The first day of TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 showcases significant industry evolution beyond typical startup hype. Space commercialization, AI infrastructure, and changing exit strategies dominate the conversation among 10,000 attendees.
Researchers have developed a machine learning system that classifies students into behavioral categories for targeted interventions. The approach combines questionnaires with advanced AI techniques, but raises important questions about educational privacy and effectiveness.
Breakthrough research provides engineering guidance for protecting conveyor systems from extreme wind events. The study reveals critical spacing requirements and aerodynamic vulnerabilities that could prevent catastrophic industrial failures.
Researchers have developed a hydrogel that defies traditional material trade-offs, offering both extreme stretchability and remarkable strength. This breakthrough could transform wearable electronics and medical devices. The material’s unique properties stem from innovative molecular engineering.
Large language models demonstrate inconsistent performance in personalized health interventions according to new research. While safety scores remain high, accuracy varies significantly across different medical conditions and patient demographics.
Private equity giants Apollo and KKR are injecting $7 billion into Keurig Dr Pepper to support its controversial acquisition of JDE Peet’s and subsequent split. This strategic move aims to fend off activist investors while reshaping the beverage landscape.
A Samsung Galaxy S25+ reportedly caught fire in South Korea after failing to charge properly. The incident raises questions about smartphone safety protocols and battery technology reliability in next-generation devices.
Nanopore sequencing technology is emerging as a game-changer in antimicrobial resistance research. Its ability to generate ultra-long reads in real-time enables unprecedented insights into complex genetic structures driving bacterial resistance.
Groundbreaking research reveals how brain activity and structure evolve during adolescence to drive cognitive improvements. The study provides unprecedented insights into neural development patterns that could transform our understanding of brain maturation.
Next-generation geothermal is adapting fracking technology to tap vast underground heat resources nationwide. This emerging clean energy source could follow solar’s growth trajectory, but significant hurdles remain.
