TechCrunch+ Roundup: Slashing SaaS costs, FedNow’s ‘game changer,’ diverse cap tables
Software is a company’s third-largest expense, but because it’s spread across multiple departments, it’s the CFO’s responsibility to find places to cut.
The Download: how AI is used for military targeting, and the Pentagon’s war on Claude
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. Defense official reveals how AI chatbots could be used for targeting decisions The US military might use generative AI systems to rank targets and recommend which to strike first, according to a Defense Department…
Deepfake election risks trigger EU call for more generative AI safeguards
The European Union has warned more needs to be done to address the risks that widely accessible generative AI tools may pose to free and fair debate in democratic societies, with the bloc’s values and transparency commissioner highlighting AI-generated disinformation as a potential threat to elections ahead of the pan-EU vote to choose a new […]
15 Strategies to Help Leaders Overcome Resistance to Change
Overcoming resistance to change is a critical skill for change leaders. By understanding the reasons behind resistance and employing effective strategies, you can increase the likelihood of a successful transformation.
‘I Am Blessed’: Woman Finds $100,000 Forgotten Powerball Ticket While ‘Going Through Papers’
The 75-year-old retiree from Virginia plans to deposit the money directly to her bank account.
How To Grow Your Startup With Rapid Experimentation
Lessons from a self-funded startup that grew through rapid experimentation.
Travis Kelce Jersey Sales Soar 400%, Thanks to Taylor Swift
The pair nearly broke the internet on Sunday after Swift was seen cheering for the NFL tight end inside at Arrowhead Stadium.
‘Cash Flow King’ Podcast Host Slammed With Charges in $11 Million Ponzi Scheme
The SEC alleges that Matthew Motil “fraudulently targeted investors.”
Found: Live from TechCrunch Disrupt with cybersecurity trailblazer Window Snyder from Thistle Technologies
Welcome back to Found, the podcast where we get the stories behind the startups.
Uber is getting tighter with taxi companies
When Uber first launched its ride-hailing service, the company was more pariah than partner to the taxi industry. Some 12 years later, it seems to be the latter. Uber announced Tuesday a multi-year partnership with Los Angeles Yellow Cab and its five partner taxi fleets in Southern California. Under the arrangement, taxi drivers will have […]
Bootstrapping is cool once again
Network or no, startup founders are increasingly having to figure out sources of financing that’s not venture capital.