Startups & TechnologyFinal Call for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Side Event Applications
TechCrunch has extended the deadline for organizations to apply to host a side event during Disrupt 2026 until 11:59 p.m. PT tonight, September 8. This marks the final opportunity for companies to secure a spot in the official program before the application window closes permanently.
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Abdul El-Sayed turns inflation into a game show to target Trump policies
With a hand-drawn dollar sign and a mock game show format, Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is highlighting the rising cost of household goods. He argues that President Trump’s trade wars and military actions are directly inflating prices for everyday items like detergent, coffee, and toilet paper across the state.
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Abu Dhabi Global Market Posts 54 Percent Surge in Assets Under Management
A 54 percent year-on-year jump in assets under management has cemented Abu Dhabi Global Market’s status as a primary financial anchor in the Middle East. Despite regional geopolitical friction, the hub’s expansion underscores a broader shift as global firms accelerate their footprint within the United Arab Emirates’ financial ecosystem.