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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
MIT Technology Review’s 2026 Climate Tech Companies to Watch Reveal Global Shifts
MIT Technology Review’s 2026 list of Climate Tech Companies to Watch features 10 innovative companies addressing energy storage, nuclear power, and climate…
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Late-Night Hosts Satirize White House Ballroom Tour and Passport Launch
Late-night hosts critique Trump’s White House ballroom tour during Xi Jinping’s visit and the theatrical launch of America.gov’s online passport process.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Jimmy Kimmel Evicts Matt Damon from Show—Who Leaves with Kimmel’s Family
Jimmy Kimmel interrupted his monologue to evict Matt Damon from his show, escalating their long-running comedic rivalry. Damon left with Kimmel’s family in tow.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Africa’s AI Problem: Compute Scarcity, Not Talent
Africa’s AI ecosystem struggles with compute infrastructure shortages, forcing startups to adapt products to limitations. Can local solutions bridge the gap?
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Jon Stewart Uses Old Footage to Critique Trump-Xi Meeting
Jon Stewart used archival footage to question Donald Trump’s meeting with Chinese president Xi Jinping, highlighting contradictions in U.S.-China policy.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
AI adoption surges in finance teams—but spreadsheets refuse to die
A CFO Connect survey finds 67% of finance teams use AI tools, yet 80% still rely on spreadsheets for planning. How are teams balancing old and new?
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Samsung and Affiliates Invest $1B in KKR-Backed AI Data Center Firm Helix
Samsung and five affiliates invest $1 billion in Helix Digital Infrastructure, a KKR-backed firm building AI data centers. Focus on energy, construction, and end-to-end solutions.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Protego Ventures closes $125M debut fund for defense tech startups
Protego Ventures, an Israeli VC firm led by Lital Leshem and Lee Moser, has closed its $125M debut fund to invest in defense tech startups. Here’s what it means for founders.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
EU AI Act: Why Most Firms Aren’t Ready for Compliance
The EU AI Act introduces strict transparency requirements for AI-driven communications. Learn why organizations struggle with compliance and how to avoid hefty fines.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Dakota Johnson’s Deadpan Humor Takes Center Stage on BBC Radio One
Dakota Johnson joins Greg James on BBC Radio One’s Unpopular Opinion, reacting to unusual caller opinions with deadpan wit and unscripted charm.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
WIRED’s 2026 Gift Guide: 19 Gifts for Plant Lovers and Gardeners
Explore WIRED’s curated 2026 gift guide for plant enthusiasts, featuring smart planters, hydroponic gardens, and unique plant-care tools for home gardeners.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Financial Freedom Bundle Launches at $69.99 With AI Tools and Education
Lifetime access to Sterling Stock Picker and PRO$PER financial education platform for $69.99. Includes AI assistant, 12+ courses, and real-time portfolio insights.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
TikTok Cracks Down on "Screentime to Cash" Scams as GPT Apps Raise Red Flags
TikTok clarifies it does not pay users to watch videos, as deceptive ads for third-party GPT apps like Playful Rewards raise scam and data privacy concerns.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: Fan Deals and Tech Discounts Heat Up for 2026
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days (Oct 6–7) offers discounts on fans, tech, and appliances ahead of Australia’s scorching summer. Early deals include Bose, AirPods Pro 3, and Echo Dot.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
YouTube’s Mukbang Crackdown: Creators Delete Videos Over Ad Revenue Fears
YouTube’s policy on eating-disorder content is causing mukbang creators to self-censor and delete videos due to monetization suspensions and unclear guidelines.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Lloyds Bank Launches 'Get Paid' Tool to Tackle Late Payments for UK SMBs
Lloyds Bank introduces 'Get Paid,' a free invoicing and payment tool for UK small businesses to reduce admin and late payments. Powered by BankiFi.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
UK SMBs face confidence crisis in tech adoption, risking competitive edge
Over a third of UK SMBs lack confidence in adopting new technologies, risking competitiveness. AI tools like Copilot are in use, but broader innovation remains stalled.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Dyson Launches Plum and Copper Hair Stylers and R1 Robot Vacuum
Dyson launches a limited-edition Plum and Copper colorway for its hair stylers and introduces the R1 Nurovi Dry, a vacuum-only robot vacuum with 21,000Pa suction.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
TikTok Launches New Monetization Tools for Creators
TikTok introduces TikTok One, TikTok One Plus, and TikTok One Pay to simplify brand collaborations and payments for creators. Eight revenue streams now available.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
UK state pension triple lock faces rising costs and tax questions
The UK’s state pension triple lock faces scrutiny as costs rise to £15.5bn by 2030. Could reforms or tax changes reshape pensioner incomes?
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Google appeals EU orders, AI safety accord signed, and California bans robo-bosses
Google challenges EU data-sharing orders, France seeks to use Google’s fines for EU budget relief, major tech CEOs sign AI safety accord, and California enacts…
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Soneium and DayOneDream partner to tokenize K-pop IP onchain
Soneium and DayOneDream have teamed up to tokenize K-pop intellectual property onchain, aiming to create new financial opportunities for fans and IP owners.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Hausla Empowered Season 2 Showcases Four Startups Tackling Real-World Challenges
Kotak Mahindra Bank’s Hausla Empowered Season 2 features four startups from its Kotak BizLabs accelerator solving real-world problems. Now streaming on MX Player and Prime Video.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026
Shrewsbury Food Hub Secures £60K Grant to Combat Food Waste
Shrewsbury Food Hub receives £60,000 from Shrewsbury Town Council to support operations and redistribute surplus food amid the cost of living crisis.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 29, 2026