AI data analyst startup Julius nabs $10M seed round

Julius AI, a startup that positions itself as an AI data analyst, has secured a $10 million seed round led by Bessemer Venture Partners. The funding round also saw participation from Horizon VC, 8VC, Y Combinator, and the AI Grant…

Waymo taps Avis to manage robotaxi fleet in Dallas

Waymo has announced plans to launch a robotaxi service next year in Dallas, marking the latest expansion of its commercial operations. The Alphabet-owned company already operates in Los Angeles and San Francisco and is now partnering with Avis Budget Group…

New York state cyber chief calls out Trump for cybersecurity cuts

During the first few months of the new Trump administration, the White House slashed cybersecurity budgets, staff, and initiatives. Cybersecurity experts and legislators have expressed dissatisfaction with these cuts. Among them is Colin Ahern, the chief cyber officer for the…

Anthropic unveils new rate limits to curb Claude Code power users

Anthropic is introducing new weekly rate limits for Claude to address excessive usage among subscribers running its AI coding tool, Claude Code, continuously in the background around the clock. The limits also aim to prevent policy violations, such as account…

TechCrunch Mobility: Tesla vs GM: A tale of two earnings

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. The poll results from last week’s edition are in, and it’s clear what readers want: analysis. Scoops, news roundups, and deals are also…