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US Orders Anthropic to Halt AI Access for Foreign Nationals
The U.S. government ordered Anthropic to immediately shut off access to its most powerful AI models, Claude Fable 5 and Claude Mythos 5, for foreign nationals, according to TechCrunch . This 2026 directive marks an unpreced
Andrew Yang launches Noble Mobile to cut living costs
Since launching last September, Andrew Yang's Noble Mobile has already grown to thousands of customers, generating millions in revenue by refunding unused data.
Avataar AI generates 5-second 720p clip in 45 seconds
Avataar AI's new Varya model generates a 5-second 720p video clip in just 45 seconds, a staggering 27 times faster than competitor Wan 2.
Theker raises $85M for its non-specialized factory robots
Theker, an AI-powered robotics startup, just secured $85 million—the largest Series A in European robotics history.
What AI Bookkeeping Trends in 2026 Mean for Founders, and How Tallymark Responds
The landscape of financial management for startups is shifting dramatically, and by 2026, artificial intelligence will be at the centre of this transformation. For founders, particularly in Australia, leveraging AI is no…
Equal AI raises $30M to expand AI call screening in India
Since its launch last year, Equal AI, an Android app, has amassed over a million monthly active users by answering and filtering calls on their behalf.
Opendoor Shuts India Operations Amid AI and Outsourcing Shifts
Opendoor is laying off all 250 employees in its India operations, replacing their work with smaller, AI-powered teams in the United States.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has only one direct report.
At Anthropic, the multi-billion dollar AI company, CEO Dario Amodei directly supervises only one employee: his chief of staff, Avital Balwit.
Lucid Motors Sees Top Executive Emad Dlala Depart Amid Leadership Shifts
Lucid Motors has experienced 14 C-level or senior vice president departures since October 2023, averaging nearly two exits per month, a rate indicating significant internal instability and talent drai
When Brad Sugars’ Management vs. Leadership Keynote Fits Your Team
Brad Sugars' "Management vs. Leadership" keynote helps organizations differentiate and integrate the distinct skills needed for effective management (structured operating methods) and leadership (creating direction and culture). It addresses the common challenge of new managers needing to develop leadership capabilities beyond technical expertise to improve overall team performance.
Evotrex RV Secures $30M Series A to Fuel Charging-Free Travel
Despite the widespread need for RV charging stations, 90% of Evotrex's orders are for its $160,000 'fully loaded Premium trim' RV, according to TechCrunch .
OpenAI Overhauls ChatGPT for Super App Ambitions
OpenAI executives are abandoning 'side quests' like video generator Sora as part of a major strategy shift, according to TechCrunch .
Trump Explores Government Stakes in AI Companies
Senator Bernie Sanders proposed a one-time, 50% tax on companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI, payable in stock, according to TechCrunch .
What Business Leaders Say About Brad Sugars as a Keynote Speaker
Business leaders like Marshall Goldsmith and Dr. Tony Alessandra endorse Brad Sugars as a keynote speaker, highlighting his ability to make complex business concepts understandable, provide practical takeaways, and deliver engaging presentations. His 30+ years of entrepreneurial experience adds substance to his teachings, making him suitable for diverse audiences.
New Social Media Apps Emerge to Challenge Instagram's Reign
In just three weeks, the app 'Gas,' which lets teens anonymously compliment friends, rocketed to the top of the App Store.
OpenAI adds optional Lockdown Mode for personal ChatGPT accounts
OpenAI has begun rolling out an optional 'Lockdown Mode' for personal ChatGPT accounts, a significant security enhancement designed to prevent the AI from sharing any data with third parties if malici
Sriram Krishnan to Depart White House AI Advisor Role
Sriram Krishnan, a central architect of the Biden administration's ambitious AI policy, will step down from his White House role at the end of June 2026.
Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline arrives June 8, 2026
A single startup will secure $100,000 in equity-free funding and a coveted spot at TechCrunch Disrupt.
How MarginMind's AI-Powered Repricing Actually Works
For e-commerce sellers managing hundreds or thousands of SKUs, manual price adjustments are no longer viable. The market moves too fast. This is where AI-powered tools like MarginMind offer a solution, promising autonomo…
LA Event Highlights Surge in Defense Tech AI Fundraising
On June 18, venture capitalists will gather on The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, California, to directly fund and shape the future of artificial intelligence for national defense, accord
Filtr privacy tool blocks iPhone and Mac app ads
For the first time, iPhone users can block ads not just in Safari, but in apps like Google News and ESPN Cricinfo.
Uber deploys custom electric cars for robotaxi data collection
Uber began collecting data on Washington, DC streets Friday with a fleet of custom Hyundai Ioniq 5 EVs.
AI Can Never Write A Good Story But CoWrite Suite Helps You Write an Amazing Screenplay
The fear is that AI will replace the writer. The reality is far more interesting. While artificial intelligence struggles with the raw, authentic core of human stories, it excels as a tireless, data-driven assistant. Acc…
Nvidia Launches RTX Spark to Power AI Agents on PCs
Nvidia's new 'superchip,' RTX Spark, is designed to run AI agents directly on personal computers, potentially replacing traditional mouse and keyboard interactions.