VCs will make billions on Anthropic's IPO, but Amazon is set to make much (much) more

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View this email online in your browser  October 28, 2026 TechCrunch Top 3 VCs will make billions on Anthropic's IPO, but Amazon is set to make much (much) more: Massive note conversions reveal the true extent of Amazon's ownership in Anthropic. Read More Meta has a new AI pet app called Waddle World: Meta has launched a new app called Waddle World, which essentially looks like a Tamagotchi clone, but with AI. Read More Amazon debuts the Alexa Photo Frame and Echo Time smart clock, plus other upgraded devices: Amazon's other new decides include an upgraded Echo Dot, an Echo Studio with visual intelligence features, and the Echo Show 16. Read More Go Beyond the Bay Area, Join Us at Founder Summit At TechCrunch Founder Summit on November 4 in Boston, you can deepen your expertise on hiring, product market fit, pitching, founder leadership, and much more in a dynamic, intimate environment. Get ahead of the competition and show the world what the East Coast can build with a 25% discount using the code Daily25. Register Now Morning Must-Reads Jio shares surge 21% in market debut after blockbuster India IPO: Jio has debuted as India's second-most valuable listed company, behind its parent, Reliance Industries. Read More 7 days until TechCrunch Founder Summit: Save up to $100 on your pass before doors open: In just 7 days, TechCrunch Founder Summit takes over Boston’s SoWa Power Station on November 4. Your chance to save up to $100 on tickets is running out, and the opportunity to learn and connect directly with experienced founders, investors, and startup leaders is almost here. Read More Free Fire returns to India as Garena launches localized version four years after ban: Free Fire India was originally set to launch in September 2023, but Garena postponed its release. Read More Parents sue OpenAI, alleging GPT-4o coached their daughter off seizure medication: A family is suing OpenAI, saying ChatGPT coached their daughter to quietly taper off her seizure medication and keep it from her doctors before she died in February. Read More Bank of America kindly asks that you don't share your banking password with your AI assistant: The banking giant reminds customers that "you're responsible for activity" resulting from your AI agents' access. Read More Last but Not Least Kodiak lands first commercial deal to supply driverless trucks for public highways: The deal with DTL Transport puts it on a path to become an an asset-light tech supplier, rather than owner and operator. Read More Check out some of our other newsletters: StrictlyVC TechCrunch Events TechCrunch Mobility Want to adjust your daily newsletter schedule? You can do it right here Got a tip? Get in touch securely. Want to advertise on TechCrunch? advertise@techcrunch.com Has this been forwarded to you? Click here to subscribe to this newsletter. Unsubscribe Member Center Privacy Policy Copyright © 2026 TechCrunch Media LLC 501 2nd Street, Suite 650, San Francisco, CA 94107