Monthly Archives: September 2024

The TechCrunch Cyber Glossary

This glossary includes some of the most common terms and expressions we use in our articles, and explanations of how — and why — we use them. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Middle Eastern funds are plowing billions of dollars into hottest AI start-ups

Oil-rich nations are turning from oil to artificial intelligence to diversify their economies.

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Some startups are going ‘fair source’ to avoid the pitfalls of open source licensing

The fair source concept is designed to help companies align themselves with the “open” software development sphere, without encroaching into existing licensing landscapes. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai announces $120M fund for global AI education

Speaking Saturday at the UN Summit of the Future, Google CEO Sundar Pichai described AI as “the most transformative technology yet” and announced a new fund for AI education and training around the world. Pichai pointed to four broad opportunities … Continue reading

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Harris agrees to potential CNN debate with Trump on Oct. 23

Kamala Harris raised millions after going up against Donald Trump in a presidential debate earlier this month. Now Harris is ready for a second round.

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X reverses course in Brazil

It seems that Elon Musk-owned social network X (formerly Twitter) is backing down from a confrontation with Brazil’s Supreme Court. The New York Times reported on a new court filing in which the company’s lawyers said X had complied with … Continue reading

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Amazon says no to remote work

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is calling for a full return to office at the start of 2025. For the last 15 months, employees have been expected to work in the office three days per week. Now employees will be expected … Continue reading

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Qualcomm may be trying to buy Intel

Chipmaker Qualcomm is trying to buy rival Intel, according to multiple reports. The Wall Street Journal broke the news late Friday that Qualcomm had approached Intel about a takeover. The New York Times subsequently corroborated the story, while adding that … Continue reading

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India’s Oyo acquires Motel 6 for $525M

One of India’s largest startups, budget hotel company Oyo, has reached a deal to acquire G6 Hospitality, which operates Motel 6. Oyo says it will pay Blackstone Real Estate $525 million in an all-cash transaction. The acquisition also includes the … Continue reading

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Electric outboard startup Pure Watercraft is selling itself for parts

A tough market seems to have put an end to Pure’s ambitions. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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