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Threads users can now chat with Meta AI in their DMs | TechCrunch

Meta on Monday said it is rolling out its Meta AI chatbot within Threads’ DMs, giving users a...

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Not to be outdone by OpenAI, Apple is reportedly developing an AI wearable | TechCrunch

Apple may be developing its own AI wearable, according to a report published Wednesday by The Information. The...

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Customers say Trump Mobile is leaking their personal information | TechCrunch

President Trump’s namesake cell phone provider and smartphone maker Trump Mobile is leaking customer data, including mailing addresses...

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Adobe acquires Indian market intelligence startup Rilo | TechCrunch

Adobe has acquired India-based marketing intelligence startup Rilo in a deal involving licensing and team acquisition, TechCrunch learned...

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Apple’s Vision Pro might add support for PlayStation VR controllers | TechCrunch

Apple is looking to make its Vision Pro mixed reality device more attractive to gamers and game developers,...

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Kalshi doubles valuation in 5 months, hitting $22B | TechCrunch

Prediction market startup Kalshi announced on Thursday a $1 billion Series F round, valuing the company at $22...

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Synthesia’s AI training platform is moving beyond videos into live coaching | TechCrunch

For years, Synthesia’s pitch was to use AI to help enterprises create interactive training videos, in minutes, for...

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Snapchat now lets you share what you’re listening to in real time | TechCrunch

Snapchat is now letting users share the music they’re listening to in real time via a new feature...

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Apple plans to make Siri an AI chatbot, report says | TechCrunch

Apple’s long-awaited Siri revamp could turn the smart assistant into a chatbot more akin to ChatGPT, according to...

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Security

Anthropic says Claude may want to see your ID | TechCrunch

Anthropic may ask Claude users to verify their age and identity by uploading their government-issued documents, according to...