Germany secured a spot in the World Cup knockout stages with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Côte d’Ivoire. Deniz Undav scored a late winner in the 94th minute, after Franck Kessié's opener and Undav's equalizer. This marks Germany's first knockout stage appearance since 2014.
Relativity Space, led by Eric Schmidt, will launch NASA's Aeolus payload to Mars in 2028. The mission aims to provide the first daily global view of Martian winds, temperatures, dust, and clouds, informing future astronaut missions.
Le XV de France "A" a battu l'Angleterre "A" 35-19 lors d'un Crunch officieux à Vannes. Les Bleus ont rapidement pris l'avantage et ont dominé la rencontre, marquant plusieurs essais malgré quelques blessures.
La France XV s'est imposée 35-19 face à l'Angleterre XV à Vannes, dans un match de préparation. Les Bleus ont montré une belle confiance avant de s'envoler pour la Nouvelle-Zélande et le Championnat des nations.
France A affronte l'Angleterre dans un match non officiel mais crucial à Vannes. L'enjeu pour les joueurs français est une place dans l'équipe qui ira en Nouvelle-Zélande, Australie et Japon en juillet, dans un contexte de places à gagner en l'absence de plusieurs stars.
TechCrunch highlights buzzy YC Spring 2026 startups, focusing on defense tech, AI agents, and developer tools. Several companies secured significant funding and high valuations, with 9 Mothers reportedly valued over $200 million for its counter-drone systems.
US and Iran have electronically signed a preliminary agreement, a memorandum of understanding (MoU), to be officially signed in Switzerland. The deal aims to de-escalate regional tensions and focus on Iran's nuclear program, kicking off 60 days of negotiations.
UN climate chief Simon Stiell highlighted the "fossil fuel cost crisis" at Bonn climate talks, urging a faster transition from fossil fuels due to economic instability. While a "coalition of the willing" pushes for a phaseout, some nations, particularly oil producers, remain resistant, complicating UN negotiations.
A new hard-right party, Restore Britain, led by Rupert Lowe and reportedly backed by Elon Musk, is challenging Nigel Farage's Reform UK. The party aims to attract anti-immigrant voters and is contesting a special election in Makerfield.
SpaceX's historic IPO raised $85.7 billion, making it the largest in history and turning Elon Musk into the world's first trillionaire. Shares opened at $150 on Nasdaq, with heavy trading volume.
The US and Iran have announced a preliminary agreement to end their conflict, potentially resolving the global energy crisis. The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route, which has been closed since February 2026, impacting global prices and supply.
SpaceX has completed its historic IPO, pricing 555.6 million shares at $135 each to raise $75 billion, making it the largest IPO ever and turning Elon Musk into the world's first trillionaire. Shares surged on the first day of trading.
UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announced plans to ban under-16s from main social media platforms by next spring. The government is shifting its stance on tech industry access to children, prompted by concerns over wellbeing, time spent online, bullying, and AI chatbot misuse.
Lao Gan Ma's chilli crisp, featuring the "old godmother" Tao Huabi, has become a UK supermarket staple and social media sensation. Its spicy, crunchy, umami flavour is inspiring a cottage industry of independent producers in Britain, who are innovating with diverse ingredients and flavours.
The US and Iran have announced a preliminary agreement to end their conflict, potentially resolving the global energy crisis. The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, which was closed by Iran in February 2026, causing significant oil supply disruptions and price hikes. While the agreement offers hope, experts caution that restoring normal energy flows will take months due to damaged infrastructure and logistical challenges.
SpaceX's market cap surpasses Tesla's, fueling merger speculation. GM plans LFP cell production for energy storage, not EVs yet. Waymo acquires Apple's Arizona proving ground for $220M, signaling expansion.
SpaceX's historic IPO raised $75 billion by pricing 555.6 million shares at $135 each, making it the largest IPO ever. Shares opened at $150 on Nasdaq, rising 30% in midday trading. The IPO could make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
TechCrunch and VivaTech 2026 are collaborating to spotlight emerging startups and enterprise AI innovations. The partnership aims to showcase European companies focusing on industrial AI applications, moving beyond consumer-facing models to address complex integration and deployment challenges.
Australian music's presence in annual charts has declined from 30% in the 90s to single digits, with only 5 Australian artists in the 2023 ARIA Top 100, amidst globalisation, shifts to streaming, and changes in music discovery.
GM's EV cost reduction plans, SpaceX IPO implications, and various mobility deals and updates highlighted in TechCrunch Mobility newsletter.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an avid soccer fan, predicts Morocco will beat France in the World Cup final, despite long odds, blending heart and head in his bracket picks.
Hong Kong's Apprentice Jockeys' School opens recruitment for its 50+ year program, attracting hundreds of hopefuls for 25 spots, following in the footsteps of local legends like Tony Cruz and Vincent Ho, with success stories like Britney Wong.
Startup Battlefield 200 applications close June 8, offering early-stage startups a chance to pitch live at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco for $100,000 in equity-free funding and industry exposure.
Strategy (MSTR) faces short-term liquidity challenges after buying back debt, but its conservative 11% net leverage and lack of liquidation clauses protect its Bitcoin holdings. A Bitcoin rally above $70,000 is unlikely amid STRC trading below $100 and ETF net selling.
