greyparrot London Startup Greyparrot Tackles Global Waste With AI Vision Greyparrot uses computer vision and machine learning to automate and improve the accuracy of waste sorting in recycling facilities.
gv GV CEO Reveals $5 Billion Invested and Hints at Full Uber Exit GV CEO David Krane reveals the Alphabet venture arm has invested $5 billion over the last decade and hints that the firm might sell its remaining Uber shares when the lock-up period ends in November.
salesforce Salesforce Founder Benioff Warns Startups Stay Private Too Long Marc Benioff argues that delayed IPOs allow bad governance to fester at private companies like WeWork and Uber. He also calls for a national privacy law and declares that traditional capitalism is dead.
brex Brex Launches Cash Management Account to Challenge Traditional Banks Fintech startup Brex introduces Brex Cash, a digital cash management account that aims to replace traditional business bank accounts for startups. The new product offers no-fee transactions, points rewards, and a 1.6% yield on deposits.
molecule.one Molecule.one Uses Machine Learning to Solve Drug Synthesis Challenges Molecule.one introduces a machine learning platform that helps pharmaceutical companies turn simulated molecules into real, testable substances by automating complex chemical synthesis paths.
ozoneai OzoneAI Lets Users Sell Data Directly to Advertisers A new startup named OzoneAI allows users to bypass major tech companies and sell their personal data directly to advertisers for cash. The company takes a 30% cut from businesses while promising users more control over their digital information.
render Render Launches Simplified Object Storage at TechCrunch Disrupt Render introduces a new managed object storage service called Render Disk, along with infrastructure as code and one-click launch features, to simplify cloud deployments for developers.
wework WeWork's Collapse Fails to Dim the Core Logic of Venture Capital Despite the spectacular downfall of WeWork and massive losses for SoftBank's Vision Fund, the fundamental nature of venture capital remains unchanged.
peloton Peloton Prices IPO at Top of Range, Reaches $8 Billion Valuation Fitness company Peloton prices its initial public offering at $29 per share, aiming to raise $1.16 billion. The company reports massive revenue growth as it prepares to trade on the Nasdaq.
landline Upfront Ventures Backs Landline in Bid to Revamp Regional Bus Travel Landline raises $3.85 million to connect rural Midwestern communities to airports through a partnership with Sun Country Airlines. The startup aims to make short-haul bus travel a seamless alternative to flying.
lunchclub Lunchclub Raises $4M to Build AI-Powered Professional Matchmaker Lunchclub secures a $4 million seed round led by Andreessen Horowitz to revolutionize professional networking through highly targeted, AI-driven warm introductions.
wework WeWork Delays IPO Amid Investor Pushback Over Valuation The We Company officially delays its highly anticipated initial public offering as Wall Street investors reject its steep valuation and questionable corporate governance.
getaround Car-Sharing Startup Getaround Reaches $1.7 Billion Valuation in New Funding Round SoftBank-backed Getaround is raising $200 million in an equity round that pushes the peer-to-peer car-sharing company into unicorn status. The new capital follows the company's recent $300 million acquisition of European rival Drivy.
graphcore Graphcore CEO to Discuss AI Chip Race at TechCrunch Disrupt Berlin Graphcore co-founder and CEO Nigel Toon joins TechCrunch Disrupt Berlin to discuss the booming market for dedicated AI processors. The $1.7 billion startup competes directly with industry giants by offering specialized Intelligence Processing Units.
venture capital Venture Capital Firms Embrace Once-Fringe Frontier Technologies Venture capital firms are increasingly prioritizing investments in frontier technologies like quantum computing, genetic engineering, and brain-computer interfaces as limited partners seek higher returns outside of traditional enterprise and consumer tech.