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ChatGPT Images 2.0 is a hit in India, but not a big winner elsewhere, yet Users in India are embracing ChatGPT Images 2.0 for creative, personal visuals — from avatars to cinematic portraits. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/30/chatgpt-images-2-0-is-a-hit-in-india-but-not-a-big-winner-elsewhere-yet/
As Tim Cook steps down, Apple hit record sales — but a chip shortage looms Cook warned that Apple is facing supply-chain headwinds from RAMageddon that could impact its business. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/30/as-tim-cook-steps-down-apple-hit-record-sales-but-a-chip-shortage-looms/
Y Combinator alum Skio sells for $105M cash, only raised $8M, founder says Subscription billing fintech Skio sold to its competitor Recharge in what was a healthy exit, according to its founder and former CEO. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/30/y-combinator-alum-skio-sells-for-105m-cash-only-raised-8m-founder-says/
Sources: Anthropic potential $900B+ valuation round could happen within 2 weeks Anthropic is asking investors to submit allocations for the AI company’s latest fundraise within the next 48 hours, according to sources familiar with the matter. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/30/anthropic-potential-900b-valuation-round-could-happen-within-two-weeks/
Apple was surprised by AI-driven demand for Macs Apple said it will be supply-constrained on Mac mini, Studio, and Neo in the next quarter, too. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/30/apple-was-surprised-by-ai-driven-demand-for-macs/