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Nvidia’s latest AI trick made our mediocre webcam mic sound practically professional
A Logitech webcam similar to (but not the same as) the one we used. Nvidia mildly blew our minds in 2020 when its graphics cards gained the ability to delete practically all the background noise from our audio calls with a free app, and now the company’s doing it again. My colleague and Verge senior … Read more
Google’s ‘Ask for Me’ uses AI to call local businesses for you
Google is trying out a new tool that lets AI call businesses to ask questions for you. The feature, called Ask for Me, collects information about the pricing and availability of a service, but it’s only available for nail salons and auto shops for now. Once you enable the experiment on Google Search Labs, you … Read more
Google issues ‘voluntary exit’ program for Android, Chrome, and Pixel employees
Google SVP Rick Osterloh issued an internal memo to the Pixel/Android/Chrome team Thursday, announcing a “voluntary exit program.” TechCrunch has confirmed the letter’s existence with the company, after it was first reported by 9 to 5 Google. In a statement to TechCrunch, a spokesperson notes, The Platforms & Devices team is offering a voluntary exit … Read more
Trump Solana Meme Coin Trading Volume Has Collapsed Since Inauguration Day
TRUMP’s price and trading volume have both fallen dramatically, but President Trump’s Solana meme coin still has ardent backers.
Crypto firms double down on influencing US elections via PACs in 2026
A spokesperson for Fairshake said the PAC was “keeping [its] foot on the gas” after its success in the 2024 US elections.
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The Real Strategic Reserve? Crypto Super PAC Fairshake Raises $116 Million for 2026 Elections
After dominating the 2024 election, Fairshake apparently intends to keep up the pressure to ensure crypto’s continued political strength.
Boom goes supersonic and Elon promises a self-driving service by summer
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! In case you missed it, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company would launch a paid ride-hailing service with a fleet of driverless vehicles in Austin in … Read more
Danny Ryan’s return? Ethereum wallets say yes
Wallets holding $159 million in ETH have informally voted Danny Ryan, an Ethereum researcher, to be the next leader of the Ethereum Foundation.
Amazon cuts jobs in Sustainability department
Amazon is eliminating roles in its Communications and Sustainability departments, per an internal memo seen by TechCrunch. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
New AI Meme Coin, Dawgz AI, Crosses $1 Million In Its Third Presale Round
LONDON, United Kingdom, January 30th, 2025/Chainwire/–Dawgz AI is an emerging blockchain project that merges AI-driven trading algorithms with meme coin culture. The project recently reported surpassing $1 million in its third presale round, highlighting continued engagement in its early-stage development. This progress reflects growing interest in Dawgz AI’s approach to combining blockchain technology with internet … Read more
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Give Retail Investors a Voice in Crypto Policymaking
Last week, through Executive Order, President Trump took a significant step toward reshaping the future of digital assets by establishing a Crypto Council led by investor and entrepreneur David Sacks. This Executive Order, coupled with the recent reversal of SAB 121 – an ill-conceived policy that made it prohibitively difficult for banks to custody crypto … Read more
Andrew Ng on DeepSeek
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Optimizing Docker Images is More Than Just a One and Done Thing
This article is a part of a series of posts where I will walk through every line of the Rails default Dockerfile and explain the best practices and optimizations. Docker images can be optimized in different ways that include, but are not limited to, image size reduction, build performance optimization, security, and maintainability best practices, … Read more
Interest in Bitcoin-backed loans returns: Will TradFi join this time?
The Bitcoin-backed loans market is expected to grow fivefold in the coming years. Cointelegraph explores the nuts and bolts of the niche industry.
Sharge’s Retractable 65W USB-C charger is 20 percent off in its first sale
It’s so fun to just stare at this thing. The Sharge Retractable 65 was announced earlier this month, bringing the world a uniquely designed 65W GaN travel charger featuring an integrated and retractable USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 cable. It’s incredibly compact and scratches our geeky itch with a translucent design. If you’re looking for something … Read more
US Justice Department says cybercrime forum allegedly affected 17 million Americans
U.S. prosecutors accused an Argentinian national living in Spain of being an “active administrator” of Nulled, one of the two hacking forums seized and shut down by authorities. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Czech Mate to a Bitcoin Reserve?
The landscape of global finance is witnessing a transformative shift, marked by increasing interest from central banks in cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin. The potential decision by the Czech National Bank (CNB) to purchase Bitcoin signifies a pivotal moment not just for the nation but for the future of digital currencies worldwide. This step reflects an evolving … Read more
Forgeries, Fakes, and Phantom Time
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Forza Horizon 5 is coming to the PS5 this spring
Forza Horizon 5 is the next Xbox Game Studios title making the jump to PlayStation. The open-world racing game is launching on PS5 this spring and will include the same content as what’s available in its Xbox and PC versions, according to a blog post. If you want to play the game online with your … Read more