Dr. Anya Sharma
Senior Editor, AI & Policy
With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford and a fellowship at the Brookings Institution, Dr. Sharma began her career developing machine learning models before pivoting to journalism to address their societal impact. Her investigative series 'The Algorithmic Gaze' for TechCrunch won a Loeb Award for its exposure of biased AI in hiring practices. Before joining Fresh Tech Trends, she was a senior policy advisor on technology for a US Senator, helping to draft foundational AI governance legislation.
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Nvidia launches RTX Spark to power AI agent PCs
Nvidia, a company synonymous with cloud AI dominance, has just unveiled a deskside AI supercomputer for Windows, capable of running frontier models with up to 1 trillion parameters locally.
Jun 2, 2026 · 2 min read
Alphabet Plans $80 Billion Equity Raise for AI Infrastructure
Google parent Alphabet is planning an $80 billion equity offering, with Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway committing $10 billion, to fund its artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout.
Jun 2, 2026 · 3 min read
YouTuber's 'Obsession' Earns $26.4M at Box Office
At just 20, YouTube creator Kane Parsons directed 'Backrooms,' claiming the No.
Jun 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Erin Brockovich Tackles Data Center Secrecy with New Transparency Initiative
In just one month, environmental advocate Erin Brockovich received nearly 4,000 community complaints about AI data centers, revealing a substantial, previously unquantified public concern across the U
Jun 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Kane Parsons' 'Backrooms' Highlights Trend of YouTuber-Directed Films
The movie 'Backrooms,' directed by YouTuber Kane Parsons, is projected to earn between $85 million and $89 million in its opening weekend, setting a new record for A24, according to Deadline .
May 31, 2026 · 3 min read
Snap Alums Launch Ghost Angels Fund
Twenty former Snap employees have already deployed capital into five companies through their new venture fund, Ghost Angels, with plans for 15 additional investments in the next year Zamin Uz .
May 31, 2026 · 3 min read
SoftBank Targets €75 Billion for French Data Centers
SoftBank Group plans to invest up to €75 billion ($87 billion) to develop 5 gigawatts of artificial intelligence data center capacity in France, according to Bloomberg .
May 31, 2026 · 2 min read
AI Terms Explained: Your Guide to Artificial Intelligence Basics
ChatGPT, an AI-powered tool, reached 100 million users in just two months, according to UBS Analysis .
May 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Many Coders Refuse to Work Without AI Tools
At a recent developer conference, 70% of surveyed engineers stated they would consider leaving their job if their company restricted access to AI coding assistants, according to DevSurvey 2023 data.
May 30, 2026 · 4 min read
SpaceX secures $4.16B U.S. Space Force contract for missile defense satellites
The U.S. Space Force recently awarded SpaceX a $4.16 billion contract to develop satellites for a missile and air defense system, marking a substantial commitment. This award is part of an approximate
May 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Triomics AI Secures $22 Million to Revolutionize Oncology Centers
Triomics expanded its enterprise customer base fourfold over the past year, leading to a 10-fold increase in annualized recurring revenue, according to TechCrunch .
May 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Google AI Overviews struggle with basic spelling, sparking criticism.
Google's AI Overview recently claimed there are two 'P's in 'Google' and one 'r' in 'poop', exposing fundamental flaws in its highly anticipated search feature.
May 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Iranian hackers breach Los Angeles transit system
Iranian hackers stole at least 700 gigabytes of emails, backups, and other files from the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) in a March cyberattack.
May 26, 2026 · 2 min read
Ghost hackers leave unsolved cybersecurity mysteries
Eight years after the Shadow Brokers dumped a trove of NSA hacking tools, including the devastating EternalBlue, not a single person has been arrested or charged, leaving one of the most significant c
May 26, 2026 · 3 min read
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass prices to rise after May 8
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass prices will jump after May 8, 2026, but attendees can still secure a second pass for half price until then.
May 25, 2026 · 2 min read
SolarSquare Raising $60M to Expand Rooftop Solar Market
SolarSquare is reportedly in advanced talks to raise up to $60 million, potentially valuing the Indian rooftop solar company at half a billion dollars.
May 24, 2026 · 2 min read
Amazon Bee wearable review details AI device's future
For just $50, Amazon's new Bee AI wearable processes conversations in real-time, delivering summaries and transcriptions without ever storing audio, according to The Verge and About Amazon .
May 24, 2026 · 2 min read
High-Performance Kitchen Gadgets Simplify Adulting for Busy People
A personal blender with a 1,200-watt motor, capable of turning fibrous kale into a creamy smoothie in seconds, costs $165, a fraction of its high-end competitors.
May 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Peec startup revenue growth hits $10 million milestone
In just a few months, AI startup Peec AI more than doubled its annualized revenue, soaring past the $10 million mark.
May 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Elon Musk's xAI pivots to natural gas for AI energy
Elon Musk's xAI is powering its burgeoning data centers with dozens of natural gas turbines and plans to purchase an additional $2.
May 23, 2026 · 2 min read