May 22, 2026

TechCrunch Top 3

You can no longer Google the word 'disregard': After Google Search's AI update, the word "disregard" now effectively breaks the search interface. Read More

We tried Google’s AI glasses and they’re almost there: Google demoed prototype Android XR glasses that overlay Gemini-powered translation, navigation, and other information directly into your field of view. Read More

Kash Patel's clothing brand website shut down after reports it was hacked: According to users on X, the website was hijacked by hackers in an attempt to trick visitors into installing malware. Read More

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Afternoon Must-Reads

Meta quietly launches a new Reddit-like app called Forum: The company describes the app as a "dedicated space built for deeper discussions, real answers and communities you care about." Read More

Waymo expands pause to four cities as robotaxis keep driving into floods: Waymo's robotaxi service is now suspended in both Atlanta and San Antonio, as the company works to stop its vehicles from driving into flooded roads. Read More

Trump Mobile confirms it exposed customers' personal data, including phone numbers and home addresses: President Trump’s branded cell phone maker and cell provider said the exposure was linked to a third-party platform and was evaluating whether it needs to notify customers. Read More

How VCs and founders use inflated ‘ARR’ to crown AI startups : Some AI startups are stretching traditional revenue metrics when talking about progress publicly. And their investors are fully aware. Read More

SpaceX scrubs first Starship V3 launch just before liftoff: SpaceX fueled the third-generation rocket booster and ship and was just moments away from liftoff, before calling a scrub. It's expected to try again Friday. Read More

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Last but Not Least

Google goes for the glitter with disco-ball icons: 'Are y'all sure you still want this?': You can now disco ball-ify your entire Pixel homescreen, says Google. Read More

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