38 m. ago Train a virtual dragon? Film studios turn to Roblox and other games to reach young fans

Surrounded by virtual cliffs and a cascading waterfall, dragon riders on Roblox's massive online gaming platform immerse themselves in a memorable scene from "How to Train Your Dragon."

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39 m. ago Raising a Series C+? Cathy Gao’s bringing the real playbook to TechCrunch All Stage

Growth-stage fundraising is picking up speed again, but it’s not the same game it used to be. At TechCrunch All Stage 2025 on July 15 in Boston, we’re bringing in someone who knows how the rules have changed and how to win in today’s market: Cathy Gao, partner at Sapphire Ventures. Gao has backed breakout […]

Technology

46 m. ago No Rock Stars, No Mercedes: A Russian Expo Shows the Cost of Divorce With the West

The annual economic forum in St. Petersburg used to yield multibillion-dollar deals and feature performances by global music stars. With the war in Ukraine still raging, the mood has shifted.

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54 m. ago At TechCrunch All Stage: VC red flags, founder signals, and pre

At the pre-seed stage, there’s not much for a VC to analyze — no revenue curve, no retention metrics, no CAC. That doesn’t mean they’re guessing. It means they’re watching everything else. At TechCrunch All Stage 2025 on July 15 in Boston, Charles Hudson, managing partner and founder of Precursor Ventures, will walk founders through […]

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57 m. ago Washington Nationals brass needs to stop using 2019 as a crutch

Washington Nationals brass needs to stop using 2019 as a crutch  Federal Baseball

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61 m. ago Robot eyes are power hungry. What if we gave them tools inspired by the human brain?

Robots are increasingly becoming a part of our lives—from warehouse automation to robotic vacuum cleaners. And just like humans, robots need to know where they are to reliably navigate from A to B.

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69 m. ago 4 days left: Lock in your TechCrunch All Stage pass — or miss $210 in savings

If you’re serious about traction, scale, and funding, you have 4 days left to secure your pass to TechCrunch All Stage — and save up to $210 while you’re at it. Prices rise after June 22 at 11:59 p.m. PT. This is not just another startup event. It’s your tactical launchpad and the fuel to […]

Economics

69 m. ago Charges downgraded for former Washington County deputy accused of killing someone during traffic stop

Charges downgraded for former Washington County deputy accused of killing someone during traffic stop  5newsonline.com

Events

75 m. ago Juneteenth 2025: From Texas to Washington, check 10 best places to celebrate with amazing activities acros

Juneteenth 2025: From Texas to Washington, check 10 best places to celebrate with amazing activities acros  The Economic Times

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79 m. ago Putin says he’s open to meeting Zelensky, even as he denies his legitimacy

Putin says he’s open to meeting Zelensky, even as he denies his legitimacy  The Washington Post

Politics

79 m. ago 1 dead, 1 injured after small plane crashes in Beverly, officials say

Federal aviation officials said two people were on the plane when it crashed Thursday near Beverly Regional Airport. The post 1 dead, 1 injured after small plane crashes in Beverly, officials say appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

86 m. ago One of the most ‘amazing’ lakes in the U.S. is in New England, according to USA Today readers

Plus, New England has one of the best lakes for swimming and one of the best lake beaches. The post One of the most ‘amazing’ lakes in the U.S. is in New England, according to USA Today readers appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

1 hour ago Analysis | Minnesota shooting renews calls for online privacy laws

Analysis | Minnesota shooting renews calls for online privacy laws  The Washington Post

Events

2 h. ago Guest column | Want to find better solutions? Learn to embrace questions.

Guest column | Want to find better solutions? Learn to embrace questions.  The Washington Post

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2 h. ago Column | Members of Congress worry about lack of plan as political violence rises

Column | Members of Congress worry about lack of plan as political violence rises  The Washington Post

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2 h. ago Horror, a documentary, or kids, there's only good choices at the movies this weekend

This weekend at the movies, you can see films about a raging virus and another about a lesson in childhood friendships. What's not to like?

Events

2 h. ago Customizable soft robot modules allow for new haptic interactions

EPFL researchers have developed a customizable soft robotic system that uses compressed air to produce shape changes, vibrations, and other haptic, or tactile, feedback in a variety of configurations. The device holds significant promise for applications in virtual reality, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.

Politics

2 h. ago Disney World Sees Noticeably Low June Attendance: 'Slowest Junes on Record in the Past Decade'

Disney World has seen noticeably low attendance in June, with visitor numbers down and lack of crowds during usually high traffic times.  The post Disney World Sees Noticeably Low June Attendance: ‘Slowest Junes on Record in the Past Decade’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 h. ago Washington Softball Set for Round Three with Burlington Tonight on KCII

Washington Softball Set for Round Three with Burlington Tonight on KCII  KCII Radio

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3 h. ago Opinion | Donald Trump thinks liberals hate America. Sir, have you met me?

Opinion | Donald Trump thinks liberals hate America. Sir, have you met me?  The Washington Post

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