Backed by Google’s Gradient, Versed wants to help storytellers create video games using generative AI
Generative AI has undoubtedly been the big buzzword of the past year, driven in large part by Microsoft-backed OpenAI and ChatGPT. But while the ability...
EV laggard Toyota says its next-gen EVs will have over 600 miles range
Toyota plans to introduce a high-performance lithium-ion battery to its next-generation electric vehicles by 2026, part of the automaker’s new technology roadmap revealed Tuesday. The...
Kaya Founders backs Philippines startups from “Day 0”
The Philippines’ startup ecosystem is poised for strong growth, thanks to the country’s rising GDP, fast adoption of online services and a new generation of...
Finfra lets Indonesian businesses add embedded finance to their platforms
Finfra, an Indonesian startup that provides the tech infrastructure for online businesses that want to offer embedded finance products, has raised $1 million in new...
Zero-Error Systems raises $7.5M for its radiation-hardened semiconductor integrated circuits
Space is a tough place for electronic circuits since radiation causes short circuits that result in mission failure, said Hwai Lin Khor, vice president of...
The 2024 Polestar 2 features more power and range
Polestar today announced the US pricing and availability of the 2024 Polestar 2, which features significant upgrades to its power and range, along with styling...
Announcing the Security Stage agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt
A few weeks ago we introduced you to the brand new Security Stage, our debut space dedicated to cybersecurity at TechCrunch Disrupt. Now, we’re ready...
You can now share music on Instagram Notes, plus view translations
Instagram Notes is today getting its first set of new features following its December 2022 public launch. Currently, Instagram Notes allows users to leave a...
Netflix reportedly plans first live sports event with celebrities playing golf
Netflix could be planning to livestream a sporting event, which would feature professional golfers and Formula 1 drivers participating in a celebrity golf tournament. The...
France’s Mistral AI blows in with a $113M seed round at a $260M valuation to take on OpenAI
AI is well and truly off to the races: a startup that is only four weeks old has picked up a $113 million round of...