• The Galaxy Fold is now available for purchase in the US

    This is, surely, the moment some loyal fans have waited for. And understandably so. The Galaxy Fold is, by all measures, an exciting phone. It’s the sort of bold brashness that has helped Samsung set itself apart from the competition. Many of us laughed at the Galaxy Note, too, and yet here we are, with …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • Peloton, WeWork, Vox, Bodega, Kapwing and oh boy are we tired

    Hello and welcome back to Equity, TechCrunch’s venture capital-focused podcast, where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines. As with yesterday, Kate and Alex were both on-site at TechCrunch’s San Francisco headquarters to chat over the latest. Unlike yesterday, however, Equity brought along a guest: Sean Dempsey from Merus Capital. (Merus writes seed and Series A …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • DeadHappy, the UK pay-as-you-go life insurance provider, raises £4M Series A

    DeadHappy, a U.K.-based insurtech startup that wants to offer more flexible life insurance and remove the taboo surrounding death, has raised £4 million in Series A funding. Backing comes from e.ventures, alongside the company’s seed investor Octopus Ventures. Founded in 2017, DeadHappy claims to be the U.K.’s “first fully digital pay-as-you-go life insurance provider.” It …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • Worried about a ‘no deal’ brexit? UK startups should check this guide

    UK startups concerned the country is about to leave the European Union in just a little over a month’s time with nothing agreed to ensure a smooth transition should point their eyes at this guide — put together by startup policy advocacy group, Coadec. While a ‘no deal’ brexit is still not inevitable the chances …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • Why startups exhibit in Startup Alley at Disrupt Berlin 2019

    If you’re the founder of an early-stage startup, listen up. One of the best ways you can introduce your innovative company to the international tech community is to exhibit in Startup Alley at Disrupt Berlin 2019 on 11-12 December. There are plenty of reasons to exhibit, but here’s the first thing you need to know. You …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • Autoblow AI is a sex toy that promises ‘surprise’

    NSFW: This article may contain links to and descriptions or images of explicit sexual acts. The phrase "artificial intelligence" conjures all sorts of ideas about a synthetic consciousness that knows us better than we know ourselves. But it's more… Source: Engadget | Autoblow AI is a sex toy that promises ‘surprise’

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • More 'Joker' controversies: Theaters ban costumes; Aurora families concerned – Fox Business

    More ‘Joker’ controversies: Theaters ban costumes; Aurora families concerned  Fox Business ‘Joker’ director says ‘it doesn’t make sense’ that ‘John Wick’ movies aren’t pulled up for violence  Yahoo Movies ‘Joker’ movie controversy: Why experts agree the film is a problem  Deseret News Joker Is Being Held to a Very Different Standard Than Other Violent Films. Why?  CBR – Comic …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • Google celebrates 21st birthday with 21 percent discounts in Europe

    If you're in Europe and are looking at getting a Pixel phone, Google Home speaker, Chromecast or other "Made by Google" products, today might be a good day. The company is celebrating the 21st anniversary of its founding by offering 21 percent discou… Source: Engadget | Google celebrates 21st birthday with 21 percent discounts in …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • The Trump-Ukraine Affair: What You Need To Know And What's Coming Next – NPR

    The Trump-Ukraine Affair: What You Need To Know And What’s Coming Next  NPR White House Knew of Whistle-Blower’s Allegations Soon After Trump’s Call With Ukraine Leader  The New York Times Whistleblower alleges White House coverup: Live updates  CNN Trump’s Ukraine whistleblower scandal sets a dangerous DOJ legal precedent  NBC News An alleged cover-up, a secret server and more bombshells …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel
  • US stocks look to bounce back following Trump impeachment concerns – Fox Business

    US stocks look to bounce back following Trump impeachment concerns  Fox Business The U.S. can’t treat China the ‘same way’ it treated the Soviet Union, warns Asian leader  The Washington Post Treasury yields rise as impeachment and trade remain in focus  CNBC Under ‘one world, two systems’, US companies in China must evolve  South China Morning Post Impeachment May …

    September 27, 2019 | by Raheel