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It’s already been a tumultuous year for the U.S. semiconductor industry. The semiconductor industry plays a sizable role in the “AI race” that the U.S. seems determined to win, which is why this context is worth paying attention to: from Intel’s appointment of Lip-Bu Tan to CEO — who wasted no time getting to work trying to revitalize the legacy company — to Joe Biden proposing sweeping new AI chip export rules on his way out of office that never came to fruition. Here’s a look at what’s happened in the first half of 2025. June Intel appoints new leadership…

IAEA chief says report on Iran’s nuclear program ‘not new’ IAEA chief says report on Iran’s nuclear program ‘not new’ 05:40 Evidence gathered on Iran’s nuclear program by the International Atomic Energy Agency can “hardly be a basis for any military action,” the organization’s head said Thursday. “Military action, from wherever it comes, is a political decision that has nothing to do with what we’re saying,” Rafael Grossi told CNN’s Anderson Cooper. After launching its first wave of strikes on Iran, Israel pointed to a recent IAEA report that acknowledged Iran is enriching uranium to a higher level than other…

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 scale to the next level. On July 15 in Boston, join 1,000 founders and investors at all stages for one day packed with real scaling strategies, live investor feedback, and conversations that move the needle. Don’t miss the ultimate summit for startup growth. Register now…

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.Trump says Iran is close to having a nuclear weapon but U.S. intelligence says otherwise15:51Now PlayingTrump Latino voters split over mass deportation agenda but largely back him: Deciders focus group10:00UP NEXT‘I still want to serve’: Transgender servicemembers face uncertain future under Trump admin05:34Sen. Tammy Duckworth: Trump ‘needs to come to Congress right away’ if he plans to strike Iran08:13Israeli ambassador says Trump ‘will support our efforts’ against Iran21:40Steve Kornacki: How Cuomo & Mamdani could run for NYC mayor even if they lose the Democratic primary04:07Sen. Mike…

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 the subtle, high-stakes signals that matter when data is scarce and the pitch is everything. In his session “All the Ways You Don’t Realize VCs Are Evaluating Your Company at Pre-Seed,” Hudson will pull back the curtain on how investors assess early-stage opportunities and why…

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.Trump says Iran is close to having a nuclear weapon but U.S. intelligence says otherwise15:51Trump Latino voters split over mass deportation agenda but largely back him: Deciders focus group10:00Now Playing‘I still want to serve’: Transgender servicemembers face uncertain future under Trump admin05:34UP NEXTSen. Tammy Duckworth: Trump ‘needs to come to Congress right away’ if he plans to strike Iran08:13Israeli ambassador says Trump ‘will support our efforts’ against Iran21:40Steve Kornacki: How Cuomo & Mamdani could run for NYC mayor even if they lose the Democratic primary04:07Sen. Mike…

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — It’s official — almost. Soon, all seven members of the massively popular K-pop group BTS will have completed South Korea’s mandatory military service. Rapper Suga will be the last of the bandmates to be released on Saturday, after fulfilling his duty as a social service agent, an alternative to serving in the military that he reportedly chose due to a shoulder injury. BTS’ entertainment agency said no events are planned for Suga’s release out of concern for overcrowding.The six others, RM, V, Jimin, Jung Kook, Jin and j-hope, served in the army.Earlier this month, four…

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 startups like Culture Amp, Gem, Sword Health, and EliseAI. She’s sat on both sides of the table as an investor and operator. At Gusto, she helped scale post–Series B. Now, she’s helping founders cut through the noise and land deals in an increasingly competitive environment.…

Some divides are emerging among swing-state Latinos who voted for President Donald Trump when it comes to his approach to mass deportations, according to new focus group conversations with some of these voters, who nevertheless remain broadly supportive of the president. Most of the Latino Trump voters who participated in recent focus groups observed by NBC News as part of the 2025 Deciders series, produced by Syracuse University and the research firms Engagious and Sago, said they approve of Trump’s handling of illegal immigration. And most approved of his actions broadly as president. These voters were key to Trump’s win…

Startups don’t build themselves. The Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27–29 at San Francisco’s Moscone West, is where investors, operators, and founders come to talk tactics — the nitty-gritty of getting something off the ground and making it work. This year, we’re bringing some of the sharpest minds in the game to the stage, including legendary investor Elad Gil, former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo, and Flexport founder Ryan Petersen. If you’re looking for real-world insights from people who’ve actually built and backed category-defining companies, this is where it happens. Whether you’re wrestling with your first term…