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Last 24 hours to grab your +1 pass at 50% off to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Last 24 hours to grab your +1 pass at 50% off to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Today is the last day to lock in a +1 pass at 50% off to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, happening on October 13-15 in San Francisco. Register here.

techcrunch.com
Jan 30
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Deezer makes it easier for rival platforms to take a stance against AI-generated music

Deezer makes it easier for rival platforms to take a stance against AI-generated music

Last year, Deezer introduced an AI detection tool that automatically tags fully AI-generated music for listeners and removes it from algorithmic and editorial recommendations. The company announced on Thursday that it's now making the tool available to other streaming platforms in an effort to help address the rise of AI and fraudulent streams, as well […]

techcrunch.com
Jan 29
AppsDeezerai generated music
Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni’s Phia raises $35M to ‘make shopping fun again’

Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni’s Phia raises $35M to ‘make shopping fun again’

“We’re on the cusp of a completely new way of shopping,” Gates told TechCrunch.

techcrunch.com
Jan 27
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TikTok alternative Skylight soars to 380K+ users after TikTok U.S. deal finalized

TikTok alternative Skylight soars to 380K+ users after TikTok U.S. deal finalized

Skylight, a TikTok alternative built on open protocols, has had a busy weekend.

techcrunch.com
Jan 26
AppsTCExclusive
Adobe Acrobat now lets you edit files using prompts, generate podcast summaries

Adobe Acrobat now lets you edit files using prompts, generate podcast summaries

Adobe is adding AI tools to Acrobat, including the ability to generate podcast summaries of files, create presentations, and a way for users to edit files using prompts.

techcrunch.com
Jan 21
AIAppsAdobe
ICE becomes one of the most-blocked accounts on Bluesky after its verification

ICE becomes one of the most-blocked accounts on Bluesky after its verification

ICE has been verified on Bluesky, and quickly becomes one of the top most-blocked accounts.

techcrunch.com
Jan 20
AppsSocialTC
Spotify’s 3rd price hike in 2.5 years hints at potential new normal

Spotify’s 3rd price hike in 2.5 years hints at potential new normal

Spotify claims the higher fees will help "benefit artists."

arstechnica.com
Jan 15
Techappsmusic
Apple launches ‘Creator Studio' bundle of apps for $12.99 per month

Apple launches ‘Creator Studio' bundle of apps for $12.99 per month

The bundle includes access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro on Mac and iPad, as well as Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on Mac.

techcrunch.com
Jan 13
AIApps
Meta hires former Trump advisor Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chair

Meta hires former Trump advisor Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chair

Before joining Meta, Powell McCormick was working as deputy national security advisor to President Donald Trump.

techcrunch.com
Jan 12
AppsGovernment & PolicyMark Zuckerberg
inDrive turns to ads and groceries to diversify revenue

inDrive turns to ads and groceries to diversify revenue

Advertising on inDrive is being rolled out across its top 20 markets following mid-2025 tests.

techcrunch.com
Jan 12
AppsCommerceTransportation
Why WeTransfer co-founder is building another file transfer service

Why WeTransfer co-founder is building another file transfer service

WeTransfer co-founder Nalden has a new file transfer service that users can use without logging in.

techcrunch.com
Dec 28, 2025
AppsFile TransferWetransfer
Best Apple Watch apps for boosting your productivity

Best Apple Watch apps for boosting your productivity

Although the Apple Watch comes with simple built-in productivity apps like Reminders and Calendar, it’s worth exploring some third-party apps that are designed to boost productivity by offering additional functionality.

techcrunch.com
Dec 28, 2025
AppsAppleproductivity apps
DoorDash driver faces felony charges after allegedly spraying customers’ food

DoorDash driver faces felony charges after allegedly spraying customers’ food

A woman is facing felony charges in Evansville, Indiana over a DoorDash delivery in which she allegedly sprayed the food with a substance that made the customers vomit.

techcrunch.com
Dec 13, 2025
AppsCommerceDoorDash
World launches its ‘super app,' including crypto pay and encrypted chat features

World launches its ‘super app,' including crypto pay and encrypted chat features

Tools for Humanity, the company behind the app, is seeking to expand its "real human network."

techcrunch.com
Dec 12, 2025
Appsartificial intelligencecryptocurrency
YouTube TV to launch genre-based subscription plans in 2026

YouTube TV to launch genre-based subscription plans in 2026

The new packages will give consumers more flexibility over the content that they want to pay for.

techcrunch.com
Dec 10, 2025
Media & EntertainmentAppsYouTube
Google details security measures for Chrome's agentic features

Google details security measures for Chrome's agentic features

Google details how it is enacting security guardrails before rolling out agentic capabilities on Chrome.

techcrunch.com
Dec 8, 2025
AIAppsGoogle
After you check out your Spotify Wrapped 2025, explore these copycats

After you check out your Spotify Wrapped 2025, explore these copycats

Spotify’s annual Wrapped feature just dropped, giving listeners a fun, personalized summary of their listening habits. It has gained immense popularity over the years, and as a result, many companies have seized the opportunity to create similar year-in-review experiences, offering users a recap of their habits, preferences, or interactions from the past year. Here are […]

techcrunch.com
Dec 6, 2025
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Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier

Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier

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

techcrunch.com
Nov 28, 2025
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Best iPad apps for unleashing and exploring your creativity

Best iPad apps for unleashing and exploring your creativity

We’ve compiled a list of some of the best iPad apps for creativity that are available on the App Store.

techcrunch.com
Nov 27, 2025
AppsAppleipad apps