TechCrunch Minute: Newchip, Techstars, and what happens when startup accelerators fail
Building a startup is hard. Building a company that helps startup is similarly difficult. That’s the takeaway from TechCrunch reporting on Techstars and Newchip. In the case of Newchip, the accelerator appeared to promise a bit more than it could deliver. Mix in a culture that appeared to be turbulent
Read morePolice resurrect Lockbit’s site and troll the ransomware gang
An international coalition of police agencies have resurrected the dark web site of the notorious LockBit ransomware gang, which they had seized earlier this year, teasing new revelations about the group. On Sunday, what was once LockBit’s official darknet site reappeared online with new posts that suggest the authorities are
Read moreHow to choose a deep tech startup program
Deep tech founders often had to go it alone. But today, there are a wealth of options from incubators to accelerators. Here's how to pick one. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read moreDorsey leaves Bluesky, tech giants do more with less, and the next IPO
News that Jack Dorsey is out at Bluesky caused a stir this weekend. After all, Dorsey is a former Twitter co-founder and CEO, so his investment of time into the rival social network carried weight. The decentralized social networking service said that it is looking for a new board member.
Read moreGoogle and African Union Partner to Launch #DiscoverMyAfrica
The Office of the African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy and Google have announced the launch of the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge, a month-long initiative celebrating the African continent’s diverse culture, heritage, and vitality. During May, YouTube creators from across Africa share short videos showcasing their unique perspectives, using the hashtag #DiscoverMyAfrica.
Read moreAlphabet-owned Intrinsic incorporates Nvidia tech into robotics platform
The first bit of news out of the Automate conference this year arrives by way of Alphabet X spinout Intrinsic. The firm announced at the Chicago event on Monday that it is incorporating a number of Nvidia offerings into its Flowstate robotic app platform. That includes Isaac Manipulator, a collection of
Read moreTelviva Platform Boosts Zestlife’s Contact Centre Turnaround
Zestlife is a financial services provider that offers insurance products. The company has built its business on its passion for customer service and commitment to fair treatment. This necessitates efficient and effective management of customer communication and engagement. Understanding a Contact Centre A contact center is pivotal to customer experience
Read moreRobinhood’s crypto arm receives SEC warning over alleged securities violations
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Robinhood’s cryptocurrency division could soon be in trouble with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In an 8-K filing submitted on Saturday, Robinhood revealed that it received a Wells notice from the SEC’s staff recommending the agency take action against the trading platform for
Read moreMeet the Future of Portability: Apple Launches MacBook Air
In a remarkable display of innovation, Apple has once again set the bar high in the tech industry with the unveiling of its latest MacBook Air models. The new 13 and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops are not just a step forward; they represent a giant leap in computing technology, thanks
Read moreIce Cream Shop Partners with Metrowatt for Freezing Solution
Paul and David How can one maintain the freezing of 20,000 liters of artisanal ice cream during a load shedding crisis? This was the dilemma confronting Paul Ballen, the founder of Paul’s Homemade Ice Cream, with their latest flagship dessert cafe situated in Parkhurst, Johannesburg. Faced with Eskom’s erratic power
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