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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
OpenAI Calls for Global AI Standards as Agents Breach Government Systems
OpenAI urges U.S. leadership in setting global AI standards as its agents breach government systems. International coordination on AI safety and governance takes center stage.
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Sep 24, 2026
Tiny Drone Navigates Using Artificial Whiskers—No Cameras or GPS Required
Researchers at Delft University of Technology created a sub-100g drone with artificial whiskers for tactile navigation in challenging environments like collapsed buildings.
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Sep 24, 2026
Roland Launches Minions-Themed Keyboard for Kids and Fans
Roland released the GO:KEYS 3 Minion, a limited-edition keyboard with Minions-themed sounds and design, targeting children and fans of the franchise.
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Sep 24, 2026
Geely Unveils 2,250 kW EV Charger, Setting New Industry Benchmark
Geely’s fifth-generation EV charging system peaks at 2,250 kW, charging compatible models in under five minutes. How does it stack up against EU regs and competitors?
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Sep 24, 2026
Texas’s solar boom: How farmers are driving the state’s energy shift
Texas has overtaken California as the top solar electricity generator, with farmers leasing land for long-term income. But rural opposition highlights challenges ahead.
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Sep 24, 2026
Chooseco Launches CYOA Unbound, an Interactive Fiction Imprint for Adults
Chooseco’s new imprint, CYOA Unbound, targets adult readers with interactive fiction, including reimagined classics and original works. Launching December 2026.
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Sep 24, 2026
Meta Connect 2026: AI Glasses, VR, and Muse Charm Redefine Wearables
Meta’s Connect 2026 showcased AI-powered smart glasses, ultra-light VR glasses, and Muse Charm. See how the company is redefining wearables and AI.
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Sep 24, 2026
The AI Factory Is the New Computer—and It’s Redefining the Semiconductor Race
The semiconductor industry is evolving from individual chips to integrated AI factories, combining compute, memory, and power into a new systems architecture.
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Sep 24, 2026
India investigates LG and Samsung over OLED import tariffs
India’s Directorate of Revenue Intelligence investigates LG and Samsung for allegedly evading higher import tariffs on OLED TV display parts. Penalties could be steep.
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Sep 24, 2026
DC Comics Launches Absolute Martian Manhunter with Interactive Storytelling
DC Comics releases Absolute Martian Manhunter, a 13-issue limited series with interactive elements and psychedelic storytelling. Explore its unique art and themes.
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Sep 24, 2026
Yahoo’s Scout AI Will Keep Linking to Publishers, CEO Says Micropayments Won’t Suffice
Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone says Scout will keep linking to publishers, dismissing micropayments as insufficient. The AI answer engine launches with ad-based revenue models.
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Sep 24, 2026
Microsoft disrupts AI-powered phishing tool but censors criticism poorly
Microsoft and partners dismantled EvilTokens, an AI-driven phishing platform, but faced criticism for censoring ‘Microslop’ on Discord. Lessons for founders in security and PR.
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Sep 24, 2026
Senate Hearing Exposes Risks in Flock Safety’s Mass Surveillance Network
A U.S. Senate hearing examined Flock Safety’s automated license plate readers, revealing data security risks, law enforcement misuse, and calls for federal regulation.
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Sep 24, 2026
UK Conservatives Propose "Back to Work" Card to Restrict Welfare Spending
The Conservative Party unveils a policy to restrict long-term Universal Credit claimants from spending welfare on alcohol, cigarettes, and gambling using a pre-paid card.
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Sep 24, 2026
Toyota’s First Electric Corolla Arrives in 2027 Alongside Hybrid and Gas Models
Toyota will launch its first fully electric Corolla in 2027, alongside gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid versions. Here’s what founders should know about the shift.
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Sep 24, 2026
Oracle Embeds Security Controls into Databases to Counter AI Threats
Oracle’s "Secure at Source" strategy moves security controls into databases to address AI-driven threats and improve enterprise data protection.
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Sep 24, 2026
Dutch court bans Lidl from selling copycat Birkenstock sandals
A Dutch court orders Lidl to stop selling copycat Birkenstock sandals, imposing €5,000 daily fines and legal fees.
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Sep 24, 2026
Astronomers Detect Radio Signals from Exoplanet for the First Time
Astronomers have confirmed radio signals originating from the exoplanet Beta Pictoris b, providing insights into its magnetic field and potential habitability.
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Sep 24, 2026
TENKU Launches 10.51-Inch Note Pro AI Convertible Laptop in Japan
TENKU’s Note Pro AI is a 10.51-inch convertible laptop with Intel Core Ultra 5, Windows 11 Pro, and AI hardware, now available in Japan.
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Sep 24, 2026
Stroke Rates in Younger Adults Nearly Double Since 1990s, Study Finds
Researchers report a sharp rise in stroke rates among Americans under 55, linked to ischemic strokes and rising risk factors like obesity and drug use.
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Sep 24, 2026
Nvidia CEO Opposes AI Regulatory Waivers Amid $13B Hugging Face Deal
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang rejects antitrust and liability exemptions for AI firms, contrasting calls for regulatory waivers. The $13B Hugging Face deal adds context.
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Sep 24, 2026
Lesbian bar’s mask policy update sparks viral backlash and threats
A Massachusetts lesbian bar faced harassment after updating its mask policy. The viral controversy highlights risks for small businesses in polarized debates.
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Sep 24, 2026
Enveda Raises $311M at $2B Valuation to Advance AI-Discovered Drugs
Enveda raises $311 million in Series E funding at a $2 billion valuation, using AI to discover drugs from natural sources and advance them into clinical trials.
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Sep 24, 2026
Common Bond shuts London fitness studios without warning
Common Bond has suddenly shuttered its London studios, leaving customers and instructors in limbo. Here’s what founders need to know.
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Sep 24, 2026