[[{“value”:” Venture capital investment in European startups passed $52 billion last year, reflecting the market’s long-term growth trajectory and gradual stabilization after the out-sized peaks of 2021-2022 (driven largely by the COVID-19 pandemic), and the comparative slump of 2023, according to a new report. Although 2024 has seen political and regulatory turmoil, Europe’s talent pool of […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Time is ticking! Vote for the TechCrunch Sessions: AI speaker you want to see
[[{“value”:” TechCrunch Sessions: AI kicks off on June 5 at Zellerbach Hall in UC Berkeley — and you have the power to decide who you want to see lead an impactful breakout session. We have narrowed down the impressive number of speaker applications to six incredible finalists. Now, it’s up to you to choose who you […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Solar notches another win as Microsoft adds 475 MW to power its AI data centers
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Tesla recalls Cybertrucks for exterior panels that fall off
[[{“value”:” Tesla is issuing a recall for around 46,000 Cybertrucks sold to date because of an exterior steel trim panel on the side of the windshield that can peel off. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said in a filing that the piece can come off while in motion, which can create a hazard for […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Spotify debuts ‘Concerts Near You’ playlists for discovering nearby shows
[[{“value”:” On Wednesday, Spotify launched a new personalized playlist designed to help listeners discover upcoming concerts in their area. The playlist, titled “Concerts Near You,” is updated every Wednesday with 30 songs from artists performing nearby, along with full event details and ticket links. Spotify partners with ticketing platforms like AXS, DICE, Eventbrite, and Ticketmaster. Like […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Make waves in 2025: Exhibit at TechCrunch events
[[{“value”:” If you’re reading this, you already know: It’s time to amplify your brand. Get in front of thousands of TechCrunch event attendees, readers, and decision-makers who can take your business further this year by exhibiting at a TechCrunch event. The perks of exhibiting: What’s in it for you Exhibiting doesn’t just elevate your brand — […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Adapty releases a web-based solution for app makers to earn money outside app stores
[[{“value”:” Over the last few years, developers have increasingly complained about paying fees to Apple or Google for App Store or Play Store distributions. App makers have often said that both companies make it difficult for them to earn money outside of their systems. New York-based app revenue management platform Adapty wants to change that with […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Meta AI is finally coming to the EU, but with limitations
[[{“value”:” Amid an ongoing regulatory battle with European privacy authorities, Meta announced on Thursday that its AI-powered virtual assistant, Meta AI, is finally launching in the European Union. The chatbot-like tool will be rolled out across Meta’s portfolio of social platforms, albeit with a more limited feature set compared to what it offers in its domestic […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
TikTok to start pushing Amber Alerts to users’ For You feeds
[[{“value”:” TikTok is partnering with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) to bring real-time Amber Alerts directly to users’ For You feeds in the United States, the company announced on Thursday. With this new feature, if an Amber Alert is activated by law enforcement and you are in the designated search area, the […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Finding common ground: how can we reduce political polarisation?
[[{“value”:” Finding common ground: how can we reduce political polarisation? Published: Politics is often a divisive topic, as people have strong views about politicians, governments and how society should be organised. At the University of Alberta in Canada, Professor Jared Wesley is helping people with opposing political views to find common ground. By encouraging respectful discussions, he hopes to reduce…