Whizz wants to own the delivery e-bike subscription space, starting with NYC

June 5, 2024

New York City, home to over 60,000 gig delivery workers, has been cracking down on cheap, uncertified e-bikes that have resulted in battery fires across the city.  Some e-bike providers may see such regulations as a problem for business. But e-bike subscription startup Whizz sees it as an opportunity.  “I think the market is moving […]

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Three ways founders can shine at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

June 5, 2024

TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 in San Francisco is the must-attend event for startup founders aiming to make their mark in the tech world. This year, founders have three exciting ways to participate, each tailored to maximize exposure, networking, and growth opportunities. Here’s how founders can join us this October: Attend with a Founder Pass Investing in […]

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Google’s new startup program focuses on bringing AI to public infrastructure

June 5, 2024

Google’s newest startup program, announced on Wednesday, aims to bring AI technology to the public sector. The newly launched “Google for Startups AI Academy: American Infrastructure” will offer participants hands-on training from AI experts and other support for companies solving problems in areas like agriculture, energy, education, public safety, healthcare, telecommunications, transportation, urban development, and […]

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eBay debuts AI-powered background tool to enhance product images

June 5, 2024

eBay’s newest AI feature allows sellers to replace image backgrounds with AI-generated backdrops. The tool is now available for iOS users in the U.S., U.K., and Germany. It’ll gradually roll out to Android users over the coming months.  Following in Amazon’s and Google’s footsteps, the e-commerce company announced on Tuesday the launch of its new […]

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