Founders share VC horror stories, and some are naming names
June 6, 2026
A massive viral conversation sharing VC horror stories has taken place this week on X. Some are weird. Some are infuriating.
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Former cyber executive turned whistleblower accuses IBM of covering up several data breaches
June 6, 2026
IBM and two of its subsidiary companies were allegedly breached during the mid-2010s — a lawsuit filed by a former cybersecurity executive accuses IBM of not disclosing and actively covering it up.
Startup Battlefield 200 applications officially close in 3 days
June 6, 2026
Applications for Startup Battlefield 200 officially close on June 8, 11:59 p.m. PT. Don't wait any longer. Secure your shot at competing on the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 this October at San Francisco's Moscone West.
Google will pay SpaceX $920M per month for compute
June 6, 2026
In a statement, a Google representative described the deal as a result of unexpected demand for its recently launched AI products.
What are storm chasers and why they matter when typhoons strike?
June 6, 2026
Weather experts said DOST-PAGASA monitoring stations have limitations in terms of real-time observation and localized monitoring, thus the need to deploy a small team called 'storm chasers" during typhoons to conduct ground truth investigation.
GM’s electric future depends on a new battery — and this facility
June 6, 2026
GM wants to slash EV prices by deploying new battery tech up to a year earlier than planned. This building is key to making that happen.
As VC-backed e-bike startups went bankrupt, bootstrapped Lectric grew
June 6, 2026
Lectric, which says the U.S. market is ripe for competition and choice, has launched three new brands in the past six months.
The most interesting startups right now want to get you off your phone
June 6, 2026
While the AI fundraising machine keeps breaking its own records, some founders are building in the other direction. Mirror founder Brynn Putnam just raised money for Board, a startup focused on bringing people together through in-person...
Supabase doubles valuation to $10B in 8 months
June 6, 2026
Supabase, an example of an open source project becoming a fast-growing company, has greatly benefited from AI tools like Claude, Codex, and other vibe-coding platforms.
NASA reverses evacuation alert order for astronauts aboard space station
June 6, 2026
A worsening air leak aboard the International Space Station prompted five astronauts to take shelter and prepare for evacuation for roughly two hours on Friday as Russia attempted to fix a crack on its portion of the orbital laboratory, NASA said.
Google and FBI warn of ransomware group that sends fake IT workers to hack victims in person
June 6, 2026
Cybercriminals, part of a gang known as Silent Ransom Group, have sent people pretending to be IT support employees to law firms' offices, where the criminals have stolen data using USB drives or remote access tools.
Philippine Eagle Girlie gets senior citizen, PWD card from QC gov’t
June 5, 2026
Girlie, the oldest known Philippine Eagle in captivity, was awarded a senior citizen and persons with disability (PWD) card by the Quezon City government as a symbolic tribute and to highlight Philippine Eagle conservation.
UPLB researchers seek to produce higher-yielding, more nutritious ube
June 4, 2026
Scientists from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) are using advanced breeding and genomic technologies to develop improved ube varieties and help strengthen the country's purple yam industry.
NASA announces end of long-operating Mars probe’s mission
June 4, 2026
NASA announced on Tuesday the end of the mission of its MAVEN spacecraft, which spent more than 11 years orbiting Mars to study the atmosphere of Earth's planetary neighbor, after losing contact with the robotic probe six months ago.
Scientists find new species of dragonfly, grasshopper and a fluorescent spider
June 4, 2026
Wildlife experts found eight new species of dragonfly, three unknown grasshoppers and some 60 new butterflies and moths in vivid hues during a trip to Angola's Lisima plateau.
Little-tested spinal cord treatment triggers hope, hype and lawsuits in Brazil
June 3, 2026
An experimental treatment for spinal cord injuries has ignited a frenzy in Brazil, drawing patients from as far off as Mexico to a small-town laboratory, mobilizing the government to expedite approval and turning a scientist into a national celebrity -...
New ICT hub opens for Manila public school learners before 2026 school opening
June 3, 2026
Education Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday inaugurated a new Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Learning Resource Center at Jacinto Zamora Elementary School in Manila, providing students with improved access to digital learning tools ju...
Three Visayas straits show potential for tidal power, Ateneo study finds
June 3, 2026
Three waterways in the Visayas could play a key role in strengthening the country's energy security, according to a study by researchers from Ateneo de Manila University, which identified the San Bernardino Strait, San Juanico Strait, and Cebu Strait a...
Microsoft teases new era of AI-driven devices at annual developer conference
June 3, 2026
Microsoft on Tuesday announced a sweeping slate of AI initiatives, from autonomous workplace assistants and gadgets to Nvidia-powered PCs and a new in-house reasoning model, in a push to move beyond apps and remake computing around AI.
‘Endless scrolling’: Sweden mulls under-15s social media ban
June 3, 2026
A Swedish government commission proposed banning under-15s from accessing social media. "We are in the process of losing an entire generation to endless scrolling," an official said.
NBA: Jeremy Sochan waived by Spurs, becomes free agent
February 12, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs waived Jeremy Sochan on Wednesday to permit the 22-year-old power forward to seek a fresh start as a free agent.
Instagram boss: 16 hours of daily use is ‘problematic,’ not addiction
February 12, 2026
Instagram's Adam Mosseri faced questioning about the impact of his platform on minors.
Australia politics live: Angus Taylor supporters keep pressure on Sussan Ley ahead of leadership spill; One Nation senator’s AI offers to help in estimates
February 12, 2026
Resignations mount as more shadow ministry members move to back Taylor. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMcCarthy threatens pulling funding levers on states on Close the Gap outcomesMalarndirri McCarthy...
Tarique Rahman promises era of clean politics as Bangladesh holds first election since fall of Hasina
February 12, 2026
Jailed then exiled in London, Rahman returns home as the main contender to be next prime minister of BangladeshTarique Rahman, who after 17 years in exile is the main contender to be the next prime minister of Bangladesh, has pledged to end entrenched ...
Despite Trump’s threats, six House Republicans side with Democrats in effort to end tariffs on Canada – live
February 12, 2026
President warned that any Republicans who voted to end his tariffs ‘will seriously suffer the consequences come Election time’Transportation secretary Sean Duffy said the El Paso airport closure was to “address a cartel drone incursion”.“The threat has...
Canadian police identify suspect in school massacre that left nine dead
February 12, 2026
A teacher and five students among those killed in attack in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, on TuesdayCanadian police have identified the suspect who carried out a school massacre in remote British Columbia as an 18-year old woman with a history of me...
US House backs bid to block Canada tariffs in rebuke of Trump
February 12, 2026
Republicans join Democrats in objecting to national emergency US president declared to impose tariffsThe US House on Wednesday voted to rescind tariffs that Donald Trump imposed on Canada last year, a rare bipartisan rebuke of the White House’s trade p...
Protesters clash with police over bid to restrict Argentina’s labour rights
February 12, 2026
Trade unions and thousands of supporters express anger in Buenos Aires as Congress considers curbs on right to strike.
Nottingham Forest sack manager Dyche after 114 days
February 12, 2026
Nottingham Forest sack Sean Dyche as head coach after just 114 days in charge and are looking for their fourth boss of the season.
Nottingham Forest sack manager Dyche after 114 days
February 12, 2026
Nottingham Forest sack Sean Dyche as head coach after just 114 days in charge and are looking for their fourth boss of the season.
Fundraiser for widow and children of James Van Der Beek surpasses $500,000 goal within hours
February 12, 2026
The Dawson’s Creek star, who died on Tuesday aged 48, had been open about struggling to meet the high expenses of his cancer treatmentA GoFundMe set up to support the widow and children of actor James Van Der Beek has passed its initial goal of $500,00...
Highguard’s developer reportedly lays off ‘most’ of its staff just over two weeks after launch
February 12, 2026
Highguard, a new multiplayer shooter from developers who worked on games like Apex Legends and Call of Duty, launched just over two weeks ago, but developer Wildlight Entertainment is already cutting jobs at the company, according to posts from affected staffers on LinkedIn. Former Wildlight level designer Alex Graner says that "most of the team […]
Border patrol chief praised federal agent who shot US citizen in Chicago
February 12, 2026
New evidence shows Gregory Bovino hailed agent who fired at Marimar Martinez five times in her carNewly released evidence has shown that Gregory Bovino, a border patrol chief who was the face of the Trump administration’s mass deportation efforts until...
U.S. ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates win Olympic silver, in a stunning upset
February 12, 2026
This is the fourth Winter Olympics for the married U.S. ice dancing pair Madison Chock and Evan Bates, and likely their last, best shot at a medal. They have two as part of the team competition, but not on their own.
House passes Save America Act, Trump-backed bill to impose new voting rules
February 12, 2026
Bill that requires proof of citizenship and would limit mail-in voting passes 218-213 but faces uphill battle in SenateThe House on Wednesday passed the Save America Act, which would dramatically change voting regulations by requiring proof of citizens...
‘Nothing definitive’ reached about Iran during Netanyahu’s visit with Trump
February 12, 2026
US president says he 'insisted' that negotiations with Iran will continue and that 'progress' was being made on Gaza.
I died for 40 minutes – here’s what it taught me about life
February 12, 2026
After a cardiac arrest Patrick Charnley was clinically dead. He came back to life a changed man.
One in 14 children who die in England have closely related parents, study finds
February 12, 2026
Exclusive: Calls for ‘urgent action’ as study also finds stark ethnic and socio-economic disparities in child mortality and consanguinityOne in 14 children who died in England in a four-year period had parents who were close relatives, according to “st...