The lowest pricing window for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 closes tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT, offering savings of up to $300 on passes for the October 13-15 event in San Francisco.
Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.6 and other older models easily bypass safety safeguards to generate sexually explicit content when subjected to a specific multi-turn jailbreak method.
The lowest prices and group discounts for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, taking place in San Francisco from October 13-15, end this Friday, August 21.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 early bird ticket pricing expires on Friday, August 21 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The event, scheduled for October 13-15 at Moscone West in San Francisco, will focus on AI development and feature industry leaders like RJ Scaringe and Panos Panay.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, scheduled for October 13-15 in San Francisco, offers early bird pricing until August 21. The event focuses on AI development and features industry leaders including RJ Scaringe and Panos Panay.
Recent developments in transportation tech include Archer Aviation acquiring former rival Wisk Aero, Joby Aviation buying Resonant Sciences for its defense push, and Uber selling its stake in Serve Robotics.
Starting in 2029, U.S. courts will begin publicly disclosing data on FBI spyware and hacking tool authorizations for wiretaps, following pressure from Senator Ron Wyden and privacy advocates.
Databricks CEO Ali Ghodsi revealed that a leaked media report forced the AI big-data company to expand its fundraising, ultimately securing a $5 billion round at a $190 billion valuation amid intense investor demand.
Bluesky's CEO Toni Schneider and COO Rose Wang will discuss the potential for social media to start over, focusing on open protocols, at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, amidst a transitional moment for the industry.
Lovable confirmed a $400 million Series C funding round led by Menlo Ventures and the Scaleup Europe Fund, valuing the European vibe-coding startup at $13.3 billion.
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe will speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 about scaling hardware production, AI integration, and lessons learned, amidst Rivian's expansion into autonomy, charging networks, and humanoid robotics.
Amazon-owned Zoox secured a vital NHTSA exemption allowing it to commercially operate up to 2,500 steering-wheel-free robotaxis for two years, paving the way for autonomous vehicle developers like Tesla.
Google has revamped its hacking group naming system to replace confusing numeric designations with memorable names tied to countries of origin, aiming to streamline threat intelligence and incident response for cybersecurity professionals.
TechCrunch is offering an extra $100 off Disrupt 2026 passes in a flash sale running until tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT ahead of the October event in San Francisco.
Eight Australian startups have been selected to compete on the Startup Battlefield stage at Stripe Tour Sydney on August 19 for $15,000 in Stripe fee credits and a spot at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco.
The autonomous vehicle sector faces conflicting regulatory forces. While the NHTSA grants Zoox an exemption for paid robotaxi rides, Waymo encounters scrutiny over emergency responder interactions, and new federal safety standards are proposed.
TechCrunch and Hudson Labs analysis of GM and Ford earnings calls reveals a significant drop in EV discussions, indicating a shift from prior heavy investment. Both automakers have altered or delayed EV plans, citing regulatory changes and a focus on profitability, despite still selling EVs.
Waymo aims to exit its deal with Uber, offering robotaxis on its own app in Austin and Atlanta from January 2028, amid contract end in May 2028 and escalating tensions over safety concerns.
TechCrunch Startup Battlefield, in partnership with Stripe, is bringing its pitch competition to Sydney, Australia, on August 19. Eight early-stage Australian startups will compete for prizes, including $15,000 in Stripe credits and an automatic entry to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.
Volunteering at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco offers free three-day admission, hands-on experience in event production, and networking opportunities with tech leaders and fellow enthusiasts. Applicants must commit 12+ hours and attend an in-person orientation.
White House science advisor Michael Kratsios accused Chinese AI company Moonshot of building its Kimi K3 LLM by copying Anthropic's Fable and using export-banned Nvidia chips. Experts are skeptical about the distillation claims, while the chip allegations highlight black market concerns.
Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley will speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 about the intensifying debate between privacy and public safety in the AI era. His company, valued at $7.5 billion, faces public backlash despite significant investment, particularly over its surveillance technology used by law enforcement.
Uber and Waymo are at odds over Washington, D.C.'s autonomous-vehicle bill, with Uber advocating a hybrid model that rides on ride-hailing networks and Waymo testing with human operators. Separately, Uber is acquiring Delivery Hero to extend its global delivery footprint.
Apply by July 20 for Stripe x Startup Battlefield in Sydney. Eight Australian startups will pitch live on August 19, with the grand winner receiving $15,000 in Stripe fee credits and automatic entry into TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco (Oct 13-15, 2026).
