Can tech companies learn to love cheaper AI models?

If those same AI workloads can be handled by cheaper models without affecting quality, it would mean a massive shift in the economics of AI.

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Who is Meenakshi Natarajan? Congress leader at the midst of Rajya Sabha nomination papers row

Meenakshi Natarajan is a former Member of Parliament (MP) from Mandsaur from 2009 to 2014. Meanwhile, the ECI is scheduled to conduct a meeting with a Congress delegation on Wednesday to address concerns over the rejection of party candidate Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha elections.

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Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann distributes Rs 1.07 crore seed grants to 31 startups

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann described startups as a key pillar of Punjab’s future economic growth. He said the Punjab Government is committed to ensuring that no promising idea is abandoned due to lack of financial support. 

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Apple is fixing the headache of splitting the bill with its new Siri in Camera feature

"If you're grabbing a bite with friends and point your iPhone at the bill, then [you can] select what you ordered to split the tab with Apple Cash," said Apple VP of Software Sebastien Marineau-Mes.

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Two lakh students every year, over 1,200 institutes: How Patna turned student dreams into a Rs 15,000-crore coaching industry

Patna has emerged as India’s second-largest hub for competitive exam preparation after Kota. With more than 1,200 coaching institutes, nearly 2 lakh students arriving every year and a coaching economy worth over Rs 15,000 crore, the city has become one of the country’s biggest education destinations.

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After 2 years, INDIA bloc returning to the table in Delhi: Who’s in, who’s out and what’s on the agenda?

The meeting is scheduled at 12 noon at the Constitution Club in New Delhi on Monday (June 8).  

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Is this the dawn of the Tokenpocalypse?

We're likely to see more price increases as the big AI companies plan to go public.

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OpenAI unveils Lockdown Mode to protect sensitive data from prompt injection attacks

Even with Lockdown Mode, ChatGPT could be still vulnerable to prompt injections, but the goal is to reduce the likelihood that sensitive data gets shared in the process.

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Why is Pentagon worried about Mossad? DNA examines reported US-Israel intelligence tensions

The show also focused on India's launch of E-85 fuel, a blend consisting of 85 per cent ethanol and 15 per cent petrol. With sales beginning at select petrol pumps, the analysis explored the fuel's pricing compared to conventional petrol, its potential benefits and drawbacks, and the types of vehicles capable of using the new fuel blend.

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Former cyber executive turned whistleblower accuses IBM of covering up several data breaches

IBM and two of its subsidiary companies were allegedly breached during the mid-2010s, which a lawsuit filed by a former cybersecurity executive accuses IBM of not disclosing and actively covering up.

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Startup Battlefield 200 applications officially close in 3 days

Applications for Startup Battlefield 200 officially close on June 8, 11:59 p.m. PT. Now’s not the time to wait any longer. Secure your shot at competing on the Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 this October at San Francisco's Moscone West.

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Patna firing row: Khan Sir named in FIR, questions mount over alleged role

An FIR has been registered against Faisal Khan and two others in Patna in connection with a firing incident. The case includes charges under Section 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), relating to attempt to murder, along with provisions of the Arms Act.

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Google will pay SpaceX $920M per month for compute

The companies announced the deal on Friday, just one week ahead of SpaceX's historic IPO.

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Startup Battlefield is returning to Australia — here’s what happened the last time we came to Sydney

On August 19, Startup Battlefield is returning to Sydney in partnership with Stripe, one of the world's most iconic technology companies. We're taking over Stripe Tour Sydney for a night that the Australian startup ecosystem won't forget.

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Apple approves Poke as the first AI agent on its Messages for Business platform

Poke, the startup that lets people use AI agents through simple text messages, has become the first AI agent approved for Apple’s Messages for Business platform.

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Helion, the Sam Altman-backed fusion startup, raises $465M to build a power plant for Microsoft

Fusion startup Helion is racing to complete a power plant for Microsoft by 2028. A fresh infusion of cash should help with that.

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Google’s Dreambeans, its weirdest-named AI tool to date, will turn your life into a cartoon

Dreambeans is a curated list of AI-illustrated "stories" culled from the personal data in your Google account.

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Delhi Hotel Fire: Owner Lovkesh Bajaj arrested as probe into safety lapses deepens

The hotel's fire safety measures and evacuation arrangements are also under close scrutiny. Investigators are examining reports that the building had only one common entry and exit point, a factor that may have significantly hindered evacuation efforts as the flames spread through the structure.

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A startup, Everand, is now bundling e-books, audiobooks, and book clubs in challenge to Amazon

A new reading subscription from Everand offers access to both e-books and audiobooks, and Fable's book club community.

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India tells EU to stay out of its internal affairs after Kashmir reference

India has officially rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir in the latest EU-Pakistan joint statement, reaffirming the region as an integral part of India.  

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From the stage to the future: Where are Startup Battlefield’s alumni now?

We wanted to show you what happens after the confetti falls. We checked in with some of our recent alumni, many of whom have sat down with us on Build Mode: The Founder Survival Guide, TechCrunch's podcast for founders at every stage.

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Florida sues OpenAI, Sam Altman, in first-of-its-kind lawsuit over violent incidents

The lawsuit partially revolves around a shooting at Florida State University last year, and ChatGPT's alleged role in the incident.

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Hackers hijacked Instagram accounts by tricking Meta AI support chatbot into granting access

Several users on social media reported having their Instagram accounts hacked over the weekend. Meta's own support chatbot was blamed for allowing hackers to hijack accounts.

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DNA Explained: The dark truth behind YouTube teachers pushing revolt over math

In today's DNA episode, Zee News Managing Editor Rahul Sinha decodes how YouTube coaching teachers provoke students against journalists while earning crores in fees.  

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