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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

Discord Launches Algorithm-Based Age Verification Policy
Policy

Discord Launches Algorithm-Based Age Verification Policy

Discord introduces a revised age verification policy using algorithmic analysis to sort users into Adult or Teen groups, with privacy safeguards in place.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

6 min
How to Set Up 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound on Xbox Series X/S
Technology

How to Set Up 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound on Xbox Series X/S

A step-by-step guide to setting up 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound for Xbox Series X/S consoles, including HDMI 2.1 and Dolby Atmos requirements.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
DoorDash to Pay $131.5M to Settle NYC Wage Violations
Business

DoorDash to Pay $131.5M to Settle NYC Wage Violations

DoorDash agrees to pay $131.5 million to settle New York City's enforcement action over minimum wage violations and delivery worker compensation issues.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Anti-Aliasing in PC Games: Performance Trade-Offs Explained
Technology

Anti-Aliasing in PC Games: Performance Trade-Offs Explained

Learn how anti-aliasing methods like MSAA, FXAA, and TAA impact GPU performance and visual quality in PC games, and why it matters for founders.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Riot Games Delays League of Legends Team Voice Chat Over Quality Concerns
Technology

Riot Games Delays League of Legends Team Voice Chat Over Quality Concerns

Riot Games postpones the rollout of team voice chat in *League of Legends*, citing quality standards. No new timeline provided.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Apple CarPlay Gets Smarter with iOS 27 Updates and Faces $250M Settlement
Technology

Apple CarPlay Gets Smarter with iOS 27 Updates and Faces $250M Settlement

iOS 27 enhances Apple CarPlay with better customization, Siri integration, and focus modes. Plus, Apple settles a $250M lawsuit for iPhone buyers.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

6 min
Password Managers vs. Authenticator Apps: The 2FA Trade-Off for Founders
Technology

Password Managers vs. Authenticator Apps: The 2FA Trade-Off for Founders

Storing 2FA codes in password managers offers convenience but raises security risks. Learn the trade-offs and why a hybrid approach may work best for startups.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

6 min
Mistral AI Acquires Adtech Startup Pimento for Its Team
Business

Mistral AI Acquires Adtech Startup Pimento for Its Team

Mistral AI acquires Paris-based adtech startup Pimento for its team, marking its third acquisition of 2026. Deal value unconfirmed, future of Pimento’s ad tool unclear.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Meta Tests ‘Human Concierge’ for Muse AI Amid Privacy and Security Concerns
AI

Meta Tests ‘Human Concierge’ for Muse AI Amid Privacy and Security Concerns

Meta’s Muse AI agent is testing a human-backed concierge feature while addressing a zero-day vulnerability and privacy concerns. Here’s what founders need to know.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

7 min
FBI Investigates Alleged Breach by ShinyHunters
Technology

FBI Investigates Alleged Breach by ShinyHunters

The FBI is investigating claims that cybercriminal group ShinyHunters breached its jobs portal and stole sensitive data of agents and applicants.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Anthropic and OpenEvidence Partner to Bring Free Medical AI to 100 Countries
Technology

Anthropic and OpenEvidence Partner to Bring Free Medical AI to 100 Countries

Anthropic and OpenEvidence partner to provide free AI-powered clinical support for doctors in low- and middle-income countries, focusing on adaptation and equity.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

5 min
Spott Raises $21M to Scale AI Hiring Platform for Staffing Agencies
Funding

Spott Raises $21M to Scale AI Hiring Platform for Staffing Agencies

Spott, an AI-native recruitment management platform for staffing agencies, secures $21M in Series A funding led by Balderton Capital.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

3 min
Ande Raises $52M to Automate Corporate Entertainment Spending with AI
Funding

Ande Raises $52M to Automate Corporate Entertainment Spending with AI

Ande emerges from stealth with $52M in funding to automate corporate entertainment spending using AI agents. Over 60 companies use the platform.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

3 min
Morphotonics raises €40M+ to scale nanoimprint tech for smart glasses
Business

Morphotonics raises €40M+ to scale nanoimprint tech for smart glasses

Dutch startup Morphotonics secures €40M+ in Series B funding to expand mass production of light guides for smart glasses using nanoimprint lithography.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Angle Health Raises $200M in Series C, Valued at $2.7B
Funding

Angle Health Raises $200M in Series C, Valued at $2.7B

Angle Health raises $200M in Series C funding led by Vitruvian Partners, plans $400M tender offer, and serves 5,000+ employers with AI-driven benefits platforms.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 23, 2026

4 min
Scaling D2C Brands: Navigating Growth Without Losing Control
Business

Scaling D2C Brands: Navigating Growth Without Losing Control

Explore the roadmap for D2C brands scaling in 2026. Learn how to maintain control over SKU-level margins, inventory, and channel economics.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 8, 2026

4 min
Top D2C Programs by Inc42: Elevate Your Direct-to-Consumer Brand in 2026
Business

Top D2C Programs by Inc42: Elevate Your Direct-to-Consumer Brand in 2026

Discover the top D2C programs by Inc42 in 2026. Learn actionable insights from India's top D2C founders and experts to 10X your brand.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 8, 2026

3 min
Gold Price Drop in 2026: Latest Trends and Market Analysis
Business

Gold Price Drop in 2026: Latest Trends and Market Analysis

Discover the latest trends in gold prices in 2026. Understand the factors affecting gold market and get insights from top experts. Focus keyword: gold price drop.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 7, 2026

2 min
India's First Local MRI Scanner: Voxelgrids Innovations' Breakthrough
Technology

India's First Local MRI Scanner: Voxelgrids Innovations' Breakthrough

Discover Voxelgrids Innovations' breakthrough in MRI scanner technology, India's first local MRI scanner, and its impact on rural healthcare.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 7, 2026

2 min
Indian Stock Market Declines Amid US Inflation Concerns in 2026
Business

Indian Stock Market Declines Amid US Inflation Concerns in 2026

Indian stock market declines amid US inflation concerns in 2026. Sensex and Nifty fall sharply as global markets react to rising inflation fears.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 7, 2026

2 min
OpenAI's Call for AI Safety: Slowing Down Recursive Self-Improvement in 2026
Technology

OpenAI's Call for AI Safety: Slowing Down Recursive Self-Improvement in 2026

In 2026, OpenAI's chief scientist urges industry to slow AI's recursive self-improvement. Learn about the risks and safety measures needed to manage this transformative technology.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 7, 2026

3 min
AI Infrastructure Bottleneck: Dell's $95B Backlog in 2026
Technology

AI Infrastructure Bottleneck: Dell's $95B Backlog in 2026

Discover why Dell's $95 billion backlog in AI infrastructure orders highlights a growing bottleneck in 2026. Learn about the demand surge, supply chain challenges, and the future of AI.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 7, 2026

3 min
ChatGPT Ads Revolutionize Digital Marketing in India - 2026
Technology

ChatGPT Ads Revolutionize Digital Marketing in India - 2026

Discover how ChatGPT Ads launched in India in 2026 are revolutionizing digital marketing. Over 50 brands participated in the initial rollout, offering a new context-driven approach.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 7, 2026

3 min
AI's Impact on Job Markets: 2026 Shifts in Technology Employment
Technology

AI's Impact on Job Markets: 2026 Shifts in Technology Employment

Discover how AI is reshaping job markets in 2026. Learn about the shifts in technology employment, new job opportunities in manufacturing, and the importance of reskilling.

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Tarun Mottlia

Sep 7, 2026

3 min