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Venture capital for Black-founded startups sees sharp decline
In 2023, Black-founded U.S. startups captured less than 0.5% of the $140.4 billion in venture funding, a stark decline from previous years.
AI transforms software testing into predictive quality engineering
As telecom operators deploy real cloud-native 5G cores, a stark gap emerges between vendors delivering functional solutions and those offering only demonstrations.
Triomics AI secures $22M to streamline oncology centers
Top cancer centers like Memorial Sloan Kettering and Yale Cancer Center deploy Triomics' AI to automate tasks.
Google AI Overview struggles with basic spelling and accuracy
Google's AI Overview recently claimed there are two 'P's in 'Google', a stark error for a system designed to deliver definitive answers, according to TechCrunch .
Vertu Alphafold Starts at $6,880 for CEO-Focused AI Phone
Vertu's new Alphafold foldable phone, starting at $6,880, features an AI assistant called Hermes Agent.
Ferrari Reveals $640,000 Electric Vehicle, the Luce
Ferrari's first electric vehicle, the Luce, will cost buyers a staggering $640,000, according to BBC .
Iranian hackers breach Los Angeles transit system
Iranian state-backed hackers stole 700 gigabytes of sensitive data from the Los Angeles transit system and caused a system shutdown in March, directly impacting public transportation.
Dutch government blocks Kyndryl acquisition of Solvinity
The Dutch government has blocked a 100 million euro acquisition of cloud services provider Solvinity by US giant Kyndryl, citing an unprecedented 'risk to the public interest'.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass prices increase after May 8
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is still over a year away, but attendees have less than a week to lock in current pass prices before they jump after May 8.
Pope Leo XIV Publishes First Encyclical on AI Safeguarding
In a sweeping 42,300-word manifesto, Pope Leo XIV declared it 'not permissible' to entrust irreversible, lethal decisions to AI systems, directly challenging the rapid, unregulated advance of artifici
Why AI-Powered Analytics Makes Extreme Aerial Productions' LiDAR Mapping Essential for 2026
AI-powered analytics is making LiDAR mapping essential, transforming raw data into strategic insights for modern projects. Extreme Aerial Productions leverages this technology to deliver actionable intelligence, crucial for success in the coming years.
ClickUp lays off 22% of staff amid AI automation shift
ClickUp, a productivity software company, replaced hundreds of its human employees with thousands of AI agents, while simultaneously announcing salary bands that reach $1 million per year in cash for
Tesla Robotaxi Wait Times Nearly Triple Waymo's, Study Finds
In San Francisco, a Tesla robotaxi ride might cost you just $8.
Peec startup revenue growth crosses $10 million milestone
Just six months after raising $21 million, AI startup Peec AI has surged past $10 million in annualized revenue, highlighting a dramatic shift in what defines startup success.
Google AI Overviews disregard definition results
When searching for the word 'disregard' on Google, the AI Overview currently responds: 'Understood.
Spotify Lets Premium Users Create AI Covers, Remixes of UMG Songs
For the first time, premium Spotify users can now create AI-generated covers and remixes of songs from Universal Music Group artists, marking a direct entry into user-driven AI music creation.
Apple asks Supreme Court to review Epic Games lawsuit rulings
In April 2025, a judge found Apple in contempt of court for willfully violating a 2021 injunction, continuing to charge high fees on link-outs despite being ordered to stop, according to MacRumors .
Spotify Introduces AI Tool for Audiobook Creation with ElevenLabs
Spotify introduced an AI tool, powered by ElevenLabs, allowing authors to self-publish audiobooks on its platform without needing an exclusive contract.
Spotify Launches AI-Powered Personalized Podcasts
Spotify is launching 'Studio,' an experimental desktop app.
Startup Uses AI to Personalize Fragrance, Disrupting Traditional Industry
Fragrance tech company Patina secured $2 million to develop Sense1, an AI foundation model, according to TechCrunch .
Spotify app launches AI suite, challenging Google NotebookLM features
Spotify Technology (SPOT) share price surged 13% on Thursday, its best day in over three months.
Google AI agents enhance search with advanced capabilities
Google is launching advanced AI-powered 'information agents' that can monitor specific topics in the background.
Google IO 2026 Unveils AI Gmail Inbox Features for Smarter Communication
At Google IO 2026, Google unveiled Gmail Live, a feature enabling users to dictate commands directly to their email inbox.
YouTube launches AI video search feature Ask YouTube
Starting this week, YouTube is making its Gemini Omni Flash AI available for free in Shorts and YouTube Create.