Amazon backs programmable optics startup Lumotive
## Episode Summary In this episode, we cover: - **Amazon backs programmable optics startup Lumotive** (TechCrunch Fundraising) - [Read more](https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/22/amazon-backs-programmable-optics-startup-lumotive/) - **TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 starts in 4 days — lock in your pass savings of up to $100 before prices rise** (TechCrunch Venture) - [Read more](https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/09/techcrunch-disrupt-2026-starts-in-4-days-lock-in-your-pass-savings-of-up-to-100-before-prices-rise/) - **Doorstep raises $8M seed to help find missing food deliveries** (TechCrunch Fundraising) -…
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