Nuclear startup Last Energy raises $100M for its steel-encased micro reactor
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/nuclear-startup-last-energy-raises-100m-for-its-steel-encased-micro-reactor/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/nuclear-startup-last-energy-raises-100m-for-its-steel-encased-micro-reactor/
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Nuclear startup Last Energy raises $100M for its steel-encased micro reactor | TechCrunch
Last Energy will use the funds to build its 5 megawatt pilot reactor in Texas, which it hopes to turn on next year.
Adobe Firefly now supports prompt-based video editing, adds more third-party models
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/adobe-firefly-now-supports-prompt-based-video-editing-adds-more-third-party-models/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/adobe-firefly-now-supports-prompt-based-video-editing-adds-more-third-party-models/
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Adobe Firefly now supports prompt-based video editing, adds more third-party models | TechCrunch
Adobe is updating its AI video-generation app, Firefly, with a new video editor that supports precise prompt-based edits, as well as adding new third-party models for image and video generation, including Black Forest Labs' FLUX.2 and Topaz Astra.
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India’s Digantara raises $50M for space-based missile defence tech
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/indias-digantara-raises-50m-for-space-based-missile-defence-tech/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/indias-digantara-raises-50m-for-space-based-missile-defence-tech/
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India's Digantara raises $50M for space-based missile defense tech | TechCrunch
With this funding, Digantara has raised $64.5 million in total as it moves beyond space situational awareness into missile tracking, citing growing demand from governments for space-based defense capabilities.
Hacking group says it’s extorting Pornhub after stealing users’ viewing data
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/hacking-group-says-its-extorting-pornhub-after-stealing-users-viewing-data/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/hacking-group-says-its-extorting-pornhub-after-stealing-users-viewing-data/
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Hacking group says it's extorting Pornhub after stealing users’ viewing data | TechCrunch
The Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters hacking collective stole Pornhub premium users’ data, including email addresses and viewing history.
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Apple TV adds support for Google Cast even as Netflix ditches the feature
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/apple-tv-adds-support-for-google-cast-even-as-netflix-ditches-the-feature/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/apple-tv-adds-support-for-google-cast-even-as-netflix-ditches-the-feature/
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Apple TV adds support for Google Cast even as Netflix ditches the feature | TechCrunch
The tech giant's adoption of Google Cast signals its interest in making Apple TV a more competitive streaming service at a time when the market is seeing increased consolidation.
Instagram brings Reels to the big screen, starting with Amazon Fire TV
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/instagram-brings-reels-to-the-big-screen-starting-with-amazon-fire-tv/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/instagram-brings-reels-to-the-big-screen-starting-with-amazon-fire-tv/
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Instagram brings Reels to the big screen, starting with Amazon Fire TV | TechCrunch
By bringing Reels to TVs, Instagram can better compete with YouTube, which largely dominates the TV space.
Canadian peer-to-Peer clothing rental company Rax is expanding to the U.S.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/canadian-peer-to-peer-clothing-rental-company-rax-is-expanding-to-the-u-s/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/canadian-peer-to-peer-clothing-rental-company-rax-is-expanding-to-the-u-s/
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Canadian peer-to-peer clothing rental company Rax is expanding to the US | TechCrunch
Rax is a peer-to-peer clothing rental company that won top consumer pitch at Disrupt this year.
Netflix doubles down on video podcasts with iHeartMedia deal
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/netflix-doubles-down-on-video-podcasts-with-iheartmedia-deal/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/netflix-doubles-down-on-video-podcasts-with-iheartmedia-deal/
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Netflix doubles down on video podcasts with iHeartMedia deal | TechCrunch
As part of the agreement, Netflix will get a diverse range of shows spanning comedy, crime, history, sports, and more.
Whole Foods to install smart food waste bins from Mill starting in 2027
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/whole-foods-to-install-smart-food-waste-bins-from-mill-starting-in-2027/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/whole-foods-to-install-smart-food-waste-bins-from-mill-starting-in-2027/
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Whole Foods to install smart food waste bins from Mill starting in 2027 | TechCrunch
The food waste startup founded by Nest alumnus Matt Rogers also received an investment from Amazon's Climate Pledge Fund.
Uber Eats alum lands $14M seed from a16z to fix WhatsApp chaos for LatAm’s doctors
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/uber-eats-alum-lands-14m-seed-from-a16z-to-fix-whatsapp-chaos-for-latams-doctors/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/uber-eats-alum-lands-14m-seed-from-a16z-to-fix-whatsapp-chaos-for-latams-doctors/
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Uber Eats alum lands $14M seed from a16z to fix WhatsApp chaos for LatAm's doctors | TechCrunch
Leona Health built an AI co-pilot to manage the flood of patient messages Latin American doctors receive on WhatsApp.
How Luminar’s doomed Volvo deal helped drag the company into bankruptcy
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/how-luminars-doomed-volvo-deal-helped-drag-the-company-into-bankruptcy/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/how-luminars-doomed-volvo-deal-helped-drag-the-company-into-bankruptcy/
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How Luminar's doomed Volvo deal helped drag the company into bankruptcy | TechCrunch
Luminar says trouble with Volvo started as early as 2022, and that the Swedish automaker made -- but then backed away from -- large orders of its lidar sensors.
Google tests an email-based productivity assistant
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/google-tests-an-email-based-productivity-assistant/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/google-tests-an-email-based-productivity-assistant/
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Google tests an email-based productivity assistant | TechCrunch
Google's new email-based assistant will be available to AI Pro and Ultra plan users over the age of 18 in North America.
OpenAI continues on its ‘code red’ warpath with new image generation model
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/openai-continues-on-its-code-red-warpath-with-new-image-generation-model/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/openai-continues-on-its-code-red-warpath-with-new-image-generation-model/
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OpenAI continues on its 'code red' warpath with new image generation model | TechCrunch
OpenAI rolls out GPT Image 1.5 for ChatGPT, promising 4x faster generation, better instruction-following, and precise edits. The launch escalates its rivalry with Google Gemini.
Meta’s AI glasses can now help you hear conversations better
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/metas-ai-glasses-can-now-help-you-hear-conversations-better/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/metas-ai-glasses-can-now-help-you-hear-conversations-better/
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Meta's AI glasses can now help you hear conversations better | TechCrunch
Conversation focus uses the AI glasses' open-ear speakers to amplify the voice of the person you're talking to, says Meta.
DoorDash rolls out Zesty, an AI social app for discovering new restaurants
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/doordash-rolls-out-zesty-an-ai-social-app-for-discovering-new-restaurants/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/doordash-rolls-out-zesty-an-ai-social-app-for-discovering-new-restaurants/
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DoorDash rolls out Zesty, an AI social app for discovering new restaurants | TechCrunch
Users can view and share photos and comments about restaurants they’ve visited, discover content from others, and follow people just like on any social network.
Slate crosses 150,000 reservations despite waning EV truck enthusiasm
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/slate-crosses-150000-reservations-despite-waning-ev-truck-enthusiasm/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/slate-crosses-150000-reservations-despite-waning-ev-truck-enthusiasm/
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Slate crosses 150,000 reservations despite waning EV truck enthusiasm | TechCrunch
It took Slate Auto about seven months to grow its customer list by 50%, but new reservations appear to be outpacing any cancelations.
WikiFlix shows us what Netflix would have been like 100 years ago
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/wikiflix-shows-us-what-netflix-would-have-been-like-100-years-ago/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/wikiflix-shows-us-what-netflix-would-have-been-like-100-years-ago/
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WikiFlix shows us what Netflix would have been like 100 years ago | TechCrunch
On WikiFlix, a Netflix-inspired archive of public domain films, you can watch movies like "It's a Wonderful Life" and "Nosferatu" for free.
Tesla engaged in deceptive marketing for Autopilot and Full Self-Driving, judge rules
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/tesla-engaged-in-deceptive-marketing-for-autopilot-and-full-self-driving-judge-rules/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/tesla-engaged-in-deceptive-marketing-for-autopilot-and-full-self-driving-judge-rules/
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Tesla engaged in deceptive marketing for Autopilot and Full Self-Driving, judge rules | TechCrunch
The judge ruled Tesla should have to suspend manufacturing and sales in California for 30 days, but the DMV stayed those rulings for 90 days to allow Tesla to comply.
Monzo board reportedly pushed out CEO Anil over IPO timing
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/monzo-board-reportedly-pushed-out-ceo-anil-over-ipo-timing/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/16/monzo-board-reportedly-pushed-out-ceo-anil-over-ipo-timing/
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Monzo board reportedly pushed out CEO Anil over IPO timing | TechCrunch
A key issue, reportedly, was IPO timing.
Google deepens consumer credit push in India with UPI-linked card
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/17/google-deepens-consumer-credit-push-in-india-with-upi-linked-card/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/17/google-deepens-consumer-credit-push-in-india-with-upi-linked-card/
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Google deepens consumer credit push in India with UPI-linked card | TechCrunch
Google has entered India's growing co-branded credit card market by partnering with Axis Bank.
Amazon reportedly in talks to invest $10B in OpenAI as circular deals stay popular
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/17/amazon-reportedly-in-talks-to-invest-10b-in-openai-as-circular-deals-stay-popular/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/17/amazon-reportedly-in-talks-to-invest-10b-in-openai-as-circular-deals-stay-popular/
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Amazon reportedly in talks to invest $10B in OpenAI as circular deals stay popular | TechCrunch
Amazon is in early discussions to invest as much as $10 billion in OpenAI in a deal that would see the AI lab using the e-commerce giant's AI chips.
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