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Google pays SpaceX $920M monthly for cloud computing services
Google will pay SpaceX $920 million a month for computing power, a staggering sum that highlights an unprecedented scramble for AI infrastructure, according to The New York Times and Bloomberg.
Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline is June 8
A single startup will secure $100,000 in equity-free funding this year, but the application window for this life-changing prize slams shut on June 8 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time, confirm TechCrunch and Za
Reid Hoffman to leave Microsoft board for AI startup
After years advising one of the world's most powerful tech companies, Reid Hoffman plans to leave Microsoft's board.
Founders Share VC Horror Stories Naming Names on Viral X Thread
A senior partner at a prestigious venture firm once fell asleep for 30 minutes during a founder's pitch, yet still offered investment, according to Zamin Uz .
StrictlyVC Event Gathers Defense Tech AI Fundraisers in Los Angeles
On June 18, venture capitalists and AI innovators will gather not in a Silicon Valley startup hub, but on the secure campus of The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo.
Founders Fund Launches Game Show Featuring Tech Elites
Sam Altman, Bryan Johnson, and other tech luminaries now star in "MAFIA the GAME," a murder-mystery game show hosted by Founders Fund's chief marketing officer.
Uber deploys vehicles to gather data for self-driving cars
On Friday, Uber quietly began deploying a fleet of 500 modified Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric vehicles, starting on Washington, DC streets, to gather data for its renewed autonomous driving ambitions.
Startup Battlefield Alumni Face Low Follow-On Funding Rates
Only 12% of 200 startups from past Startup Battlefield cohorts secured meaningful follow-on funding within 18 months, despite the program's alumni collectively raising $32 billion.
Nvidia's RTX Spark Superchip Aims to Disrupt PC CPU Market
Nvidia, a company synonymous with graphics cards, just unveiled a new "superchip" and a line of PCs.
Succeed in Startup Battlefield: Judges Seek Clear Value Proposition
Of 112 startups securing seed rounds before Startup Battlefield, only 24 (21%) achieved Series A funding after the event, according to Medium .
YouTube Filmmakers Direct No. 1 Film, Another Performs Strongly
At just 20, Kane Parsons became the youngest filmmaker in Hollywood history to direct a No.
YouTuber Kane Parsons directs new horror movie 'Backrooms'
Kane Parsons' horror film 'Backrooms', directed by a YouTuber, is projected to gross between $85 million and $89 million domestically this weekend, according to Deadline .
SoftBank's French Data Center Investment: €75B Figure Disputed
SoftBank Group plans to inject up to €75 billion into France, aiming to construct 5 gigawatts of AI data center capacity—a sum so vast that even major news outlets are reporting conflicting figures on
Triomics AI Secures $22 Million to Advance Oncology Centers
Triomics, an AI platform deployed by institutions like Memorial Sloan Kettering, has secured $22 million in Series B funding.
Rivian R2 Performance SUV orders begin June 9
On June 9, Rivian will begin delivering its R2 SUV, but only the R2 Performance with Launch Package will be available to order, starting just under $60,000.
Google AI Overviews struggle with basic spelling
Google's AI Overview incorrectly stated there are two 'P's in 'Google', a fundamental error that immediately undermined its advanced technological premise.
Ghost hackers exploit NSA tools, fueling unsolved cybersecurity mysteries
In 2016, an enigmatic group known as The Shadow Brokers surfaced online, dumping a trove of NSA hacking tools, including EternalBlue.
Ferrari Unveils First Electric Car, The Luce, in 2026
Ferrari's first fully electric car, the Luce, has debuted with a $640,000 price tag, making it one of the most expensive EVs ever.
Dutch government blocks Kyndryl's Solvinity acquisition over public interest
The Dutch State Secretary of Economic Affairs has blocked American IT giant Kyndryl from acquiring Dutch cloud provider Solvinity, citing a risk to the public interest, according to TechCrunch and NL
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Pass Options and Discounts
A student can attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 for just $189, less than a third of the standard investor pass, but only if they register before May 29, according to TechCrunch .
Top 5 Reasons Mobile DJs Trust The DJ Hookup Over Big-Box Retailers
Mobile DJs trust The DJ Hookup over big-box retailers because of their expert advice from actual DJs, a curated selection of professional-grade equipment, and a focus on total value over just sticker price. This specialist approach helps DJs avoid costly mistakes and invest in reliable gear for their careers.
eSports startup Lucra lands $20M Series B with AI pitch trick
Lucra Sports founder Dylan Robbins secured a $20 million Series B round from ARK Invest Venture Fund.
ClickUp lays off 22% of staff amid AI-driven restructuring
ClickUp, a productivity software company, replaced hundreds of human employees with 3,000 internal AI agents, leading to a 22% workforce reduction, according to TechCrunch .
Dreamie alarm clock aims to help users ditch phones before sleep
For $249.99, the new Dreamie device promises to stop phone use in bed. It integrates podcast playback and a 'wind down' mode, aiming to create a screen-free sleep environment, according to TechCrunch