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Disney offers an elegant solution to VR’s movement problem

Remember the Virtuix Omni? I’ll never forget trying out an early version of the virtual reality treadmill in a hotel suite many E3s ago. The system, which features a concave platform and slippery shoes, was clever enough to influence Ready … Continue reading

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Japanese lunar lander touches down and Axiom space launches its third mission with SpaceX

Hello and welcome back to TechCrunch Space. For the second week in a row, we have lunar lander news to report on. Plus, a final update on Astrobotic’s Peregrine lander, news on the Artemis program and the first crewed launch … Continue reading

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AMD’s stock surge in past year leads analyst to a ‘heck if we know’ rating

Elevated expectations for AI chip growth has led one analyst to admit he has know idea how AMD should be valued.

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Japan’s SLIM lander powers down on the moon as it awaits the sun’s rays

Japan’s first lunar lander has officially powered down on the moon after its solar cells were unable to generate electricity, though the nation’s space agency said there is a possibility of turning things around when the direction of the sun’s … Continue reading

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It’s a good time to invest in early-stage edtech, investors say

It would be shortsighted to overlook edtech amid the present downturn, especially now that AI is disrupting nearly every industry out there. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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No impact without revenue? That’s ArcTern’s climate tech thesis

“If you’re not making money, you’re not having impact,” said ArcTern Ventures managing partner Murray McCaig. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Can crypto’s recent wins resurrect venture interest?

Like a tenacious balloon, no matter how hard crypto gets knocked down, it tends to float back up again. But the current crypto bust looks a bit different. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Day One gets more social with a new collaborative ‘Shared Journals’ feature

Journal app Day One is introducing Shared Journals, a new social feature that lets you share stories and memories with your friends and family. Shared Journals are a private space where you and your friends can share life updates with … Continue reading

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Exxon throws a fit over shareholders exercising their rights

The oil supermajor filed a lawsuit in federal court asking for permission to ignore a shareholder resolution, sidestepping the SEC. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Initial demand for Apple’s Vision Pro headset could wane, top analyst cautions

Apple’s Vision Pro quickly sold out after preorders opened Friday, but early signs could mean demand is waning, a top Apple analyst wrote.

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