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  • Supabase has reached a $5 billion valuation after turning down substantial contracts, capitalizing on the emerging vibe-coding trend within the tech sector.
  • Meesho is poised to become the first major e-commerce company in India to go public with a $606 million IPO, signaling significant growth in the country's tech landscape.
  • AI continues to reshape go-to-market strategies for startups, as discussed by industry experts at TechCrunch Disrupt, highlighting a transformative period for product launches.
  • A highly contentious debate regarding AI regulations has emerged, pitting federal authorities against state governments and raising concerns over consumer protection amid evolving legislation.
  • Notable setbacks have been reported for Anduril Industries, a defense tech startup, as its autonomous weapons systems have failed during rigorous testing, casting doubt on future capabilities.

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TechCrunch

  • Supabase hit $5B by turning down million-dollar contracts. Here’s why. 6 hours ago by Theresa Loconsolo
    Startups, AI, fundraising, Supabase, Equity Video, vibe-coding, database platform

    Vibe coding has taken the tech industry by storm, and it’s not just the Lovables and Replits of the world that are winning. The startups building the infrastructure behind them are cashing in too.  Supabase, the open-source database platform that’s become the backend of choice for the vibe-coding world, raised $100 million at a $5 billion valuation just months after closing $200 million at $2 billion. But co-founder and CEO […]

  • SoftBank stays in as Meesho $606M IPO becomes India’s first major e-commerce listing 13 hours ago by Jagmeet Singh
    Commerce, Startups, Amazon India, Flipkart, meesho, Peak XV Partners, Softbank

    Meesho heads for India's first big e-commerce IPO next week.

  • How OpenAI and Google see AI changing go-to-market strategies 13 hours ago by Tim De Chant
    Startups, AI, Google, TechCrunch Disrupt, google cloud, OpenAI, GTMfund, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

    AI is changing how investors and startups bring their products to market. Three experts offered their insights at TechCrunch Disrupt.

  • The race to regulate AI has sparked a federal vs state showdown 14 hours ago by Rebecca Bellan
    AI, Government & Policy, AI policy, AI moratorium, leading the future, ndaa

    The fight over AI regulation isn't about the technology -- it's about whether Washington or the states get to set the rules, and what happens to consumers caught in between.

  • Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier 15 hours ago by Aisha Malik
    Apps, evergreens, ipad apps, productivity apps

    There are many iPad apps to help you organize recipes; sync tasks across devices; be more productive; and manage your notes.


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Engadget

  • Black Friday speaker deals 2025: Save up to 50 percent on bluetooth speakers, smart speakers and soundbars an hour ago by Sam Chapman
    Speakers & Headphones, Audio Technology, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Sam Chapman

    You've found Engadget's expert-crafted list of the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on bluetooth speakers, soundbars and smart speakers. We've been sifting through the digital weeds all month looking for the steepest speaker discounts. Several of the best deals have been live for a while, but new ones are popping up all the time, so we'll be on the beat (get it) until the last deal fades to quiet. So far, we've found offers on JBL soundbars, Sonos smart speakers, Ultimate Ears portable bluetooth speakers and other audio champions. Check out the list now to find your new

  • Anker Black Friday deals: Save up to 50 percent on power banks, wireless chargers, power adapters and more through the holiday shopping event 2 hours ago by Amy Skorheim
    Shopping, Hobbies & Personal Activities, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Amy Skorheim

    If you're looking for the best Black Friday deal on Anker gear, I'll skip the preamble and just tell you: It's the near-perfect (though uncreatively named) Anker Laptop Power Bank. It's usually $135 but right now it's just $88. It has built-in cables, looks pretty and has a huge capacity and high-wattage rating to charge anything quickly. But if you're in the market for Anker wall charger, wireless charging station or something else the brand makes, read on. This is all stuff we've tested out for our guides or in our lives so we know it to be a great

  • Black Friday subscription and streaming deals include discounts on Apple TV+, HBO Max, Disney+, Proton VPN and more 3 hours ago by Sam Chapman
    Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Sam Chapman

    This page is your go-to resource for Black Friday subscription deals. From today through Cyber Monday and beyond, we'll be scouring the internet to find the steepest discounts and cheapest offers for all the best subscription services. The top streaming platforms are all giving out subscriptions like they were leftover turkey, but we've also found great deals on VPNs you can use to coax even more out of your streaming subscriptions. There are great learning apps, too, like Rosetta Stone and MasterClass deals, plus even more discounts on services like DeleteMe and Quicken. Check back here daily — we're always

  • The best Black Friday deals on tech for 2025: Get up to 50 percent off gear from Apple, Amazon, Disney+, Lego, Dyson and others 3 hours ago by Valentina Palladino
    Shopping, Technology & Electronics, Hobbies & Personal Activities, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Valentina Palladino

    Black Friday is here in all of its discount glory. At this point, though, you might be feeling some deal fatigue. The entire month of November has been awash with holiday deals as “Black Friday” becomes more of a month-long event than a single-day affair. Whether you’re just starting your holiday shopping now or you’re back to see if there are any good new deals, Engadget has you covered. We’ve been tracking the best Black Friday deals on tech since the month began, and we continue to do so today. As usual, there are a few surprises for Black Friday, and

  • Best Black Friday streaming deals for 2025: One year of the Disney+ Hulu bundle for $60, plus big savings on Apple TV+, HBO Max and others 3 hours ago by Valentina Palladino,Sam Chapman
    Arts & Entertainment, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Valentina Palladino

    You’re not alone if you’re consistently aghast at the rising cost of streaming services. This year in particular has been bleak, with Disney+ and HBO Max being just a couple of the services that have increased prices as of late. If you’re like any of us at Engadget, you probably subscribe to more than a few of these services, and costs quickly add up even without the period price increases. While you can find the occasional streaming deal throughout the year, Black Friday is the time when they are most abundant. These are the best Black Friday streaming deals we


The Verge

  • The 190 best Black Friday deals you can still shop — a ton of tech is over half off 21 minutes ago by Brandt Ranj
    Black Friday, Deals, Gadgets, Verge Shopping

    Now that the Thanksgiving dishes are put away and the last slice of pie is hidden in the back of the fridge, it’s time to turn your attention to the next major holiday: Black Friday. The biggest shopping day of the year has started, and as expected, there are tens of thousands of deals staring you in the face. The Verge found the ones that are actually worth considering.  Our team has spent an enormous amount of time looking through spreadsheets and e-mails to find gadgets that don’t go on sale very often, are down to their all-time low price, or

  • The M4 MacBook Air is one of the best Apple deals you can get for Black Friday an hour ago by Sheena Vasani
    Black Friday, Deals, Gadgets, Tech, Verge Shopping

    Black Friday is packed with plenty of great Apple deals, but one of the most notable is the current discount on the latest MacBook Air. Right now, you can buy the 13-inch MacBook Air M4 with 256GB of storage at Amazon, Best Buy, and Costco starting around $749 ($250 off), which remains the laptop’s lowest price to date. If you prefer a larger display, the base 15-inch Air is also down to an all-time low of $949 ($250 off) at Amazon and Best Buy with 256GB of storage. 13-INCH MACBOOK AIR (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) WHERE TO BUY: * $999 $749 at Amazon

  • These 50 handpicked Black Friday deals are still available for $50 or less an hour ago by Brandon Russell
    Black Friday, Deals, Gadgets, Verge Shopping

    If you’re traveling for the holidays, Twelve South’s AirFly Pro 2 adapter is a great buy for just $41.99. | Image: Twelve South Black Friday is a great time to save on big-ticket items like 4K TVs, laptops, and headphones. But if you’re on a tight budget this holiday season, there are plenty of worthwhile deals on practical upgrades for $50 or less — think power banks, smart speakers, location trackers, and entry-level earbuds that punch above their weight. And, yeah, you can save on video games, too, even first-party Nintendo Switch titles. If you have an extensive wish list to get

  • Aura’s latest, gift-worthy digital photo frame is $30 off for Black Friday 2 hours ago by Sheena Vasani
    Black Friday, Deals, Gadgets, Tech, Verge Shopping

    The Aura Aspen makes it easy to upload and share photos of loved ones — including your pets —from just about anywhere. Since its release earlier this year, we’ve constantly found ourselves wanting to add the Aura Aspen to just about every gift guide we’ve put together (and for good reason). If you’re looking to gift a gadget that actually feels personal, Aura’s go-to digital picture frame is a great choice. And right now, the 12-inch frame is matching its all-time low of around $199 ($30 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Aura’s online storefront for Black Friday. AURA ASPEN WHERE TO BUY:

  • You can pick up 32GB of DDR5 RAM with a whole PC for $999 for Black Friday 3 hours ago by Cameron Faulkner
    Black Friday, Deals, Gadgets, Gaming, PC Gaming, Verge Shopping

    It’s nowhere close to the fastest pre-built, but it’s a good deal during a time when components aren’t as cheap as they usually are. | Image: iBuyPower If you were hoping for a huge deal on RAM during Black Friday, well, stop being silly. Depending on the RAM kit you want, buying it right now might be too costly to justify, an unfortunate trend that my colleague Sean Hollister recently pointed out. You can either wait out this period of surge pricing, or if you’re jumping into PCs for the first time and want to play games at 1080p, get a


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