apple Apple's New Media Services Create Interconnected Subscription Ecosystem Apple unveils a suite of subscription products that individually lack shock value but collectively represent a massive company transformation. TechCrunch's Editor-in-Chief analyzes the hidden advantages within this new interconnected media ecosystem.
entrepreneur first Entrepreneur First Showcases 29 New Startups Across Europe Entrepreneur First hosts its eleventh Demo Day in London, featuring 29 newly formed startups from across Europe. The event follows a recent $115 million fundraise to back over 2,200 individuals in the next three years.
eu European Parliament Approves Controversial Copyright Reform Despite Mass Protests The European Parliament passes a divisive copyright overhaul that holds platforms liable for user uploads, ignoring massive public opposition and narrow rejections of key amendments.
apple Apple Launches Apple News+ Subscription for $9.99 Monthly Apple introduces Apple News+, a premium subscription tier offering access to over 300 magazines and newspapers for $9.99 per month. The service features a redesigned reading experience with animated covers and curated content.
google Google Stadia Faces Critical Questions Over Game Library and Pricing Google's new Stadia game streaming platform impresses with its technical capabilities but leaves major questions unanswered regarding its game selection and business model.
tesla Tesla Prepares to Unveil Model Y Compact SUV in Los Angeles Tesla reveals its highly anticipated Model Y compact SUV tonight in Los Angeles, streaming live for registered viewers. The vehicle promises to be slightly larger and more expensive than the Model 3, though manufacturing details remain the key focus.
google Google Removes 2.3 Billion Bad Ads, Shifts Focus to Banning Accounts Google reports removing 2.3 billion policy-violating ads in 2018 and introduces a new Ad Policy Manager. The company emphasizes a strategic shift toward terminating bad accounts entirely to prevent malicious ads at their source.
uber Uber Seeks Up to $1 Billion for Self-Driving Unit Ahead of IPO Uber negotiates a massive funding round for its autonomous vehicle division, aiming for a valuation up to $10 billion. The deal helps boost the company's public image as it prepares for its initial public offering.
icon aircraft ICON A5 Amphibious Aircraft Makes Flying Simple and Accessible A ride in ICON Aircraft's innovative A5 reveals how modern design transforms general aviation from a complicated, 20th-century experience into an intuitive and highly accessible activity.
tufts university Tufts Faces Backlash After Expelling Vet Student Over Disputed Hacking Claims Tufts University expels a veterinary student accused of hacking the grading system, but strong alibis and digital evidence suggest she is innocent. The student now faces massive debt and a ruined career as she fights to clear her name.
facebook Zuckerberg's Late Privacy Pivot Fails to Convince Skeptics Mark Zuckerberg publishes a lengthy manifesto declaring a new privacy-focused vision for Facebook, but critics remain deeply skeptical of the sudden shift. The timing raises eyebrows as the company faces intense regulatory scrutiny and ongoing public backlash.
ethics Tech Industry Grapples With Growing Inequality and Ethical Responsibility Harvard and MIT humanist chaplain Greg Epstein launches a new ethics series by interviewing prominent inequality critic Anand Giridharadas about the tech industry's role in modern capitalism.
patreon Patreon Faces Big Creator Economy Opportunities Amid Niche Market Limits Patreon stands as the leading membership platform for creators, but its path to massive revenue depends on a relatively small pool of high-earning artists. As major tech companies and startups race to offer creator monetization tools, Patreon's ultimate financial ceiling remains uncertain.
samsung Samsung Unpacked Reveals Foldable Phone, Four S10 Models, And New Wearables Samsung unveils a massive hardware lineup at its Unpacked event, headlined by the $1,980 Galaxy Fold and a four-model Galaxy S10 series. The company also introduces new wireless earbuds and a health-focused smartwatch.
samsung Samsung Unveils Polished Galaxy Fold With 7.3-Inch Display Samsung officially reveals the Galaxy Fold, a slick foldable smartphone that transforms from a 4.6-inch phone into a 7.3-inch tablet. The device features massive specs, six cameras, and a premium price tag.