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The hacker who humiliated spyware makers and was never caught

An awe-inspiring hacktivist who hacked two controversial government spyware makers may be the most prolific hacker to have never gotten caught. What do we know about Phineas Fisher?

Elon Musk’s Boring Company reportedly raising funding at a $20 billion valuation

Elon Musk's tunneling startup is reportedly in talks for a major new funding round.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026’s new Smart Money Stage explores fintech, payments, AI, and everything between 

Money has evolved into far more than the cash in your wallet or your bank account. And at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, we’re devoting an entire stage to that progression.

Vietnam is looking to restrict social media for kids; here are the growing number of other countries doing the same

Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction, and exposure to predators.

Waymo reportedly mulling a breakup with Uber

The contract between the two companies ends in May 2028, Uber told TechCrunch.

Volkswagen engineers charged with insider trading tied to Rivian joint venture

The indictment, which was unsealed Friday, alleges the Volkswagen engineers used confidential insider information to buy stock in Rivian.