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TechCrunch Top 3 What’s Your Password?: Google passkeys are now available to account users worldwide. Passkeys give you access to your account without a password, and authentication essentially syncs across devices through the cloud using cryptographic key pairs, allowing you to log into websites and apps using the same biometrics or screen lock PIN you use to unlock their devices, Paul writes. In the driver’s seat: Longtime Lyft partner Stripe has now signed a big deal with Uber. Ingrid has more. Making an impact: Manish asks the question, where is India in the race for generative AI? and responds by taking a look at how Indian entrepreneurs are working to harness the enthusiasm for this trend. Startups and VCs

Plexamp, Plex’s music player, now works with ChatGPT for playlist creation, reports Sarah. This intrigued me and I spent most of the morning using ChatGPT-4 to create playlists. Among other things, I asked him to create a list of top 10 essential heavy metal songs, great music to work with and most nostalgic songs of 2004.

I also asked ChatGPT-4 to make a list of the top 5 songs about startups, and damn me, he not only made the list of songs, but also explained why each song made sense on this list. I won’t lie, this thing keeps surprising me. Below is the list, and I’ve made them into a handy Spotify playlist, Apple Music playlist, and also YouTube playlist for you.

“Started from the Bottom” by Drake: This song’s lyrics about starting from scratch and working your way up resonate with the journey of many startups as they strive to achieve success. “Lose Yourself” by Eminem: The intensity and drive present in this song’s lyrics may be representative of the dedication and focus needed to build a successful startup. Bon Jovi’s “It’s My Life”: This anthem about taking control of your destiny and seizing opportunities is in line with the mindset of many entrepreneurs starting their own businesses. Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin'”: This classic tune serves as a reminder to startup founders to keep believing in their vision, even when the road to success is filled with challenges. “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor: As a symbol of determination and resilience, this song has become an anthem for those who face adversity and push themselves to achieve their goals, much like the spirit of a startup founder.

Okay, enough music-inspired nonsense. Here are some other startup news for you:

Ask Sophie: Will I be allowed to enter the US if my passport expires in 5 months?

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Dear Sofia,

I founded a startup in Zimbabwe a few years ago. I had planned to visit the US for the first time next month to check the market and apply for a tourist visa.

I plan to stay in the US for a couple of months but just realized my passport expires in September. I understand that I must have at least six months on my passport to travel to the United States.

Is it (still) true? Do I have to delay my trip?

Hopeful in Harare

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Big Tech Inc.

Remember when Airbnb first started out as a way to rent a room in a house to avoid staying in a hotel? Now that the platforms’ average home rental prices have risen 36% since 2019, the company is refocusing on single rooms to offer users more affordable alternatives, according to the company. Ivan has more.

Meanwhile, Sarah was in touch with app giant Match Groups call on its first-quarter earnings and reports that Match believes Apple’s recent antitrust appeals rulingEpic Games, while largely in Apple’s favor, could result in relief of App Store fees for developers.

And we have five more for you:

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