The European startup market’s data doesn’t match its energy — yet
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/24/the-european-startup-markets-data-doesnt-match-its-energy-yet/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/24/the-european-startup-markets-data-doesnt-match-its-energy-yet/
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The European startup market's data doesn't match its energy — yet | TechCrunch
Europe's startup market hasn't produced meaningful numbers but there is reason to believe the data will start to change.
The year data centers went from backend to center stage
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/24/the-year-data-centers-went-from-backend-to-center-stage/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/24/the-year-data-centers-went-from-backend-to-center-stage/
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The year data centers went from backend to center stage | TechCrunch
Data centers are no longer the boring tech issue they once were.
Nvidia acquires AI chip challenger Groq for $20B, report says
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/24/nvidia-acquires-ai-chip-challenger-groq-for-20b-report-says/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/24/nvidia-acquires-ai-chip-challenger-groq-for-20b-report-says/
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Nvidia to license AI chip challenger Groq's tech and hire its CEO | TechCrunch
With Groq on its side, Nvidia is poised to become even more dominant in chip manufacturing.
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The best distraction blockers to jumpstart your focus in the new year
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/25/the-best-distraction-blockers-to-jumpstart-your-focus-in-the-new-year/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/25/the-best-distraction-blockers-to-jumpstart-your-focus-in-the-new-year/
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The best distraction blockers to jumpstart your focus in the new year | TechCrunch
Whether you need to limit social media scrolling or block off time to be productive, there are different tools that can help you stay on task
How a Spanish virus brought Google to Málaga
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/25/how-a-spanish-virus-brought-google-to-malaga/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/25/how-a-spanish-virus-brought-google-to-malaga/
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How a Spanish virus brought Google to Málaga | TechCrunch
Spanish entrepreneur Bernardo Quintero, whose company is at the root of Google's Málaga cybersecurity hub, identified the author of the computer virus that influenced his career.
These are the cybersecurity stories we were jealous of in 2025
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/these-are-the-cybersecurity-stories-we-were-jealous-of-in-2025/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/these-are-the-cybersecurity-stories-we-were-jealous-of-in-2025/
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These are the cybersecurity stories we were jealous of in 2025 | TechCrunch
The very best reporting and investigative journalism from our friends at other publications.
The 9 top cybersecurity startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/the-9-top-cybersecurity-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/the-9-top-cybersecurity-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
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The 9 top cybersecurity startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield | TechCrunch
Here is the full list of the cybersecurity Startup Battlefield 200 selectees, along with a note on what made us select them for the competition.
Naware’s chemical-free weed killer tech could change how we treat lawns
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/nawares-chemical-free-weed-killer-tech-could-change-how-we-treat-lawns/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/nawares-chemical-free-weed-killer-tech-could-change-how-we-treat-lawns/
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Naware's chemical-free weed killer tech could change how we treat lawns | TechCrunch
A classic hardware startup, Naware set out with a problem -- kill weeds without chemicals -- and relentlessly tinkered until they found a solution.
What’s ahead for startups and VCs in 2026? Investors weigh in
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/whats-ahead-for-startups-and-vcs-in-2026-investors-weigh-in/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/whats-ahead-for-startups-and-vcs-in-2026-investors-weigh-in/
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What's ahead for startups and VCs in 2026? Investors weigh in | TechCrunch
VCs share their thoughts on what next year could bring to the market.
How reality crushed Ÿnsect, the French startup that had raised over $600M for insect farming
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/how-reality-crushed-ynsect-the-french-startup-that-had-raised-over-600m-for-insect-farming/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/26/how-reality-crushed-ynsect-the-french-startup-that-had-raised-over-600m-for-insect-farming/
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How reality crushed Ÿnsect, the French startup that had raised over $600M for insect farming | TechCrunch
French insect farming company Ÿnsect was recently placed into judicial liquidation for insolvency, despite raising over $600 million.
The 7 top space and defense tech startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/the-7-top-space-and-defense-tech-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/the-7-top-space-and-defense-tech-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
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The 7 top space and defense tech startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield | TechCrunch
Here is the full list of the space and defense tech Startup Battlefield 200 selectees, along with a note on what made us select them for the competition.
NY Governor Hochul signs bill requiring warning labels on ‘addictive’ social media
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/ny-governor-hochul-signs-bill-requiring-warning-labels-on-addictive-social-media/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/ny-governor-hochul-signs-bill-requiring-warning-labels-on-addictive-social-media/
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NY Governor Hochul signs bill requiring warning labels on ‘addictive’ social media | TechCrunch
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill requiring social media platforms to show warning labels to younger users before they’re exposed to features such as autoplay and infinite scrolling.
The 22 top clean tech and energy startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/the-22-top-clean-tech-and-energy-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/the-22-top-clean-tech-and-energy-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
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The 22 top clean tech and energy startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield | TechCrunch
Here is the full list of the clean tech and energy Startup Battlefield 200 selectees, along with a note on what made us select them for the competition.
Meet the team that investigates when journalists and activists get hacked with government spyware
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/meet-the-team-that-investigates-when-journalists-and-activists-get-hacked-with-government-spyware/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/meet-the-team-that-investigates-when-journalists-and-activists-get-hacked-with-government-spyware/
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Meet the team that hunts government spyware
For years, Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline has been aiding journalists and dissidents who have been targeted with government spyware. This is how they operate.
Investors share what to remember while raising a Series A
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/investors-share-what-to-remember-while-raising-a-series-a/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/investors-share-what-to-remember-while-raising-a-series-a/
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Investors share what to remember while raising a Series A | TechCrunch
Investors share what founders should remember if looking to raise a Series A.
Trump administration seeks to deport hate speech researcher previously sued by X
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/trump-administration-seeks-to-deport-hate-speech-researcher-previously-sued-by-x/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/trump-administration-seeks-to-deport-hate-speech-researcher-previously-sued-by-x/
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Trump administration seeks to deport hate speech researcher previously sued by X | TechCrunch
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of State from arresting or deporting Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate.
FaZe Clan’s future is uncertain after influencers depart
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/faze-clans-future-is-uncertain-after-influencers-depart/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/faze-clans-future-is-uncertain-after-influencers-depart/
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FaZe Clan’s future is uncertain after influencers depart | TechCrunch
Six influencers recently announced that they are leaving esports group FaZe Clan following unsuccessful contract negotiations with new management.
India startup funding hits $11B in 2025 as investors grow more selective
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/india-startup-funding-hits-11b-in-2025-as-investors-grow-more-selective/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/india-startup-funding-hits-11b-in-2025-as-investors-grow-more-selective/
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India startup funding hits $11B in 2025 as investors grow more selective | TechCrunch
Startup funding rounds in India fell sharply in 2025 as investors concentrated capital into fewer companies.
Best Apple Watch apps for boosting your productivity
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/best-apple-watch-apps-for-boosting-your-productivity/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/27/best-apple-watch-apps-for-boosting-your-productivity/
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Best Apple Watch apps for boosting your productivity | TechCrunch
There are many Apple Watch apps that can help you stay productive with a quick glance of your wrist with minimal distractions.
OpenAI is looking for a new Head of Preparedness
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/28/openai-is-looking-for-a-new-head-of-preparedness/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/28/openai-is-looking-for-a-new-head-of-preparedness/
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OpenAI is looking for a new Head of Preparedness | TechCrunch
OpenAI is looking to hire a new executive responsible for studying emerging AI-related risks in areas ranging from computer security to mental health.
The 14 fintech, real estate, proptech startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/28/the-14-fintech-real-estate-proptech-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
Source:https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/28/the-14-fintech-real-estate-proptech-startups-from-disrupt-startup-battlefield/
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The 14 fintech, real estate, proptech startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield | TechCrunch
Here is the full list of the fintech, real estate, and proptech Startup Battlefield 200 selectees, along with a note on what made us select them for the competition.