A 19-year-old nabs backing from Google execs for his AI memory startup, Supermemory

19-year-old Dhravya Shah, who is originally from Mumbai, has built a memory layer for AI applications with Google’s AI chief’s backing.

Inside Microsoft’s AI bet with CTO Kevin Scott at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott joins the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 to share how one of the world’s largest technology companies is navigating the AI revolution and what it means for startups and the future of innovation. Register now to join.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 exhibit tables are selling out fast and time is running out

Exhibit tables at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 are almost gone. We expanded the floor two weeks ago due to hot demand — and those extra tables are nearly sold out. Secure your table before competitors do.

If you’re not an AI startup, good luck raising money from VCs

PitchBook reports that VCs have poured $192.7 billion into the industry so far this year, out of a total $366.8 billion. In the most recent quarter, AI accounted for 62.7% of the money invested by U.S. VCs, and for 53.2% of money invested by global firms.

AI slop, government stops, and startup uncertainty

The U.S. government shutdown that began this week is the first in seven years. While it might not feel immediately disruptive, for startups waiting on permits, visas, or regulatory approvals, even a few weeks can become an existential problem.  On this episode of Equity, Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha, and Max Zeff talk through how uncertainty… Continua a leggere AI slop, government stops, and startup uncertainty

Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni share the playbook for scaling consumer AI and winning Gen Z at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

Phia co-founders Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni are redefining how Gen Z shops with AI. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, they’ll share how they’re scaling one of the year’s hottest startups into a lasting consumer brand. Register to join.

OpenAI is the world’s most valuable private company after private stock sale

OpenAI employees sold $6.6B in shares, leading company’s valuation to jump to $500B.

Last chance alert: Founder and Investor Bundle savings for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ends tomorrow

Founder and Investor Bundle savings for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 end tomorrow, October 3. Groups of 4–9 founders save 15% and investors save 20%. Access top VCs, pitch-ready startups, and hands-on sessions.

Meet the end-of-life planning startup co-founded by NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook

Eazewell helps families navigate end-of-life planning, from coordinating a funeral to canceling someone’s mail, with the help of AI.

Prickly Pear Health will showcase how it’s helping women’s brain health at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

Prickly Pear Health provides medical support for women’s brain health, a voice-first, AI-powered companion that helps women in their 30s to 50s navigate the hormonal changes that affect brain health.