A lot can change in 12 years. When I joined TechCrunch in 2012, I was the only writer it had based out of Asia. For several years, it often felt like I was writing to correct misperceptions I saw in my articles’ comments or on Twitter. Even though Baidu, Alibaba and Tencent were innovating rapidly, […]
Today Figure confirmed long-standing rumors that it’s raising more money than God. The Bay Area–based robotics firm has announced a $675 million Series B on a $2.6 billion valuation. The lineup of investors is equally impressive, including Microsoft, OpenAI Startup Fund, Nvidia, Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund, Jeff Bezos (through Bezos Expeditions), Parkway Venture Capital, Intel
Hydrangeas stand out as beloved and easily identified shrubs, celebrated for their stunning blooms. Within this extensive plant family, only a select few species are frequently cultivated in gardens. Among these, the Smooth Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens), also known as Wild Hydrangea, shines as a prominent choice. These swiftly growing, bushy shrubs flourish when planted in
How to Install a Doorbell Installing a wired doorbell involves a series of steps that require careful attention to detail and safety precautions. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you install a wired doorbell, including troubleshooting tips: Tools and Materials Needed Screwdriver Wire stripper Non-contact voltage tester Wired doorbell kit (including button, wire, transformer, and
Once Lai Ching-te is inaugurated as Taiwan’s president in May, his administration will mark an unprecedented three terms of Democratic Progressive Party rule. His victory underscored the desire of voters to maintain the status quo, even as Taiwan continues to deal with the looming specter of China. Soon after he was elected in January, Lai
Cuts to Techstars’ staff and its decision to shutter certain accelerators came after it missed its 2023 revenue goals, according to documents outlining its preliminary 2023 results viewed by TechCrunch. Techstars also lost millions of dollars more by year’s end (in adjusted EBITA) than it had anticipated it would, additional documents that discussed mid-year performance
The TechCrunch team is in Barcelona this week to bring you all the action going on at Mobile World Congress 2024. You already know what we’re expecting, so sit back, relax and stay tuned throughout the week as we bring you the products, announcements and startup news from MWC that you need to know. So
Mastering Plant Growth: The Essential Guide to Vermiculite in Horticulture Imagine a mineral so transformative that it can single-handedly revolutionize the way we nurture our plants, from the humble home garden to vast commercial nurseries. Vermiculite, a miraculous mineral, has emerged as a cornerstone in modern horticulture, offering unmatched benefits for soil health and plant
A lot has changed at HTC in the decade since a small team broke off to form its mixed reality division. In fact, it’s a fundamentally different business in several meaningful ways. For one thing, you can’t call HTC a phone company any longer. Contrary to popular perception, the Taiwanese corporation does still produce handsets
