Spotify is getting more serious about selling enterprise software

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View this email online in your browser  October 08, 2026 TechCrunch Top 3 Spotify is getting more serious about selling enterprise software: The company launched technology.spotify.com, a new site that will make its internal tech available to outsiders. Read More Google releases a new local-first Granola competitor: Google’s new AI Edge Foresight app takes on Granola with an offline meeting note-taker that can transcribe conversations, generate notes, and answer questions using on-device AI. Read More Elon Musk questions Ambani’s influence as Starlink India launch stalls: “Is Ambani the real boss of India?” Elon Musk asked as he questioned why Starlink has yet to launch its satellite internet service in the country. Read More A message from R1 Healthcare's Revenue Black Box, Decoded The biggest opportunity for AI in healthcare isn't automation, it's observability. R1’s Payer Atlas analyzes payer behavior across millions of interactions to uncover hidden patterns and detect reimbursement risk, helping health systems move from reactive recovery to predictive action.  Discover Payer Atlas  Our biggest event of the year is coming next week, and now's the time to lock in your ticket to learning how to build successfully in the AI era. You'll get expert insights from leaders from Anthropic, Nvidia, OpenAI, Google Cloud, and hundreds of other sessions across three days.  Save 50% on a second ticket, or if you've been laid off recently, get an Expo+ Pass for just $75. Register Now Morning Must-Reads Cal AI's 19-year-old founder just raised $10M for his new AI startup: Zach Yadegari, the teen co-founder of popular Cal AI calorie tracking app, has launched a new personal AI agent startup that competes with Instinct, Muse and Bee. Read More Uber and China's Pony.ai plan to launch robotaxis in London: The two companies said on Thursday that they would begin testing Pony.ai's Gen-7 robotaxis in London in the coming weeks. Read More Waymo locks in $5B loan from Blackstone, PIMCO to fuel robotaxi expansion: This is the first time the Alphabet-owned company has turned to debt financing. Read More Amazon unveils new Alexa tablets with Alexa+ and Google Play Store access: The lineup includes three models: Amazon Alexa Tablet 12 Pro, Amazon Alexa Tablet 11, and Amazon Alexa Tablet 8. Read More Microsoft releases new Nvidia-chip AI PCs with revamped Windows 11: Microsoft revealed the specs and price for its Surface Laptop Ultra, AI PCs that run on Nvidia chips that are designed to run AI models and agents. Read More A message from RoMADE FreeStep takes the surgeon's foot pedal off the floor Every operating room has a foot pedal surgeons must find while looking away from the patient. FreeStep, from Romania's MobilService, replaces it with a patented clip-on shoe sensor that tells a walking step from a deliberate command, wirelessly. Used in surgery by its co-inventor for years, it's raising $2.5M for FDA and CE approval. See FreeStep work Last but Not Least Last call to volunteer at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: TechCrunch Founder Summit is gearing up to return to Boston on November 4! We're doing a last call for exceptional volunteers to join us in bringing this event to life. If you've ever wondered about the inner workings of tech events, now's your chance to get involved. Volunteer spots are limited, so don't miss out! Apply before the October 19 deadline to be considered. As a volunteer, you'll gain exclusive access to the behind-the-scenes action, witnessing firsthand how these events are crafted. Plus, you'll receive a complimentary ticket to enjoy Founder Summit 2026 before or after your shift, along with a free pass to our flagship Disrupt event in San Francisco in 2027. Whether your ambitions lie in launching a startup, mastering marketing strategies, or coordinating remarkable events, this opportunity offers a unique insight into the world of startup events. And even after your volunteer duties, you'll have full access to the event's expert-led workshops, covering essential topics like user growth, fundraising, and brand development. With an anticipated attendance of approximately 1,100 people at Founder Summit, volunteers will play a crucial role in ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience for all attendees. Your tasks may include assisting with registration, coordinating speakers, guiding guests, scanning tickets, or aiding in event setup. Join us in making this event a success while gaining invaluable event management experience. 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ChatGPT is getting a lot more visual, with the launch of a new interface

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View this email online in your browser  October 07, 2026 TechCrunch Top 3 ChatGPT is getting a lot more visual, with the launch of a new interface: OpenAI is launching a new user interface that will bring interactive visuals to ChatGPT. Read More CIA officer admits to creating fake top secret government program to steal over $190M, including gold bars: CIA officer David Rush, who worked on highly sensitive intelligence programs, reached a plea deal with U.S. prosecutors after he was caught siphoning money and gold with a fake government contract. Read More Greenairy is building smart plant towers to clean the air in your office: As it turns out, the cure for stuffy, chemical-infused office air might be a tower of leafy greenery. Read More A message from Virginia Tech Open House - Reserve Your Spot Meet Us in Alexandria: M.Eng Open House, Oct. 8 Join Virginia Tech's Master of Engineering programs for an in-person Open House on Thursday, October 8, 6–8 PM, at Academic Building One in Alexandria. Meet faculty, current students, and advisors from Computer Science and Applications and Computer Engineering, tour the facilities, and learn about scholarships for Spring 2027. Space is limited. Book Now Our biggest event of the year is coming next week, and now's the time to lock in your ticket to learning how to build successfully in the AI era. You'll get expert insights from leaders from Anthropic, Nvidia, OpenAI, Google Cloud, and hundreds of other sessions across three days.  Save 50% on a second ticket, or if you've been laid off recently, get an Expo+ Pass for just $75. Register Now Afternoon Must-Reads Google's new SynthID website can identify AI-generated media: Google on Tuesday launched a new site that lets anyone verify whether a piece of media, be it an image, a video, or an audio clip, is generated using AI. Read More Another personal AI assistant has launched — Meet Tab, which emerged from stealth with a $300M valuation: A new personal AI assistant has arrived. Meet Tab, which announced Tuesday that it had officially emerged from stealth. Read More Microsoft releases new Nvidia-chip AI PCs with revamped Windows 11: Microsoft revealed the specs and price for its Surface Laptop Ultra, AI PCs that run on Nvidia chips that are designed to run AI models and agents. Read More SpaceX alumni nab $100M to rethink shipping with autonomous freight trains: Parallel Systems raised $100 million to scale production of its autonomous electric rail vehicle, which can shuttle thousands of pounds of freight up to 500 miles. Read More Nous Research confirms it hit $1.5B valuation, launches AI agents for business users: The developer of Hermes agent raised a $90 million Series B. Read More A message from RoMADE  Security guard firms still run on paper. Apseco fixes that Ghost shifts, uncovered posts, overtime that never reaches the invoice — most security guard companies still run on spreadsheets and WhatsApp. Apseco, from Romania, is one platform for scheduling, GPS-verified attendance and billing, configured around how each firm already works. Live today, seeking U.S. pilots and investors at Disrupt. See the platform Last but Not Least Bloom raises $3.6M to become the 'Alibaba' of American manufacturing: The Detroit startup has widened its scope beyond mobility to help drone and robotics companies find U.S.-based manufacturers, shippers, and more. Read More Check out some of our other newsletters: StrictlyVC TechCrunch Events TechCrunch Mobility Want to adjust your daily newsletter schedule? You can do it right here Got a tip? Get in touch securely. Want to advertise on TechCrunch? advertise@techcrunch.com Has this been forwarded to you? Click here to subscribe to this newsletter. Unsubscribe Member Center Privacy Policy Copyright © 2026 TechCrunch Media LLC 501 2nd Street, Suite 650, San Francisco, CA 94107