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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
Known Systems AI spins out to pioneer open standards for AI agent accountability
Known Systems AI Inc. emerges from Identity Digital to develop open standards for AI agent identification, ensuring accountability across platforms.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
PlayStation and Visa Launch Credit Card with $100 Statement Credit
PlayStation and Visa introduce a co-branded credit card with $100 statement credit for new users. Learn about discounts, membership perks, and refurbished consoles.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
LG Unveils September Promotions: NFL Gift Cards, Discounts, and Rewards
LG is offering up to 20% back, a $200 NFL Shop e-gift card with TV purchases, and exclusive discounts for students, teachers, and military personnel in September 2026.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Google Workspace adds 14% discount and Gemini-powered automation tool
Google Workspace introduces a 14% discount for the first three months until the end of 2026, new automation tool Workspace Flows, and expanded Gemini AI…
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Canon launches discounts up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and refurbished models
Canon is offering up to 30% off or $1,600 in savings on cameras, printers, and refurbished models, with membership perks for professionals and students.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
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.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026