Fizz social app’s CEO on why anon works
A new social media platform, Fizz, is rapidly gaining traction among college students across the United States, offering a departure from the curated content of established networks like Instagram and…
The top 6 media/entertainment startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield
TechCrunch’s annual Startup Battlefield recently concluded its selection process, identifying 200 companies poised for disruption. From that group, 20 startups will compete live for the coveted Startup Battlefield Cup and…
OpenAI bets big on audio as Silicon Valley declares war on screens
OpenAI is significantly investing in audio AI, signaling a broader industry shift towards voice-first computing. The company is reportedly consolidating teams to develop advanced audio models, preparing for the launch…
European banks plan to cut 200,000 jobs as AI takes hold
Europe’s banking jobs are facing significant disruption as financial institutions accelerate adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and streamline operations. A recent analysis by Morgan Stanley, reported by the Financial Times,…
A beginner’s guide to Mastodon, the open source Twitter alternative
Millions of former Twitter users have explored alternative social media platforms in recent years, with Mastodon emerging as a prominent choice. Unlike centralized platforms, Mastodon operates as a decentralized network,…
A guide to choosing the right Apple Watch
This year, Apple released three new Apple Watch models: the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, and Apple Watch Ultra 3. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current…
Even as global crop prices fall, India’s Arya.ag is attracting investors — and staying profitable
Arya.ag, an Indian agritech company specializing in providing storage facilities and agricultural loans to farmers, has secured $81 million in a Series D funding round led by GEF Capital Partners.…
You may soon be able to change your Gmail address
Google is reportedly testing a long-awaited feature that will allow users to change their Gmail address without losing access to their existing data. The change, first discovered on a Hindi-language…
Police charge driver who allegedly killed a pedestrian while livestreaming on TikTok
A driver in Zion, Illinois, is facing felony charges after striking and killing a pedestrian while apparently distracted by a livestream on TikTok. Tynesha McCarty-Wroten, 24, has been charged with…
Sauron, the high-end home security startup for ‘super premium’ customers, plucks a new CEO out of Sonos
The burgeoning market for high-end home security is facing a delay as startup Sauron, backed by prominent investors, pushes its launch timeline to late 2026. Founded in 2024 by serial…