Anthropic has announced its acquisition of Vercept, a Seattle-based AI startup known for developing tools that automate complex tasks using AI agents. This acquisition comes shortly after Anthropic previously acquired another AI company, Bun, to enhance its coding capabilities for its product Claude Code. Vercept was recognized for its innovative product, Vy, which functions as […]
Super Early Bird pricing for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is ending soon. The final day to secure early rates is February 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT, giving you just six days to save up to $680 on individual passes or 30% on community passes. This year, the event will take place from October 13-15 at San […]
Gabriel Vasquez, a partner at Andreessen Horowitz, recently mentioned that he took nine flights from New York City to Stockholm in just one year. His trips aimed to scout out future unicorns in Sweden, highlighting a strong interest in international investment. One notable outcome of his travels was the firm’s recent investment in Dentio, a […]
Sapiom, a startup founded by former Shopify engineering director Ilan Zerbib, has successfully raised $15 million to develop a financial infrastructure that enables AI agents to autonomously purchase the software and services they need. This technology aims to simplify payments and authentication for AI applications, allowing them to operate without the constant oversight of human […]
Although renowned founders like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Mark Zuckerberg didn’t complete their college education, research underscores that most successful startups are led by founders with at least a bachelor’s or graduate degree. Interestingly, despite this evidence, the allure of "dropout" founders remains strong, particularly in the context of recent AI advancements. This phenomenon […]
India’s startup ecosystem faced significant transformations in 2025, with funding reaching nearly $11 billion. However, investors adopted a more selective approach, leading to a notable decrease in the number of funding rounds—down nearly 39% from the previous year to 1,518 deals, according to data from Tracxn. Despite the total funding dropping by just over 17% […]
The TechCrunch Equity podcast team is looking ahead to 2026 by reflecting on the significant developments of 2025 in their latest episode. Hosts Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha, Rebecca Bellan, and Build Mode host Isabelle Johannessen come together to share their insights and predictions for the upcoming year. The discussion touches on a range of topics, […]
Micro1, a burgeoning competitor in the AI space, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone, claiming to have surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR). This significant growth comes just under two years after the company’s inception and marks a dramatic rise from approximately $7 million ARR at the start of the year. This figure […]
If there’s one consensus among venture capitalists (VCs) investing in AI startups, it’s that this sector demands a unique investment strategy compared to previous tech revolutions. Aileen Lee, founder of Cowboy Ventures, articulated this sentiment during her talk at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, declaring the current landscape as a “funky time.” The traditional rules have evolved, […]
The countdown is almost over — tomorrow’s the day! In less than 24 hours, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes over Moscone West. From October 27-29, 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators will gather in San Francisco for an exciting three days of building, connecting, and deal-making. As participants prepare, they can look forward to live demos of […]