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Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi said the crypto exchange has confidentially filed for a U.S. initial public offering, confirming CNBC's previous reporting.

Centuries-old European tales about Gold Coast traders adulterating precious metals hundreds of years ago are challenged by the famous Whydah Gally shipwreck.

Dozens of WordPress plugins were allegedly hijacked to push malware after they were sold to a new corporate owner.

Nvidia denied rumors that it's in talks to buy a large PC company, telling CNBC in a statement that it's "not engaged in discussions."

The investment bank said volumes will reach an estimated $240 billion in 2026 and grow at a 80% compound annual rate between 2025 and 2030.

The AI giant's co-founder confirms that Anthropic briefed the Trump administration on its latest model, Mythos, which it claims has powerful cybersecurity capabilities.

In an interview at the Semafor World Economy summit this week, Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark explained why the company was still engaged with the U.S. government while simultaneously suing them.

Waymo's commercial service will eventually follow testing if the UK government approves.

The e-commerce giant is buying Globalstar, a satellite communications company, as it aims to expand its own satellite internet service to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink.

Until now, the only way to avoid seeing ads was by paying for a YouTube Premium subscription.

Human trials on the hybrid sensor are expected to begin in the years ahead.

Google will penalize websites that try to stop your back button from actually taking you back to Google.

Google is adding “Skills” to Chrome, letting users save and reuse AI prompts across websites. The feature builds on Gemini’s browser integration.

Sony launched the H6 Air open-back gaming headset on April 14. Our tech editor shares his first impressions after testing them.

It feels like the Gingerbread AT-AT has been on backorder forever. Move quickly to secure the walker and gingerbread Darth Vader for $59.99.

The remarks show how a technology welcomed by corporations as a productivity boon can also pose serious threats, like uncovering new ways to hack into systems.

As of April 14, get up to 20% off the Shark CryoGlow Cooling + LED Face Mask at Sephora.

Freecash was removed from Apple's App Store after TechCrunch reached out for comment.

Karen Morales listened to her "spidey sense" and embraced an exciting opportunity.

The Treasury secretary said it is “difficult to deconstruct” the reasons for global warming, which he described as a belief of the “elite.”

A strong Wi-Fi password is not enough to keep your online activity private. Learn why a VPN is essential to encrypt your connection and block ISP tracking.

Eddie Flores Jr. believes in the power of Hawaiian identity. Here's how he created a restaurant empire and passed wealth to his employees.

Here's where and how to buy your own Shark ChillPill Personal Fan SKYLRK-Exclusive before it runs out of stock.

Pillar's investors include a16z, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, Crucible Capital and Gallery Ventures.

After NASA's Artemis II mission splashed down off the coast of California on April 10, a recovery team greeted the four astronauts.

The Sony Inzone H6 Air are the brand's new (and only) open-back gaming headphones, available April 14 along with more Inzone products.

Nintendo Switch and PC gamers can save 16% on the 8BitDo Arcade Stick at Amazon. At $75.99, it's the lowest price in months.

Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a trickle, despite President Donald Trump proclaiming that a ceasefire with Iran depended on it reopening.

The first StrictlyVC of the year will be coming to San Francisco before you know it. There are still a few tickets available to join us and our stacked speaker lineup April 30, so register today!

Lego Insiders get the Restaurants of the World: Mexico collectible set just for spending $180. Yes, preorders count toward the promo.

Panelists at the Semafor World Economy conference said artificial intelligence can supplement the work that's already done, improving its quantity and quality.

Sniffies just launched a suite of new features to help you meet up faster.

A prolonged blockage of the Strait of Hormuz for the next six to 12 months will mean an unavoidable recession, the billionaire investor said.

The Venetoulis Institute of Local Journalism, which operates The Baltimore Banner, has bought The Post-Gazette. The newspaper was set to shut down next month.

The Venetoulis Institute of Local Journalism, which operates The Baltimore Banner, has bought The Post-Gazette. The newspaper was set to shut down next month.

The 55-inch Hisense QD7 QLED 4K TV just hit a record-low $297.99 at Amazon. That's 40% or over $200 in savings.

Microsoft is the latest laptop brand to raise prices thanks to a global memory shortage.

The feature lets users connect Google accounts like Gmail and Photos to get personalized answers

Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn altered performance-review metrics after employees raised questions.

It's not clear how many people were compromised by this hacking campaign, but a security researcher said the hackers were targeting victims since at least November 2025.

Tesla has also made it easy to subscribe to the advanced driver assistance system.

The burger chain's owner says preserving her grandparents' legacy means saying no to what competitors embrace.

The acquisition will allow the company to expand its business into international markets without needing to launch a delivery network in those regions.

As of April 14, save over $500 on the Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor.

Ricky Cobb has built a big online following with his irreverent postings about the absurdities of the 1970s.

Anything is planning to launch a desktop companion app to aid mobile app development after its App Store removal.

Trevor Noah addresses the elephant in the room in his latest Netflix special, "Joy in the Trenches."

The nation’s largest bank said it earned record trading profits in the first quarter but tempered expectations overall for its business.

Kevin M. Warsh vowed to divest a substantial amount of his more than $100 million in assets as he faces a complicated path to becoming the next chair of the Federal Reserve.

Buy the Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Box for $188 at Walmart, beating Amazon and undercutting TCGplayer market price.

'We've seen constraints in countries like Vietnam and Thailand on air travel, but this is also spilling over to Europe,' an ING analyst told CNBC.

With a quarter of IRS auditors gone and enforcement at its lowest in 20 years, tax lawyers say they're seeing a shift in taxpayer behavior.

Amazon on Tuesday agreed to buy satellite company Globalstar, known for powering Apple's "Emergency SOS" feature, for $11.57 billion in cash.

The IMF said that the U.K. will be hardest hit out of all developed economies as a result of the Iran war.

As of April 14, the Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Standard Kit set (#72032) is on sale for $15.99 at Amazon, 20% off its list price of $19.99.

The AI clone is being trained on his mannerisms, tone and public statements so workers can feel more connected to Meta's CEO.

The conflict could also fuel another bout of inflation, according to the International Monetary Fund.

GoPro has announced its new Mission 1 Series, compact 8K cameras aimed at prosumers, professionals, and content creators.

Eharmony just released its 2026 "Redefining Love After 40" report. Here's what the survey's numbers suggest about sex, communication, and dating apps for older singles.

Alienware announced the new 27-inch QD-OLED AW2726DM gaming monitor Tuesday. It's available now at the surprisingly affordable price of $349.99.

You can wait for confidence, or you can let courage build it.

A professional ghostwriter can run up to $100,000 per project. Youbooks AI does it for $35, and you retain 100% of the revenue.

Amazon said it would acquire Globalstar, giving its nascent satellite internet business a boost as it vies to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX.

Kevin Warsh, nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, detailed his holdings in newly released financial disclosures.

The search for a new CEO, which lasted over a year following the sudden resignation of Peter Rawlinson, is finally over.

Discover why small businesses need a GEO strategy to stay relevant and competitive as AI platforms transform the search landscape.

The S&P 500 has recouped all its losses since the Middle East war started on Feb. 28, as a bullish “vibe shift” takes hold among some investors.

Citigroup is perceived to be more impacted by the geopolitical environment than many of its peers. 

Perfect Order Build & Battle Box falls to $35.80 on TCGplayer, nearing market price and undercutting Amazon and Walmart.

Phone-free restaurants are growing across the U.S., with bars and eateries asking diners to put devices away. Gen Z is driving the shift, per a 2025 survey.

As of April 14, the Samsung 55-Inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV is back to its lowest-ever price at Amazon of $797.99, 27% off its list price of $1,097.99.

Stephen Colbert has commented on an AI image Trump shared that appears to depict the president as Jesus.

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Jimmy Kimmel has shared his thoughts on Trump's attack on the Pope, including an AI image Trump shared that appeared to show himself as Jesus.

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As efforts to reach a lasting settlement have so far proved unsuccessful, one Harvard academic estimates the total could end up far higher than was promised.

As of April 14, the LG 97-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Smart TV has dropped to $17,999.96 at Amazon, 28% off its list price of $24,996.99.

JPMorgan will give investors a view into how consumers and corporations fared at the start of this year as a trio of concerns weighed on markets.

TCGplayer has the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle for $39.49 shipped, beating Amazon and Walmart.

U.S. moves to blockade Iran, and let a Russian oil waiver lapse, squeeze India’s energy supplies, exposing its vulnerability under rising U.S. pressure.

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Jon Stewart has weighed in on Trump's recent Truth Social posts about the Pope, during the latest episode of "The Daily Show".

Treasury yields fall as investors keep a close watch on Middle East matters.

Investors saw a possible path to peace, with the United States and Iran trading proposals for Iran to suspend nuclear activity.

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Oil markets shrugged it off, but the effort to hurt Iran could provoke retaliation that inflicts more damage on energy assets and the global economy.

The state, known for making cars, is spending millions to entice drone manufacturers that can bring new business to auto suppliers.

Live animal markets and the illegal sale of wildlife pose particular dangers, but any sale of wild animals or animal products poses spillover risks, a new study suggests.

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Plenty of people hate Mark Zuckerberg’s superintelligent, supercharged spectacles. I was ready to hate them, too.

Content creator Gigi Bello shares the tech gear she relies on while making her TikTok videos

Inertia has signed three agreements with the Lawrence Livermore National Lab, paving the way for the company to bring its pioneering fusion reactor to market.

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NASA administrator Jared Isaacman's reply to a 10-year-old’s Pluto letter revives debate over dwarf planet status.

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Answers to each clue for the April 14, 2026 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.