Will the DOJ's investigation into a16z spook other VCs? | TechCrunch
…their biggest competitor. But also, startups evolve. And I think that was true in this case — you invest in a startup doing one thing, and then, say, the AI boom happens, and…
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TikTok now wants to be the place you book the trip you just saw on TikTok | TechCrunch
…Notably, several of TikTok GO’s launch partners — including Booking.com and Expedia — are also direct competitors in the travel discovery space. That partner-competitor dynamic will be interesting to watch. TikTok…
AI search startups are blowing up | TechCrunch
…The biggest competitor is ChatGPT, which still owns the interface layer and, prior to the Google launch, was handling the vast majority of the AI-powered searches taking place on a given…
Final extension: Startup Battlefield Australia applications now close July 20 | TechCrunch
…This is more than a pitch competition. It’s a chance to earn visibility, credibility, and connections that can take years to build. What’s at stake? On August 19, 2026, eight…
As AI safety concerns mount, three pioneers make the case for staying open | TechCrunch
…emerging in AI. “I don’t want there to be gatekeepers,” Ng said. “That limits how all of us can access AI.” Companies have an incentive to protect their competitive advantages, including…
Anthropic says it's about to have its first profitable quarter | TechCrunch
…Topics AI , Anthropic , Claude , OpenAI Related Venture Sam Altman makes ‘mic drop’ offer to every Y Combinator startup AI IrisGo, a startup backed by Andrew Ng, looks to become the AI desktop…
Startup Battlefield Australia application closes in days: Apply before July 6 | TechCrunch
…No competition. A guaranteed spot on the world’s most iconic startup stage. This isn’t just an event for the startups pitching. It’s a moment for every founder, investor, and…
Indian Uber rival Rapido raises $240M at $3B valuation | TechCrunch
…Uber earlier this year infused $330 million into its India subsidiary as it sought to strengthen its presence amid growing competition from local rivals like Ola, Rapido, and Namma Yatri. Khosrowshahi said…
Meta's AI agent for WhatsApp Business is now available globally | TechCrunch
…The launch comes as Meta has spent nearly two years testing AI agents in WhatsApp Business for customer support in countries like India and Mexico. Meta said the AI agent can answer…
Nvidia has already committed $40B to equity AI deals this year | TechCrunch
…Wedbush Securities analyst Matthew Bryson said Nvidia’s investments fall “squarely into the circular investment theme,” but suggested that if successful, they could help the company build a “competitive moat.” Topics AI…