Lovable just backed a company that’s looking to bring vibe coding to hardware
Hardware company Atech raised $800,000 in pre-seed funding, including from a16z’s scout fund, Sequoia Scout Fund, and Nordic Makers.
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Google unveils Googlebooks, a new line of AI-native laptops
The company says Googlebooks, which are launching this fall, are the first laptops designed from the ground up for Gemini Intelligence to offer personal and proactive help.
The Instax Wide 400 builds on instant photography’s simplicity and stretches it, literally
In an AI and digital world, analog instant film and retro-style cameras continue to remain popular, fueled by a mix of both nostalgia and novelty.
Intel’s comeback story is even wilder than it seems
Intel’s stock has risen a stunning 490% over the past year, a bet by Wall Street that may be running well ahead of the company’s actual turnaround.
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Google’s $9.99-per-month AI health coach launches May 19
The Gemini-powered health coach will act as a combination fitness coach, sleep expert, and health and wellness advisor.
Google unveils Whoop-like screenless Fitbit Air
The device comes with health and fitness tracking like 24/7 heart rate, heart rhythm monitoring with Afib alerts, SpO2, resting heart rate, heart rate variability, sleep stages and duration, and more.
Startup Battlefield 200 applications close May 27: A shot at VC access, global visibility, TechCrunch coverage, and $100K
Startup Battlefield 200 applications are open, but only for three more weeks. Apply by May 27 for your shot at VC access, global visibility, TechCrunch coverage, $100K equity-free, and more opportunities for major scaling impact. Pre-Series A founders — and anyone who knows a startup worth backing — this is your reminder: the deadline is approaching fast, and the […]