OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Thinks We’re in an AI Bubble Because Investors Are ‘Overexcited’ About Artificial Intelligence
Altman compared the AI bubble to “the tech bubble” or the dot-com crash.
The Download: AI’s impact on the economy, and DeepSeek strikes again
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The State of AI: Welcome to the economic singularity —David Rotman and Richard Waters Any far-reaching new technology is always uneven in its adoption, but few have been more uneven than generative AI.…
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Forget Follower Counts — Influence Is Now About Engagement and Community
Nano-influencers with small but loyal followings are driving high engagement, authenticity and targeted impact through niche online communities.
India’s government to propose blanket ban on real-money gaming
The Indian government plans to ban real-money games — whether skill- or chance-based — under its proposed online gaming regulation.
TechCrunch Mobility: Ford’s big bet
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
Aalo Atomics raises $100M to build a microreactor and data center together
Nuclear startup Aalo Atomics plans to turn on its first power plant, the 50-megawatt Aalo-X, in the summer of 2026. It’s an aggressive timeline that bucks nuclear industry trends.
Still Chasing Quick Wins? Here’s How That Mindset Is Stopping You From Scaling Your Business
Long-term success comes from refining the engine, not chasing the outcome.
I Tried Stardust and Scorpion Venom to Heal My Inflammation — Here’s What Happened
When I gave my TEDx talk on inflammation, I wasn’t speaking as a scientist. I was speaking as someone who had lived through it.
How to Ignite Commitment and Retain Top Talent in Today’s Modern Workplace
Join us for this free webinar and learn the essential factors that drive employees to join, stay, and thrive at work.
US spy chief says UK has dropped its Apple backdoor demand
Tulsi Gabbard said that President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance also participated in the negotiations with the U.K. government over its once-secret demand to Apple.
His Sushi Burger Got 50 Million Views — and Launched an Entire Business
Paul Ryu discusses how one off-menu item sparked millions of views, the type of creators he hires and what it takes to scale influence without selling out.