Skip to content

Tarun Mottlia — page 11

Editor, LazyFounders

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

Hostinger Slashes Web Hosting Prices by Up to 79% for September 2026
Technology

Hostinger Slashes Web Hosting Prices by Up to 79% for September 2026

Hostinger launches discounts up to 79% on web hosting plans for September 2026, featuring AI tools, student discounts, and e-commerce solutions.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
LG Launches September Promotions: Discounts, Rewards, and Gift Cards
Business

LG Launches September Promotions: Discounts, Rewards, and Gift Cards

LG is offering up to 20% back, a $200 NFL gift card with TV purchases, and exclusive discounts for students, military, and first responders. Here’s what founders need to know.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Hotels.com Rolls Out Discounts for 2026: Membership Perks and Last-Minute Deals
Business

Hotels.com Rolls Out Discounts for 2026: Membership Perks and Last-Minute Deals

Hotels.com is offering up to 30% off hotels, 10% off gift cards, and discounts on car rentals and Mexico vacations. Here’s what founders can learn.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Google Workspace Adds Discounts, New AI Tools, and Automation Features
Technology

Google Workspace Adds Discounts, New AI Tools, and Automation Features

Google is offering 14% off Workspace plans for the first three months until 2026. Compare storage, Gemini AI access, and new automation tools.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Nike Rolls Out Discounts and New Collections Amid Strategic Reset
Business

Nike Rolls Out Discounts and New Collections Amid Strategic Reset

Nike is offering up to 30% off in September 2026, alongside new collections and targeted discounts. How the brand is rebuilding after a challenging 2024.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Canon Rolls Out Discounts and Membership Perks for Cameras and Printers
Product

Canon Rolls Out Discounts and Membership Perks for Cameras and Printers

Canon is offering discounts up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and refurbished models, along with membership perks for professionals and students.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
How Uber Eats Uses Discounts, Memberships, and Perks to Win Customers
Business

How Uber Eats Uses Discounts, Memberships, and Perks to Win Customers

Uber Eats offers first-order discounts, Uber One membership perks, student deals, and gift cards. Here’s how founders can apply these tactics.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Kiwibit’s Feeder 2 Pro Launches with 4K HDR—but Buggy AI and Subscriptions Raise Questions
Technology

Kiwibit’s Feeder 2 Pro Launches with 4K HDR—but Buggy AI and Subscriptions Raise Questions

Kiwibit’s Feeder 2 Pro offers 4K HDR video and AI bird ID, but its subscription model and usability issues may limit its appeal.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
AI border surveillance fails to prevent migrant deaths
Policy

AI border surveillance fails to prevent migrant deaths

An investigation reveals how AI-equipped surveillance towers at the U.S.-Mexico border have failed to prevent hundreds of migrant deaths, despite billion-dollar investments.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

7 min
Investigation Maps Nearly 4,000 Migrant Deaths Near Border Surveillance Towers
Policy

Investigation Maps Nearly 4,000 Migrant Deaths Near Border Surveillance Towers

A 15-month investigation by MIT Technology Review reveals gaps in data, transparency, and surveillance technology at the US-Mexico border.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

6 min
AI Hype Meets Reality: Debunking Claims, Privacy Risks, and Geopolitical Rivalry
AI

AI Hype Meets Reality: Debunking Claims, Privacy Risks, and Geopolitical Rivalry

Experts challenge AI breakthrough claims by Anthropic and OpenAI. Smart glasses spark privacy concerns in India, while the US and China compete for AI supremacy.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

8 min
The US Border’s Virtual Wall: Billions Spent, Thousands Dead, and AI Failures Exposed
Technology

The US Border’s Virtual Wall: Billions Spent, Thousands Dead, and AI Failures Exposed

MIT Technology Review exposes systemic flaws in the US border surveillance system, including AI failures and lack of accountability, despite $1B+ in funding.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

6 min
Smart Glasses Spark Privacy Crisis in India
Technology

Smart Glasses Spark Privacy Crisis in India

Smart glasses like Meta’s are enabling nonconsensual recordings in India, leading to harassment and abuse. Experts warn of growing privacy risks as cheaper devices hit the market.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

6 min
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to Teens as Young as 13 in Nashville
Technology

Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to Teens as Young as 13 in Nashville

Waymo is now allowing teenagers aged 13+ to use its robotaxi service in Nashville, marking a new phase in its expansion strategy and ridership growth.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Snorkel AI Raises $350M at $3.5B Valuation on Data-as-a-Service Growth
Funding

Snorkel AI Raises $350M at $3.5B Valuation on Data-as-a-Service Growth

Snorkel AI secures $350 million in Series E funding, tripling its valuation to $3.5 billion. The startup’s data-as-a-service model fuels rapid revenue growth.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: What Startups Need to Know
Business

TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: What Startups Need to Know

TechCrunch’s Founder Summit in Boston (November 4) brings together top VCs and founders to discuss fundraising, hiring, AI, and startup growth. Learn what’s on the agenda.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Andreessen Horowitz Launches $42M Academy for Teen Founders
Business

Andreessen Horowitz Launches $42M Academy for Teen Founders

Andreessen Horowitz launches The Horowitz Andreessen Academy, a for-profit alternative to college for teens. Backed by $42M, the program starts in 2027 with tech industry support.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Trump weighs diesel export ban to cut fuel prices—industry warns of global fallout
Business

Trump weighs diesel export ban to cut fuel prices—industry warns of global fallout

President Trump’s potential diesel export ban aims to lower U.S. fuel prices, but experts warn of global supply disruptions and long-term costs. What founders need to know.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

6 min
Trump Considers Scott Bessent as 'AI Czar' Amid AI Policy Push
AI

Trump Considers Scott Bessent as 'AI Czar' Amid AI Policy Push

President Trump is evaluating Scott Bessent for the role of 'AI Czar,' signaling a push to centralize AI policy and safety. What this means for startups and tech founders.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Meta Rolls Back Human-Assisted AI Calls After Racist Incident and Privacy Concerns
AI

Meta Rolls Back Human-Assisted AI Calls After Racist Incident and Privacy Concerns

Meta’s Muse AI platform, a top iOS app, rolled back its human-assisted calling feature after contractors were accused of misconduct and privacy risks emerged.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Apple’s 2026 iPhone Lineup Launches Amid RAM Shortage
Technology

Apple’s 2026 iPhone Lineup Launches Amid RAM Shortage

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and foldable Duo debut in 2026 as RAM shortages drive up smartphone prices. Key insights for founders and operators.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
NASA’s Artemis III Mission Delayed, Redesigned for Earth Orbit Tests
Technology

NASA’s Artemis III Mission Delayed, Redesigned for Earth Orbit Tests

NASA’s Artemis III mission is three months behind schedule, with a redesigned focus on Earth orbit docking tests and a future moon base at the lunar south pole.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
5 Essential Boox E-Reader Settings to Customize Your Device
Technology

5 Essential Boox E-Reader Settings to Customize Your Device

Boox e-readers offer Android-powered customization beyond Kindle or Kobo. Learn how to optimize navigation, gestures, and display settings for a better reading experience.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

3 min
Amazon’s October Prime Day 2026: Early deals on home improvement and smart home gear
Product

Amazon’s October Prime Day 2026: Early deals on home improvement and smart home gear

Amazon’s October Prime Day 2026 is offering early discounts on tools, outdoor power equipment, and smart home devices. See the best deals and what they mean for founders.

TM

Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min