Paid, the AI agent ‘results-based billing’ startup from Manny Medina, raises huge $21M seed

By Julie Bort |
2 hours ago
Manny Medina
Paid, a startup focused on AI-driven results-based billing, has raised a significant $21 million seed round led by Manny Medina. The company aims to revolutionize how businesses handle billing and payments using artificial intelligence.

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The AI services transformation may be harder than VCs think

By Connie Loizos |
5 hours ago
Investors line up to back startups that help other startups shut down
Venture capitalists are optimistic about the AI services sector, but the transformation may be more challenging than anticipated. The article explores the hurdles facing startups and investors in this rapidly evolving space.

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The billion-dollar infrastructure deals powering the AI boom

By Russell Brandom |
12 hours ago
Modern data center with servers with lights on them.
The AI industry is experiencing a surge in billion-dollar infrastructure deals, fueling the rapid expansion of data centers and cloud services. These investments are critical to supporting the computational demands of advanced AI models.

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Wiz chief technologist Ami Luttwak on how AI is transforming cyberattacks

By Rebecca Bellan |
17 hours ago
Wiz logo displayed on a smartphone
Ami Luttwak, chief technologist at Wiz, discusses how artificial intelligence is changing the landscape of cybersecurity. AI is enabling more sophisticated cyberattacks, but also providing new tools for defense.

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Beware coworkers who produce AI-generated ‘workslop’

By Anthony Ha |
1 day ago
The rise of AI-generated content in the workplace is leading to concerns about “workslop”—low-quality, automated output that can undermine productivity and trust among colleagues.

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AI startup Friend spent more than $1M on all those subway ads

By Anthony Ha |
2 days ago
New York City Subway Platform
AI startup Friend invested over $1 million in subway advertising campaigns, aiming to boost brand awareness and attract new users in a competitive market.

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How South Korea plans to best OpenAI, Google, others with homegrown AI

By Kate Park |
2 days ago
South Korea is investing heavily in domestic AI development to compete with global leaders like OpenAI and Google, focusing on innovation and national strategy.

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What’s behind the massive AI data center headlines?

By Maxwell Zeff |
2 days ago
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The article delves into the reasons for the surge in AI data center investments, examining the technological and economic factors driving this trend.

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YouTube Music tests AI hosts that share trivia and commentary

By Aisha Malik |
2 days ago
The YouTube Music app seen displayed on a smartphone screen and a YouTube Music logo in the background.
YouTube Music is experimenting with AI-powered hosts that provide users with trivia and commentary, enhancing the listening experience with interactive features.

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Everyone’s still throwing billions at AI data centers

By Theresa Loconsolo |
3 days ago
Jensen Huang
Investment in AI data centers continues to soar, with billions being allocated to build the infrastructure necessary for next-generation artificial intelligence applications.

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The Trump administration is going after semiconductor imports

By Rebecca Szkutak |
3 days ago
AI Chip technology concept. 3D render Etched, Artificial Intelligence Diffusion Rule
The Trump administration is targeting semiconductor imports, a move that could have significant implications for the global AI and tech industries.

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From $100B OpenAI deals to $100K visa fees

By Theresa Loconsolo, Anthony Ha, Maxwell Zeff |
3 days ago
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Testifies In Senate Commerce Committee Hearing On The AI Race
This podcast episode covers the spectrum from massive OpenAI deals to the high costs of visa fees for tech talent, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in the AI sector.

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Today is the last day to save up to $668 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 tickets

By TechCrunch Events |
3 days ago
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is offering significant ticket savings for a limited time, encouraging early registration for the annual technology conference.

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How developers are using Apple’s local AI models with iOS 26

By Ivan Mehta |
3 days ago
array of iPhones with Apple Intelligence logos above
Developers are leveraging Apple’s new local AI models in iOS 26 to create more private and efficient applications, reducing reliance on cloud-based processing.

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Aaron Levie on building for the long game in enterprise software at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

By TechCrunch Events |
3 days ago
Box CEO Aaron Levie on stage at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco in 2019.
Box CEO Aaron Levie shares insights on building enterprise software for long-term success, emphasizing adaptability and innovation in a changing tech landscape.

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Microsoft cuts cloud services to Israeli military unit over Palestinian surveillance

By Rebecca Szkutak |
3 days ago
Microsoft
Microsoft has decided to cut cloud services to an Israeli military unit following concerns over surveillance of Palestinians, highlighting the ethical challenges tech companies face.

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT Pulse to proactively write you morning briefs

By Maxwell Zeff