Tech founder throws hat in California governor’s race
A Bay Area tech founder, Ethan Agarwal, says he’s running for California governor.
How chatbot design choices are fueling AI delusions
Experts say that many of the AI industry’s design decisions are likely to fuel episodes of AI psychosis. Many raised concerns about several tendencies that are unrelated to underlying capability, including models’
Caesars latest live dealer push: Gimmick or the future of the table?
This year has seen gaming titan Caesars introduce live dealer studios, merging the digital world with the physical. It’s a new experience for players, with the brand having just expanded into its third major
Silicon Valley is pouring millions into pro-AI PACs to sway midterms
The new pro-AI super-PAC network dubbed Leading the Future aims to use campaign donations and digital ads to advocate for favorable AI regulation and oppose candidates that the group thinks will stifle the industry.
Yottar wants to help energy users find capacity on the electrical grid
The startup maps utility assets and collects data on electricity demand, which helps customers find locations ripe for upgrades or new equipment.
Apple might opt for a curved glassed design for 20th anniversary iPhone
Apple is likely to debut a new curved glass design for the 20th anniversary iPhone in 2027
Volunteer opportunities still open for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Whether you want to launch your own startup, build your event chops, or get inspired by real traction stories, volunteering at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is your backstage pass to see how a world-class tech conference
Robomart unveils new delivery robot with $3 flat fee to challenge DoorDash, Uber Eats
Robomart’s RM5 autonomous delivery robot can carry up to 50 pounds and deliver multiple customer orders at once.
Next set of VC judges locked in for Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
The Startup Battlefield 2025 judging panel is getting even stronger. Our first wave of VCs brought serious firepower, and now we’re adding more top investors who will grill founders, unpack the big questions, and
Our Children Are Not Ready: A Generational Crisis in the Age of AI
Children are growing up in an AI-driven world without the resilience or skills they need. Unsupervised online spaces and outdated classrooms are leaving a generation unprepared for the future, creating a crisis with