TechCrunch5/6/2026TechUnited States
Ethos raises $22.75M from a16z for its expert network with voice onboarding
Font size
Ethos says it is onboarding 35,000 experts per week
This article was originally published by TechCrunch.
BackEthos raises $22.75M from a16z for its expert network with voice onboarding
Tech
Related Stories
Developing·1h ago
Station F's F/ai Accelerator Aims to Boost AI Startups' Revenue
Station F, a Paris-based startup hub, is launching the second batch of its F/ai accelerator program in September to help AI startups generate revenue. The program aims to connect startups with major tech players and investors, targeting €1 million in revenue within six months.
TechCrunch
Developing·7h ago
Even Realities Raises $150 Million for Privacy-Focused Smart Glasses
Shenzhen-based startup Even Realities secured $150 million in pre-Series B funding, valuing it at $1 billion. The company focuses on display-first smart glasses emphasizing privacy, unlike competitors prioritizing cameras and AI.
TechCrunch
Developing·22h ago
Amazon's Mechanical Turk to Close to New Customers in July 2026
Amazon's Mechanical Turk, a crowdsourcing service launched in 2005, will close to new customers on July 30, 2026. While existing users can continue, Amazon Web Services will not introduce new features, signaling the service is on life support.
TechCrunch
Tech·1d ago
Sourdough Sidekick Review: A Gadget for Dedicated Bakers
The Sourdough Sidekick automates sourdough starter management, feeding it flour and water on a schedule. While it works well for frequent bakers, design quirks like mandatory large discard amounts and noisy operation limit its utility for casual users.
The Verge
Developing·1d ago
Vizio's Mini LED Quantum TV is the best 'dumb TV' you can buy
Vizio's new Mini LED Quantum TV, acquired by Walmart, can be used as a 'dumb TV' by bypassing its Vizio OS and Walmart account requirements, offering great performance for its budget price.
The Verge
Developing·1d ago
Microsoft's Xbox Division Faces Existential Crisis Amidst Costly Missteps
Microsoft's Xbox division is in crisis, with reports of layoffs, studio closures, and game cancellations following costly, unsuccessful bets on subscription services like Game Pass. Despite billions spent, revenue has declined, leading to a strategic "reset" under new leadership.
The Verge