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Europe's €43.7B Startup Market: Stagnation or the Start of a Rebound?
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Europe's €43.7B Startup Market: Stagnation or the Start of a Rebound?

European startups saw €43.7 billion in funding in 2025, but the market's recovery lags behind the U.S. Is a turnaround imminent, fueled by AI investment and renewed interest from American VCs?

Huawei's New Phones Now Nearly 60% Chinese Parts, Teardown Shows Amid US Sanctions
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Huawei's New Phones Now Nearly 60% Chinese Parts, Teardown Shows Amid US Sanctions

A new teardown reveals Huawei's latest smartphones contain nearly 60% Chinese-made parts by value. The company is accelerating its tech self-sufficiency, successfully localizing key components like CPUs and memory chips despite US sanctions.

12 Desk Gadgets to Upgrade Your WFH Setup, From a $6 Notepad to a $239 Leather Mat
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12 Desk Gadgets to Upgrade Your WFH Setup, From a $6 Notepad to a $239 Leather Mat

Elevate your work-from-home experience with these 12 desk accessories. From the Harber London leather mat to the Novium Hoverpen, discover gadgets that blend function and high design.

JBL Bar 500MK2 Review: Can This $450 Soundbar Deliver Cinema Sound Without the Clutter?
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JBL Bar 500MK2 Review: Can This $450 Soundbar Deliver Cinema Sound Without the Clutter?

Can you get cinema sound without rear speakers? Our review of the JBL Bar 500MK2 soundbar explores its powerful 10-inch subwoofer, Dolby Atmos performance, and compact design. Is this the best buy under $500?

9 Biotech Startups Vying for $100K That Could Redefine Medicine
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9 Biotech Startups Vying for $100K That Could Redefine Medicine

Meet 9 innovative biotech startups from TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200. Discover the technologies set to change the future of medicine, from CRISPR gene editing to AI diagnostics and nanotechnology.

From Sawdust to Edible Fat: 14 Food & AgTech Startups Redefining Your Plate, Handpicked by TechCrunch
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From Sawdust to Edible Fat: 14 Food & AgTech Startups Redefining Your Plate, Handpicked by TechCrunch

Discover 14 innovative AgTech and FoodTech startups from TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200 that are using AI, robotics, and biotech to change the future of food.

TikTok Shop Enters Gift Card Fray with Up to $500 Vouchers, Challenging Amazon
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TikTok Shop Enters Gift Card Fray with Up to $500 Vouchers, Challenging Amazon

TikTok has launched digital gift cards for TikTok Shop, available from $10 to $500, just in time for the holidays. The move positions the social media giant to compete directly with e-commerce leaders like Amazon and eBay.

US House Passes SPEED Act 221-196, But Clean Energy Groups Are Hitting the Brakes
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US House Passes SPEED Act 221-196, But Clean Energy Groups Are Hitting the Brakes

The US House passed the SPEED Act to overhaul environmental reviews, but lost support from clean energy groups. Now facing an uncertain Senate vote, the bill's fate could impact the future of US energy projects.

Italy Orders Meta to Halt Its Ban on Rival AI Chatbots in WhatsApp
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Italy Orders Meta to Halt Its Ban on Rival AI Chatbots in WhatsApp

Italy's competition authority has ordered Meta to suspend its policy banning rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp, citing abuse of market dominance. The move signals growing antitrust scrutiny for Meta's AI strategy across Europe.

Fujitsu and Nvidia Unveil Multi-Agent AI Platform to Power Robotic Teams in 2025
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Fujitsu and Nvidia Unveil Multi-Agent AI Platform to Power Robotic Teams in 2025

Fujitsu and Nvidia announced on December 25, 2025, a new multi-agent AI platform designed to power industrial robots. The move is a key part of Japan's 'physical AI' strategy.

Sony Slashes PS5 Pro Price by $100 in Last-Minute Christmas Deal
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Sony Slashes PS5 Pro Price by $100 in Last-Minute Christmas Deal

Sony's high-end PlayStation 5 Pro console is available for $100 off through Christmas. We break down if the enhanced features like PSSR make it the right time to buy.

Apple Pauses Texas Age Verification Plan After Court Blocks Controversial Law
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Apple Pauses Texas Age Verification Plan After Court Blocks Controversial Law

Apple is pausing its plans to comply with a Texas age verification law after a federal court blocked its implementation, escalating the clash between child safety and user privacy.