TechCrunch Week in Review Highlights AI, Apple WWDC, and Industry Moves

Welcome to this week’s TechCrunch Week in Review, where we unpack the most impactful stories shaping the tech world. From AI platform politics to major product launches and industry funding rounds, there’s plenty to dive into.

Anthropic Cuts Windsurf Access Amid OpenAI Rumors

Anthropic’s Chief Science Officer Jared Kaplan explained the company’s decision to revoke Windsurf’s access to its Claude AI model. The rationale? It would be unusual to sell Claude to OpenAI, a direct competitor rumored to be acquiring the AI coding assistant Windsurf. This move highlights the competitive tensions in the AI ecosystem as companies protect proprietary technology.

AI Model Updates and Speculation on Data Sources

Chinese AI lab DeepSeek released an updated R1 reasoning model that performs well on math and coding benchmarks. Interestingly, some researchers speculate that DeepSeek’s training data may include content from Google’s Gemini AI family, raising questions about data sourcing and AI development practices.

Apple WWDC 2025: What to Expect

Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off Monday with anticipated announcements including a redesigned operating system, a dedicated gaming app, and updates across Mac, Watch, and TV platforms. Developers and users alike eagerly await innovations that could reshape Apple’s ecosystem.

ChatGPT Expands Business Features with Cloud Connectors

ChatGPT now integrates with popular cloud storage services like Dropbox, Box, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Google Drive. This enhancement allows business users to query their own data across platforms, improving productivity and enabling smarter workflows with AI assistance tailored to enterprise needs.

Security Incident Hits Indian Grocery Startup KiranaPro

KiranaPro, an Indian grocery delivery startup with tens of thousands of active customers, suffered a data wipe attack. The breach disrupted daily orders and raised concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities in fast-growing tech businesses serving large user bases.

Photoshop Arrives on Android

Adobe Photoshop’s full-featured editing tools, including layering and masking, are now available on Android devices. This expansion brings powerful creative capabilities to a broader audience, enabling mobile users to edit images with desktop-level precision.

Tesla Pursues Robotaxi Trademark

Tesla has filed new trademark applications for “Tesla Robotaxi” after previous attempts for “Robotaxi” and “Cybercab” were denied. This signals Tesla’s ongoing ambition to enter the autonomous ride-hailing market, a space ripe with potential disruption.

Anduril Secures $1 Billion Investment

Defense tech startup Anduril raised $1 billion as part of a $2.5 billion funding round led by Founders Fund, doubling its valuation to $30.5 billion. This influx of capital underscores investor confidence in advanced defense technologies and AI-driven security solutions.

Toma’s AI Phone Agents Transform Car Dealerships

Toma’s founders identified missed calls as a major pain point for car dealerships. Their solution? AI phone agents that have now been deployed in over 100 dealerships across the U.S., backed by a $17 million investment from Andreessen Horowitz. This innovation streamlines customer engagement and boosts sales efficiency.

Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s Public Feud

A heated exchange between Elon Musk and President Donald Trump on social media has caught public attention. Beyond the spectacle, this clash could have significant repercussions for the tech industry, especially in areas related to regulation, platform governance, and public discourse.

The Competitive Drive Behind AI Chatbots

Chatbots are designed to keep users engaged, whether as companions, therapists, or assistants. For Big Tech, the race to attract and retain chatbot users is fierce, driving continuous innovation and competition in AI conversational platforms.