TechCrunch Every one of the 481 stories TechCrunch has led with here, newest first. techcrunch.com TechCrunch Theranos trial Pretend you’re sitting at Elizabeth Holmes’ desk on this weirdly detailed website Opens at the publisher in a new tab Interactive website recreates Elizabeth Holmes' desk from Theranos trial documents and emails. TechCrunch · 6h ago OpenAI safety Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute misconduct claims, warn of chilling effect Opens at the publisher in a new tab Three fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute misconduct claims and warn of chilling effect on safety culture. TechCrunch · 7h ago AI evaluation Popular AI leaderboard Arena nearly doubles valuation to $3.1B valuation in 10 months Opens at the publisher in a new tab Arena, an AI leaderboard company, raises $200 million and now measures models on alignment issues. TechCrunch · 9h ago AI agents Google brings agentic AI to Gemini, starting with businesses Google turns Gemini into an AI agent that can plan and execute tasks across business applications. TechCrunch · 9h ago Google is turning Gemini into an AI agent that can plan, execute tasks, and work across business apps and systems. The agent can delegate work to subagents, use multiple AI models, and even gets its own workplace identity, complete with an email address. AI policy Anthropic changes usage policy to ban model abuse and election interference Opens at the publisher in a new tab Anthropic updates usage policy to ban model abuse, election interference, weapons software and surveillance. TechCrunch · 9h ago AI mathematics OpenAI’s math solutions aren’t meeting the field’s standards yet Opens at the publisher in a new tab OpenAI's AI-generated mathematical proofs deviate from guidelines set by mathematics researchers. TechCrunch · 9h ago OpenAI OpenAI’s revenue is reportedly $20 billion less than previously projected Opens at the publisher in a new tab OpenAI's annualized revenue reportedly $20 billion lower than previously claimed. TechCrunch · 10h ago · also at Hacker News TechCrunch AI agent hardware Natura’s $99 smart ring puts AI agents on your finger Opens at the publisher in a new tab Natura releases $99 smart ring with AI agents for task completion and device control. TechCrunch · 11h ago AI agent monitoring Goodfire says its new ‘inside-out’ monitors catch rogue AI agents at a fraction of the cost Goodfire launches cheaper monitoring system to oversee AI agent behaviour by inspecting models internally. TechCrunch · 11h ago Goodfire just launched what it says is a cheaper way to keep AI agents in check: Instead of paying a second AI to read everything an agent does, its monitors peek inside the model while it works and only call in backup when something looks fishy. AI infrastructure Hear from Ambrosia Energy and Bloom Energy execs on where the AI infrastructure boom is creating opportunity at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Opens at the publisher in a new tab Energy company executives discuss AI infrastructure investment opportunities at TechCrunch conference. TechCrunch · 12h ago AI agents Cal AI’s 19-year-old founder just raised $10M for his new AI startup Opens at the publisher in a new tab 19-year-old launches AI agent startup competing with Instinct and Muse. TechCrunch · 13h ago Google AI Google releases a new local-first Granola competitor Opens at the publisher in a new tab Google releases offline meeting note-taker using on-device AI. TechCrunch · 14h ago TechCrunch AI funding China’s Manus raises over $500M in first funding round since split with Meta Opens at the publisher in a new tab China's Manus raises over 500 million dollars after Meta split. TechCrunch · 14h ago AI agents Nous Research confirms it hit $1.5B valuation, launches AI agents for business users Opens at the publisher in a new tab Nous Research raised $90 million for its Hermes agent and launched AI agents for business users. TechCrunch · 1d ago AI PCs Microsoft releases new Nvidia-chip AI PCs with revamped Windows 11 Opens at the publisher in a new tab Microsoft released Surface Laptop Ultra and other Nvidia-chip AI PCs running Windows 11. TechCrunch · 1d ago AI agents Meta’s Muse launches on iPad just a month after its mobile debut Opens at the publisher in a new tab Meta expanded its Muse AI agent to iPad one month after its mobile launch. TechCrunch · 1d ago AI safety, mental health ChatGPT for Teens keeps teens talking, even during mental health crises Opens at the publisher in a new tab ChatGPT's teen safeguards continue engaging users during mental health crises, raising concerns. TechCrunch · 1d ago TechCrunch ChatGPT interface ChatGPT is getting a lot more visual, with the launch of a new interface Opens at the publisher in a new tab OpenAI launched a new ChatGPT interface adding interactive visuals to responses. TechCrunch · 1d ago TechCrunch Meta safety AI Meta rolls out new AI tools to detect ads that secretly lead to child sexual abuse material Opens at the publisher in a new tab Meta deploys AI tools to detect ads linking to child sexual abuse material on its platforms. TechCrunch · 1d ago AI in healthcare Healthleap raises $38M for its AI that flags hospital patients who may need a closer look Opens at the publisher in a new tab Healthleap raises $38M for AI software that identifies hospital patients needing closer monitoring. TechCrunch · 1d ago AI consumer products Tony Fadell on why the first wave of AI gadgets failed — and what comes next Opens at the publisher in a new tab Former iPod designer says early AI gadgets failed to solve real problems. TechCrunch · 1d ago generative AI tools Google experiments with an AI-powered gaming platform Opens at the publisher in a new tab Google develops AI platform letting users create browser games using text prompts. TechCrunch · 1d ago TechCrunch conference news OpenAI’s Alexander Embiricos is coming to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 — days after the launch of Dots OpenAI executive announced for conference panel discussion. TechCrunch · 1d ago OpenAI’s Alexander Embiricos is coming to the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, just days after the launch of Dots. Join this conversation by registering for your pass. Get you pass now to save up to $100 and get a second at 50% off. TechCrunch conference news Get hands-on: The full lineup of interactive roundtables at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Opens at the publisher in a new tab Conference event announces roundtable agenda featuring AI and tech companies. TechCrunch · 1d ago Show 24 more Loading
TechCrunch Theranos trial Pretend you’re sitting at Elizabeth Holmes’ desk on this weirdly detailed website Opens at the publisher in a new tab Interactive website recreates Elizabeth Holmes' desk from Theranos trial documents and emails. TechCrunch · 6h ago
OpenAI safety Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute misconduct claims, warn of chilling effect Opens at the publisher in a new tab Three fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute misconduct claims and warn of chilling effect on safety culture. TechCrunch · 7h ago
AI evaluation Popular AI leaderboard Arena nearly doubles valuation to $3.1B valuation in 10 months Opens at the publisher in a new tab Arena, an AI leaderboard company, raises $200 million and now measures models on alignment issues. TechCrunch · 9h ago
AI agents Google brings agentic AI to Gemini, starting with businesses Google turns Gemini into an AI agent that can plan and execute tasks across business applications. TechCrunch · 9h ago Google is turning Gemini into an AI agent that can plan, execute tasks, and work across business apps and systems. The agent can delegate work to subagents, use multiple AI models, and even gets its own workplace identity, complete with an email address.
AI policy Anthropic changes usage policy to ban model abuse and election interference Opens at the publisher in a new tab Anthropic updates usage policy to ban model abuse, election interference, weapons software and surveillance. TechCrunch · 9h ago
AI mathematics OpenAI’s math solutions aren’t meeting the field’s standards yet Opens at the publisher in a new tab OpenAI's AI-generated mathematical proofs deviate from guidelines set by mathematics researchers. TechCrunch · 9h ago
OpenAI OpenAI’s revenue is reportedly $20 billion less than previously projected Opens at the publisher in a new tab OpenAI's annualized revenue reportedly $20 billion lower than previously claimed. TechCrunch · 10h ago · also at Hacker News
TechCrunch AI agent hardware Natura’s $99 smart ring puts AI agents on your finger Opens at the publisher in a new tab Natura releases $99 smart ring with AI agents for task completion and device control. TechCrunch · 11h ago
AI agent monitoring Goodfire says its new ‘inside-out’ monitors catch rogue AI agents at a fraction of the cost Goodfire launches cheaper monitoring system to oversee AI agent behaviour by inspecting models internally. TechCrunch · 11h ago Goodfire just launched what it says is a cheaper way to keep AI agents in check: Instead of paying a second AI to read everything an agent does, its monitors peek inside the model while it works and only call in backup when something looks fishy.
AI infrastructure Hear from Ambrosia Energy and Bloom Energy execs on where the AI infrastructure boom is creating opportunity at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Opens at the publisher in a new tab Energy company executives discuss AI infrastructure investment opportunities at TechCrunch conference. TechCrunch · 12h ago
AI agents Cal AI’s 19-year-old founder just raised $10M for his new AI startup Opens at the publisher in a new tab 19-year-old launches AI agent startup competing with Instinct and Muse. TechCrunch · 13h ago
Google AI Google releases a new local-first Granola competitor Opens at the publisher in a new tab Google releases offline meeting note-taker using on-device AI. TechCrunch · 14h ago
TechCrunch AI funding China’s Manus raises over $500M in first funding round since split with Meta Opens at the publisher in a new tab China's Manus raises over 500 million dollars after Meta split. TechCrunch · 14h ago
AI agents Nous Research confirms it hit $1.5B valuation, launches AI agents for business users Opens at the publisher in a new tab Nous Research raised $90 million for its Hermes agent and launched AI agents for business users. TechCrunch · 1d ago
AI PCs Microsoft releases new Nvidia-chip AI PCs with revamped Windows 11 Opens at the publisher in a new tab Microsoft released Surface Laptop Ultra and other Nvidia-chip AI PCs running Windows 11. TechCrunch · 1d ago
AI agents Meta’s Muse launches on iPad just a month after its mobile debut Opens at the publisher in a new tab Meta expanded its Muse AI agent to iPad one month after its mobile launch. TechCrunch · 1d ago
AI safety, mental health ChatGPT for Teens keeps teens talking, even during mental health crises Opens at the publisher in a new tab ChatGPT's teen safeguards continue engaging users during mental health crises, raising concerns. TechCrunch · 1d ago
TechCrunch ChatGPT interface ChatGPT is getting a lot more visual, with the launch of a new interface Opens at the publisher in a new tab OpenAI launched a new ChatGPT interface adding interactive visuals to responses. TechCrunch · 1d ago
TechCrunch Meta safety AI Meta rolls out new AI tools to detect ads that secretly lead to child sexual abuse material Opens at the publisher in a new tab Meta deploys AI tools to detect ads linking to child sexual abuse material on its platforms. TechCrunch · 1d ago
AI in healthcare Healthleap raises $38M for its AI that flags hospital patients who may need a closer look Opens at the publisher in a new tab Healthleap raises $38M for AI software that identifies hospital patients needing closer monitoring. TechCrunch · 1d ago
AI consumer products Tony Fadell on why the first wave of AI gadgets failed — and what comes next Opens at the publisher in a new tab Former iPod designer says early AI gadgets failed to solve real problems. TechCrunch · 1d ago
generative AI tools Google experiments with an AI-powered gaming platform Opens at the publisher in a new tab Google develops AI platform letting users create browser games using text prompts. TechCrunch · 1d ago
TechCrunch conference news OpenAI’s Alexander Embiricos is coming to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 — days after the launch of Dots OpenAI executive announced for conference panel discussion. TechCrunch · 1d ago OpenAI’s Alexander Embiricos is coming to the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, just days after the launch of Dots. Join this conversation by registering for your pass. Get you pass now to save up to $100 and get a second at 50% off.
TechCrunch conference news Get hands-on: The full lineup of interactive roundtables at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Opens at the publisher in a new tab Conference event announces roundtable agenda featuring AI and tech companies. TechCrunch · 1d ago