Okosix will show its biodegradable plastic at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Healthcare has a plastic problem, but Okosix thinks its bio-derived, biodegradable material can replace single-use plastics throughout the industry.
Where OpenAI’s technology could show up in Iran
This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. It’s been just over two weeks since OpenAI reached a controversial agreement to allow the Pentagon to use its AI in classified environments. There are still pressing questions about what exactly OpenAI’s…
A 19-year-old nabs backing from Google execs for his AI memory startup, Supermemory
19-year-old Dhravya Shah, who is originally from Mumbai, has build a memory layer for AI applications with Google’s AI chief’s backing.
Adobe predicts AI-assisted online shopping to grow 520% during the 2025 U.S. holiday season
AI-assisted online shopping is still booming, new U.S. holiday e-commerce forecast shows.
Stuck On ‘What If It Doesn’t Work?’ Ask Yourself These 3 Questions
When fear asks, “What if it doesn’t work?” most entrepreneurs get paralyzed by worst-case scenarios and miss opportunities that could transform their businesses.
Five Steps to Building a Strong Culture Across Franchise Locations
When it comes to franchise success, reliable systems and processes are essential, but a thriving company culture is the glue that holds it all together.
The Small Hiring Change That Built Stronger Teams at My Company
A slight mindset shift turned hiring from a fearful chore into a growth catalyst, teaching me that decisive action often beats waiting for perfection.
Sugar Free Capital raises $32M inaugural fund to back early-staged MIT founders
Sugar Free Capital raises $32M inaugural fund to invest in MIT early-staged founders.
Instagram updates its Map feature to make it easier to tell if you’re sharing your location
Instagram is adding a more prominent indicator at the top of the Map to remind users whether or not they’re sharing their location.
Inside Microsoft’s AI bet with CTO Kevin Scott at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott joins the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 to share how one of the world’s largest technology companies is navigating the AI revolution and what it means for startups and the future of innovation. Register now to join.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 exhibit tables are selling out fast and time is running out
Exhibit tables at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 are almost gone. We expanded the floor two weeks ago due to hot demand — and those extra tables are nearly sold out. Secure your table before competitors do.