The most interesting startups right now want to get you off your phone

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-06-05 17:17

The AI fundraising landscape is seeing a surge in investment, with Alphabet reportedly raising $80 billion for its AI initiatives. Meanwhile, some startups are focusing on AI

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TechCrunch AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Theresa Loconsolo · 2026-06-05 17:17

The most interesting startups right now want to get you off your phone

While the AI fundraising machine keeps breaking its own records, some founders are building in the other direction.  Mirror founder Brynn Putnam just raised money for Board, a startup focused on bringing people together through in-person games and social experience…