Anthropic's Source Code Leak: A Cautionary Tale for AI Firms

Anthropic's accidental source code leak has sparked concerns about the company's handling of sensitive information, raising questions about its readiness for an IPO.

Google Rolls Out Gmail Address Changes for US Users

Users in the U.S. can now change their Gmail address without losing access to their data, but with some limitations. The new feature is rolling out gradually and comes with a one-year restriction on changing usernames.

Allbirds Sells Assets to American Exchange Group for $39 Million

The wool sneaker brand agreed to sell its assets and intellectual property to American Exchange Group, ending a tumultuous chapter in its 11-year history. The deal is expected to close in the second quarter, with proceeds distributed to stockholders in the third quarter.

YC Startup Delve Faces Backlash Over Alleged Misleading Claims and Security Concerns

Troubled YC startup Delve faces backlash after allegations of misleading clients and security concerns, with the company's relationship with Y Combinator seemingly coming to an end.

Money Transfer App Exposes Thousands of User IDs, Documents Due to Publicly Accessible Storage Server

A Canadian fintech company's storage server was left open to the internet, exposing potentially hundreds of thousands of people's personal data, including driver's licenses and passports.

Moonbounce Aims to Revolutionize Content Moderation with AI-Powered Safety

A former Apple executive's startup, Moonbounce, is tackling the complex issue of content moderation with a novel approach: using AI-powered safety to prevent harm online.

Retro Tech Makes a Comeback: Nostalgic Gadgets Are Back in Style

Tech companies are blending nostalgic design with modern functionality, bringing back the imperfect charm of older gadgets. From smart typewriters to record players, these retro-inspired devices are making a comeback.

Rec Room to Shut Down its Social Gaming Platform on June 1

The popular VR gaming platform, which attracted over 150 million players, has struggled financially and will cease operations next month.

Meta's Addictive Features Found Liable in Landmark Cases

In a significant victory for child safety advocates, Meta has been held accountable for the harm caused by its addictive features, paving the way for more lawsuits and regulatory action.

Halter's Solar-Powered Cow Collars Are Revolutionizing Agriculture

Halter's innovative solution is helping farmers manage their cattle more efficiently, lifting productivity by up to 20% and setting a new standard for the industry.

OpenAI Acquires TBPN, a Buzzy Tech Industry Talk Show

The acquisition marks OpenAI's first foray into media, with the show to continue operating independently and focusing on tech, business, AI, and defense.

Nomadic Raises $8.4 Million to Revolutionize Autonomous Vehicle Data Management

A startup founded by Mustafa Bal and Varun Krishnan aims to help companies develop intelligent machines by organizing and cataloging vast amounts of video data.

Cybersecurity Veteran Turns to Hacking Drones

Mikko Hyppönen, a 35-year cybersecurity veteran, is now fighting drones after witnessing the devastating impact of unmanned aerial attacks in Ukraine.

Fizz, an Anonymous Social App, Makes a Mark in Saudi Arabia

The anonymous social app, Fizz, has made a significant impact in Saudi Arabia, hitting number one overall on the App Store charts within 48 hours of its launch.

Can Orbital Data Centers Help Justify a Massive Valuation for SpaceX?

TechCrunch's Equity podcast discussed Elon Musk's vision for orbital data centers, a trend gaining momentum with SpaceX, Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, and other companies. The engineering challenge may be less than the social challenge on Earth.

YC's Troubled Delve Embroiled in Fresh Open Source License Allegations

A whistleblower known as DeepDelver has come forward with allegations that Delve, a compliance startup, passed off an open source tool as its own work without proper attribution.

AI Market Turmoil: Anthropic, OpenAI, and SpaceX

The AI market is experiencing a major shift, with Anthropic and OpenAI at odds, and SpaceX preparing for a massive IPO.

Remote Assistance in Autonomous Vehicles Sparks Congressional Scrutiny

A new report from Sen. Ed Markey highlights a 'stunning lack of transparency' from AV companies regarding their use of remote assistance operators, sparking calls for regulation and investigation.

Halter's Solar-Powered Cow Collars Are Revolutionizing Agriculture

Halter's innovative solution is helping farmers manage their cattle more efficiently, lifting productivity by up to 20% and setting a new standard for the industry.