Meet the team that investigates when journalists and activists get hacked with 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.

Trump administration seeks to deport hate speech researcher previously sued by X

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.

India startup funding hits $11B in 2025 as investors grow more selective

Startup funding rounds in India fell sharply in 2025 as investors concentrated capital into fewer companies.

FaZe Clan’s future is uncertain after influencers depart

Six influencers recently announced that they are leaving esports group FaZe Clan following unsuccessful contract negotiations with new management.

Investors share what to remember while raising a Series A

The goalposts have moved, the stakes are higher, and investors seem pickier than ever as the AI boom reshapes the industry.

These are the cybersecurity stories we were jealous of in 2025

The very best reporting and investigative journalism from our friends at other publications.

Treat yourself: The best smart glasses to buy with your holiday gift money

Whether you’re looking to get a pair yourself or just want to explore what’s available on the market today, we’ve compiled a list of the most compelling pairs available.

The 9 top cybersecurity startups from Disrupt Startup Battlefield 

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

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

VCs share their thoughts on what next year could bring to the market.