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Amjad Masad of Replit discusses the future of coding, competition with Cursor, and why he's focused on building rather than selling the company.

StrictlyVC returns to San Francisco on April 30, 2026, promising an engaging lineup of speakers and networking opportunities for VCs and entrepreneurs alike.

SpaceX's $60 billion buyout offer to Cursor disrupts a $2 billion funding round. This bold move could reshape tech acquisition strategies and startup independence.

AI startups are thriving in a unique 12-month window. As foundational models expand, these companies face both opportunities and challenges.

Factory raises $150 million, hitting a $1.5B valuation to transform enterprise coding with AI and make software development more accessible.

Join leaders from TDK Ventures, Replit, and more at StrictlyVC San Francisco on April 30. Don't miss out on insightful talks and networking opportunities!

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Mercor, a $10B startup, faces dire consequences after a data breach, suffering lawsuits and losing clients, highlighting vulnerabilities in tech security.

Arcee, a tiny U.S. startup, is gaining traction with its powerful open-source LLM, appealing to developers and users alike. Their journey is one to watch.

Startup Battlefield 200 applications are now open! This is a unique opportunity for startups to secure VC access, TechCrunch coverage, and potentially $100K.

Zero Shot is a new venture fund led by OpenAI alumni, aiming to raise $100 million for impactful investments in AI and tech. Discover their strategy and vision.

Moonbounce is revolutionizing content moderation with its AI control engine, raising $12 million to ensure consistent and reliable policy enforcement.

Yupp's sudden closure after raising $33M highlights challenges in the startup world. What can we learn from its journey and the competitive AI landscape?

LiteLLM ends its partnership with Delve after a malware incident raises security concerns. What are the implications for the AI startup and the industry?

Elon Musk's xAI faces turbulence as co-founders depart, raising questions about its future. Explore industry implications and what this means for AI innovation.

David Sacks steps back from his role as AI czar, signaling a shift in tech policy dynamics. What lies ahead for AI governance in the U.S.?

Gimlet Labs has raised $80 million to tackle the AI inference bottleneck by enabling models to run across various chip architectures simultaneously.

Air Street Capital has raised $232 million to invest in early-stage AI startups. This ambitious move positions them as a significant player in the venture capital landscape.

Nominations for the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 are open! Nominate a startup for a chance at $100,000 and invaluable investor access before May 27.

Nyne, a father-son startup, aims to enhance AI with emotional understanding, recently securing $5.3 million in funding. Discover their vision for AI's future.

Rox AI, a new player in sales automation, has hit a $1.2B valuation and aims to transform CRM tools with AI-native solutions. What does this mean for the industry?

The Pentagon's controversy with Anthropic raises questions for startups eyeing defense contracts. Will this deter innovation in critical sectors?

Anthropic's failed Pentagon deal highlights the challenges AI startups face in federal contracts. As OpenAI steps in, the implications for ethics and control loom large.

Decagon's $4.5B valuation highlights a trend in employee liquidity, offering cash through tender offers. This could reshape startup compensation forever.

14.ai, co-founded by a married duo, is revolutionizing customer support by replacing traditional teams with AI technology. Can AI truly replace the human touch?

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A warning from a Google VP highlights the struggle for survival among LLM wrapper and AI aggregator startups amid tightening margins and competition.

The creator economy is evolving beyond ad revenue. Creators like MrBeast are launching businesses, signaling a shift in how content creators monetize their work.

At Web Summit Qatar, startup CEOs discuss how AI tools will replace tasks, not workers, emphasizing the importance of human creativity and intuition.