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The browser wars are heating up again, this time with AI in the driver’s seat.  OpenAI just launched Atlas, a ChatGPT-powered browser that lets users surf the web using natural language and even includes an “agent mode” that can complete tasks autonomously. It’s one of the biggest browser launches in recent memory, but it’s debuting with an unsolved security flaw that could expose passwords, emails, and sensitive data.  On TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Max Zeff, Anthony Ha and Sean O’Kane break down Atlas’s debut, the broader wave of alternative browsers, and more of the week’s startup and tech news.  Listen to…

With TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 right around the corner, we’re thrilled to introduce the companies hosting Side Events that will extend the buzz and excitement to the thousands of attendees and Silicon Valley locals alike. Whether it’s a fun happy hour, insightful panels, or energizing morning runs, “Disrupt Week” — happening from October 25-31 — offers an exciting array of Side Events organized by a diverse group of participating companies. Scroll down to explore 50+ Side Events, built so you can connect with 10,000 Disrupt attendees and the rest of the Bay Area tech scene. Make sure to register for your…

With TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 in less than 3 days, we’re loading up Moscone West with 200+ can’t-miss sessions — including breakout sessions led by top leaders across the tech and startup ecosystem. Breakout sessions are tailored for hands-on learning and tactical takeaways. These first-come, first-served rooms put you shoulder-to-shoulder with operators, founders, and investors building what’s next. Don’t miss your chance to pocket ticket savings and join these breakouts! Register now to save up to $444 on your pass, and get 60% off a second before prices increase when event doors open on October 27. The complete Disrupt 2025 breakout…

Just 3 days until lift-off for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — and the Space Stage is ready to explore the future of space tech (and every other frontier of innovation). Space leaders Adam Maher (Ursa), Dr. Lucy Hoag (Violet Labs), and Dr. Debra L. Emmons (The Aerospace Corporation) will unpack how AI is transforming life in orbit. If you’re after insights, inspiration, and a front-row seat to what’s next, this is the room to be in. Save up to $444 on your pass before doors open on October 27 — plus, grab a guest pass for 60% off or get 15–30%…

Three days. That’s it. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — the startup world’s biggest stage — kicks off October 27 – 29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. When Disrupt 2025 arrives, the city doesn’t just host innovation — it amplifies it, transforming San Francisco into a living showcase of ideas, products, and partnerships driving the next wave of tech. Prices jump to the full rate when doors open, so this is your final chance to save up to $444 on your pass and bring a plus-one for 60% off. Got a whole team? Lock in our 15-30% group registration savings. The energy hits in 3… 2… 1… Three days is all that’s left until 10,000 founders, investors, and operators gather at…

Image: Getty Images/ For illustrative purposes The Ministry of Tourism has significantly raised fines for operating hospitality facilities without a valid license. Under the updated regulations that took effect Wednesday, October 22, the penalty for operating without a valid license has been increased to SAR250,000 in major cities and key tourism destinations, up from SAR50,000 previously. The move underscores the ministry’s commitment to ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting the kingdom’s tourism reputation. Read-Labour law overhaul: Saudi introduces penalties for violators in new sectors The new fines apply to first-tier cities such as Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, Jeddah, and Alkhobar, as well…

Image: Getty Images Shares of Capricorn Energy CNE.L jumped nearly 16 per cent on Friday after the oil and gas producer received $50m from Egypt’s state-owned petroleum corporation under a concession agreement. In May, Capricorn and Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) agreed to merge eight concessions in Egypt into a single deal under a joint venture with Cheiron Oil and Gas, boosting investments and production in the company’s core region. Capricorn’s accelerating cash collections from Egypt come as international oil firms operating in the country face lengthy delays in payments, with improved flows signalling the government’s efforts to clear arrears to energy companies.…

Image: Supplied Mantra Properties’ latest ultra-luxury project, Jacob & Co Residences, developed in partnership with the world-renowned watch and jewellery brand Jacob & Co, has achieved a record-breaking milestone — generating over Dhs300m in sales within just 12 hours of launch. The achievement marks a historic first for Al Marjan Island, establishing it as the fastest-selling project ever launched on the island. Valued at Dhs400m, the branded residence witnessed exceptional demand from investors and high-net-worth individuals, reflecting the UAE’s continued leadership in the branded real estate sector. More than 80 per cent of buyers were expatriate residents and international investors,…

Image credit: Getty Images The UAE Media Council has announced an extension of the eligibility period for social media content creators and advertisers to obtain ‘Advertiser Permits’ until January 31, 2026, reinforcing the country’s drive to strengthen and regulate the advertising sector. The initiative, first introduced in July 2025, has already seen remarkable uptake. By September 2025, the council had issued more than 1,800 permits to individuals and companies from 75 countries, signaling a strong global interest in the UAE’s structured approach to advertising content creation, the entity’s media report said. Read more-From Samsung to startups: Why UAE brands are…

Image: du Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du) reported a 14.6 per cent increase in net income and an 8 per cent rise in revenues for the first nine months of 2025, driven by continued operational discipline, strong commercial performance, and sustained growth across its mobile, fixed, and ICT segments. Revenue for the period reached Dhs 11.62bn, up from Dhs10.76bn a year earlier, while net profit rose to Dhs2.18 bn from Dhs1.90bn. EBITDA grew 12.5 per cent year-on-year to Dhs5.5bn, with a margin of 47.3 per cent, an improvement of 1.9 percentage points compared to the same period in 2024. For…