The 9 top cybersecurity startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield
The escalating threat of cyberattacks, particularly those leveraging artificial intelligence, is driving innovation in the cybersecurity space. TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield 2024 recently highlighted 200 startups poised to disrupt various industries,…
Treat yourself: The best smart glasses to buy with your holiday gift money
Although smart glasses have been around for several years, advancements in technology are rapidly increasing their functionality, leading some to predict they will eventually replace smartphones. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg…
Naware’s chemical-free weed killer tech could change how we treat lawns
A new startup, Naware, is aiming to disrupt the weed control industry with a novel, chemical-free approach. The company has developed a system utilizing computer vision and high-temperature steam to…
Equity’s 2026 Predictions: AI Agents, Blockbuster IPOs, and the Future of VC
The tech industry is bracing for significant shifts in 2026, according to recent predictions from industry analysts at TechCrunch’s Equity podcast. Discussions centered on the evolution of artificial intelligence, venture…
What’s ahead for startups and VCs in 2026? Investors weigh in
The venture capital landscape is bracing for a pivotal 2026, with investors anticipating a shift from the rapid growth and easy funding of recent years to a more discerning market.…
Brigitte Bardot, legendary French film star who gave up movies for animal rights, dies at 91
Legendary French actress Brigitte Bardot, a global icon of cinema and later a dedicated animal rights activist, has died at the age of 91. The news was announced Sunday by…
As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help
A growing number of people are turning to apps to forge friendships, driven by increasing rates of loneliness and social isolation. The U.S. Surgeon General recently highlighted this as a…
How reality crushed Ÿnsect, the French startup that had raised over $600M for insect farming
French insect farming startup Ÿnsect, once hailed as a leader in sustainable protein production, has entered judicial liquidation – a form of bankruptcy – after failing to achieve profitability despite…
The 7 top space and defense tech startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield
The burgeoning field of space and defense technology continues to attract significant investment and innovation, as evidenced by the recent TechCrunch Startup Battlefield selections. From propellantless propulsion systems to AI-powered…
NY Governor Hochul signs bill requiring warning labels on ‘addictive’ social media
New York state is taking a significant step towards regulating social media and protecting young users. Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation this week mandating warning labels on platforms employing features…