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Topline Tesla stock officially traded lower Monday than it did ahead of President Donald Trump’s November victory, wiping out what was once a 91% gain for shares of the electric vehicle company run by Trump lieutenant Elon Musk, as Tesla becomes the face of the ongoing stock market slide. Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks at a Tesla event in 2022.Getty Images Key Facts Shares of Tesla declined about 12% to $231 by early afternoon, registering their lowest share price since Oct. 23, the day before the election. Monday’s Tesla dive came as part of broader losses tied to concerns about…

Kiva, a global nonprofit that provides crowdfunded loans to individuals and entrepreneurs, has received a $100k Her Village grant from Boundless Futures Foundation.The funding aims to support women-led businesses across the U.S. that address social or environmental challenges.The grant will be used to establish a revolving loan fund featured on the Kiva platform, specifically targeting female founders and social entrepreneurs. It will also finance a co-sponsored impact study to assess the societal benefits of female-led social enterprises. Additionally, Kiva and Boundless Futures Foundation plan to collaborate on strategic efforts to address systemic barriers faced by women founders.Soon Hagerty, founder and…

Nirvana Insurance, an AI-driven commercial trucking insurer, has secured an $80m Series C funding round, bringing its valuation close to $850m.The investment follows a period of rapid growth for the company, which has surpassed $100m in premiums, more than doubling year over year.The round was led by General Catalyst, with continued backing from existing investors Lightspeed Venture Partners and Valor Equity Partners.The fresh capital will support Nirvana’s expansion efforts and further technological innovation within its AI-powered insurance platform.Nirvana provides AI-enhanced commercial insurance tailored for fleet operators, integrating real-time data from telematics devices to improve risk assessment, underwriting, and claims processing.…

The tech industry has historically been male-dominated, but the landscape is evolving. Women are stepping into leadership roles, driving innovation, and proving that success is determined by skills, vision, and perseverance—not gender. At Air Doctor, female leaders are redefining leadership in a fast-paced, technology-driven world.To mark International Women’s Day, the women leading Air Doctor shared their insights and advice, aiming to inspire the next generation of female leaders to step forward with confidence.Ilana Fletcher, SVP Strategic Partnerships & Sales, believes in trusting instincts and embracing continuous learning. “Trust your gut—your instincts are a powerful guide, especially in fast-moving industries like…

On June 5, 1,200 of the brightest minds in AI and VC leaders will converge in Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley for TechCrunch Sessions: AI — the must-attend AI event of the year. What does this mean for your startup? A prime opportunity to showcase your breakthrough to a crowd hungry for AI innovation. We’ve made it seamless — just visit this exhibit page and claim your booth today! Why exhibiting your AI innovation is a must Broaden your impact: Present your cutting-edge solutions on the lively TC Sessions: AI Expo floor, where more than 1,200 AI experts, investors, and…

From October 27-29, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will bring together over 10,000 startup pioneers, VC leaders, and tech enthusiasts at Moscone West in San Francisco — the epicenter of innovation set to reshape the future of technology. What’s in it for your startup? A golden opportunity to put your innovation in front of an eager audience for all three days. The process is easy — simply visit this exhibit page and reserve your booth today! Why exhibiting at Disrupt 2025 is a game-changer Expand your reach: Showcase your innovative solutions in the bustling Disrupt Expo Hall for three full days, with…

NEW YORK (AP) — Michelle Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, will host a new weekly podcast series starting this month featuring a special guest pulled from the world of entertainment, sports, health and business.“IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson” will address “everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us,” according to a press release. IMO is slang for “in my opinion.”Some of the guests slated to speak to the former first lady and Robinson, the executive director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches, include the actors Issa Rae and Keke Palmer and psychologist Dr.…

Microsoft appears to be working on 3D gaming experiences for Copilot, its AI-powered chatbot platform, according to a new job listing. The listing, published this week, seeks a senior software engineer based in Beijing specializing in 3D rendering engines, particularly engines typically used to build web browser-based video games (Babylon.js, three.js, and Unity). “Are you passionate about gaming and interested in building innovative solutions for billions of users?” the job description reads. “If you have a background in gaming or a strong passion for it, this is the perfect opportunity for you!” Microsoft has previously indicated that it plans to…

“Some people will naturally think that the governing body is bending over backwards to accommodate India,” says cricket writer Nicholas Brookes. Geopolitical reality, a lack of buzz in host nation Pakistan and mediocre cricket in general meant the Champions Trophy’s much-anticipated return to the calendar did not go according to plan for the governing International Cricket Council (ICC). The one-day international (ODI) tournament served as an ICC fundraiser but offered no assurance about the future of a format battling for relevance in a cricket landscape ruled by Twenty20 leagues either. Financial engine India’s participation, a key factor behind the commercial…

The abuse of the popular adversary simulation tool Cobalt Strike has decreased significantly over the past two years, according to Fortra, the product’s developer. Cobalt Strike is a legitimate post-exploitation tool designed for adversary simulation, but threat actors have found ways to create cracked copies (usually older versions of the product) that they can leverage in their operations. The tool has been abused by both profit-driven cybercriminals and state-sponsored threat groups.     In April 2023, Fortra announced teaming up with Microsoft and the Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Health-ISAC) to take legal and technical action in an effort to prevent…