Meta seeks to limit evidence in child safety case
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/meta-seeks-to-limit-evidence-in-child-safety-case/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/meta-seeks-to-limit-evidence-in-child-safety-case/
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Meta seeks to limit evidence in child safety case | TechCrunch
Meta is set to go on trial in New Mexico for allegedly failing to protect minors. The company is requesting a broad swath of information not be allowed to be presented in court.
Google now offers free SAT practice exams, powered by Gemini
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/google-now-offers-free-sat-practice-exams-powered-by-gemini/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/google-now-offers-free-sat-practice-exams-powered-by-gemini/
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Google now offers free SAT practice exams, powered by Gemini | TechCrunch
Students can prompt Gemini by typing "I want to take a practice SAT test,” and the AI will provide them with a free practice exam. Gemini then analyzes the results, highlighting strengths and identifying areas that need further review. It also offers detailed…
2025 Startup Battlefield winner, Glid founder, discusses his experience with the program
https://techcrunch.com/video/2025-startup-battlefield-winner-glid-founder-discusses-his-experience-with-the-program/
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2025 Startup Battlefield winner, Glid founder, discusses his experience with the program | TechCrunch
Glīd CEO and founder Kevin Damoa shares his journey toward Startup Battlefield 2025 victory, and how he felt about working with the TechCrunch team, what lessons he learned, and much, much more.
Humans& thinks coordination is the next frontier for AI, and they’re building a model to prove it
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/humans-thinks-coordination-is-the-next-frontier-for-ai-and-theyre-building-a-model-to-prove-it/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/humans-thinks-coordination-is-the-next-frontier-for-ai-and-theyre-building-a-model-to-prove-it/
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Humans& thinks coordination is the next frontier for AI, and they're building a model to prove it | TechCrunch
Humans&, a new startup founded by alumni of Anthropic, Meta, OpenAI, xAI, and Google DeepMind, is building the next generation of foundation models for collaboration, not chat.
Google DeepMind CEO is ‘surprised’ OpenAI is rushing forward with ads in ChatGPT
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/google-deepmind-ceo-is-surprised-openai-is-rushing-forward-with-ads-in-chatgpt/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/google-deepmind-ceo-is-surprised-openai-is-rushing-forward-with-ads-in-chatgpt/
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Google DeepMind CEO is 'surprised' OpenAI is rushing forward with ads in ChatGPT | TechCrunch
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis says the tech giant isn't pressuring him to insert ads into the AI chatbot experience.
Ring is adding a new content verification feature to videos
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/ring-is-adding-a-new-content-verification-feature-to-videos/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/ring-is-adding-a-new-content-verification-feature-to-videos/
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Ring is adding a new content verification feature to videos | TechCrunch
Ring says the new feature will identify if video edits have been made, even if they're minor.
Microsoft 365 hit by outage, preventing access to emails and files
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/microsoft-365-hit-by-outage-preventing-access-to-emails-and-files/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/microsoft-365-hit-by-outage-preventing-access-to-emails-and-files/
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Microsoft 365 hit by outage, preventing access to emails and files | TechCrunch
An hours-long outage is preventing Microsoft's enterprise customers from accessing their inboxes, files, and video meetings.
Are AI agents ready for the workplace? A new benchmark raises doubts.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/are-ai-agents-ready-for-the-workplace-a-new-benchmark-raises-doubts/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/are-ai-agents-ready-for-the-workplace-a-new-benchmark-raises-doubts/
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Are AI agents ready for the workplace? A new benchmark raises doubts | TechCrunch
New research looks at how leading AI models hold up doing actual white-collar work tasks, drawn from consulting, investment banking, and law. Most models failed.
Inference startup Inferact lands $150M to commercialize vLLM
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/inference-startup-inferact-lands-150m-to-commercialize-vllm/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/inference-startup-inferact-lands-150m-to-commercialize-vllm/
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Inference startup Inferact lands $150M to commercialize vLLM | TechCrunch
The seed round values the newly formed startup at $800 million.
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Voice AI engine and OpenAI partner LiveKit hits $1B valuation
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/voice-ai-engine-and-openai-partner-livekit-hits-1b-valuation/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/voice-ai-engine-and-openai-partner-livekit-hits-1b-valuation/
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Voice AI engine and OpenAI partner LiveKit hits $1B valuation | TechCrunch
The five-year-old-startup powers OpenAI’s ChatGPT voice mode and raised a $100 million round led by Index Ventures.
Capital One acquires Brex for steep discount to its peak valuation, but early believers are laughing all the way to the bank
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/capital-one-acquires-brex-for-steep-discount-to-its-peak-valuation-but-early-believers-are-laughing-all-the-way-to-the-bank/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/capital-one-acquires-brex-for-steep-discount-to-its-peak-valuation-but-early-believers-are-laughing-all-the-way-to-the-bank/
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Capital One acquires Brex for a steep discount to its peak valuation, but early believers are laughing all the way to the bank…
Before everyone sharpens their knives, consider that for the VCs who backed Brex at its outset, the sale is a triumph.
GM to end Chevy Bolt EV production next year, move China-made Buick to U.S. factory
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/gm-to-end-chevy-bolt-ev-production-next-year-move-china-made-buick-to-u-s-factory/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/gm-to-end-chevy-bolt-ev-production-next-year-move-china-made-buick-to-u-s-factory/
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GM to end Chevy Bolt EV production next year, move China-made Buick to US factory | TechCrunch
The factory musical chairs reflect an economic and political environment, shaped by the Trump administration's tariff policy and its decision to end the federal EV tax credit.
Vimeo starts layoffs after acquisition by Bending Spoons
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/vimeo-starts-layoffs-after-acquisition-by-bending-spoons/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/vimeo-starts-layoffs-after-acquisition-by-bending-spoons/
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Vimeo starts layoffs after acquisition by Bending Spoons | TechCrunch
Vimeo is in the process of laying off some of its global staff after being acquired last year by Bending Spoons for $1.38B.
OpenAI is coming for those sweet enterprise dollars in 2026
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/openai-is-coming-for-those-sweet-enterprise-dollars-in-2026/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/openai-is-coming-for-those-sweet-enterprise-dollars-in-2026/
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OpenAI is coming for those sweet enterprise dollars in 2026 | TechCrunch
OpenAI has reportedly appointed Barret Zoph to lead its push into enterprise just a week after Zoph rejoined the company.
Palmer Luckey says the coolest thing about Anduril expanding to Long Beach is the fighter jets
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/palmer-luckey-says-the-coolest-thing-about-anduril-expanding-to-long-beach-is-the-fighter-jets/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/palmer-luckey-says-the-coolest-thing-about-anduril-expanding-to-long-beach-is-the-fighter-jets/
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Palmer Luckey says the coolest thing about Anduril expanding to Long Beach is the fighter jets | TechCrunch
Anduril on Thursday announced its plans to expand its Southern California presence with a major campus in Long Beach, the town where founder Palmer Luckey grew up.
Former Sequoia partner’s new startup uses AI to negotiate your calendar for you
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/former-sequoia-partners-new-startup-uses-ai-to-negotiate-your-calendar-for-you/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/former-sequoia-partners-new-startup-uses-ai-to-negotiate-your-calendar-for-you/
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Former Sequoia partner’s new startup uses AI to negotiate your calendar for you | TechCrunch
Blockit, an AI agent that communicates directly with other calendars, has raised $5 million in seed funding led by Sequoia.
Former Sequoia partner’s new startup uses AI to negotiate your calendar for you
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/former-sequoia-partners-new-startup-uses-ai-to-negotiate-your-calendar-for-you/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/22/former-sequoia-partners-new-startup-uses-ai-to-negotiate-your-calendar-for-you/
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Former Sequoia partner’s new startup uses AI to negotiate your calendar for you | TechCrunch
Blockit, an AI agent that communicates directly with other calendars, has raised $5 million in seed funding led by Sequoia.
Only 1 week left (or until the first 500 passes are gone): The first TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 ticket discount is ending
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Only 1 week: 50% discount for +1 is ending | TechCrunch
Register now to save up to $680 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass and get a second ticket at 50% off. This offer ends on January 30
OpenAI chief Sam Altman plans India visit as AI leaders converge in New Delhi: sources
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/openai-chief-sam-altman-plans-india-visit-as-ai-leaders-converge-in-new-delhi-sources/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/openai-chief-sam-altman-plans-india-visit-as-ai-leaders-converge-in-new-delhi-sources/
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OpenAI chief Sam Altman plans India visit as AI leaders converge in New Delhi: sources | TechCrunch
Sam Altman is set for his first India visit in nearly a year.
TikTok finalizes deal to create new US entity and avoid ban
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/tiktok-finalizes-deal-to-create-new-us-entity-and-avoid-ban/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/23/tiktok-finalizes-deal-to-create-new-us-entity-and-avoid-ban/
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TikTok finalizes deal to create new US entity and avoid ban | TechCrunch
The deal ends a six-year long political saga that that started in 2020 when President Donald Trump tried to ban the app over national security concerns during his first term.