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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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.
Webflow buys AI content generation platform Vidoso to bolster its marketing suite
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/webflow-buys-ai-content-generation-platform-vidoso-to-bolster-its-marketing-suite/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/webflow-buys-ai-content-generation-platform-vidoso-to-bolster-its-marketing-suite/
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Webflow buys AI content-generation platform Vidoso to bolster its marketing suite | TechCrunch
Founded in 2024, Vidoso uses large language models to help organizations generate marketing collateral like images, presentations, video clips, blog posts, and social media content.
Lucid Motors shows off robotaxi concept called ‘Lunar’
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/lucid-motors-shows-off-robotaxi-concept-called-lunar/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/lucid-motors-shows-off-robotaxi-concept-called-lunar/
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Lucid Motors shows off robotaxi concept called 'Lunar' | TechCrunch
The concept was a highlight of Lucid's investor day, in which the company detailed its ambitions to push deeper into autonomy while pumping out new, affordable EVs.
Atlassian follows Block’s footsteps and cuts staff in the name of AI
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/atlassian-follows-blocks-footsteps-and-cuts-staff-in-the-name-of-ai/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/atlassian-follows-blocks-footsteps-and-cuts-staff-in-the-name-of-ai/
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Atlassian follows Block’s footsteps and cuts staff in the name of AI | TechCrunch
Atlassian laid off 10% of its workforce, around 1,600 people, as the company looks to funnel more funds to AI.
Tinder tries to lure people back to online dating with IRL events, virtual speed dating
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/tinder-tries-to-lure-people-back-to-online-dating-with-irl-events-virtual-speed-dating/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/tinder-tries-to-lure-people-back-to-online-dating-with-irl-events-virtual-speed-dating/
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Tinder tries to lure people back to online dating with IRL events, virtual speed dating | TechCrunch
Tinder just got a major revamp as it attempts to reengage its user base and attract younger daters. This includes in-person events, AI enhancements, and even virtual speed dating.
Facebook Marketplace now lets Meta AI respond to buyers’ messages
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/facebook-marketplace-now-lets-meta-ai-respond-to-buyers-messages/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/facebook-marketplace-now-lets-meta-ai-respond-to-buyers-messages/
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Facebook Marketplace now lets Meta AI respond to buyers' messages | TechCrunch
When buyers inquire about an item’s availability, sellers can use Meta AI to automatically draft replies using information from their listing, such as the description, availability, pickup location, and price.
Substack launches a built-in recording studio
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/substack-launches-a-built-in-recording-studio/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/substack-launches-a-built-in-recording-studio/
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Substack launches a built-in recording studio | TechCrunch
Substack creators can pre-record video conversations with up to two guests, then publish directly on the platform.
Channel Surfer lets you watch YouTube like it’s old-school cable TV
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/channel-surfer-watch-youtube-retro-cable-tv-guide/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/channel-surfer-watch-youtube-retro-cable-tv-guide/
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Channel Surfer lets you watch YouTube like it's old-school cable TV | TechCrunch
The web app lets you turn on YouTube and surf channels like you're watching cable TV in the '90s.
Why Rivian is holding the $45,000 base model R2 until ‘late 2027’
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/why-rivian-is-holding-the-45000-base-model-r2-until-late-2027/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/why-rivian-is-holding-the-45000-base-model-r2-until-late-2027/
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Why Rivian is holding the $45,000 base model R2 until 'late 2027' | TechCrunch
Rivian spent the last two years promoting the R2 as a $45,000 SUV. But buyers won't be able to pay that price until late next year -- if at all.
Sales automation startup Rox AI hits $1.2B valuation, sources say
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/sales-automation-startup-rox-ai-hits-1-2b-valuation-sources-say/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/sales-automation-startup-rox-ai-hits-1-2b-valuation-sources-say/
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Sales automation startup Rox AI hits $1.2B valuation, sources say | TechCrunch
Rox, founded in 2024 by the former chief growth officer of New Relic, offers an AI-native alternative to CRM tools.
How to watch Jensen Huang’s Nvidia GTC 2026 keynote
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/how-to-watch-jensen-huangs-nvidia-gtc-2026-keynote/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/how-to-watch-jensen-huangs-nvidia-gtc-2026-keynote/
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How to watch Jensen Huang’s Nvidia GTC 2026 keynote | TechCrunch
GTC — which stands for GPU Technology Conference — is Nvidia's flagship annual event, where the chipmaker typically uses the spotlight to announce new products, champion partnerships, and lay out its vision for the future of computing. Huang's keynote will…
Truecaller now lets you hang up on scammers — on behalf of your family
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/truecallers-now-lets-you-hang-up-on-scammers-on-behalf-of-your-family/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/truecallers-now-lets-you-hang-up-on-scammers-on-behalf-of-your-family/
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Truecaller now lets you hang up on scammers — on behalf of your family | TechCrunch
Caller identity platform Truecaller recently launched a new feature that lets one person become an admin of a family group, get alerts about fraud calls received by other members, and even end a call on their behalf if they suspect a family member might get…
Before quantum computing arrives, this startup wants enterprises already running on it
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/before-quantum-computing-arrives-this-startup-wants-enterprises-already-running-on-it/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/12/before-quantum-computing-arrives-this-startup-wants-enterprises-already-running-on-it/
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Before quantum computing arrives, this startup wants enterprises already running on it | TechCrunch
After selling his AI startup to AMD for $665 million, Peter Sarlin is back with QuTwo, a new venture building the infrastructure it believes enterprises will need when quantum computing finally arrives.
Motional robotaxis join the Uber app in Vegas two years after major reset
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/motional-robotaxis-join-the-uber-app-in-vegas-two-years-after-major-reset/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/motional-robotaxis-join-the-uber-app-in-vegas-two-years-after-major-reset/
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Motional robotaxis join the Uber app in Vegas two years after major reset | TechCrunch
The launch comes just two years after a major reboot at Hyundai-owned Motional. The service will start with a safety monitor, which Motional hopes to remove by year's end.
Peacock expands into AI-driven video, mobile-first live sports, and gaming
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/peacock-expands-into-ai-driven-video-mobile-first-live-sports-and-gaming/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/peacock-expands-into-ai-driven-video-mobile-first-live-sports-and-gaming/
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Peacock expands into AI-driven video, mobile-first live sports, and gaming | TechCrunch
Peacock is betting on new AI-powered video experiences, vertical clips, and mobile games to help its growth.
The FBI is investigating malware hidden inside games hosted on Steam
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/valve-steam-malware-games-fbi/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/valve-steam-malware-games-fbi/
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The FBI is investigating malware hidden inside games hosted on Steam | TechCrunch
The FBI believes a series of video games published on Steam in the last two years were embedded with malware by the same hacker.
Apple drops commission rates in China without a fuss
https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/apple-drops-commission-rates-in-china-25-percent/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/13/apple-drops-commission-rates-in-china-25-percent/
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Apple drops commission rates in China without a fuss | TechCrunch
Apple dropped its App Store commission rates to 25% in China, and commissions on auto-renewed subscriptions down to 12%.