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Tarun Mottlia edits LazyFounders, covering Indian startups, funding rounds, AI and product launches. Every story on the site is AI-assisted and checked against its cited sources before publication.
Stories by Tarun Mottlia
DoorDash Launches AI Agent for Food Orders via Text, Faces EU Regulatory Hurdles
DoorDash’s new AI agent lets users order food via text in Apple’s Messages app but faces potential regulatory issues in Europe due to pricing errors and AI transparency laws.
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Oct 1, 2026
ElevenLabs opens Brussels office, plans to triple Belgian team
ElevenLabs opens a Brussels office, hiring for sales, tech, and marketing roles while leveraging Belgium’s multilingual talent to grow its AI voice tools.
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Oct 1, 2026
UK volunteer group bakes free birthday cakes for children in need
Free Cakes for Kids Fareham and Gosport provides birthday cakes to children from families facing financial hardship. Demand is rising, and volunteers are needed.
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Oct 1, 2026
PrivadoVPN offers cheapest access to BBC iPlayer for travelers
PrivadoVPN offers the cheapest solution to stream BBC iPlayer and UK content while traveling, priced at $1.11/month. TechRadar recommends it for affordability and performance.
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Oct 1, 2026
Airbnb introduces AI search and social features to redefine travel planning
Airbnb introduces AI-driven search, dynamic filters, and social features to enhance travel discovery. Expanded services include meal delivery and gear rentals.
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Oct 1, 2026
Samsung Unveils Halloween Hub, SmartTag 3, and Galaxy Tab S12 Lineup
Samsung TV Plus introduces House of Hallows, a free Halloween hub. SmartTag 3 debuts with improved tracking, and Galaxy Tab S12+ and Ultra launch with incremental upgrades.
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Oct 1, 2026
Singapore man charged for AI-generated crocodile image, faces 10 years in jail
A 30-year-old man in Singapore faces up to 10 years in jail for sharing an AI-generated image of a crocodile, leading to a reservoir closure and police warnings.
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Oct 1, 2026
Greggs to cut 740 jobs as it closes four factories in UK restructuring
Greggs plans to close four factories and cut 740 jobs over the next two-and-a-half years to improve efficiency and save £20m by 2028-2029.
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Oct 1, 2026
iFi and Questyle launch USB-C Bluetooth dongles to boost audio quality
iFi and Questyle released new USB-C Bluetooth dongles to enhance audio quality, reduce latency, and support advanced codecs like LDAC and aptX. Prices start at $59.
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Oct 1, 2026
WIRED Reviews the Best Kids’ Mattresses: What Parents Should Watch For
WIRED evaluates six top kids’ mattresses, focusing on durability, comfort, and parental observations. Here’s what to consider when choosing a mattress for your child.
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Oct 1, 2026
UK energy bills forecast to rise 16% in January 2025
UK household energy bills are forecast to jump £276 (16%) in January 2025, the biggest rise in four years. Startups face higher data-centre and logistics costs.
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Oct 1, 2026
India’s E-Commerce Shift: The Next Battle Is for Access, Not Discovery
India’s $60B e-retail market is pivoting to affordability and convenience for Tier II cities. The next commerce battle focuses on access, not discovery.
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Oct 1, 2026
Opera launches free eSIM with 3GB of 5G data in Android browser
Opera’s Android browser now includes a free eSIM with 3GB of 5G data for travelers in 47 countries. Requires Android 10+ and eSIM-compatible phone.
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Oct 1, 2026
NYT Strands, Connections, and Pips: A Look at the Latest Daily Puzzles
The New York Times releases new games like Strands and Pips, offering daily puzzles with themes and spangrams. See hints, answers, and gameplay details.
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Oct 1, 2026
White House Prepares for Midterm Losses as Legal and Policy Strategies Shift
Trump’s team seeks foreign policy wins and legal protections as approval ratings hit historic lows ahead of US midterm elections.
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Oct 1, 2026
Bambu Lab Launches Halloween Sale with Up to 30% Off on 3D Printers and Supplies
Bambu Lab’s Halloween Sale offers discounts on 3D printers, filaments, and bundles. Discover top models like the A1 Mini, P1S, and H2D AMS Combo.
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Oct 1, 2026
Nissan Pivots to Hybrids, Scales Back EV Ambitions in the Americas
Nissan is prioritizing hybrids and extended-range models in North and Latin America by 2030, investing £170M in its Sunderland plant while shelving electric vehicle plans.
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Oct 1, 2026
Reddit to shut down RSS feeds and public API access, citing AI scraping concerns
Reddit will shut down RSS feeds on November 13, 2026, and end public API access by March 2027, attributing the changes to AI-driven scraping and abuse.
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Oct 1, 2026
Consumer AI’s harsh economics force pivot to enterprise as Threads revives Black Twitter
Consumer AI products like Meta’s Muse and OpenAI’s Dots are popular but face harsh economics. Meanwhile, Threads is becoming the new hub for Black Twitter’s cultural influence.
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Oct 1, 2026
5 Lessons from Morgan Housel: Why Wealth Is About Behavior, Not Just Income
Morgan Housel’s The Psychology of Money reveals how behavior, not just income, shapes financial success. Learn key lessons on saving, patience, and defining wealth.
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Oct 1, 2026
PixelLeak: AI Agents Exposed 13,000 Sensitive Screenshots on GitHub
AI coding agents inadvertently leaked over 13,000 sensitive screenshots to public GitHub repositories, affecting 343 organizations. Here’s what founders need to know.
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Oct 1, 2026
ASK Investment Managers acquires SageOne for ₹2,000 crore to expand equity capabilities
ASK Investment Managers, backed by Blackstone, will acquire SageOne Investment Managers for ₹2,000 crore ($200M), creating a combined AUM of ₹85,000 crore.
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Oct 1, 2026
Charter Space raises $5M to expand insurance for the commercial space economy
California-based Charter Space secures $5 million in seed funding to grow its nationally-licensed insurance brokerage for the commercial space and defense sectors.
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Oct 1, 2026
US carriers block more business SMS in 2026: 3 rules to stay compliant
US carriers blocked more business SMS in 2026. Learn the 3 critical practices to ensure deliverability
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Oct 1, 2026