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Orkut Founder Launches New Venture Targeting Algorithms and AI Content
The creator of the defunct social network Orkut is starting a new company focused on challenging current algorithmic systems and artificial intelligence.
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Gamma, Engine and GV leaders to discuss early customer acquisition at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Executives from Gamma, Engine and Google Ventures will share strategies for securing the first 1,000 customers at the upcoming conference.
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Side Events and Networking Schedule Released for October
TechCrunch announces the full schedule of side events, happy hours, and networking opportunities for Disrupt Week in San Francisco.
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A16z’s Olivia Moore Highlights Revenue Expansion as Key to Consumer AI Growth
Andreessen Horowitz partner Olivia Moore argues that consumer AI success depends on moving beyond subscription and API-based revenue models.
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OpenAI Math Proofs Fall Short of Researcher Standards, TechCrunch Reports
OpenAI’s automated mathematical proofs failed to meet guidelines established by external researchers, highlighting gaps in current AI verification methods.
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Google transforms Gemini into autonomous AI agent for business workflows
Google is upgrading Gemini to function as an autonomous agent capable of planning, executing tasks, and managing subagents across enterprise systems.
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird Pricing Ends in Five Days
Early registration for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco closes soon, with attendees able to save up to $100 per pass before prices increase.
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Spotify launches enterprise software portal to commercialize internal tools
Spotify introduces a new platform to sell its proprietary technology to other companies, marking a strategic shift toward B2B services.
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Goodfire Launches Cost-Effective AI Agent Monitoring Solution Using Internal Model Inspection
The company introduces a new monitoring approach that inspects AI agents internally rather than using secondary models, significantly reducing operational costs.