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Fri-yay Crunch!
We’re pretty excited about Disrupt 2023 getting a whole stage dedicated to fintech. And while we’re talking about events…
- There’s just a few hours left to save $200 on TC Early Stage tickets in Boston in a couple of weeks, so get your tickets while you can!
- On that note, have you checked out our guide to Disrupt 2023? We’ve got everything from session listings to sponsor info and more.
- If you’re looking for ways to make the most of your Disrupt experience, be sure to check out our Survival Guide to Disrupt. It’s packed with tips on how to navigate the show floor, meet new people, and get the most out of your time at the event.
What’s New in Tech
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- Going Public: Rebecca writes about Helbiz stock tumbling on reverse split, but they’re rebranding to Micromobility.com. Read More
Startups
- Duolingo Sees 216% Spike in US Users Learning Chinese Amid TikTok Ban and Move to Red Note: Sarah Perez reports on Duolingo’s surge in users learning Chinese. Read More
- Colossal Biosciences Raises $200M at $10.2B Valuation to Bring Back Woolly Mammoths: Marina Temkin writes about Colossal Biosciences’ massive funding round. Read More
AI
- OpenAI’s AI Reasoning Model ‘Thinks’ in Chinese Sometimes and No One Really Knows Why: Kyle Wiggers reports on OpenAI’s mysterious AI model. Read More
Space
- Anduril to Build Its Billion-Dollar Weapons Megafactory in Ohio: Margaux MacColl writes about Anduril’s plans for a massive factory. Read More
Transportation
- Netradyne Snags $90M at $1.25B Valuation to Expand Smart Dashcams for Commercial Fleets: Rebecca Bellan reports on Netradyne’s latest funding round. Read More
