October 26, 2025

Who are AI browsers for?: OpenAI launched an AI-powered browser this week, but it feels like it offers a slight efficiency gain at best. Read More

If you're not an AI startup, good luck raising money from VCs: New PitchBook data illustrates how dramatically AI is dominating startup investment, with 2025 on-track to become the first year when AI accounts for more than half of all VC money invested. Read More

Less than 24 hours until 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators hit TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — and ticket rates rise: The countdown is almost over — tomorrow's the day! In less than 24 hours, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes over Moscone West. From October 27–29, 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators will flood San Francisco for three days of building, connecting, and deal-making. We're just days away from live demos of never-before-seen tech and high-stakes pitches as startups compete for the $100,000 prize. The stages are being set. Booths are lighting up. Founders are fine-tuning their pitches. Investors are clearing calendars. When the excitement kicks off, the nonstop conversations, demos, and deals will begin. These are your final hours to save up to $444, bring a plus-one for 60% off, or lock in up to 30% off group discounts. Every conversation shapes what's next  Across every stage, one truth stands out: innovation isn't confined to one role or title. Founders are seeking investors. Investors are scanning for signals. Builders are architecting what's next.  At Disrupt 2025, these worlds collide — in 1:1 meetings, live sessions, and side events where chance encounters turn into partnerships. Whether you're pitching, funding, scaling, or reinventing, this is where the global startup ecosystem connects to make things happen. Find your ticket type. Founders: learn, pitch, fund, repeat  Every founder at Disrupt shows up with the same mission — sharpen the story, meet the right investors, and walk away stronger. Learn how agentic AI is rewriting the startup playbook, how to stand out in a crowded market, and smarter ways to fund your next stage, and how to Read More

Join 10,000+ founders, VCs, operators, and tech innovators on October 27–29 in San Francisco for Disrupt 2025. Get access to 250+ top voices, 200+ sessions, and 300+ innovations. Learn from Microsoft, Reddit, Netflix, Amazon, and more. Save up to $444 on your pass, 60% on a plus-one, or 15% to 30% on group passes.

OpenAI reportedly developing new generative music tool: Such a tool could be used to add music to existing videos, or to add guitar accompaniment to an existing vocal track, sources said. Read More

High school's AI security system confuses Doritos bag for a possible firearm: A high school student in Baltimore County, Maryland was reportedly handcuffed and searched after an AI security system flagged his bag of chips as a possible firearm. Read More

TikTok robot star Rizzbot gave me the middle finger: About a week ago, I woke to a dizzying DM on Instagram — Rizzbot flipping me off. This sent me down a rabbit hole about humanoids in society. Read More

India, the market BlaBlaCar once walked away from, is now its biggest: BlaBlaCar is seeing rapid growth in India, with 20 million passengers expected this year — up 50% from last year. Read More

The glaring security risks with AI browser agents: New AI browsers from OpenAI and Perplexity promise to increase user productivity, but they also come with increased security risks. Read More

Join Qualcomm's expert panel to see how Snapdragon's on-device AI helps enterprises cut costs, speed up workflows, and deliver smarter results in real time. Learn how on-device vs. cloud AI impacts your bottom line. Hear real enterprise success stories and ROI case studies. Explore Snapdragon's partner ecosystem driving next-gen innovation. Don't miss practical insights on how to put AI to work — right on your device. Sign up now to get event updates and access the livestream.

Less than 24 hours until 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators hit TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — and ticket rates rise: The countdown is almost over — tomorrow's the day! In less than 24 hours, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes over Moscone West. From October 27–29, 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators will flood San Francisco for three days of building, connecting, and deal-making. We're just days away from live demos of never-before-seen tech and high-stakes pitches as startups compete for the $100,000 prize. The stages are being set. Booths are lighting up. Founders are fine-tuning their pitches. Investors are clearing calendars. When the excitement kicks off, the nonstop conversations, demos, and deals will begin. These are your final hours to save up to $444, bring a plus-one for 60% off, or lock in up to 30% off group discounts. Every conversation shapes what's next  Across every stage, one truth stands out: innovation isn't confined to one role or title. Founders are seeking investors. Investors are scanning for signals. Builders are architecting what's next.  At Disrupt 2025, these worlds collide — in 1:1 meetings, live sessions, and side events where chance encounters turn into partnerships. Whether you're pitching, funding, scaling, or reinventing, this is where the global startup ecosystem connects to make things happen. Find your ticket type. Founders: learn, pitch, fund, repeat  Every founder at Disrupt shows up with the same mission — sharpen the story, meet the right investors, and walk away stronger. Learn how agentic AI is rewriting the startup playbook, how to stand out in a crowded market, and smarter ways to fund your next stage, and how to Read More

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Side Events schedule: Women in Tech, MongoDB, Silkroad Innovation Hub, and more to host: With TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 right around the corner, we're thrilled to introduce the companies hosting Side Events that will extend the buzz and excitement to the thousands of attendees and Silicon Valley locals alike. Read More

The full breakout session agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: The full Disrupt 2025 breakout session agenda is now live. Join for tactical, small-group learning on AI, fundraising, M&A, workflows, and more. Browse the full lineup and register today to save up to $444, and get 60% off a second pass before prices rise on October 27. Read More

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Musk's ad chief at X departs after just 10 months: The revolving door reportedly reflects deeper tensions. Read More

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October 24, 2025

EC finds Meta and TikTok breached transparency rules under DSA: The European Commission said on Friday that it has preliminarily found that both companies are not complying with rules of the Digital Services Act (DSA) that mandate them to give researchers adequate access to public data. Read More

How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including Spotify, Figma, Canva, and others: Learn how to use Spotify, Canva, Figma, Expedia, and other apps directly in ChatGPT. Read More

Instagram's latest feature lets you go back to see your watched Reels: With this new feature, users can go back and find videos they might not have had the chance to save. Read More

The data centers needed to scale AI require significant amounts of reliable power that's available around the clock. Chevron is offering unique power solutions that aim to deliver new, reliable 24/7 power generation needed to accelerate American AI leadership, reduce the risk of consumer impacts, and lessen the burden on the existing grid.

Arbor's 'vegetarian rocket engine' power plant is actually an omnivore: As demand for electricity from data centers grows, Arbor Energy has made its power plant capable of burning natural gas in addition to biomass. Read More

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Side Events schedule: Women in Tech, MongoDB, Silkroad Innovation Hub, and more to host: With TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 right around the corner, we're thrilled to introduce the companies hosting Side Events that will extend the buzz and excitement to the thousands of attendees and Silicon Valley locals alike. Read More

The full breakout session agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: The full Disrupt 2025 breakout session agenda is now live. Join for tactical, small-group learning on AI, fundraising, M&A, workflows, and more. Browse the full lineup and register today to save up to $444, and get 60% off a second pass before prices rise on October 27. Read More

Automattic files counterclaims against WP Engine in WordPress lawsuit, alleging trademark misuse: Automattic has filed counterclaims against WP Engine, alleging that the company — backed by private equity firm Silver Lake — misused WordPress and WooCommerce trademarks, misled users, and undermined the open source community. Read More

Rivian will pay $250M to settle lawsuit over R1 price hike: The three-year-old lawsuit centered on Rivian's sudden decision to increase prices on the R1 lineup in 2022, which sank the stock price. Read More

Türkiye ranked among the top 10 in EMEA as a vibrant hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. "Türkiye: A Leading Hub for Technology Startups and Tech Companies in EMEA" report shares the ecosystem's key trends and dynamics. Global investors and entrepreneurs are invited to join Türkiye's journey as it evolves into an opportunity-rich ecosystem.

Cluely's Roy Lee joins TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 to show how rage-baiting cuts through the AI noise : Cluely's Roy Lee isn't afraid to stir the pot — and he's taking that bold energy to the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, happening October 27–29 at San Francisco's Moscone West. Register now to join, and save up to $444 on your pass + 60% off a second. Read More

Announcing the top judges for the final round of Startup Battlefield 200, only at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 : At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, the Startup Battlefield 200 finalists will take the stage one last time to compete for the $100,000 equity-free prize. Deciding their fate will be a select group of the most respected and influential investors in the industry — our final round judges. Meet them here. Read More

Get hands-on: The full lineup of interactive roundtables at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 roundtables bring founders, investors, and operators together for interactive small-group discussions on AI, fintech, space, and more. Check the full schedule, and don't miss your chance to save up to $444 and 60% off a second pass before prices rise at the door. Read More

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AI at the edge: How startups are powering the future of space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: Just 3 days until liftoff for Disrupt 2025 — and the Space Stage is ready to explore the future of space tech (and every other frontier of innovation). Adam Maher (Ursa), Dr. Lucy Hoag (Violet Labs), and Dr. Debra L. Emmons (The Aerospace Corporation) will unpack how AI is transforming life in orbit. Register now to save up to $444 on your pass, and 60% on a second. Read More

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