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Chowder Simplifies OpenClaw Deployments with Unified API
Chowder offers a streamlined solution for launching and managing OpenClaw instances through a single, unified API. This new tool promises to simplify the deployment process for developers and organizations leveraging OpenClaw, potentially accelerating adoption and reducing operational overhead.
Marketing Agents Squad: AI-Powered Assistants Automate Your Marketing Tasks
Tired of the repetitive grind of daily marketing tasks? Marketing Agents Squad offers a platform to discover and delegate those tasks to AI-powered agents, promising increased efficiency and freeing up human marketers for more strategic initiatives. This new tool could revolutionize how marketing teams operate, potentially reshaping roles and skill requirements in the industry.
Yandex to Launch Youth-Focused Taxi Service 'Fasten' in Russia by 2026, Aiming for a New Brand Experience and Price Point
Yandex, the leading Russian tech giant, is reportedly planning to launch a new ride-hailing service called 'Fasten' in Russia by March 2026, targeting a younger demographic. This new platform will operate under a separate brand identity and feature a distinct pricing strategy, potentially disrupting the existing ride-hailing landscape.
CoThou Launches 'Seamlessity,' an Autonomous Superagent Promising Thought-to-Action Automation
CoThou has unveiled Seamlessity, an autonomous superagent designed to translate high-level goals into concrete actions. By reasoning from first principles, Seamlessity aims to automate complex tasks and workflows, potentially revolutionizing productivity across various industries. Early discussions suggest a focus on seamless integration and intuitive operation.
NVIDIA Unveils PersonaPlex: Custom AI Avatars with Natural Conversational Skills
NVIDIA is pushing the boundaries of AI interaction with PersonaPlex, a new technology allowing developers to create AI avatars with customized roles and voices. This breakthrough promises more engaging and personalized experiences in gaming, virtual assistants, and beyond. Early access is available through Product Hunt.

Blackstone backs Neysa in up to $1.2B financing as India pushes to build domestic AI infrastructure
Neysa is targeting deployments of more than 20,000 GPUs over time as demand for local AI compute accelerates.

OpenClaw's Creator Joins OpenAI to Spearhead Next-Gen AI Agents, Project to Open Source
Peter Steinberger, the mind behind the viral AI personal assistant OpenClaw, is joining OpenAI to develop the next generation of AI agents. In a surprising turn, OpenClaw will be open-sourced and maintained by OpenAI, allowing broader access to its innovative technology.
MockAPI Dog Unleashed: Generate Instant Mock APIs for Faster Development and Testing
Tired of waiting for backend APIs to be ready before starting frontend development? MockAPI Dog offers a free and instant solution for generating mock REST and LLM APIs, requiring no signup. Streamline your development workflow and accelerate testing with this innovative tool.

Epstein Files Expose Silicon Valley's Risky Dance with Shadowy Investors and EV Startups
Newly released Epstein documents reveal a Silicon Valley subplot involving a mysterious businessman, David Stern, who leveraged his connection to the disgraced financier to pitch investments in promising electric vehicle startups like Faraday Future, Lucid Motors, and Canoo. The revelations highlight the murky world of early-stage EV funding and raise questions about due diligence in the high-stakes pursuit of innovation. Will these connections lead to wider scrutiny of Silicon Valley's investme

How to get into a16z’s super-competitive Speedrun startup accelerator program
TechCrunch spoke to a16z partner Joshua Lu for some tips on standing out for the Speedrun program.

HubSpot Co-founder Brian Halligan: Scaling Startups is Harder Than Ever in the AI Era
Brian Halligan, co-founder of HubSpot and current CEO coach at Sequoia Capital, argues that while starting a company has never been easier, scaling one presents unprecedented challenges, particularly in the age of rapidly advancing AI. He shares his "LOCKS" framework for evaluating founders and offers unconventional wisdom on team building and navigating the evolving business landscape. A new podcast explores these themes in depth.
PenguinBot AI: The 24/7 Automated Employee Arrives to Streamline Business Operations
Tired of clocking out? PenguinBot AI offers businesses a potentially tireless, AI-powered employee designed to automate tasks and improve efficiency. Launched on Product Hunt, this new tool is generating buzz for its promise of round-the-clock availability.

Is safety ‘dead’ at xAI?
Elon Musk is “actively” working to make xAI’s Grok chatbot “more unhinged, according to a former employee.

Cherryrock Capital: Stacy Brown-Philpot's $20 Million Fund Doubles Down on Overlooked Founders in Shifting VC Landscape
As Silicon Valley navigates a changing investment climate, Cherryrock Capital, led by former TaskRabbit CEO Stacy Brown-Philpot, is forging a different path. The firm's $20 million debut fund focuses on Series A and B investments in "underinvested entrepreneurs," offering critical growth-stage capital often overlooked by larger venture firms. Brown-Philpot's strategy embraces a pragmatic approach to exits and a commitment to backing diverse talent, regardless of prevailing political headwinds.

Alta Partners with Public School to Bring AI-Powered Virtual Styling to E-Commerce
Fashion tech startup Alta, inspired by the virtual closet in 'Clueless,' is partnering with New York City-based brand Public School to integrate AI-powered styling tools directly into websites. This collaboration allows shoppers to virtually 'try on' clothes from Public School's new collection using personalized Alta avatars, marking a significant step towards personalized and immersive online shopping experiences.

Product Managers Tap AI Coding, Explore Reverse Free Trials, and Sharpen Role Definitions in Exclusive Community Discussions
Product managers are actively exploring the transformative potential of AI coding tools while simultaneously re-evaluating conventional product adoption strategies like free trials. Recent discussions within a private product management community highlight the evolving landscape of the profession, focusing on practical applications and strategic differentiation. Insights into pricing consulting work and distinguishing product management from project management further enrich this collaborative k

India Supercharges Deep Tech: $1.1 Billion Fund Aims to Ignite Startup Revolution
India is doubling down on its commitment to homegrown innovation with a massive $1.1 billion venture capital fund aimed at fueling deep tech startups. The initiative, a "fund of funds," will channel government resources through private investors, targeting high-growth sectors like AI and advanced manufacturing. This move comes as private funding cools, positioning the Indian government to play a pivotal role in the next wave of technological advancement.