LinkedIn targets users caught between TikTok and what used to be Twitter
Two weeks ago, TechCrunch broke the news that LinkedIn was getting into games, helping users “deepen relationships” through puzzle-based interactions. And on Wednesday, TechCrunch reported that the Microsoft-owned social network was experimenting with short-form videos. It’s as if LinkedIn is targeting a whole new “type” of user — one caught
Read moreProduct spotlight: CodeSignal Develop
We are living in exciting times, where technology is advancing faster than ever before. Recent innovations in generative AI are just the latest example of this. With each technological innovation comes the need for new technical skills, and the creation of new jobs specializing in those skills. For companies, this
Read moreAfter spat with TikTok, UMG expands Spotify partnership to include music videos and more
In the wake of Universal Music Group’s (UMG) public spat with TikTok, which saw the label pulling its full catalog from the video app earlier this year, the company is doubling down on its deal with Spotify. On Thursday, UMG announced an expansion of its strategic relationship with the streaming
Read moreA Bayesian approach to proving you’re human
I set up a GitHub account for a new employee this morning and spent a ridiculous amount of time proving that I’m human. The captcha was to listen to three audio clips at a time and say which one contains bird sounds. This is a really clever test, because humans
Read moreWhy a16z-backed Wonderschool is acquiring EarlyDay
Wonderschool, a startup that provides software and support to help individuals and local governments spin up childcare businesses, has acquired EarlyDay, which operates an early childhood educator marketplace. TechCrunch has covered Wonderschool since its infancy, including both of its seed rounds and its Series A (led by Andreessen Horowitz). Terms
Read moreSiemon Receives Top Honors from TIA for 2023 Star Awards
Siemon, proudly announces its recognition as a top 5% 2023 Star Award winner by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). The award acknowledges Siemon in the categories of the most engaged individual and most engaged company, affirming its commitment to advancing industry objectives and initiatives. TIA, the leading ANSI-accredited standards development body
Read moreHow can financial inclusion unlock sustainable growth?
Tough economic conditions may well force financial institutions into a type of survival mode where the priority and focus are on retaining and growing market share, which is crucial, of course, but purpose-driven banking is not only possible in difficult times, but it should also form the core of a
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The clock has almost run out! With just 48 hours left, this is your final opportunity to secure early-bird savings for TechCrunch Early Stage 2024. Don’t miss out on this chance to join industry leaders, experts, and fellow founders for a day packed with invaluable insights, networking opportunities, and actionable
Read moreYC-backed Pelago, a virtual clinic for addiction treatment, raises $58M Series C
Pelago Health, Y Combinator-backed telehealth company that uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help treat people with tobacco, alcohol and opioid addictions, said Thursday it had raised a $58 million Series C round. The recent funding, which brings its total raised to $151 million since being founded in 2017, comes
Read moreMetaview’s tool records interview notes so that hiring managers don’t have to
Metaview integrates with apps, phone systems, videoconferencing platforms and tools like Calendly and GoodTime to automatically capture the content of interviews. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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