Month: August 2026

Oura is reportedly eyeing a September IPO that could value it at more than $16B We all knew it was coming. The expected valuation may surprise, though. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/24/oura-is-reportedly-eyeing-a-september-ipo-that-could-value-it-at-more-than-16b/

Trump bought SpaceX shares two weeks after blockbuster IPO The president bought when the stock was in the mid-$150 range. SpaceX finished trading on Monday back at its IPO price of $135. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/24/trump-bought-spacex-shares-two-weeks-after-blockbuster-ipo/

Zillow and Redfin settle FTC antitrust case Zillow and Redfin reached a settlement with the FTC, which requires Redfin to reenter the rental advertising business. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/24/zillow-and-redfin-settle-ftc-antitrust-case/

Showcase your startup at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and book an exhibit table while there’s still space Make the most of Disrupt’s crowds of potential investors and partners by exhibiting your startup from October 13-15. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/24/showcase-your-startup-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2026-and-book-an-exhibit-table-while-theres-still-space/

Who’s behind the new ‘stealth model’ Ox Alpha? A mysterious new AI model called Ox Alpha has driven certain corners of the internet into a frenzy of speculation. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/whos-behind-the-new-stealth-model-ox-alpha/

Uber faces fine of nearly $1B over automated driver suspensions The Dutch Data Protection Authority is fining Uber €825 million in the second largest penalty issued under Europe’s GDPR. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/uber-faces-fine-of-nearly-1b-over-automated-driver-suspensions/

Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a household, not just track a schedule Linkdaze’s smart digital calendar stands out for not putting its features behind a paywall, including an AI meal planner tool. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/linkdazes-smart-calendar-is-built-to-run-a-household-not-just-track-a-schedule/

TechCrunch Mobility: The custom chip driving Waymo’s robotaxi ambitions Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/techcrunch-mobility-the-custom-chip-driving-waymos-robotaxi-ambitions/

Flock CEO calls for ‘compromise’ as surveillance company faces growing backlash Flock Safety faces a growing public outcry over concerns that its surveillance technology could be misused. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/23/flock-ceo-calls-for-compromise-as-surveillance-company-faces-growing-backlash/

Two years after launch, Walmart’s Flipkart is closing in on India’s quick-commerce leaders Flipkart’s quick-commerce venture is delivering 1.1 million to 1.2 million orders a day, nearly triple its November volume. Powered by WPeMatico https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/22/two-years-after-launch-walmarts-flipkart-is-closing-in-on-indias-quick-commerce-leaders/