Mercor quintuples valuation to $10B with $350M Series C

By Ram Iyer |
2 hours ago
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Mercor, an AI-driven talent platform, has raised $350 million in a Series C round, boosting its valuation to $10 billion. The funding will be used to expand its AI capabilities and global reach.

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Pinterest experiments with new AI-powered personalized boards

By Lauren Forristal |
2 hours ago
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Pinterest is testing AI-powered personalized boards, allowing users to generate custom collections based on their interests. The feature leverages generative AI to enhance user engagement and discovery.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: Day 1

By TechCrunch Events |
4 hours ago
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The first day of TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 kicked off with keynotes, startup pitches, and panels focused on AI innovation, startup growth, and the future of technology.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 begins in less than 24 hours — catch our last ticket deals

By TechCrunch Events |
23 hours ago
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is set to start, featuring last-minute ticket deals for attendees. The event will showcase the latest in AI, startups, and technology trends.

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OpenAI reportedly developing new generative music tool

By Anthony Ha |
2 days ago
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OpenAI is reportedly working on a new generative music tool, aiming to expand its suite of creative AI products. The tool is expected to allow users to generate original music tracks using AI.

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High school’s AI security system confuses Doritos bag for a possible firearm

By Anthony Ha |
2 days ago
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An AI-powered security system at a high school mistakenly identified a Doritos bag as a potential firearm, raising concerns about the reliability and accuracy of AI in security applications.

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Who are AI browsers for?

By Anthony Ha |
2 days ago
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AI browsers are emerging as a new category, offering features like smart search, content summarization, and productivity tools. This article explores who benefits most from these AI-powered browsers.

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The glaring security risks with AI browser agents

By Maxwell Zeff |
2 days ago
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As AI browser agents become more common, significant security risks are emerging, including data privacy concerns and potential vulnerabilities to cyberattacks.

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How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including Spotify, Figma, Canva, and others

By Lauren Forristal |
3 days ago
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OpenAI has introduced new integrations for ChatGPT, allowing users to connect with popular apps like Spotify, Figma, and Canva, streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity.

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The browser wars are back, and this time they’re powered by AI

By Theresa Loconsolo |
3 days ago
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The competition among web browsers is intensifying as AI features become central to user experience, with major players integrating generative AI and smart assistants.

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OpenAI wants to power your browser, and that might be a security nightmare

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OpenAI’s push to integrate its technology into browsers could introduce new security challenges, as AI-powered browsing may expose users to novel threats and privacy issues.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Side Events schedule: Women in Tech, MongoDB, Silkroad Innovation Hub, and more to host

By TechCrunch Events |
3 days ago
Disrupt breakout
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will feature a range of side events, including sessions on women in tech, database innovation, and startup networking opportunities.

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The full breakout session agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

By TechCrunch Events |
3 days ago
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The complete agenda for breakout sessions at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 has been released, covering topics from AI to startup funding and industry trends.

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AI at the edge: How startups are powering the future of space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

By TechCrunch Events |
3 days ago
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Startups are leveraging edge AI to advance space technology, with new solutions showcased at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 highlighting the intersection of AI and aerospace.

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Ticket savings countdown — just 3 days until TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 turns San Francisco into startup city

By TechCrunch Events |
3 days ago