Why Serve Robotics is acquiring a hospital assistant robot company
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/why-serve-robotics-is-acquiring-a-hospital-assistant-robot-company/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/why-serve-robotics-is-acquiring-a-hospital-assistant-robot-company/
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Why Serve Robotics is acquiring a hospital assistant robot company | TechCrunch
Diligent Robotics is a startup that builds robots designed to assist in hospitals by delivering lab samples, supplies, and other tasks. The deal values Diligent's common stock at $29 million.
Elon Musk says Tesla’s restarted Dojo3 will be for ‘space-based AI compute’
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/elon-musk-says-teslas-restarted-dojo3-will-be-for-space-based-ai-compute/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/elon-musk-says-teslas-restarted-dojo3-will-be-for-space-based-ai-compute/
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Elon Musk says Tesla’s restarted Dojo3 will be for ‘space-based AI compute’ | TechCrunch
Tesla aims to restart work on Dojo3, its previously abandoned third-generation AI chip. Only this time, Dojo3 won’t be aimed at training self-driving models on Earth. Instead, Musk says it will be dedicated to “space-based AI compute.”
In an effort to protect young users, ChatGPT will now predict how old you are
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/in-an-effort-to-protect-young-users-chatgpt-will-now-predict-how-old-you-are/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/in-an-effort-to-protect-young-users-chatgpt-will-now-predict-how-old-you-are/
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In an effort to protect young users, ChatGPT will now predict how old you are | TechCrunch
The feature is designed to stop problematic content from being delivered to users under the age of 18.
Netflix to redesign its app as it competes with social platforms for daily engagement
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/netflix-to-redesign-its-app-as-it-competes-with-social-platforms-for-daily-engagement/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/netflix-to-redesign-its-app-as-it-competes-with-social-platforms-for-daily-engagement/
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Netflix to redesign its app as it competes with social platforms for daily engagement | TechCrunch
At the center of the redesign is deeper integration of vertical video feeds, which the streaming giant has been experimenting with since May.
Anthropic’s CEO stuns Davos with Nvidia criticism
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/anthropics-ceo-stuns-davos-with-nvidia-criticism/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/anthropics-ceo-stuns-davos-with-nvidia-criticism/
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Anthropic's CEO stuns Davos with Nvidia criticism | TechCrunch
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei unloaded on both the administration and U.S. chip companies over plans to sell to China. The criticism was particularly notable because one of those chipmakers, Nvidia, is a major partner and investor in Anthropic.
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Bolna nabs $6.3 million from General Catalyst for its India-focused voice orchestration platform
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/bolna-nabs-6-3-million-from-general-catalyst-for-its-india-focused-voice-orchestration-platform/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/bolna-nabs-6-3-million-from-general-catalyst-for-its-india-focused-voice-orchestration-platform/
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Bolna nabs $6.3M from General Catalyst for its India-focused voice orchestration platform | TechCrunch
Bolna said that 75% of its revenue is coming from self-serve customers.
Amagi slides in India debut, as cloud TV software firm tests investor appetite
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/amagi-slides-in-india-debut-as-cloud-tv-software-firm-tests-investor-appetite/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/amagi-slides-in-india-debut-as-cloud-tv-software-firm-tests-investor-appetite/
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Amagi slides in India debut, as cloud TV software firm tests investor appetite | TechCrunch
Amagi shares debuted at a 12% discount, offering an early read on investor demand for a rare type of tech listing in India.
Snap reaches settlement in social media addiction lawsuit
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/snap-reaches-settlement-in-social-media-addiction-lawsuit/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/20/snap-reaches-settlement-in-social-media-addiction-lawsuit/
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Snap reaches settlement in social media addiction lawsuit | TechCrunch
Snap is still a defendant in similar cases related to social media addiction.
India’s app downloads rebounded to 25.5 billion in 2025, fueled by AI assistants and microdrama boom
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/indias-app-downloads-rebounded-to-25-5-billion-in-2025-fueled-by-ai-assistants-and-microdrama-boom/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/indias-app-downloads-rebounded-to-25-5-billion-in-2025-fueled-by-ai-assistants-and-microdrama-boom/
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India's app downloads rebounded to 25.5 billion in 2025, fueled by AI assistants and microdrama boom | TechCrunch
ChatGPT was the second most downloaded app in India for 2025 after Instagram.
Consumers spent more on mobile apps than games in 2025, driven by AI app adoption
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/consumers-spent-more-on-mobile-apps-than-games-in-2025-driven-by-ai-app-adoption/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/consumers-spent-more-on-mobile-apps-than-games-in-2025-driven-by-ai-app-adoption/
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Consumers spent more on mobile apps than games in 2025, driven by AI app adoption | TechCrunch
Consumers spent more money in mobile apps than games in 2025, driven by AI app adoption.
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Language learning marketplace Preply’s unicorn status embodies Ukrainian resilience
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/language-learning-marketplace-preplys-unicorn-status-embodies-ukrainian-resilience/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/language-learning-marketplace-preplys-unicorn-status-embodies-ukrainian-resilience/
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Language learning marketplace Preply's unicorn status embodies Ukrainian resilience | TechCrunch
Language learning marketplace Preply is now valued at $1.2 billion after raising a $150 million Series D round that marks a new chapter for the 14-year-old company.
Adobe Acrobat now lets you edit files using prompts, generate podcast summaries
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/adobe-acrobat-now-lets-you-edit-files-using-prompts-generate-podcast-summaries/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/adobe-acrobat-now-lets-you-edit-files-using-prompts-generate-podcast-summaries/
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Adobe Acrobat now lets you edit files using prompts, generate podcast summaries | TechCrunch
Adobe is adding AI tools to Acrobat, including the ability to generate podcast summaries of files, create presentations, and a way for users to edit files using prompts.
PraxisPro raises $6M seed from AlleyCorp to coach medical sales reps
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/praxispro-raises-6m-seed-from-alleycorp-to-coach-medical-sales-reps/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/praxispro-raises-6m-seed-from-alleycorp-to-coach-medical-sales-reps/
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PraxisPro raises $6M seed from AlleyCorp to coach medical sales reps | TechCrunch
PraxisPro, founded by a former pharma sales rep, offers small language model AI training specifically designed for medical product sales.
NYT Games’ Scrabble-like game Crossplay is a dream come true
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/nyt-games-scrabble-like-game-crossplay-is-a-dream-come-true/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/nyt-games-scrabble-like-game-crossplay-is-a-dream-come-true/
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NYT Games' Scrabble-like game Crossplay is a dream come true | TechCrunch
This new Scrabble-inspired game is a distraction-free alternative to ad-loaded competitors like Words With Friends.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets now on sale: Lowest rates all year
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/techcrunch-disrupt-2026-tickets-now-on-sale-lowest-rates-all-year/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/techcrunch-disrupt-2026-tickets-now-on-sale-lowest-rates-all-year/
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets now on sale: Lowest rates all year | TechCrunch
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets are officially on sale. Save up to $680 on your ticket and be among the first 500 registrants to score a +1 pass at 50% off.
OpenAI aims to ship its first device in 2026, and it could be earbuds
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/openai-aims-to-ship-its-first-device-in-2026-and-it-could-be-earbuds/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/openai-aims-to-ship-its-first-device-in-2026-and-it-could-be-earbuds/
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OpenAI aims to ship its first device in 2026, and it could be earbuds | TechCrunch
The AI startup is on track to announce its first hardware device in the second half of this year, OpenAI Chief Global Affairs Officer Chris Lehane said during an interview at Davos.
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YouTube will soon let creators make Shorts with their own AI likeness
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/youtube-will-soon-let-creators-make-shorts-with-their-own-ai-likeness/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/youtube-will-soon-let-creators-make-shorts-with-their-own-ai-likeness/
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YouTube will soon let creators make Shorts with their own AI likeness | TechCrunch
YouTube Shorts viewers might soon see AI versions of their favorite creators when scrolling through their feeds.
OpenAI’s former sales leader joins VC firm Acrew: OpenAI taught her where startups can build a ‘moat’
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/openais-former-sales-leader-joins-vc-firm-acrew-openai-taught-her-where-startups-can-build-a-moat/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/openais-former-sales-leader-joins-vc-firm-acrew-openai-taught-her-where-startups-can-build-a-moat/
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OpenAI’s former sales leader joins VC firm Acrew: OpenAI taught her where startups can build a ‘moat’ | TechCrunch
Aliisa Rosenthal has found a new career as a VC. She knows what startups can do to protect themselves from the model makers eating their markets.
OpenEvidence hits $12B valuation, with new round led by Thrive, DST
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/openevidence-hits-12b-valuation-with-new-round-led-by-thrive-dst/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/openevidence-hits-12b-valuation-with-new-round-led-by-thrive-dst/
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OpenEvidence hits $12B valuation, with new round led by Thrive, DST | TechCrunch
The medical info database has doubled in valuation since last raise in October, despite encroachment from model makers.
Blue Origin’s satellite internet network TeraWave will move data at 6Tbps
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/blue-origins-satellite-internet-network-terawave-will-move-data-at-6tbps/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/blue-origins-satellite-internet-network-terawave-will-move-data-at-6tbps/
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Blue Origin's satellite internet network TeraWave will move data at 6 Tbps | TechCrunch
The network will be designed for enterprise, data center, and government customers and could offer an alternative to SpaceX's Starlink service.
Zipline charts drone delivery expansion with $600M in new funding
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/zipline-charts-drone-delivery-expansion-with-600m-in-new-funding/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/21/zipline-charts-drone-delivery-expansion-with-600m-in-new-funding/
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Zipline charts drone delivery expansion with $600M in new funding | TechCrunch
That geographic expansion in the United States has fueled Zipline’s delivery numbers. In 2024, the company completed 1 million drone deliveries to customers; this week, Zipline said it had surpassed 2 million deliveries.