Microsoft’s Mustafa Suleyman says its AI outperforms doctors on hard cases as he chases ‘medical superintelligence’
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/microsofts-mustafa-suleyman-says-its-ai-outperforms-doctors-on-hard-cases-as-he-chases-medical-superintelligence/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/microsofts-mustafa-suleyman-says-its-ai-outperforms-doctors-on-hard-cases-as-he-chases-medical-superintelligence/
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Microsoft’s Mustafa Suleyman says its AI outperforms doctors on hard cases as he chases ‘medical superintelligence’ | TechCrunch
Microsoft’s new AI diagnostic system beat generalist doctors on hard cases, according to a study in Science. But most of the improvement seems to come from the AI models underneath, not from Microsoft’s system itself.
1Password launches a way for AI agents to log in on your behalf without seeing your password
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/1password-launches-a-way-for-ai-agents-to-log-in-on-your-behalf-without-seeing-your-password/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/1password-launches-a-way-for-ai-agents-to-log-in-on-your-behalf-without-seeing-your-password/
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1Password launches a way for AI agents to log in on your behalf without seeing your password | TechCrunch
The new feature allows agents to log into a customer's personal accounts while still protecting the private credentials that secure those accounts.
Canva releases its first image generation model
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/canva-releases-its-first-image-generation-model/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/canva-releases-its-first-image-generation-model/
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Canva releases its first image generation model | TechCrunch
Canva is making its new image model available to all users, promising better, more customizable performance at lower costs.
The secret to fast startup growth isn’t early sales, top names in tech say
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/the-secret-to-fast-startup-growth-isnt-early-sales-top-names-in-tech-say/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/the-secret-to-fast-startup-growth-isnt-early-sales-top-names-in-tech-say/
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The secret to fast startup growth isn't early sales, top names in tech say | TechCrunch
At this year’s Disrupt, Lovable GTM lead Luke Arno, Polsia's Ben Broca, and Theory Ventures’ Tomasz Tunguz gave founders some tips on how to achieve true sales success in the first 90 days.
Arc browser sunsets December 22 as The Browser Company doubles down on Dia
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/arc-browser-sunsets-december-22-as-the-browser-company-doubles-down-on-dia/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/arc-browser-sunsets-december-22-as-the-browser-company-doubles-down-on-dia/
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Arc browser sunsets December 22 as The Browser Company doubles down on Dia | TechCrunch
Arc was fiercely beloved by a dedicated group of enthusiasts, but it never quite became the mass-market Chrome alternative its makers once envisioned.
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Rivian buys world model startup to accelerate self-driving ambitions
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/rivian-buys-world-model-startup-to-accelerate-self-driving-ambitions/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/rivian-buys-world-model-startup-to-accelerate-self-driving-ambitions/
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Rivian buys world model startup to accelerate self-driving ambitions | TechCrunch
Third Dimension's technology uses AI to match the physical world, which when combined with Rivian's reams of data could turn into a valuable simulator.
OpenAI working on new $30B raise at $1.25T valuation ahead of IPO
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/openai-working-on-new-30b-raise-at-1-25t-valuation-ahead-of-ipo/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/openai-working-on-new-30b-raise-at-1-25t-valuation-ahead-of-ipo/
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OpenAI working on new $30B raise at $1.25T valuation ahead of IPO | TechCrunch
Should OpenAI command an over $1 trillion valuation with this round, it would break records as the most highly valued private company ever.
As blockchain investing falls out of vogue, a16z Crypto rebrands as a16z Frontier
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/as-blockchain-investing-falls-out-of-vogue-a16z-crypto-rebrands-as-a16z-frontier/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/as-blockchain-investing-falls-out-of-vogue-a16z-crypto-rebrands-as-a16z-frontier/
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As blockchain investing falls out of vogue, a16z Crypto rebrands as a16z Frontier | TechCrunch
The digital asset unit, helmed by Chris Dixon, broadens its scope.
As blockchain investing falls out of vogue, a16z Crypto rebrands as a16z Frontier
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/as-blockchain-investing-falls-out-of-vogue-a16z-crypto-rebrands-as-a16z-frontier/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/as-blockchain-investing-falls-out-of-vogue-a16z-crypto-rebrands-as-a16z-frontier/
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As blockchain investing falls out of vogue, a16z Crypto rebrands as a16z Frontier | TechCrunch
The digital asset unit, helmed by Chris Dixon, broadens its scope.
Warhound raises $200M to engineer war dogs and arm them with Anduril gear
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/ben-lamm-raises-200m-for-warhound-to-engineer-war-dogs-and-arm-them-with-anduril-gear/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/ben-lamm-raises-200m-for-warhound-to-engineer-war-dogs-and-arm-them-with-anduril-gear/
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Warhound raises $200M to engineer war dogs and arm them with Anduril gear | TechCrunch
Warhound, the brainchild of Ben Lamm and Palmer Luckey, emerges from stealth to genetically engineer dogs for military and law enforcement.
Mark Zuckerberg’s creative plan to pay California’s proposed billionaire tax without losing control of Meta
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/mark-zuckerbergs-creative-plan-to-pay-californias-proposed-billionaire-tax-without-losing-control-of-meta/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/mark-zuckerbergs-creative-plan-to-pay-californias-proposed-billionaire-tax-without-losing-control-of-meta/
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Mark Zuckerberg's creative plan to pay California’s proposed billionaire tax without losing control of Meta | TechCrunch
A newly launched stock class being offered was partially engineered to help Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg pay the "billionaire's tax," should the measure be voted into law.
Left alone with nothing to do, AI agents started playing
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/left-alone-with-nothing-to-do-ai-agents-started-playing/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/left-alone-with-nothing-to-do-ai-agents-started-playing/
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Left alone with nothing to do, AI agents started playing | TechCrunch
MIT researchers marooned 13 AIs on a virtual island, and they responded by inventing games, mourning a lost ring and, eventually, getting better at their jobs.
Uber rival inDrive eyes 2027 robotaxi tests in Central Asia with Pony.ai and Nvidia
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/uber-rival-indrive-eyes-2027-robotaxi-tests-in-central-asia-with-pony-ai-and-nvidia/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/uber-rival-indrive-eyes-2027-robotaxi-tests-in-central-asia-with-pony-ai-and-nvidia/
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Uber rival inDrive eyes 2027 robotaxi tests in Central Asia with Pony AI and Nvidia | TechCrunch
The company plans to begin testing Pony.ai's robotaxis in Kazakhstan's capital in the first half of 2027.
Oura sues rival Ultrahuman again, threatening its U.S. smart ring comeback
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/oura-sues-rival-ultrahuman-again-threatening-its-u-s-smart-ring-comeback/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/22/oura-sues-rival-ultrahuman-again-threatening-its-u-s-smart-ring-comeback/
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Oura sues rival Ultrahuman again, threatening its U.S. smart ring comeback | TechCrunch
Oura alleges in its newest lawsuit that Ultrahuman's Ring Pro infringes two of its patents.
From Toast to Bessemer: Who founders will hear from at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/23/from-toast-to-bessemer-who-founders-will-hear-from-at-techcrunch-founder-summit-2026/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/23/from-toast-to-bessemer-who-founders-will-hear-from-at-techcrunch-founder-summit-2026/
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From Toast to Bessemer: Who founders will hear from at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 | TechCrunch
Hosted by TechCrunch in partnership with Fidelity Private Shares, the full-day event goes beyond fundraising and AI to explore the realities of finding customers, building teams, sharpening a pitch, developing founder leadership, and scaling companies both…
Carta and NewView partner, hoping to entice more startups to let employees sell shares early
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/23/carta-and-newview-partner-hoping-to-entice-more-startups-to-let-employees-sell-shares-early/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/23/carta-and-newview-partner-hoping-to-entice-more-startups-to-let-employees-sell-shares-early/
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Carta and NewView partner, hoping to entice more startups to let employees sell shares early | TechCrunch
A new program wants to encourage more startups to allow workers to cash out early by making it easier to transact tender offers.
Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/all-the-ai-agents-that-can-live-in-your-text-messages/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/all-the-ai-agents-that-can-live-in-your-text-messages/
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Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages | TechCrunch
We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
The Boox Palma 2 Pro finally got me to stop reading on my phone
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/the-boox-palma-2-pro-finally-got-me-to-stop-reading-on-my-phone/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/the-boox-palma-2-pro-finally-got-me-to-stop-reading-on-my-phone/
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The Boox Palma 2 Pro finally got me to stop reading on my phone | TechCrunch
The $400 Boox Palma 2 Pro is a smartphone-sized e-reader designed for people who want to read books, articles, and documents on a small E Ink display.
Will AI expose the rickety infrastructure of the internet?
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/will-ai-expose-the-rickety-infrastructure-of-the-internet/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/will-ai-expose-the-rickety-infrastructure-of-the-internet/
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Will AI expose the rickety infrastructure of the internet? | TechCrunch
The moment you realize the internet is "held together by glue and dreams."
Starlink seems to be working normally again in Ukraine
https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/starlink-seems-to-be-working-normally-again-in-ukraine/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/24/starlink-seems-to-be-working-normally-again-in-ukraine/
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Starlink seems to be working normally again in Ukraine | TechCrunch
Elon Musk reportedly ordered SpaceX to throttle Ukraine's Starlink access.
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