Our global search continues, and today, we are calling on early-stage startups across Africa to apply for the Startup Battlefield 200 by Disruption 2023. The application window closes on May 15 at 11:59 PDT. Africa: The Startup Battlefield is looking for 200 of your startups The SB 200 is the premier competition of the startup world, and has a global reach. In the year The inaugural team, which debuted last year at Riot 2022, includes three impressive debuts from two African countries. Apply to the Startup Battlefield 200 at TC…
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Chinese VCs have lived the high life of Silicon Valley. Now the party is over Wired
With top-ranked American colleges—including Harvard, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Carnegie Mellon—academic ties have been strengthened by hosting forums for Chinese investors. These are now under new control. In the year In January 2021, the FBI arrested MIT professor Gang Chen in January 2021 on federal grant fraud charges. The charges were later dropped. It was at this point that Michael decided to leave America, return to China and join a startup founded by a few friends. “At that time, China seemed to have a lot of opportunities,…
Comedian’s take on India’s new censorship law | Wired
But the legal challenger added that it was not against him. “This is bigger than any profession. It affects everyone. He pointed to a wide gap between the official report on the impact of Covid on the country and the assessment by international agencies. “The World Health Organization has said that the number of Covid deaths in India is almost 10 times higher than the official count. Anyone who suggests that can be branded a fake news peddler, and should be taken down. In April 2021, India’s most populous Uttar…
Daily Crunch: ‘Samsung Bans Employees From Using Creative AI Amid Growing Concerns About Security Risks’
To get TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3pm PDT; Register here. May the second be with you – to be honest, we never understood that joke. Maybe one of you can enlighten us. There’s still some time left if you want to get your applications in for the Startup Battlefield 200. Come to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023, and sit in front of a room full of fellow startups and—certainly more important—investors. And don’t forget to vote for the specific sessions you like! –…
Amazon’s 10 Best Pet Day Deals: Carpet Cleaners, Dog Beds, and More
It’s Amazon’s pet. Today – actually do that DaysBecause the sale lasts until May 3rd at 11:59 PM Pacific. Most of the deals are geared toward cats and dogs, but there are some discounts for smaller animals. Importantly, some of our favorite pet-friendly gadgets are on sale, and we’ve highlighted them below. You can find more tips on the best cat supplies, the best gear for dogs and the best pet cameras in our guides. Special offer for Gear readers: Get a 1-year subscription to WIRED for $5 ($25 off).…
TechCrunch Disrupt Expo+ passes are on sale now.
Terrible news for anyone who doesn’t have the time or budget to go whole-hog at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 in San Francisco, September 19-21. We’ve released new Expo+ passes into the wild, so to speak. It’s a great option for next-generation startups showcasing their technology and anyone looking to network for any opportunity — like a new gig, co-founder, or skilled engineer. You can find a potential investment, customer or service provider. Or you can work your own magic and get a completely different opportunity. Pro Savers tip: Prices will increase…
TechCrunch Live is coming to Atlanta and you’re invited!
There is Atlanta, Georgia. It has emerged as one of the busiest innovation hubs in the country, with a number of investors backing the enterprise, cyber security and SaaS sectors, as well as the hot new startups coming out of the city. Some notable companies from Atlanta include Calendly, Kabbage, One Trust, and FullStory—all unicorns, by the way. Many, like Calendley, have passed through the Atlanta Tech Village since it was founded by David Cummings in 2012, serving as an incubator for the city’s talent ecosystem. Register for this free…
When another startup’s banking partner fails, tech feels the void.
First Republic Banks was on the cusp, Silicon Valley didn’t panic or throw itself into a social media frenzy. Instead of panic in the startup community when a Silicon Valley bank declared trouble in March, there was widespread malaise. Part of the reason for that may be that we’ve been here before, and part of the reason may be that the FRB had a quicker resolution than the SVB: earlier this week, the FRB was under FDIC receivership and its assets were put up for sale. Tender. As startups weary…
Step up your Trello game with Cardboard’s powerful Gmail integration
If you’re like most Trello users, you’re always looking for solutions that make your workflow more efficient and effective. Keeping track of emails while managing multiple projects on Trello can be a daunting task, but with the right tools, it can be a breeze. That’s where the powerful integration of Gmail and Trello comes in, and Cardbox is the perfect tool to help you achieve this. With the user-friendly Gmail Trello integration, you can seamlessly manage your emails in Trello with Cardbox. This way, you can keep your projects organized…
Want to start a business in France? Four key tips for American entrepreneurs
For many Americans, the hope of France is romance, with hit movies and television series like Amelie, Chocolat, and Amelie in Paris attesting to France’s charm, charm, and friendliness. But while the allure of France’s lifestyle and culture is undeniable, the country offers something less well-known — a wealth of business opportunities ready to be seized by globally minded American entrepreneurs. With an estimated 4,500 American companies operating in France, it is clear that the country is an attractive prospect for American businessmen, and there is potential for great success…