WhatsApp can now translate messages on iOS and Android
The company notes that translations occur on the user’s device where WhatsApp cannot see them, which means messages remain encrypted.
The Download: The startup that says it can stop lightning, and inside OpenAI’s Pentagon deal
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. This startup claims it can stop lightning and prevent catastrophic wildfires Startup Skyward Wildfire says it can prevent catastrophic fires by stopping the lightning strikes that ignite them. So far, it hasn’t publicly…
Dedicated mobile apps for vibe coding have so far failed to gain traction
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Mercor’s Brendan Foody breaks down AI’s impact on hiring at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
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Jaguar Land Rover Extends Production Shut Down Due to Cyberattack, Costing the Company More than a Billion So Far
Wealthy Americans love their Range Rovers. It might be tough to find a new one soon.
These Are the Top Global Franchises of 2025
Considering taking your business abroad? Follow a proven path with these outstanding international franchises.
These Are the Top Franchise Suppliers of 2025
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Why I Decided to Sell My Small Business: ‘I Still Choke Up’
My store was my whole identity. It brought me joy, but at the expense of myself.
The Types of Social Media Posts That Go Viral For Small Businesses
We all post dutifully, but what actually gets customers commenting? Here, six mom-and-pops share their most successful posts.
Vinod Khosla on AI, moonshots, and building enduring startups — all at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Vinod Khosla, founder of Khosla Ventures, takes the Disrupt Stage for a candid fireside chat on AI, climate, healthcare, and transformational startups. Hear blunt, big-picture advice from one of tech’s most legendary investors, and learn what founders truly need to succeed in turbulent times.
Tim Chen has quietly become of one the most sought-after solo investors
Tim Chen, solo VC at his firm Essence VC, just closed his fourth fund, a fresh $41 million, without even trying.