Microsoft buys 3.6M metric tons of carbon removal from bioenergy plant
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/12/microsoft-buys-3-6m-metric-tons-of-carbon-removal-from-bioenergy-plant/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/12/microsoft-buys-3-6m-metric-tons-of-carbon-removal-from-bioenergy-plant/
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Microsoft buys 3.6M metric tons of carbon removal from bioenergy plant | TechCrunch
Microsoft's data center ambitions have imperiled its 2030 pledge to remove more carbon than it generates, making carbon removal credits all but necessary.
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OK, what’s going on with LinkedIn’s algo?
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/12/ok-whats-going-on-with-linkedins-algo/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/12/ok-whats-going-on-with-linkedins-algo/
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OK, what's going on with LinkedIn's algo? | TechCrunch
Women ran an experiment to see if LinkedIn's new algo was being sexist and thought they proved it. But there's more complexity involved, experts say.
With iOS 26.2, Apple lets you roll back Liquid Glass again — this time on the Lock Screen
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/12/with-ios-26-2-apple-lets-you-roll-back-liquid-glass-again-this-time-on-the-lock-screen/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/12/with-ios-26-2-apple-lets-you-roll-back-liquid-glass-again-this-time-on-the-lock-screen/
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With iOS 26.2, Apple lets you roll back Liquid Glass again — this time on the Lock Screen | TechCrunch
Your iPhone clock doesn't have to be so "glassy" anymore, thanks to a new Apple software update.
AI data center boom could be bad news for other infrastructure projects
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/13/ai-data-center-boom-could-be-bad-news-for-other-infrastructure-projects/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/13/ai-data-center-boom-could-be-bad-news-for-other-infrastructure-projects/
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AI data center boom could be bad news for other infrastructure projects | TechCrunch
Improvements to roads, bridges, and other infrastructure could take a hit as data center construction accelerates.
DoorDash driver faces felony charges after allegedly spraying customers’ food
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/13/doordash-driver-faces-felony-charges-after-allegedly-spraying-customers-food/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/13/doordash-driver-faces-felony-charges-after-allegedly-spraying-customers-food/
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DoorDash driver faces felony charges after allegedly spraying customers’ food | TechCrunch
A woman is facing felony charges in Evansville, Indiana over a DoorDash delivery in which she allegedly sprayed the food with a substance that made customers vomit.
India’s Spinny lines up $160M funding to acquire GoMechanic, sources say
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/13/indias-spinny-lines-up-160m-funding-to-acquire-gomechanic-sources-say/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/13/indias-spinny-lines-up-160m-funding-to-acquire-gomechanic-sources-say/
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India's Spinny lines up $160M funding to acquire GoMechanic, sources say | TechCrunch
Spinny is set to be valued at about $1.8 billion post-money in its latest funding round.
Making sense of the risky Netflix-Warner Bros. deal
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/making-sense-of-the-risky-netflix-warner-bros-deal/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/making-sense-of-the-risky-netflix-warner-bros-deal/
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Making sense of the risky Netflix-Warner Bros. deal | TechCrunch
Netflix's $82.6 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. encapsulates a fraught moment for Hollywood, as the entertainment business is increasingly overshadowed by tech giants.
Mesa shuts down credit card that rewarded cardholders for paying their mortgages
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/mesa-shuts-down-credit-card-that-rewarded-cardholders-for-paying-their-mortgages/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/mesa-shuts-down-credit-card-that-rewarded-cardholders-for-paying-their-mortgages/
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Mesa shuts down credit card that rewarded cardholders for paying their mortgages | TechCrunch
Fintech startup Mesa has shut down its Homeowners Card, which awarded points to cardholders for paying their mortgages.
Grok got crucial facts wrong about Bondi Beach shooting
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/grok-gets-the-facts-wrong-about-bondi-beach-shooting/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/grok-gets-the-facts-wrong-about-bondi-beach-shooting/
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Grok got crucial facts wrong about Bondi Beach shooting | TechCrunch
Grok, the chatbot built by Elon Musk’s xAI and popularized on his social media platform X, appears to have repeatedly spread misinformation about today’s mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Australia.
WhatsApp’s biggest market is becoming its toughest test
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/whatsapps-biggest-market-is-becoming-its-toughest-test/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/14/whatsapps-biggest-market-is-becoming-its-toughest-test/
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WhatsApp's biggest market is becoming its toughest test | TechCrunch
Meta has three months to comply with Indian government directions that could affect how WhatsApp operates in the country.
Thea Energy previews Helios, its pixel-inspired fusion power plant
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/thea-energy-previews-helios-its-pixel-inspired-fusion-power-plant/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/thea-energy-previews-helios-its-pixel-inspired-fusion-power-plant/
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Exclusive: Thea Energy previews Helios, its pixel-inspired fusion power plant | TechCrunch
Thea Energy says that its planar-coil fusion power plant could be cheaper and easier to build thanks to AI-powered control software.
Mirelo raises $41M from Index and a16z to solve AI video’s silent problem
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/mirelo-raises-41m-from-index-and-a16z-to-solve-ai-videos-silent-problem/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/mirelo-raises-41m-from-index-and-a16z-to-solve-ai-videos-silent-problem/
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Mirelo raises $41M from Index and a16z to solve AI video's silent problem | TechCrunch
Mirelo, a German startup that is building AI to add synced sound effects to videos, has raised a $41 million seed round led by Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz.
Nvidia is reportedly weighs ramping up H200 production to meet surging demand in China
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/nvidia-is-reportedly-weighs-ramping-up-h200-production-to-meet-surging-demand-in-china/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/nvidia-is-reportedly-weighs-ramping-up-h200-production-to-meet-surging-demand-in-china/
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Nvidia reportedly weighs ramping up H200 production to meet surging demand in China | TechCrunch
After successfully lobbying the Trump administration to approve the sales of its H200 chips to China, Nvidia is now thinking of adding capacity to produce more of the chips.
First Voyage raises $2.5M for its AI companion helps you build habits
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/first-voyage-raises-2-5m-for-its-ai-companion-helps-you-build-habits/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/first-voyage-raises-2-5m-for-its-ai-companion-helps-you-build-habits/
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First Voyage raises $2.5M for its AI companion that helps you build habits | TechCrunch
First Voyage has raised $2.5 million in a seed funding round from a16z speedrun, SignalFire, True Global, and other investors.
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Snapchat rolls out its end-of-year Recaps
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/snapchat-rolls-out-its-end-of-year-recaps/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/snapchat-rolls-out-its-end-of-year-recaps/
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Snapchat rolls out its end-of-year Recaps | TechCrunch
The Recap is a short video that offers a personalized look at highlights from Snaps, Stories, and Chats, showing how users connected and expressed themselves throughout the year.
Tesla starts testing robotaxis in Austin with no safety driver
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/tesla-starts-testing-robotaxis-in-austin-with-no-safety-driver/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/tesla-starts-testing-robotaxis-in-austin-with-no-safety-driver/
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Tesla starts testing robotaxis in Austin with no safety driver | TechCrunch
It's one of the last big steps before the company can truly claim it's operating a robotaxi service, and start to take on Waymo.
Netflix responds to concerns about WBD deal
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/netflix-responds-to-concerns-about-wbd-deal/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/netflix-responds-to-concerns-about-wbd-deal/
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Netflix responds to concerns about WBD deal | TechCrunch
Industry concerns over Netflix acquiring Warner Bros. has led executives to address fears regarding jobs and theatrical releases.
Zoom brings its AI assistant to the web with access to free users
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/zoom-brings-its-ai-assistant-to-the-web-with-access-to-free-users/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/zoom-brings-its-ai-assistant-to-the-web-with-access-to-free-users/
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Zoom brings its AI assistant to the web with access to free users | TechCrunch
Zoom is allowing free users to try its AI assistant in limited capacity.
Threads adds new communities, tests badges for highly engaged members
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/threads-adds-new-communities-tests-badges-for-highly-engaged-members/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/15/threads-adds-new-communities-tests-badges-for-highly-engaged-members/
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Threads adds new communities, tests badges for highly engaged members | TechCrunch
Threads, which has more than 150 million daily active users, adds more communities to its platform.