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1 hour ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Elon's admission | TechCrunch

Tesla owners will need hardware upgrades for future Full Self-Driving software, requiring microfactories to service millions of vehicles.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Video: Opinion | The Prophet of Silicon Valley

Stewart Brand's influence on the internet era contrasts with the unintelligibility of modern AI systems he inspired.

13 hours ago

Sam Altman, your millennial is showing

'We still get looksmaxxed on frontend a little but we IQmog hard now,' Altman posted, showcasing his attempt to engage with Gen Alpha slang.

Tech industry

fromTNW | Insights

5 hours ago

Sequoia distributes 200 engraved Mac Minis at AI event as OpenClaw becomes the infrastructure layer VCs cannot own

Sequoia Capital distributed 200 custom Mac Minis at an event, positioning itself at the forefront of the emerging agentic AI landscape.

fromTNW | Opinion

Business intelligence

How web intelligence is powering the next wave of AI Infrastructure

The web intelligence industry is evolving to support AI's growing demands for multimodal data processing, particularly in handling video content.

3 hours ago

Why the key to American drone dominance lies with blockchain | Fortune

The drone threat is no longer confined to distant battlefields. It is coming to American soil, and the targets are no longer necessarily military targets.

Cryptocurrency

23 hours ago

AI is igniting a love affair between Silicon Valley and the consulting industry

Consulting firms are increasingly partnering with AI startups to adapt to rapid technological changes in the industry.

Philosophy

fromThe Atlantic

Why Silicon Valley Is Turning to the Catholic Church

The Vatican and Silicon Valley engage in dialogues to address AI ethics, benefiting both parties in reputation and moral authority.

Careers

fromwww.theguardian.com

Facing AI and a tough job market, gen Z turns to entrepreneurship: I have to prove myself'

Gen Z faces significant challenges in the job market, with high unemployment rates and competition from AI impacting entry-level opportunities.

#openai

Podcast

Now we know who paid $100,000 to unlock a Sam Altman podcast interview

Sam Altman throws shade at Anthropic's cyber model, Mythos: 'fear-based marketing' | TechCrunch

OpenAI's Sam Altman criticizes Anthropic's fear-based marketing strategy regarding its new cybersecurity model, Mythos.

Podcast

Now we know who paid $100,000 to unlock a Sam Altman podcast interview

Sam Altman throws shade at Anthropic's cyber model, Mythos: 'fear-based marketing' | TechCrunch

OpenAI's Sam Altman criticizes Anthropic's fear-based marketing strategy regarding its new cybersecurity model, Mythos.

He's Invested in 100+ Startups - His Surprising Rule for Spotting 'Real Builders'? Their Shoes

Max Mullen evaluates startup founders by the state of their shoes, believing dirty sneakers indicate true commitment to their ventures.

#advertising

fromThedrum

Marketing

Silicon Valley Executive Nathan Reuss Joins R&R Partners as Content Creative Director

Marketing

fromRolling Out

Contender's founders are disrupting advertising for good

Robert Clifton Jr. and Dr. Kristian May Stewart launched Contender to create a fair exchange between brands and the diverse Gen Z audience.

fromThedrum

Marketing

Silicon Valley Executive Nathan Reuss Joins R&R Partners as Content Creative Director

Marketing

fromRolling Out

Contender's founders are disrupting advertising for good

Robert Clifton Jr. and Dr. Kristian May Stewart launched Contender to create a fair exchange between brands and the diverse Gen Z audience.

Sam Altman Wants to Know Whether You're Human

Sam Altman announced World ID, a service to verify human identity using biometric data to combat digital impersonation.

Privacy professionals

fromwww.bbc.com

The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts

Palantir's manifesto, led by CEO Alex Karp, has sparked controversy with its views on culture, national service, and AI weapons.

Information security

fromComputerWeekly.com

Wiz founder: Hack yourself with AI, before the bad guys do | Computer Weekly

Security leaders should proactively use AI tools on their systems to gain an advantage against cyber threats.

Apple's Next CEO Needs to Launch a Killer AI Product

Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, is expected to launch a revolutionary AI product that simplifies technology for the masses.

Apple

Apple's CEO pick is a bet on hardware in the AI age

Apple appoints John Ternus as CEO, focusing on hardware innovation to lead in the AI era.

Apple

Apple's Next CEO Needs to Launch a Killer AI Product

Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, is expected to launch a revolutionary AI product that simplifies technology for the masses.

Apple

Apple's CEO pick is a bet on hardware in the AI age

Apple appoints John Ternus as CEO, focusing on hardware innovation to lead in the AI era.

more#apple

MrBeast is plotting a move into 'AI-native entertainment'

MrBeast seeks a leader to create AI-native productions, making AI the foundation of content creation at Beast Industries.

#artificial-intelligence

Environment

Data centers are finding a surprising way to deploy batteries | Fortune

Tech industry

The Optical AI Boom's Biggest Winners: 3 Under-the-Radar Stocks Fueling the Revolution

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.

Environment

Data centers are finding a surprising way to deploy batteries | Fortune

Data centers are increasingly pairing batteries with fossil fuels to ensure reliable power for AI operations.

Tech industry

The Optical AI Boom's Biggest Winners: 3 Under-the-Radar Stocks Fueling the Revolution

Optical photonics is essential for scaling AI data centers, offering higher bandwidth and lower energy use, driving significant stock growth in key companies.

more#artificial-intelligence

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.

#ai

fromInc

Growth hacking

AI Is Changing Growth, but These 5 Strategies Still Win

Artificial intelligence

Tech guru Peter Diamandis breaks down Elon Musk's argument for government handouts in an AI-driven future

Silicon Valley

Meta's loss is Thinking Machines gain | TechCrunch

Silicon Valley

Era computer raises $11M to build a software platform for AI gadgets | TechCrunch

How AI is upending SaaS tools

AI significantly enhances log examination by quickly identifying issues, making data production more valuable than mere interpretation.

fromSilicon Canals

The rise of the solofounder in the AI age - Silicon Canals

AI enables individuals to build successful companies with minimal resources, transforming the traditional startup model.

Growth hacking

fromInc

AI Is Changing Growth, but These 5 Strategies Still Win

Effective growth strategies can be enhanced with AI and leveraging existing customer bases is crucial for rapid growth.

Tech guru Peter Diamandis breaks down Elon Musk's argument for government handouts in an AI-driven future

Elon Musk predicts an AI-driven future will eliminate the need for retirement savings through government handouts and universal basic income.

Meta's loss is Thinking Machines gain | TechCrunch

Weiyao Wang has left Meta to join Thinking Machines Lab, which is expanding rapidly with a new multibillion-dollar cloud deal with Google.

Era computer raises $11M to build a software platform for AI gadgets | TechCrunch

Era Computer enables hardware makers to create AI devices through its orchestration platform, raising $11 million in funding to support this initiative.

How AI is upending SaaS tools

AI significantly enhances log examination by quickly identifying issues, making data production more valuable than mere interpretation.

fromSilicon Canals

The rise of the solofounder in the AI age - Silicon Canals

AI enables individuals to build successful companies with minimal resources, transforming the traditional startup model.

Meta's CTO Claims He Rarely Feels Stressed Out - Here Are His Top Strategies to Stay That Way

Andrew Bosworth experiences stress only a few times a year, managing it through exercise, deep breathing, and family time.

Careers

Meta executive says he only gets stressed five times a year and that it's actually a 'useful signal' | Fortune

Stress can be a useful signal for prioritizing important work, as demonstrated by Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth.

Mental health

Meta's CTO Claims He Rarely Feels Stressed Out - Here Are His Top Strategies to Stay That Way

Andrew Bosworth experiences stress only a few times a year, managing it through exercise, deep breathing, and family time.

Mental health

Meta's CTO Claims He Rarely Feels Stressed Out - Here Are His Top Strategies to Stay That Way

Andrew Bosworth experiences stress only a few times a year, managing it through exercise, deep breathing, and family time.

Careers

Meta executive says he only gets stressed five times a year and that it's actually a 'useful signal' | Fortune

Stress can be a useful signal for prioritizing important work, as demonstrated by Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth.

Mental health

Meta's CTO Claims He Rarely Feels Stressed Out - Here Are His Top Strategies to Stay That Way

Andrew Bosworth experiences stress only a few times a year, managing it through exercise, deep breathing, and family time.

more#stress-management

fromwww.housingwire.com

Reverse Focus co-founder Shannon Hicks to join HighTechLending

Shannon Hicks has spent the past 15 years helping to build HECMWorld into an education and marketing platform focused on Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs). Through commentary, podcasts and market analysis, he has been a visible industry voice helping reverse mortgage professionals communicate with borrowers and explain complex retirement and housing decisions.

Real estate

NYC startup

Sam Altman's Orb Company Promoted a Bruno Mars Partnership That Doesn't Exist

Tools for Humanity's Concert Kit was incorrectly announced for Bruno Mars' tour, leading to a denial from Mars' management and Live Nation.

European startups

Bret Taylor's Sierra buys YC-backed AI startup Fragment | TechCrunch

Sierra acquired French startup Fragment to enhance AI integration in workflows, marking its third public acquisition.

Right-wing politics

fromenglish.elpais.com

Tech magnate Peter Thiel strengthens ties with Milei in Buenos Aires

Peter Thiel visits Argentina for high-level political meetings, including one with President Javier Milei, promoting his far-right ideas.

Business

3 Fintech Stocks To Own For Years of Passive Income

Passive income from dividend-paying stocks offers stability amid market volatility, ensuring consistent cash flow without the need for market timing or predictions.

Psychology

fromThe Verge

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.

8 hours ago

NASA advisor turned $65 billion founder says ex-Intel CEO Andy Grove helped him get out of a crisis: 'That's a lesson I will take to my grave' | Fortune

Employees can be a crucial resource for CEOs during crises, as demonstrated by K.R. Sridhar's experience with Andy Grove.

AI startups are inflating a key revenue metric to win VC attention, says this founder

Many AI startups are inflating revenues by misusing annual recurring revenue metrics to attract venture capital funding.

Venture

The AI boom won't last, a top VC warns, as he urges startups to cash out

AI startups are inflating a key revenue metric to win VC attention, says this founder

Many AI startups are inflating revenues by misusing annual recurring revenue metrics to attract venture capital funding.

The AI boom won't last, a top VC warns, as he urges startups to cash out

AI founders should consider selling their companies within the next 12-18 months to maximize value before market conditions change.

more#ai-startups

#google

fromEngadget

Google plans to invest even more money into Anthropic

Google plans to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic, reflecting a circular deal structure in the AI industry.

fromArs Technica

Google will invest as much as $40 billion in Anthropic

Google plans to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic based on performance, following Amazon's $5 billion investment.

fromTNW | Anthropic

Google to invest up to $40B in Anthropic as Claude outsells Gemini in the enterprise market it needs most

Google is investing up to $40 billion in Anthropic, marking a significant commitment in the AI sector.

fromEngadget

Google plans to invest even more money into Anthropic

Google plans to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic, reflecting a circular deal structure in the AI industry.

fromArs Technica

Google will invest as much as $40 billion in Anthropic

Google plans to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic based on performance, following Amazon's $5 billion investment.

fromTNW | Anthropic

Google to invest up to $40B in Anthropic as Claude outsells Gemini in the enterprise market it needs most

Google is investing up to $40 billion in Anthropic, marking a significant commitment in the AI sector.

Elon Musk Fans Increasingly Disgusted by His Toxic Outbursts

Elon Musk's recent focus on race-related posts is alienating fans and investors, reflecting a troubling shift in his public persona.

fromTruthout

Musk and Silicon Valley Aren't Libertarian. They Want to Fuse With the State.

Muskism is described as an ideological framework shaped by Elon Musk's worldview and influence across various industries.

fromAxios

Silicon Valley is building its own news-industrial complex

Elon Musk's X has transformed news into a product for trading and monetization, leading to new platforms like MTS and Objection.AI.

fromThe Verge

Elon Musk and Sam Altman's court showdown will dish the dirt

Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI centers on defamation and business practices, coinciding with potential IPOs for both Musk's xAI and OpenAI.

Toronto startup

fromFuturism

Elon Musk Fans Increasingly Disgusted by His Toxic Outbursts

Elon Musk's recent focus on race-related posts is alienating fans and investors, reflecting a troubling shift in his public persona.

fromTruthout

Musk and Silicon Valley Aren't Libertarian. They Want to Fuse With the State.

Muskism is described as an ideological framework shaped by Elon Musk's worldview and influence across various industries.

fromAxios

Silicon Valley is building its own news-industrial complex

Elon Musk's X has transformed news into a product for trading and monetization, leading to new platforms like MTS and Objection.AI.

fromThe Verge

Elon Musk and Sam Altman's court showdown will dish the dirt

Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI centers on defamation and business practices, coinciding with potential IPOs for both Musk's xAI and OpenAI.

Uber CTO Praveen Neppalli Naga joins StrictlyVC SF | TechCrunch

StrictlyVC San Francisco will feature Uber CTO Praveen Neppalli Naga discussing operating at scale in the age of AI on April 30.

Podcast

Apple's Next Chapter, SpaceX and Cursor Strike a Deal, and Palantir's Controversial Manifesto

Tim Cook's departure as CEO of Apple raises questions about the company's future direction.

AI is replacing creativity with 'average'

AI-generated content is prevalent but lacks originality and distinct perspectives, leading to a loss of distinction in information.

The internet isn't just like real life, a top VC says - it is real life. For a16z, that's not philosophy, it's an investment | Fortune

The internet is real life. And navigating life means navigating the internet. News now exists to summarize things that have already happened online. Music is being restructured by TikTok's 15-second clip format, the way radio once defined the verse-chorus arrangement.

Digital life

Marketing tech

Veteran tech investor Keith Rabois says the product manager role in tech 'makes no sense' in the era of AI

Keith Rabois believes the product manager role is becoming obsolete due to rapid advancements in AI technology.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

Core Scientific Plans $3.3 Billion Debt Raise to Accelerate AI Pivot

Core Scientific is raising $3.3 billion through debt to transition from bitcoin mining to AI-focused data centers.

The AI Playbook That Built an $80M 1-Person Business (You're 1 Prompt Away and Don't Know It)

A solo founder sold his AI platform for $80 million in under six months, highlighting the importance of removing barriers in AI success.

Tech industry

Intel's CEO Just Admitted Elon Musk Will Teach Them More Than They'll Teach Him

Intel's CEO acknowledges learning from Elon Musk's expertise in chip business operations, marking a significant shift in the company's approach.

#entrepreneurship

How I taught myself to code, quit my consulting job, and started an AI robotics firm by age 25

Oscar Brisset founded Remy AI, a robotics startup, after teaching himself to code while working at BCG, raising over $650,000 for the venture.

The AI gold rush is pulling workers into startups as layoffs and RTO push them out of corporate jobs

A significant rise in entrepreneurship is driven by AI advancements, return-to-office mandates, and a challenging job market.

How I taught myself to code, quit my consulting job, and started an AI robotics firm by age 25

Oscar Brisset founded Remy AI, a robotics startup, after teaching himself to code while working at BCG, raising over $650,000 for the venture.

The AI gold rush is pulling workers into startups as layoffs and RTO push them out of corporate jobs

A significant rise in entrepreneurship is driven by AI advancements, return-to-office mandates, and a challenging job market.

more#entrepreneurship

Growth hacking

Why the Quietest Voices Often Build the Best Startups

Founders should focus on the quiet strengths within their teams to build resilient companies.

LinkedIn's CEO is moving on; please hold your tearful video tributes | TechCrunch

Ryan Roslansky stepped down as LinkedIn's CEO after six years, succeeded by COO Dan Shapero, leaving a significantly larger platform and revenue.

fromGeekWire

LinkedIn CEO change: Daniel Shapero takes the helm as Ryan Roslansky broadens Microsoft role

Daniel Shapero becomes LinkedIn's new CEO, succeeding Ryan Roslansky, as the company achieves over $5 billion in quarterly revenue.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

LinkedIn CEO transitions to new role focused on AI development

Ryan Roslansky steps down as LinkedIn CEO to focus on AI transformation at Microsoft.

LinkedIn's CEO is moving on; please hold your tearful video tributes | TechCrunch

Ryan Roslansky stepped down as LinkedIn's CEO after six years, succeeded by COO Dan Shapero, leaving a significantly larger platform and revenue.

fromGeekWire

LinkedIn CEO change: Daniel Shapero takes the helm as Ryan Roslansky broadens Microsoft role

Daniel Shapero becomes LinkedIn's new CEO, succeeding Ryan Roslansky, as the company achieves over $5 billion in quarterly revenue.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

LinkedIn CEO transitions to new role focused on AI development

Ryan Roslansky steps down as LinkedIn CEO to focus on AI transformation at Microsoft.

From Daymond John to BillionDollar Startups - How This Media Strategist Turns Founders Into Headlines

You won't excel unless you care - find projects you can authentically throw your energy into.

This CEO lived on canned soup and took just two days off for his daughter's birth. Now he admits he lost sight of proper work-life balance | Fortune

Real work-life balance comes at a personal cost, and sacrifices made during the grind for success can lead to regret.

#ai-agents

fromComputerworld

The agentic AI frenzy increases as more vendors stake their claims

OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are rapidly advancing AI agent technologies to enhance workplace productivity and collaboration.

The agentic AI frenzy increases as more vendors stake their claims

OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are rapidly advancing AI agent technologies to enhance workplace productivity and collaboration.

fromComputerworld

The agentic AI frenzy increases as more vendors stake their claims

OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are rapidly advancing AI agent technologies to enhance workplace productivity and collaboration.

The agentic AI frenzy increases as more vendors stake their claims

OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are rapidly advancing AI agent technologies to enhance workplace productivity and collaboration.

The first StrictlyVC of 2026 kicks off in a week in San Francisco | TechCrunch

StrictlyVC's San Francisco event on April 30 features speakers discussing AI, venture capital, and software development.

I used to be a VC. Now I've found a better way to build a company

Many successful companies raised minimal VC funding, challenging the notion that large investments are necessary for success.

The first StrictlyVC of 2026 kicks off in a week in San Francisco | TechCrunch

StrictlyVC's San Francisco event on April 30 features speakers discussing AI, venture capital, and software development.

I used to be a VC. Now I've found a better way to build a company

Many successful companies raised minimal VC funding, challenging the notion that large investments are necessary for success.

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.

Digital life

Keith Rabois explains why he gave up laptops and desktops

Keith Rabois prefers mobile devices over laptops for work, citing portability and reduced distractions as key benefits.

Digital life

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.

Digital life

Keith Rabois explains why he gave up laptops and desktops

Keith Rabois prefers mobile devices over laptops for work, citing portability and reduced distractions as key benefits.

Upstart's new millennial CEO thinks AI can make every American 10% richer | Fortune

Millennial CEOs see AI as a transformative tool for improving credit access and economic outcomes.

Growth hacking

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.

fromTechzine Global

AI software engineer Devin propels Cognition toward a $25 billion valuation

Cognition aims to raise hundreds of millions at a $25 billion valuation, driven by its autonomous AI developer Devin, which automates full development tasks.

At 'AI Coachella,' Stanford Students Line Up to Learn From Silicon Valley Royalty

Stanford's CS 153 course features prominent tech CEOs as guest lecturers, attracting significant student interest and sparking debate about its educational value.

Venture capitalist Nabeel Hyatt says training robots will reshape the future of work

Robotics requires diverse, real-world data to train models effectively, as environments and tasks vary significantly across different settings.

Cathie Wood Is Loading Up on These 3 Next-Gen Tech Stocks

Cathie Wood's ARK Investment focuses on early identification of disruptive innovations, leading to concentrated positions in volatile but promising companies.

fromThe Nation

Palantir's Manifesto Promises a Dystopian Future

The rise of the Internet has allowed Silicon Valley billionaires to broadcast their ideas, often promoting a technocratic worldview that dismisses equality.

Don't stop hiring humans - stop hiring the wrong humans, Artisan's founder says | TechCrunch

Every founder must assemble the right team to scale, avoiding hiring mistakes that can jeopardize startup success.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says you won't lose your job to AI-you'll lose it to your coworker who uses it | Fortune

AI will not replace jobs, but workers using AI may outpace those who do not.

From the stage to the future: Where are Startup Battlefield's alumni now? | TechCrunch

TechCrunch Startup Battlefield serves as a crucial launchpad for tech companies, enabling them to gain visibility and secure significant funding.

Meet the film school dropout who became a billionaire quantum computing CEO in days thanks to Nvidia | Fortune

Nvidia's endorsement of quantum computing propelled Xanadu's stock and Christian Weedbrook's net worth to new heights in just days.

fromSFGATE

'Don't leave': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells people to stay in California

Jensen Huang advocates for living in California despite high taxes, emphasizing the state's importance for AI jobs and its favorable climate.

fromAlleyWatch

Drones & Robotics AI Summit 2026: Entering the Quantum Era of Autonomy

Physical AI is advancing rapidly, with significant investments and innovations reshaping warfare and technology.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Video: The Resistance to New Technologies

Public skepticism towards A.I. technologies stems from a lack of control and fear of job loss.

Claude Code's product chief says people have serious FOMO over AI's relentless pace

The rapid release of AI products is causing user stress and a fear of missing out on new features.

fromTechzine Global

VAST Data grows extremely fast and is highly profitable; IPO is on the horizon

VAST Data's valuation has surged to $30 billion following its Series F funding round, reflecting significant growth and profitability.

I moved to San Francisco to work in AI. Living here requires sacrifices I gave up normalcy to gain access.

Surrounding oneself with ambitious individuals in San Francisco fuels personal and professional growth in the tech industry.

Anthropic has surged to a trillion-dollar valuation on secondary markets, overtaking OpenAI

Anthropic's valuation has surged to $1 trillion due to high demand for its secondary shares, surpassing OpenAI's valuation of $880 billion.

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