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#uber
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
2 days 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.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
2 days 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.
more#uber
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day 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.
#cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
8 hours ago

Bitcoin Rebounds, But Crypto's Security Crisis Intensifies Week in Review

Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies rose, indicating risk appetite despite ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
8 hours ago

Bitcoin Rebounds, But Crypto's Security Crisis Intensifies Week in Review

Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies rose, indicating risk appetite despite ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Grayscale Predicts Elon Musk's X Could Use Crypto to Power Next Wave of Financial Ecosystems

Grayscale forecasts crypto will drive the next evolution of consumer finance, with X leveraging smart cashtags for deeper integration.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Heleket Crypto Payment Processing Platform Brings Low-Fee Transactions to Online Business

Cryptocurrency payment systems like Heleket offer lower fees and faster transactions compared to traditional payment methods.
more#cryptocurrency
Digital life
fromEntrepreneur
2 days 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.
#san-francisco
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 days 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 days 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.
more#san-francisco
#ai
fromFortune
1 day 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

Artificial intelligence
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Elon Musk Pushes 'Universal High Income' Checks as Ultimate Solution for AI Unemployment

Elon Musk advocates for Federal Universal High Income to address AI-induced unemployment and promote a future of abundance and zero inflation.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

The 'AI is inevitable' trap

Allbirds claims to be an AI company, reflecting a trend of companies leveraging AI for market gains despite mixed public sentiment.
Startup companies
fromFortune
1 day 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Elon Musk Pushes 'Universal High Income' Checks as Ultimate Solution for AI Unemployment

Elon Musk advocates for Federal Universal High Income to address AI-induced unemployment and promote a future of abundance and zero inflation.
Marketing tech
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

The Market for AI Airbnb Assistants Is Growing

AI is increasingly being used in customer service, particularly in the fast food and short-term rental industries.
more#ai
Fashion & style
fromThe Independent
14 hours ago

Meet the AI influencers taking over Coachella and killing off the real thing

Aitana Lopez is an AI-generated influencer created by The Clueless, earning up to $10,000 monthly through brand deals.
#meta
Wearables
fromWIRED
8 hours ago

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.
fromMarketing Dive
5 days ago
Marketing tech

Meta to shoot past Google in digital ad revenue for first time: Emarketer

Meta is projected to surpass Google in digital ad revenues for the first time in 2026.
Wearables
fromWIRED
8 hours ago

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.
more#meta
Information security
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Why Trust and Verification Are Critical for Modern Online Platform Businesses

Trust is essential yet fragile in the digital economy, with platforms facing increasing challenges from sophisticated online scams.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

The App Store is booming again, and AI may be why | TechCrunch

New app launches are increasing significantly, contradicting predictions that AI would diminish the app market.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromDigital Trends
19 hours ago

AI is entering the Skynet debate moment in the social media hype circles

AI doom influencers are reshaping public and policymaker perceptions of artificial intelligence, emphasizing potential risks and worst-case scenarios.
fromThe Motley Fool
4 days ago
Marketing tech

Meta's Massive Artificial Intelligence Investments May Be About to Pay Off for Investors | The Motley Fool

Artificial intelligence
fromDigital Trends
19 hours ago

AI is entering the Skynet debate moment in the social media hype circles

AI doom influencers are reshaping public and policymaker perceptions of artificial intelligence, emphasizing potential risks and worst-case scenarios.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
4 days ago

Meta's Massive Artificial Intelligence Investments May Be About to Pay Off for Investors | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms launched the Muse Spark model, enhancing its AI capabilities to improve advertising and content engagement.
more#artificial-intelligence
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Sam Altman's project World looks to scale its human verification empire. First stop: Tinder. | TechCrunch

World project integrates verification tech into various sectors, starting with dating apps, to distinguish human users from AI.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
2 days ago

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days 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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Live Nasdaq Composite: Tech Stocks Out Front in FOMO Trade as Strait of Hormuz Reopens

Markets are rising due to potential resolution of the Mideast conflict and positive corporate news.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
3 days ago

The Paradox of China's Crypto Regulation and Capital Going Global (Part 2)

China's crypto capital expands globally despite domestic regulatory tightening, focusing on infrastructure and sovereign digital currency rather than token-based financialization.
Web design
fromTheStreet
4 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.
#airwallex
European startups
fromTechCrunch
4 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
1 day 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
4 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
1 day 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.
more#airwallex
#entrepreneurship
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.
more#entrepreneurship
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
6 days ago

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.
#bitcoin
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 hours ago

'Think Even Bigger': Michael Saylor's New Signal Hints at Another Massive Strategy Bitcoin Buy

Strategy Inc. signals aggressive bitcoin accumulation, with Michael Saylor's cues indicating potential balance sheet expansion and sustained institutional demand.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 hour ago

TIm Draper's $250,000 BTC Call, New Whale Data, and More Week In Review

Bitcoin's rebound faces resistance as whale deposits surge, while Tim Draper maintains a $250,000 price target amid inflation concerns.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 hours ago

'Think Even Bigger': Michael Saylor's New Signal Hints at Another Massive Strategy Bitcoin Buy

Strategy Inc. signals aggressive bitcoin accumulation, with Michael Saylor's cues indicating potential balance sheet expansion and sustained institutional demand.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 hour ago

TIm Draper's $250,000 BTC Call, New Whale Data, and More Week In Review

Bitcoin's rebound faces resistance as whale deposits surge, while Tim Draper maintains a $250,000 price target amid inflation concerns.
more#bitcoin
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
21 hours ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/12/26 - 4/18/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Chapter, Artemis, and Bluefish.
fromYcombinator
1 day ago
Digital life

Why your company will never scale (or maybe why it will) | Hacker News

User and competitor laziness are key to scaling a business beyond just a product.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

AI Upgrades, Security Breaches, and Industry Shifts Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

AI innovation and security threats are reshaping technology and corporate strategies across various platforms and applications.
Media industry
fromObserver
2 days ago

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.
Silicon Valley
fromMission Local
2 days 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.
Software development
fromEntrepreneur
3 days 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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Why I Can't Stop Buying Amazon Stock

Amazon's AWS and advertising segments are experiencing significant growth, indicating a strong future for the company.
Web design
fromMiami Herald
4 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.
E-Commerce
fromwww.cnbc.com
3 days ago

Inside India newsletter: Small towns are powering e-commerce's fastest-growing market, dominated by Amazon, Walmart unit

Amazon and Flipkart invest heavily in India's growing ecommerce market despite only 30% of the population shopping online.
fromEntrepreneur
4 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
fromTheregister
4 days ago

The only technology that died more times than VR is AI

Neal Stephenson argues that the metaverse is dead, particularly in light of the failure of Meta's Horizon Worlds, which raises significant concerns about the future of virtual reality.
Wearables
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days 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.
Digital life
fromBustle
1 day ago

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
6 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.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Less Than 1% of Crypto Projects Disclose Market Maker Deals

91% of crypto protocols generate revenue, but less than 1% disclose market maker deals, highlighting transparency issues and risks for investors.
fromTechCrunch
2 days 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
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 days 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.
Marketing tech
fromThe Village Voice
3 days ago

Inside Hyperbound's Bet on AI-Native Sales Intelligence - The Village Voice

AI is transforming sales organizations by providing insights and coaching opportunities that traditional tools cannot offer.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 days 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.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
4 days ago

Prediction markets are breaking the news and becoming their own beat

Prediction markets are evolving, becoming integral to news, with partnerships forming between market platforms and major news organizations.
E-Commerce
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

2 Stocks I'd Add to the Shopping Cart for the Agentic Commerce Revolution

AI shopping has the potential to revolutionize e-commerce by enhancing transaction ease and price comparison.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
2 days ago

Meet the crypto guru to the Fortune 500 | Fortune

CFOs are hesitant to adopt blockchain despite its existing infrastructure and Fortune 500 companies experimenting with it.
Venture
fromThe Village Voice
4 days ago

Behind the Trade: One Engineer's Fight to Modernize Markets - The Village Voice

American financial markets rely on outdated infrastructure despite rapid technological advancements in trading.
#robotics
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

This simulation startup wants to be the Cursor for physical AI | TechCrunch

Engineers aim to program physical agents like digital ones, but robotics faces challenges due to limited data and the need for realistic simulations.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

This simulation startup wants to be the Cursor for physical AI | TechCrunch

Engineers aim to program physical agents like digital ones, but robotics faces challenges due to limited data and the need for realistic simulations.
more#robotics
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Strategy Climbs 6% as Bitcoin Surges: 762,000 Coins and a Mountain of Debt Keep Investors Divided

MSTR stock rises 6% as Bitcoin hits a two-month high, reflecting its strong correlation with Bitcoin prices.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
3 days 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.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
4 days ago

Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms: Which Digital Advertising Giant Is the Better Buy? | The Motley Fool

Alphabet is diversifying and exploring long-term growth, while Meta's ad business is growing faster despite its AI challenges.
Venture
fromFortune
3 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.
E-Commerce
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

Financing The AI Shopping Era: What E-Commerce Founders Need To Know

AI is transforming e-commerce by changing how consumers shop and how brands must adapt to remain visible.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Elon Musk's X Money Sparks Elizabeth Warren Warning as Oversight Pressure Intensifies

Elon Musk's X Money faces regulatory scrutiny due to consumer protection and financial oversight concerns raised by Senator Elizabeth Warren.
Cryptocurrency
fromCointelegraph
3 days ago

Why Australia's $17B Crypto Opportunity Depends on Regulation

Australia could generate A$24 billion annually from digital assets, contingent on clear regulatory frameworks.
fromAlleywatch
4 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
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
5 days ago

Ad Tech Briefing: The Trade Desk's 'changing of the guard' and a 'sign of the times'

Independent ad tech companies face challenges as MiQ expands through acquisitions while The Trade Desk experiences significant executive departures.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 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.
Marketing tech
fromBloomberglaw
5 days ago

Meta Cases Put Social Media Platforms at Securities Fraud Risk

Social media platforms face new legal challenges regarding their role in facilitating fraudulent securities schemes.
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

The Evolving Landscape of Technology: From Innovation to Integration

Technology has revolutionized communication, industries, and healthcare, shaping modern society and influencing every aspect of life.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
5 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
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

The AI gold rush is pulling private wealth into riskier, earlier bets | TechCrunch

Family offices are increasingly investing directly in AI startups, bypassing traditional venture capital due to the urgency of the AI boom.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
4 days ago

AI Could Democratize One of Tech's Most Valuable Resources

Nvidia faces potential competition as startups like Wafer optimize AI code for various chips, challenging its dominance in AI hardware.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
6 days ago

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.
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