are building globally ambitious, locally grounded, often profitable companies despite limited venture capital, creating new innovation centers beyond Silicon Valley.
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