Teenagers can now hail a Waymo robotaxi in Phoenix
Waymo has begun offering teen accounts for families in Phoenix as it works to expand more of its user base and entrench young riders in the autonomous life.
Fighting forever chemicals and startup fatigue
What if we could permanently remove the toxic “forever chemicals” contaminating our water? That’s the driving force behind Michigan-based startup Enspired Solutions, founded by environmental toxicologist Denise Kay and chemical engineer Meng Wang. The duo left corporate consulting in the rearview mirror to take on one of the most pervasive environmental challenges: PFAS. “PFAS is…
5 Strategies Successful Side Hustlers Use to Create Full-Time Businesses
To become a thriving business, your side hustle should be grounded in more than just passion.
Companies Are Paying Thousands for Etiquette Experts to Remind Gen Z to Bathe Before Going to the Office
Some employers are hiring etiquette coaches to help Gen Z workers better navigate office culture.
Why Your Business Won’t Scale Without Expert Advisors
Expert advice can be one of your biggest growth accelerators — but only if you know how to access the right people. Here’s how to build a trusted inner circle that offers real insight, not just surface-level support.
Meta Poaches Top Apple Executive With Compensation Offer Reportedly in the Tens of Millions
Meta’s latest hire for its superintelligence group is a former manager who led a 100-person team at Apple.
From a $120M Acquisition to a $1.3T Market
Co-ownership is creating big opportunities for entrepreneurs.
ByteDance reportedly plans to release US-specific version of CapCut
Launching a U.S.-specific app could be part of the company’s broader plan to comply with a 2024 law requiring ByteDance to divest from TikTok.
Bookshop.org mocks Jeff Bezos wedding invite in anti-Prime Day promo
The independent online bookseller Bookshop.org took a swipe at Amazon to celebrate the start of Prime Day, Amazon’s annual sale (which, despite its name, is actually four days this year). Like many other retailers, Bookshop.org holds a sale to coincide with Amazon’s big event — it’s a way to lure away consumers who may be […]
Thank you to the visionaries: Celebrating the partners behind TechCrunch All Stage
At TechCrunch All Stage, we’re excited to showcase the partners who help shape the conversation around innovation and entrepreneurship. Their involvement goes beyond sponsorship — they bring real-world insights that reflect the pulse of today’s startup landscape. From fresh ideas to practical strategies, these partners are driving the energy and inspiration that fuel the event […]
The tech behind Rivian’s 2026 Quad-Motor truck and SUV — and that kick turn
Rivian has opened customer orders for its second-generation quad-motor R1S and R1T EVs.