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Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests

Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy chief, said the bloc has "no interest to pick a fight, but we will hold our ground"....

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Confronted over Greenland, Europe is ditching its softly-softly approach to Trump

Transatlantic relations aren't broken, though they are damaged. And if Europeans want to try to cut through with Trump, they'll have to stick together, writes Europe Editor Katya Adler...

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Ros Atkins on...President Trump's year in numbers

Executive orders, pardons, trips and Truth Social posts - the BBC’s Analysis Editor breaks down Donald Trump’s first year back in office, in numbers....

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Spain train crash recovery continues as investigators probe 'gap' in rail

Authorities say the twisted train wreckage makes it difficult to recover people trapped inside....

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Palestinian children's football pitch faces Israeli demolition ultimatum

The football club is ordered to remove the pitch, which Israel says was illegally built, or have it torn down....

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Surfer injured in fourth shark attack in Australian state in 48 hours

Authorities are warning people to stay out of the Australian state's waterways after recent rainfall....

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'Europe is at a total loss': Russia gloats over Greenland tensions

The BBC's Russia editor Steve Rosenberg analyses why pro-Russian government papers are full of praise for Donald Trump's desire to buy Greenland....

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Anthony Joshua's driver appears in court after crash that killed two

The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members....

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Bobi Wine tells the BBC from hiding he will not contest Uganda election results in court

The losing presidential candidate calls for "peaceful change", saying Uganda's judiciary is not independent....

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China demands Taliban protect its citizens after deadly Kabul blast

The Islamic State group says they were behind the blast in Kabul, but police say they are still investigating the cause....

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Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares

Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser said the US president's actions are a negotiating tactic....

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Nigeria police deny reports of mass church abductions in north

A state police commissioner said the information was "mere falsehood... peddled by conflict entrepreneurs"....

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Ghana arrests Nigerians accused of running cyber-crime networks

There is a growing trend of foreigners being lured to Ghana under the pretext of lucrative work....

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Twelve schoolchildren killed after bus collides with lorry in South Africa

The fatal collision is just the latest in South Africa, where the road safety record is poor....

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Lawyers for Swiss bar owners condemn 'vindictiveness' after deadly fire

Lawyers for the Moretti couple say "lies" have been circulating about their clients, in their first public statement since the fire....

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Clashes reported after Syria and Kurdish-led forces agree ceasefire

An agreement between the government and the SDF will bring an autonomous region in the north-east under state control....

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China's birth rate hits record low as population continues to shrink

Beijing has been trying hard to encourage more young people to marry and have children....

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US believes its power matters more than international law, UN chief tells BBC

António Guterres says Washington's "clear conviction" is that multilateral solutions are irrelevant....

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Japan PM Takaichi calls snap election three months after taking office

Sanae Takaichi, who took office last October, hopes the vote will give her a stronger mandate....

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IMF warns of trade tension risk to global growth

Trade tensions and a reversal in the AI boom are among the main risks to global economic growth, the IMF says....

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Man seriously injured in Sydney's third shark attack in two days

In three separate incidents, a 12-year-old was also injured and an 11-year-old received assistance after his surfboard was bitten....

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South African team helps search for politician swept away by Mozambique floodwaters

Mozambique President Daniel Chapo cancels a trip to Davos due to severe floods in the country...

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'Shameful' and 'terrible look' - the chaos that marred Senegal's Afcon triumph

Senegal beat Morocco to win the Africa Cup of Nations after the final is overshadowed when they temporarily refuse to play....

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BBC World

In pictures: Valentino's life and work - and the stars who shared his journey

His creations have featured at countless red carpets and award ceremonies around the world....

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What we know about Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade

What caused the train to derail remains unclear but officials say an investigation has been launched....

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Goodbye gator, see you later: San Francisco mourns its beloved albino alligator

California names a street after reptile Claude, who won millions of hearts with his albinism....

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Hiring woes and 'super high' prices: Voters say Trump's progress on the US economy is mixed

We asked six Americans what they make of the US economy one year after President Trump returned to the White House....

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BBC World

Nigeria's renowned master wood carver and the Yoruba fertility goddess

Kasali Akangbe Ogun, who came from a long line of wood carvers and wanted to preserve local traditions, has been buried following his death after a brief illness....

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Ecstasy and now a day off - Senegal fans around the world celebrate Afcon win

Senegal supporters have been partying after their team grabbed a dramatic 1-0 win over Morocco....

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BBC visits UN compound Israel is demolishing in East Jerusalem

John Sudworth says the sounds of heavy machinery can be heard echoing around the neighbourhood....

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BBC World

More than 100 vehicles pile up on US motorway after crash

Jack-knifed trucks were left strewn across the road after heavy snow in Ottawa County, Michigan....

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BBC World

Ros Atkins on...President Trump's year in numbers

Executive orders, pardons, trips and Truth Social posts - the BBC’s Analysis Editor breaks down Donald Trump’s first year back in office, in numbers....

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BBC World

At the scene of Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade

The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe visited the scene, where a large police cordon is in place....

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BBC World

Spain train crash survivors describe 'absolutely terrifying' scene

Passengers recount the moment two trains collided between Málaga and Madrid on Sunday evening....

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BBC Business

Wage growth slows as number of people employed falls

Official figures show that the pace of private sector wage growth slowed to the lowest rate in five years....

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BBC Business

Toy sellers keep close watch on social media ban

Toys for teenagers and adults have revived the industry, but it could be hit by any ban on social media for under-16s....

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BBC Business

Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares

Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser said the US president's actions are a negotiating tactic....

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BBC Business

UK consulting on bringing in social media ban for under 16s

The government said it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement....

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BBC Business

Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up

The government says the industry will have "nowhere to hide", but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough....

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BBC Business

Are 'tech dense' farms the future of farming?

A host of technology is on offer to farmers, promising to raise farming yields and lower food prices....

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Environment Secretary: South East Water boss 'should not get bonus'

Emma Reynolds said South East Water was the poorest performer of all water companies...

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BBC Business

Hiring woes and 'super high' prices: Voters say Trump's progress on the US economy is mixed

We asked six Americans what they make of the US economy one year after President Trump returned to the White House....

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BBC Business

How could Europe respond to Trump's Greenland tariffs?

Europe is weighing up how to counter the US president's move against some of America's closest allies....

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BBC Business

Faisal Islam: Global disruption looms large over biggest-ever Davos

Expect the World Economic Forum this week to be both the centre of the world and totally bizarre....

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BBC Business

Gold and silver prices hit high after tariff threat

Donald Trump's plan to impose import taxes over Greenland pushed investors toward precious metals....

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BBC Business

IMF warns of trade tension risk to global growth

Trade tensions and a reversal in the AI boom are among the main risks to global economic growth, the IMF says....

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BBC Business

'Credit-score company encouraged me to borrow again when I was nearly debt-free'

A woman who had nearly paid off a £10,000 debt was sent emails suggesting she could apply for new credit cards....

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BBC Business

China hits growth goal after exports defy US tariffs

Official figures suggest China's economy hit its target but analysts have cast doubt on the data....

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BBC Business

'Europe won't be blackmailed,' Danish PM says in wake of Trump Greenland threats

Trump says he will impose new taxes on eight US allies in February if they oppose his proposed takeover of the autonomous Danish territory....

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BBC Business

British Gas took 15 months to refund me £1,500. It's absurd

Beth Kojder said it was frustrating it took so long to get her money back, given the ombudsman had ruled in her favour nearly a year ago....

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BBC Business

What tariffs has Trump announced and why?

Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up....

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BBC Business

Faisal Islam: Trump's Greenland threats to allies are without parallel

The US president's latest threats will baffle the leaders of allied nations, writes the BBC's economics editor....

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BBC Business

Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say

The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February....

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BBC Business

The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy

Consumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune, writes Faisal Islam....

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BBC Business

Big chains accused of masquerading as independent restaurants on delivery apps

Justina John says independent restaurants are "small fish trying to swim with the sharks"....

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BBC Business

Trump's proposed credit card cap spotlights Americans' debt. Would it help?

President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% - an idea with bipartisan support - received swift backlash from bank executives....

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BBC Business

What tariffs has Trump announced and why?

Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up....

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BBC Business

Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis

The replacement for the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties....

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BBC Business

ChatGPT to carry adverts for some users

OpenAI is also expanding its cheaper subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to all countries where it operates....

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BBC Business

Trump to unveil home buying plan involving retirement funds

The housing proposal will let Americans use their 401(k)s for down payments, a Trump economic adviser said....

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BBC Business

Weight loss jabs are 'opportunity' for Leon, boss says

John Vincent says the chain could benefit from the weight loss trend, and sets out his plans to revive the business....

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BBC Business

'The finest in the world': Why the US is buying icebreakers from Finland

The Nordic nation leads the way when it comes to both the design and construction of the vessels....

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BBC Business

How realistic is India's quest for magnets made of rare earths

India has a $800m plan to make rare earth magnets, aiming to reduce dependence on Chinese imports - but can it work?...

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BBC Business

'They are essential': How smoke detectors are evolving

AI trained to recognise fire is among the latest developments in fire alarm tech....

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Honey, I shrunk the data centres: Is small the new big?

Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren't necessary....

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BBC Business

Why are more bosses sharing the top job?

More bosses are sharing the top job giving them more time for family and breaks....

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Why luxury carmakers are now building glitzy skyscrapers

Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich....

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'I had no electricity for six months': US families struggle with soaring energy prices

Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt....

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BBC Business

Excel: The software that's hard to quit

Companies are trying to wean staff off Excel spreadsheets to centralise control of their data....

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BBC Business

How tariff disruption will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026

Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade....

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BBC Business

How the new road safety measures could affect you

The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists....

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How the defence sector is battling a skills crisis

Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging....

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BBC Business

Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness

The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends....

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BBC Business

The showers and baths keeping data centre tech cool

Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge....

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Why Croatia's capital wants to hold Europe's best Christmas market

The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists....

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BBC Business

Will tech trump tradition at bakers and biscuit makers?

Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles....

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Should more be done to tackle 'ghost jobs', vacancies that don't exist?

Companies are advertising vacancies that have already been filled or might not have ever existed....

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BBC Business

Why this month's inflation figure may be good news for you

The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials....

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Toy sellers keep close watch on social media ban

Toys for teenagers and adults have revived the industry, but it could be hit by any ban on social media for under-16s....

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BBC Business

Why are UK prices still rising?

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target....

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'Emotional and financial' pressure of funeral fees

The number of families in need of financial help due to bereavement is rising, a charity says....

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Food charity delivers nearly 100,000 meals

The Bread and Butter Thing provides healthy, fresh food for those in need....

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Inside the 'real life Repair Shop'

The NEPHRA Repair Cafe is giving a new lease of life to broken appliances and saving people money....

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BBC Business

The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse

There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?...

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BBC Business

Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?

Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have....

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Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?

Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"...

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BBC Business

The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis

Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?...

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The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high

Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why...

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BBC Business

Are we getting more savvy about our credit scores?

With lenders using credit scores to decide everything from phone contracts to car finance, experts say understanding how it works could make a meaningful difference....

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Martin Lewis on why you should check your tax code now

Millions of people could be on the wrong tax code....

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The Bottom Line

Lessons learned from a dotcom entrepreneur on the boom and bust of his company, boo.com....

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Crossing Continents

The Netherlands is experiencing a housing crisis. Could ten new cities be the answer?...

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Martin Lewis on 'the most dangerous form of mainstream debt in the UK'

Martin Lewis explains how building up overdraft debt compares to credit card debt....

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TechCrunch

Netflix is rolling out a live voting feature

Netflix said it the feature will be available globally and it will tally votes in real-time...

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Netflix revises offer to pay all cash for Warner Bros to stave off Paramount

However, the streaming giant is still offering the same $27.75 the companies had agreed on for WBD's movie studio and streaming assets, and the deal continues to value the company at $82.7 billion....

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Indian vibe-coding startup Emergent triples valuation to $300M with $70M fundraise

The funding comes as the startup claims it has scaled ARR to $50 million, and is targeting $100 million by April 2026....

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Meta’s Oversight Board takes up permanent bans in landmark case

For the first time, Meta's Oversight Board is looking for specific policy recommendations around disabled accounts....

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Everstone combines Wingify, AB Tasty for $100M+ digital experience optimization platform

The combined business will serve more than 4,000 customers globally and surpass $100 million in annual revenue....

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Here are the 55 US AI startups that raised $100M or more in 2025

Last year was monumental for the AI industry in the U.S. and beyond. How will 2025 compare?...

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Well, there goes the metaverse!

The metaverse is on its last legs as VR is eclipsed by AI. But that's not the only thing that went wrong for Meta's VR ambitions....

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Rogue agents and shadow AI: Why VCs are betting big on AI security

Misaligned agents are just one layer of the AI security challenge that startup Witness AI is trying to solve. It detects employee use of unapproved tools, blocking attacks, and ensuring compliance. ...

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Looking ahead to 2026: What’s next for Startup Battlefield 200

See what to expect for Startup Battlefield 200 in 2026, the ultimate startup pitch competition on the global stage at TechCrunch Disrupt. Join the mailing list to be the first to know when applications drop....

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BioticsAI, which won Disrupt’s Battlefield competition in 2023, gains FDA approval for its AI-powered fetal ultrasound product

TechCrunch Disrupt Battlefield 2023 winner, BioticsAI, announced on Monday that it has received FDA clearance for its AI software that helps detect fetal abnormalities in ultrasound images. ...

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Sequoia to invest in Anthropic, breaking VC taboo on backing rivals: FT

Sequoia Capital is reportedly joining a blockbuster funding round for Anthropic, the AI startup behind Claude, according to the Financial Times. It’s a move sure to turn heads in Silicon Valley. Why? Because venture capital firms have historically avoided backing competing companies in the same sector, preferring to place their bets on a single winner. […]...

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TechCrunch Mobility: ‘Physical AI’ enters the hype machine

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for all things “future of transportation.” ...

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Threads edges out X in daily mobile users, new data shows

Threads’ daily mobile usage has quietly surpassed X as Meta leans on cross-promotion, creator tools and fast feature rollouts — even as X faces fresh controversies...

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How YC-backed Bucket Robotics survived its first CES

Now, the startup is turning its attention to building the business, fundraising and striking commercial deals....

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Moxie Marlinspike has a privacy-conscious alternative to ChatGPT

Confer is designed to look and feel like ChatGPT or Claude, but your conversations can't be used for training or advertising....

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Why Silicon Valley is really talking about fleeing California (it’s not the 5%)

As highlighted Friday in the New York Post, the proposed wealth tax would hit founders on their voting shares rather than the actual equity they own....

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Who gets to inherit the stars? A space ethicist on what we’re not talking about

While it's easy to romanticize space as an escape to a pristine frontier where people will float weightlessly among the stars, it’s worth remembering there are no oceans or mountains or chirpy birds in space. It's “not nice up there,” said Rubenstein. “It is not nice at all."...

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Trump administration’s legal setbacks are good news for offshore wind — and the grid

Three offshore wind projects under construction on the U.S. East Coast are back to building after judges rebuked the Department of the Interior's actions....

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Oshen built the first ocean robot to collect data in a Category 5 hurricane

Oshen has signed contracts with multiple government agencies for its C-Star robots to collect ocean data autonomously....

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Musk wants up to $134B in OpenAI lawsuit, despite $700B fortune

Musk's legal team argues he should be compensated as an early startup investor who sees returns "many orders of magnitude greater" than his initial investment....

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