Tag Archives: TechCrunch

Impersonators are (still) targeting companies with fake TechCrunch outreach

Fraudsters are impersonating TechCrunch reporters and event leads, and reaching out to companies. Here’s what we’re doing about it, and what you can look out for.

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Phictly’s new app brings people together over their favorite books and TV shows

Phictly helps fans find niche clubs for their favorite books, shows, and movies, offering intimate, spoiler-safe communities with flexible pacing and tracker tools.

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Trump Energy department drops renewables, promotes fusion in office reshuffle

The revamped organizational structure cut at least one office authorized by Congress, which could spur legal challenges.

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SpaceX’s upgraded Starship suffers explosion during testing

It may not have been a massive fireball, but SpaceX now has more work to do before it can kick off this next-generation version of Starship.

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Australia adds Twitch to teen social media ban, Pinterest exempted

Australia’s internet watchdog has added Twitch to the list of social media sites banned under its Social Media Minimum Age rules, effective December 10.

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Despite Chinese hacks, Trump’s FCC votes to scrap cybersecurity rules for phone and internet companies

Two Trump-appointed FCC officials voted to undo the telecom industry’s cybersecurity rules. One Democratic commissioner dissented, saying the decision leaves the United States “less safe” at a time when threats are increasing.

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The European startup market is ready for the limelight

The region’s startup market is hungry for its first trillion-dollar startup, and in many ways has set itself up to reach that goal.

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Grok says Elon Musk is better than basically everyone, except Shohei Ohtani

According to Grok, Elon Musk can out slug the MLB’s greatest power hitters… except Ohtani.

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Joby Aviation makes ‘corporate espionage’ claims in lawsuit against rival Archer

Joby alleges one of its former employees shared stolen trade secrets when he was hired by Archer.

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Google steps up AI scam protection in India, but gaps remain

Google is expanding its real-time scam detection and screen-sharing fraud warnings in India.

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