Microsoft unveils new custom chips: the Azure Boost DPU, its first data processing unit, and the Azure Integrated HSM, a new in-house cloud security chip (Kyle Wiggers/TechCrunch)

A suspected administrator of the Russian-language cybercrime forum XSS.is was arrested in Ukraine with assistance from French police and Europol, according to French prosecutors. Operating since 2013, XSS.is was a major hub for cybercrime, involved in organized extortion and generating over $7 million in illicit profits, leading to a judicial investigation initiated in November 2021. Want More Context? 🔎

Tesla's Expansion PlansTesla plans to expand its robotaxi service to cities in Florida, Nevada, Arizona, and California, while testing its Full Self-Driving technology in Europe and China. Elon Musk aims for 50% of the U.S. population to access robotaxis by year-end, despite regulatory hurdles and safety concerns related to the technology. Want More Context? 🔎

Ukrainian authorities arrested the suspected administrator of the Russian-language cybercrime forum XSS.is, which has been a major hub for global cybercrime since 2013, facilitating the sale of malware and stolen data. This operation, supported by French authorities and Europol, culminated after nearly four years of investigation, as announced by the Paris Prosecutor's Office. Want More Context? 🔎

The Trump administration released its AI Action Plan, marking a significant departure from President Biden’s cautious stance on AI risks. The new strategy emphasizes urgency, national sovereignty, and security, aiming to enhance competitiveness against China in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Want More Context? 🔎

Going Public Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 We recently launched the Going Public Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, designed to support founders from early traction to IPO. Today, we are thrilled to announce new additions to the agenda, featuring insights from notable speakers, including Eric . Want More Context? 🔎

Google has launched OSS Rebuild, a new initiative aimed at enhancing the security of open-source package ecosystems to prevent software supply chain attacks. Matthew Suozzo from Google Open Source Security stated that this initiative provides security teams with essential data to mitigate risks without adding extra burden on upstream maintainers. Want More Context? 🔎