Timef 09/22/2025

September 30 is the final deadline to apply to volunteer at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — and we’re officially in countdown mode. Whether you dream of launching your own startup, building community, or producing global-scale events, volunteering gives you an unmatched, behind-the-scenes look at how a world-class tech conference comes to life in San Francisco.

As Netflix's CTO(and interim CPO) of, Elizabeth Stone is shaping the future of entertainment for over 300 million members worldwide. She’ll join the Disrupt Stage for a fireside chat on What’s Next for Netflix and for Streaming Itself, part of TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, happening October 27–29 at Moscone West in San Francisco, where 10,000+ startup and VC leaders will gather to shape the future of tech.

President Trump’s sudden policy shift sent immigrant tech workers and firms scrambling to get back to the US and avoid $100,000 fees.

eBay’s acquisition of Tise indicates that it's looking to modernize its platform to attract younger shoppers, expand its social commerce tools, and build a stronger presence in the sustainable retail market.

First reveal of the Space Stage agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, October 27-29 in San Francisco. Whether you’re a space junkie, a startup builder, or an investor chasing the edge of innovation, the Space Stage will deliver insights on what’s next in one of the most dynamic sectors in tech.

A cyberattack targeting Collins Aerospace, a provider of airport check-in systems, sparked delays and disrupted flights across Europe over the weekend.

Register for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 by September 26 and save up to $668 before Regular Bird pricing disappears. Disrupt 2025 gives you an exclusive look at tomorrow's tech. Founders can connect with the right investors and partners to scale their startups. Investors can discover their next portfolio company. Tech innovators and visionaries can glimpse the future of technology while building the connections that help them grow.

The seed funding raise will help Unit 221B expand its threat intelligence platform, which tracks the English-speaking youth hacking phenomenon.

Crypto neo-bank Shield announced on Monday that it has raised a $5 million seed round led by Giant Ventures. 

Pedro Pacal, Sigourney Weaver, and Jeremy Allen White star in "The Mandalorian and Grogu," in theaters May 2026.

As of Sept. 22, the Pokémon TCG White Flare ETB is $84.95 at Amazon, $15 less than Walmart and below TCGplayer listings.

It sounds like Bluesky is getting serious about giving some users the boot, with the company saying it will be doing more to “enforce our moderation policies to better cultivate a space for healthy conversations.”

Earthmover found new customers when it started building tools for companies to analyze the output of weather models. The startup has now raised a $7.2 million seed round.

Every fitness company has jumped on the AI-powered fitness subscription bandwagon. Should you?

Between clay, tofu, crystal, and more, here's how to determine the best type of cat litter for your home (and cat).

As of Sept. 22, the Lego Ideas Hocus Pocus The Sanderson Sister's Cottage is on sale at Amazon for $195.49, 15% off its list price of $229.99.

The fusion startup has inked a deal with Italian energy company Eni. The move is likely intended to set a price for fusion power.

Mark Zuckerberg’s company faces backlash after rowing back promises to create between 300 and 500 new jobs to man its subsidiary’s new data center.

As of Sept. 22, the Fitbit Sense 2 is discounted at Amazon to $199.95, 20% off its usual list price of $249.95.

John Oliver has reacted to Jimmy Kimmel's suspension during an episode of "Last Week Tonight", sending a message directly to Disney CEO Bob Iger.

Our panel of experts discuss what the tech industry's allegiance to Trump really means, and how it will shape our future.

Defense tech giant Palantir is selling T-shirts and tote bags as part of a bid to encourage fans to publicly endorse it.

Tech got what it wanted by electing Trump. A year later, it looks more like a suicide pact.

We’re turning our latest cover into posters, billboards, and even a mural in New York, Los Angeles, Austin, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. Here’s how to find it. (Pics or it didn’t happen.)

With SpaceX and Starlink, Elon Musk controls more than half the world’s rocket launches and thousands of internet satellites. That amounts to immense geopolitical power.

Get the best robot vacuum deal. Save 53% on the Shark Matrix Plus at Amazon.

As of Sept. 22, the Roborock Q7 M5+ robot vacuum and mop is marked down to $259.99, 40% off its list price of $429.99.

Find the best Apple deal. Save 20% on the Apple Magic Keyboard at Amazon.

Find the best robot vacuum deal. Save 39% on the eufy X10 Pro at Amazon.

Answers to each clue for the September 22, 2025 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

Find the best streaming stick deal. Save 27% on the Roku Streaming Stick Plus at Amazon.

As of Sept. 22, the Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box is $86.99 at Amazon, under Walmart’s price and close to market value.

A trial in federal court in Seattle will determine if millions of customers signed up for Prime because it’s a great deal, or because they were duped.

On Monday, the tech giant and the U.S. government face off in court over how to fix the company’s advertising technology monopoly.

Get a lifetime subscription to Readmio Premium for $39.99 (reg. $159) and turn reading time with your kids into an interactive, screen-free adventure.

Google has joined a rush of AI leaders attempting to get their tech in schools — and to turn public-facing chatbots into teachers.

Mashable tested OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google's new AI study chatbots, beginning with ChatGPT.

From the director of "Conclave" comes a real gamble, starring Colin Farrell and Tilda Swinton. Review.

As of Sept. 22, the Pokémon TCG Unova Victini Illustration Collection is $46.79 at Amazon, undercutting the cheapest listing.

Here are some viral video games that were developed in Australia, including "Hollow Knight: Silksong" and "Schedule I."

Tide serves over 1.6 million micro and small enterprises globally, with more than half of them based in India.

The UK-based automaker has been forced to stop vehicle production as a result of the attack—costing JLR tens of millions of dollars and forcing its parts suppliers to lay off workers.

See the moon phase expected for September 22, 2025 as well as when the next full moon is expected.

The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.

Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the puzzle.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1555 on September 22 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

The MBA-to-VC pipeline remains a very real thing. But that path is a little shakier than it once was, according to PitchBook reporting and new academic research.

PDF Expert for Mac gives you lifetime access to editing, signing, converting, and managing PDFs for $97.97.

The White House press secretary said Americans will hold six of seven board seats in the restructured TikTok, and the video app’s algorithm will be U.S.-controlled.

A wave of startups are creating RL environments to help AI labs train agents. It might be Silicon Valley’s next craze in the making.

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

Some Apple users regret upgrading to iOS 26,

Research shows iPhone owners' overconfidence in Apple security makes them easier targets for cybercriminals compared to Android users who take more precautions.