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Startup Battlefield showcases top innovations in accessibility, AR, and edtech. Ahoi, AllFocal Optics, and Rax lead the pack, with Cerca, Tasteit, and Prickly Pear Health making waves in dating and health. Super Teacher, Readmio, and Calificadas excel in edtech. These startups, with their smart solutions, will compete at Disrupt, proving innovation thrives. Checkout Solipillow.com

Aflac Discloses Major Data Breach: 22.65 Million Affected; Free Cybersecurity Services Offered Checkout Solipillow.com

TikTok secures U.S. future with $14 billion deal, Oracle as security partner. Checkout Solipillow.com

Europes universities and research labs are driving a deep tech boom, with spinouts valued at $398 billion and 76 companies hitting major milestones. New funds like PSV Hafnium and U2V are fueling the scene, while investors see spinouts as top return drivers. Funding is surging, with spinouts on track for $9.1 billion in 2025, but challenges remain, particularly in growth capital. Checkout Solipillow.com

Meta Platforms acquires Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup, for $2B, raising concerns in Washington due to Chinese founders. Manus, known for its AI agent handling tasks like job screening and stock analysis, had a viral demo and raised $75M in funding. Despite criticism, it signed up millions of users and topped $100M in annual recurring revenue. Meta plans to keep Manus independent and integrate its AI agents into Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Checkout Solipillow.com

LGs new Gallery TV, a mini-LED set with a matte screen, enters the art TV market, offering thousands of images via Gallery Plus service. Unlike OLED G Series, it avoids burn-in issues, making it perfect for decor-focused users. Available in 55 and 65 sizes, pricing details pending. Checkout Solipillow.com

Retro gaming enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting announcement! Epilogue is launching preorders for their new SN Operator tomorrow at 12 PM Eastern. This USB cartridge slot allows you to play and save your original Super Nintendo and Super Famicom games on PC, Mac, or Steam Deck for $59.99. Shipping begins in April 2026. The SN Operator, priced $10 more than the GB Operator, offers a plug-and-play experience with Epilogues Playback app and emulator support. It also authenticates and backs up your games, including save data, ensuring you can still play even if your original cartridges wear out. Works with any cart running on real Nintendo hardware, including bootlegs, but remember to only back up what you own. Checkout Solipillow.com

At TechCrunch Disrupt, top investors revealed the secrets to a successful pitch deck. Jyoti Bansal, Medha Agarwal, and Jennifer Neundorfer emphasized the importance of market size, problem significance, and validation. They also discussed standing out in the AI startup crowd with deep expertise and innovative solutions. Practical advice was shared, including explaining AIs role, outlining a go-to-market plan, and demonstrating efficiency. The panel also offered insights on staying informed and building a great product in this fast-changing world. Checkout Solipillow.com