India neobank Fi winds down banking services on its platform
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/india-neobank-fi-winds-down-banking-services-on-its-platform/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/india-neobank-fi-winds-down-banking-services-on-its-platform/
TechCrunch
India neobank Fi winds down banking services on its platform | TechCrunch
Fi, founded by former Google Pay executives, is discontinuing banking services over four years after launch.
Zendesk acquires agentic customer service startup Forethought
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/zendesk-acquires-agentic-customer-service-startup-forethought/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/zendesk-acquires-agentic-customer-service-startup-forethought/
TechCrunch
Zendesk acquires agentic customer service startup Forethought | TechCrunch
Forethought was years ahead of its time and the 2018 winner of TechCrunch Battlefield.
Ride hailing inDrive acquires Pakistan’s KraveMart to bolster grocery delivery
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/ride-hailing-indrive-acquires-pakistans-kravemart-to-bolster-grocery-delivery/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/ride-hailing-indrive-acquires-pakistans-kravemart-to-bolster-grocery-delivery/
TechCrunch
Ride-hailing inDrive acquires Pakistan's Krave Mart to bolster grocery delivery | TechCrunch
inDrive has closed its acquisition of KraveMart, expanding grocery delivery in a market dominated by Foodpanda.
Ford’s new AI assistant will help fleet owners know if seatbelts are being used
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/fords-new-ai-assistant-will-help-fleet-owners-know-if-seatbelts-are-being-used/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/fords-new-ai-assistant-will-help-fleet-owners-know-if-seatbelts-are-being-used/
TechCrunch
Ford's new AI assistant will help fleet owners know if seatbelts are being used | TechCrunch
Ford Pro AI debuted at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis and is now available to all of its U.S.-based Pro telematics subscribers.
Google Play is adding new paid and PC games, game trials, community posts, and more
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/google-play-is-adding-new-paid-and-pc-games-game-trials-community-posts-and-more/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/google-play-is-adding-new-paid-and-pc-games-game-trials-community-posts-and-more/
TechCrunch
Google Play is adding new paid and PC games, game trials, community posts, and more | TechCrunch
The updates indicate that Google is focused on transforming Google Play into an enhanced gaming hub.
Nuro is testing its autonomous vehicle tech on Tokyo’s streets
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/nuro-is-testing-its-autonomous-vehicle-tech-on-tokyos-streets/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/nuro-is-testing-its-autonomous-vehicle-tech-on-tokyos-streets/
TechCrunch
Nuro is testing its autonomous vehicle tech on Tokyo's streets | TechCrunch
Nuro began testing its self-driving software on public roads in Tokyo, marking the first international expansion for the AV startup.
AI ‘actor’ Tilly Norwood put out the worst song I’ve ever heard
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/ai-actor-tilly-norwood-put-out-the-worst-song-ive-ever-heard/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/ai-actor-tilly-norwood-put-out-the-worst-song-ive-ever-heard/
TechCrunch
AI 'actor' Tilly Norwood put out the worst song I've ever heard | TechCrunch
This song is an AI actor's rallying cry to other AI actors, urging them to keep going despite the naysayers who doubt their humanity. Literally no one can relate to this.
Chinese brain interface startup Gestala raises $21M just two months after launch
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/bci-startup-gestala-raises-21-million-for-non-invasive-ultrasound-brain-tech/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/bci-startup-gestala-raises-21-million-for-non-invasive-ultrasound-brain-tech/
TechCrunch
Chinese brain interface startup Gestala raises $21M just two months after launch | TechCrunch
This is the largest early-stage funding in China’s brain computer interface industry.
Google is using old news reports and AI to predict flash floods
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/google-is-using-old-news-reports-and-ai-to-predict-flash-floods/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/google-is-using-old-news-reports-and-ai-to-predict-flash-floods/
TechCrunch
Google is using old news reports and AI to predict flash floods | TechCrunch
A new way to solve data scarcity: Turning qualitative reports into quantitative data with an LLM.
Google Maps is getting an AI ‘Ask Maps’ feature and upgraded ‘immersive’ navigation
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/google-maps-is-getting-an-ai-ask-maps-feature-and-upgraded-immersive-navigation/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/google-maps-is-getting-an-ai-ask-maps-feature-and-upgraded-immersive-navigation/
TechCrunch
Google Maps is getting an AI 'Ask Maps' feature and upgraded 'immersive' navigation | TechCrunch
The tech giant says the "Immersive Navigation" launch is the biggest update to Maps in over a decade.
Disney+ is rolling out its TikTok-like ‘Verts’ short-form video feed
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/disney-is-rolling-out-its-tiktok-like-verts-short-form-video-feed/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/disney-is-rolling-out-its-tiktok-like-verts-short-form-video-feed/
TechCrunch
Disney+ is rolling out its TikTok-like 'Verts' short-form video feed | TechCrunch
Following the success of TikTok and Instagram Reels, Verts is designed to boost daily engagement and reach mobile-first viewers, all while increasing discovery across Disney+'s catalog.
Honda scraps 3 EVs planned for the US, blaming tariffs and Chinese competition
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/honda-scraps-3-evs-planned-for-the-us-blaming-tariffs-and-chinese-competition/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/honda-scraps-3-evs-planned-for-the-us-blaming-tariffs-and-chinese-competition/
TechCrunch
Honda scraps 3 EVs planned for the US, blaming tariffs and Chinese competition | TechCrunch
The Japanese automaker said the change of plans will cost it up to $15.7 billion.
Rivian R2 launch: Here’s what $57,990 gets you
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/rivian-r2-launch-heres-what-57990-gets-you/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/rivian-r2-launch-heres-what-57990-gets-you/
TechCrunch
Rivian R2 launch: Here's what $57,990 gets you | TechCrunch
Two years after revealing what its affordable next-generation EV would look like, Rivian has shared all of the pricing, colors, and performance specs for
Wonderful raises $150M Series B at $2B valuation
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/wonderful-raises-150m-series-b-at-2b-valuation/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/wonderful-raises-150m-series-b-at-2b-valuation/
TechCrunch
Wonderful raises $150M Series B at $2B valuation | TechCrunch
The funding round, led by Insight Partners, comes just four months after Wonderful raised a $100 million Series A.
Alexa+ gets a new ‘adults only’ personality option that curses but won’t get into NSFW content
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/alexa-gets-a-new-adults-only-personality-option-that-curses-but-wont-get-into-nsfw-content/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/alexa-gets-a-new-adults-only-personality-option-that-curses-but-wont-get-into-nsfw-content/
TechCrunch
Alexa+ gets a new 'adults only' personality option that curses but won't get into NSFW content | TechCrunch
The new Sassy style can curse and roast you, but the fun ends there.
Uber, Wayve and Nissan plan to launch a robotaxi service in Tokyo this year
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/uber-wayve-and-nissan-plan-to-launch-a-robotaxi-service-in-tokyo-this-year/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/uber-wayve-and-nissan-plan-to-launch-a-robotaxi-service-in-tokyo-this-year/
TechCrunch
Uber, Wayve, and Nissan plan to launch a robotaxi service in Tokyo this year | TechCrunch
Nissan will integrate Wayve's self-driving software into the Leaf with the goal of making the vehicles available on the Uber app in Tokyo.
🔥1
Tesla becomes a utility in the UK, setting up showdown with Octopus Energy
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/tesla-becomes-a-utility-in-the-uk-setting-up-showdown-with-octopus-energy/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/tesla-becomes-a-utility-in-the-uk-setting-up-showdown-with-octopus-energy/
TechCrunch
Tesla becomes a utility in the UK, setting up showdown with Octopus Energy | TechCrunch
The new Tesla Energy Ventures division was approved by Ofgem to sell electricity directly to customers.
Law enforcement shuts down botnet made of tens of thousands of hacked routers
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/law-enforcement-shuts-down-botnet-made-of-tens-of-thousands-of-hacked-routers/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/law-enforcement-shuts-down-botnet-made-of-tens-of-thousands-of-hacked-routers/
TechCrunch
Law enforcement shuts down botnet made of tens of thousands of hacked routers | TechCrunch
An international law enforcement operation shut down a service called SocksEscort, which allegedly helped cybercriminals all over the world launch ransomware and DDoS attacks, as well as distribute child sexual abuse material.
A writer is suing Grammarly for turning her and other authors into ‘AI editors’ without consent
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/a-writer-is-suing-grammarly-for-turning-her-and-other-authors-into-ai-editors-without-consent/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/a-writer-is-suing-grammarly-for-turning-her-and-other-authors-into-ai-editors-without-consent/
TechCrunch
A writer is suing Grammarly for turning her and other authors into 'AI editors' without consent | TechCrunch
Journalist Julia Angwin is leading a class action lawsuit against Grammarly for violating her privacy and publicity rights.
Humanoid maker Sunday reaches $1.15 billion valuation to build household robots
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/humanoid-maker-sunday-reaches-1-15-billion-valuation-to-build-household-robots/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/humanoid-maker-sunday-reaches-1-15-billion-valuation-to-build-household-robots/
TechCrunch
Humanoid maker Sunday reaches $1.15 billion valuation to build household robots | TechCrunch
Coatue, Tiger Global, Benchmark and Bain are betting big on robotics company Sunday.
Bumble to launch an AI dating assistant, ‘Bee’
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/bumble-to-launch-an-ai-dating-assistant-bee/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/bumble-to-launch-an-ai-dating-assistant-bee/
TechCrunch
Bumble to launch an AI dating assistant, 'Bee' | TechCrunch
Bumble's new AI assistant Bee will move the dating app beyond the swipe by matching people based on compatibility and goals.