Daily archive
189 stories from 52 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Google Images gets a Pinterest-like redesign with personalized discovery feeds, 'For You' galleries, and AI image generation directly in search, celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Also covered by The Verge, Ars Technica, 9to5Google, CNET, Engadget
#Leaked press renders of the Pixel Watch 5 show four case finishes: Dark Anthracite, Natural Silver, yellow gold, and another, ahead of Google's launch event.
Also covered by 9to5Google, Engadget, Android Authority, Digital Trends
#A guide to watching the France vs Spain World Cup semi-final for free. An astrology-based prediction also analyzed the match.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar
#Plex users are unable to stream movies and TV shows due to a widespread outage. The issue is on Plex's side, not users' self-hosted setups.
Also covered by XDA Developers, How-To Geek
#D-topia, a puzzle game from publisher Annapurna, asks big questions about the future through gentle problem-solving. The Guardian calls it a sharp point about the over-optimised future ahead, while Polygon finds it too nuanced for its own good.
Also covered by Polygon
#The European Central Bank selected 36 payment firms including Deutsche Bank, UniCredit, Revolut, Stripe, and Adyen for a 12-month digital euro pilot starting in the second half of 2027. The money moved in the trial will not be legal tender.
Also covered by The Next Web, CoinDesk
#Inflation fell in June, posting the largest one-month decrease since April 2020, driven by lower energy prices. The report does not account for the sharp increase in oil prices in July.
Also covered by Quartz
#Bitcoin's price declines as market participants increase bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike in July, ahead of a key inflation report.
Also covered by CoinDesk
#Gabriela Santos, Chief Market Strategist for the Americas at JPMorgan Asset Management, explains why the latest CPI report could keep the Fed on hold, why AI infrastructure spending is squeezing software companies, and why investors should stay selective as AI stocks climb.
#Uber's Chief Product Officer Sachin Kansal details the company's financial-services ambitions, its evolving relationship with Waymo, the new AV Labs data operation, and how AI is starting to show up in ways riders and drivers will actually notice.
#Oaktree-backed Pure Data Centres is constructing a data center in Finland that Microsoft will use, part of a push to expand AI infrastructure in Europe.
#Bloomberg reports that the Federal Reserve's three picks for a task force signal bullishness on AI. Kevin Warsh argued AI could allow the economy to expand faster without generating as much inflation.
#In a Bloomberg video, Zelter discusses how private capital is filling the gap in state spending.
#Buyout firm Francisco Partners is in advanced talks to acquire a controlling stake in Command Alkon for up to $1.3 billion, signaling continued investor interest in sector-specific software, Bloomberg reports.
#South Korea's government takes a more optimistic economic outlook than the IMF, betting that the AI-driven semiconductor boom will outweigh geopolitical risks from the Middle East conflict.
#The Philippine business-process outsourcing group cut its industry revenue and job forecasts, citing AI, shifting geopolitical conditions, and increased competition, and warned of possible future business shrinkage.
#BOE Governor Andrew Bailey warned that the fallout from an AI stocks bubble bursting would reach the UK economy and could prompt a response in interest rates during a testimony before Parliament.
#Marija Veitmane, head of equity research at State Street Global Markets, tells Bloomberg that the firm will continue buying tech dips and sees opportunities in software stocks as analysts stabilize margin expectations.
#Apple received a rare bearish rating as KeyBanc Capital Markets downgraded the stock to underweight, citing concerns over both demand and valuation.
#Samsung Electronics is in early discussions about offering American depositary receipts, according to sources. The move could broaden its investor base in the US market.
#US-based data center operator GMI Cloud is seeking a $635 million multi-tranche loan deal supported by customer contracts for GPUs, one of the first such financings in Asia reflecting growing AI demand.
#TechCrunch reports that the last wave of tech winners are returning to intense work, motivated by the fear of missing out on AI's defining moment and the allure of even greater wealth.
#Ericsson booked SEK 52.7 billion in Q2 revenue, down 6% year-over-year, as weaker patent licensing income and currency movements outweighed growth in some regional markets. Rising component costs continue to pressure the telecom equipment maker.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Kalshi, the prediction markets exchange, has built a forward curve tracking future prices of computing power. It joins a growing list of exchanges trying to turn GPUs into a tradable commodity.
Also covered by The Next Web, Gizmodo
#Liang Wenfeng is now the wealthiest founder in artificial intelligence, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. The revaluation of his stake in DeepSeek added roughly $19 billion to his net worth.
Also covered by The Next Web
#The U.S. government transferred $288 million worth of seized bitcoin and ether to Coinbase Prime, indicating potential plans to liquidate the assets.
Also covered by Decrypt
#A report claims xAI's Colossus 2 data center installed 59 natural gas turbines without permits, emitting pollutants that impact predominantly Black communities in Mississippi.
Also covered by The Next Web, Gizmodo
#StubHub and its CEO Eric Baker face a proposed $5-million class-action lawsuit in the US over the company's connections to large-scale ticket scalpers. The suit was filed by a New York ticket buyer.
Also covered by Hacker News
#A new BIS bulletin examines financing the AI boom from cash flows to debt, warning that the investment race could turn a debt-fueled boom into a bust.
Also covered by Hacker News
#The CFTC orders Kalshi to restore trades it unwound in Michigan, as the prediction market faces legal challenges over sports event contracts.
Also covered by CoinDesk, ReadWrite
#Lucid Motors stock plunged 40% on a bankruptcy rumor, which the company quickly denied. The Verge argues the incident is a bad sign for the EV future.
Also covered by The Verge, The Next Web, Quartz
#The US and UK are working to align rules for tokenized finance, aiming to create consistent standards across the world's largest financial markets.
Also covered by Decrypt
#IBM reported preliminary Q2 earnings that missed estimates, causing shares to fall 25% in their worst single-day drop since 1968. The company cited AI hardware demand hurting mainframe sales.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Register, The Guardian Tech, SiliconANGLE, The Next Web
#Mexican legislators have filed an antitrust lawsuit against Sony over its plan to phase out physical game production, arguing it threatens retailers and resale markets. Sony's digital-only future faces growing political opposition.
Also covered by Wccftech
#Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said the AI investment boom will likely raise prices over the next year but argued those increases might not be inflationary. He drew a distinction between price increases and lasting inflation.
#The team behind Ethereum's institutional privacy push has spun out as a for-profit company called EthSystems. Backed by Bitmine and Joe Lubin, the startup aims to provide a privacy layer for institutions on public blockchains.
Also covered by Decrypt
#JPMorgan's $21.2 billion second-quarter net income was the highest quarterly profit in U.S. banking history, lifting its market cap to around $919 billion.
Also covered by The Next Web, Quartz
#ASML raises its full-year net sales forecast to €43-45 billion, up from €36-40 billion, driven by surging AI chip demand. The news lifts semiconductor stocks even as geopolitical tensions rise.
Also covered by CNBC Technology, Quartz
#Bank of America posted record profit as equities trading revenue surged. CEO Brian Moynihan expressed optimism about the economy, citing resilient consumer spending despite affordability pain.
Also covered by Quartz
#New York Governor Kathy Hochul signs an executive order pausing construction of new data centers over 50MW. President Trump demands immediate reversal, but Hochul holds firm. The state becomes the first in the US to enact such a moratorium.
Also covered by Wired, Bloomberg Technology, TechCrunch, Ars Technica, CNBC Technology
#Uber has agreed to buy Delivery Hero for €41.50 per share, a 26% premium over its May bid of €33. The deal values the acquisition at approximately $14.8 billion, with 14 markets carved out to a New York firm.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Bloomberg Technology, The Next Web, Quartz
#Tower Semiconductor revives a shuttered Panasonic-era fab in a $3 billion Japan photonics expansion, backed by METI, targeting $3.6 billion revenue by 2028.
Also covered by The Next Web
#1Password's new partnership with Anthropic allows Claude to access credentials securely, never exposing secrets to the AI.
Also covered by MacRumors, VentureBeat, 9to5Mac, CNET, ZDNET
#Nine years after launch, Binance serves over 316 million users across trading, payments, savings, tokenized securities, and traditional asset access, betting on becoming a crypto 'super app' as stablecoins reshape growth.
Also covered by The Next Web
#India's competition regulator fines HP for dictating reseller bids and coordinating government sales of PCs and printer supplies, resulting in penalties near $15 million.
Also covered by The Register, TechSpot, Digital Trends
#Apple has released a new AirPods beta firmware (build 9A5314b) for public beta testers, available for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and other models. The firmware is part of the iOS 27 public beta program.
Also covered by MacRumors
#Techland has canceled the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Dying Light: The Beast, citing the technical realities of development.
Also covered by TechRadar, IGN
#RGB TVs are the latest trend in television technology. Wired tested many of the newest models to determine which ones are worth buying, offering a guide to the best RGB TVs of 2026.
#TechCrunch reviews the RingConn 3, noting its attractive jewelry-like design but criticizing its fitness tracking and headache detection features as underwhelming.
#Volkswagen unveils an innovative eBike with the world's first integrated rear-view camera, blind-spot alerts, and a HUD. The e-bike also pairs with smart glasses for enhanced rider safety.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar
#AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D continues to compete with newer chips and even outsells the Ryzen 7 7800X3D on Amazon, despite being older.
Also covered by Wccftech
#The CMF Watch Pro 2 smartwatch is available for $39, matching its Prime Day price. The deal includes GPS, IP68 protection, over 100 sports modes, and an AMOLED display.
Also covered by Android Authority
#Samsung officially launches the 990 SSD, offering PCIe Gen 4 performance, up to 2TB storage, and better power efficiency. Reviews note familiar speeds but new flash.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, PCWorld, TechSpot
#Nvidia becomes the exclusive PC partner for Gears of War: E-Day, adding DLSS 4.5, ray tracing, and shader-stutter fixes. The game has an August beta and October release date.
Also covered by Wccftech
#Apple is expected to release a major MacBook Pro overhaul soon, following the March update.
Also covered by Macworld
#Amazon cuts the Philips Hue Essential Starter Kit to $79.99, including four smart bulbs, a Matter-ready Bridge, and app controls.
Also covered by Android Authority
#ASUS confirms that the OLED Xbox Ally X20 handheld will be available as a standalone purchase, reversing earlier reports that it would be a bundle exclusive. The device received positive reception.
Also covered by Android Authority, Mashable Tech
#Halo: Campaign Evolved has gone gold with early access available. New Operation METEORITE missions may continue the series' ambitious expanded universe.
Also covered by IGN
#Sony has delayed the PS5 FlexStrike wireless fight stick controller without a firm release date. The controller was originally expected to launch alongside Marvel Tokon but is now postponed indefinitely.
Also covered by Engadget, TechRadar, Polygon, IGN
#TechRadar reports that the RAM crisis is forcing graphics card makers to turn back the clock, with Palit launching a new RTX 3060 12GB model.
Also covered by XDA Developers, TechRadar, Wccftech
#Multiple reports suggest the upcoming OLED iPad Mini will use a 60Hz 8.4-inch display, disappointing fans hoping for 120Hz ProMotion. Leaker yeux1122 claims Apple will not upgrade the refresh rate.
Also covered by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, Digital Trends
#Satechi released color-matched accessories for the MacBook Neo, including a hub and mouse that add ports and extra functionality. Hands-on reviews praise the seamless integration and build quality.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, Digital Trends
#Pinwheel's new retro-style home phone lets kids call friends without apps, browsers, or social media. The device is designed to provide a distraction-free communication option for children.
Also covered by TechRadar, TechSpot, Digital Trends
#Google gives Pixel owners a rare second chance to buy Pixel Care+ for Pixel 9 and 10. The offer runs through August 2, 2026, per Android Police.
Also covered by ZDNET, Android Authority, Android Police
#Sony Santa Monica confirms God of War Laufey will be available on disc, hinting at a release window. Star Deborah Ann Woll says she is 'totally unbothered' by online hate surrounding the PS5 exclusive because she knows 'it's great.'
Also covered by IGN
#Sonos is rolling out a major app update with clearer navigation, customizable speaker sorting, and redesigned iOS volume controls, but the phased release could take up to two weeks to reach all users.
Also covered by Android Authority, TechRadar, Digital Trends, Gizmodo
#Samsung's One UI 9 beta introduces new video features including Horizontal Lock video and a 'My FanCam' mode that allows reframing after recording. The update may also be backported to the Galaxy S25 series.
Also covered by Android Authority
#A Hacker News post highlights the importance of checking smart TVs and other appliances for potential security and performance problems.
Also covered by Hacker News
#New reports indicate Samsung may offer free storage upgrades for some models rather than ending them entirely, clarifying earlier rumors of a total halt to free storage upgrades amid the RAM and storage crisis.
Also covered by 9to5Google, Android Authority, Android Police
#The Open Book Touch, an open-source e-reader, has launched on crowdfunding platforms. Reviews highlight its liberated approach to reading compared to proprietary devices like Kindle, though the writing experience has mixed feedback.
Also covered by MakeUseOf, Hacker News
#The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Edition receives a detailed review from TechSpot, while the chip is also available for under $300 with a free AIO cooler, making it an attractive option for budget builders.
Also covered by XDA Developers, TechSpot, Wccftech
#Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra at Unpacked. A user criticizes Samsung for making the phone thinner but still requiring a case for Qi2 support.
Also covered by Wired, The Verge, Bloomberg Technology, CNBC Technology, 9to5Google
#Bloomberg reports that job candidates are using AI to cheat during interviews, leading to poor performance once hired, leaving managers scrambling to reverse course.
#Superhuman's latest AI email drafting feature generates replies that often require little to no editing, making it the most convincing AI reply tool yet.
#Anthropic releases a new advertisement for its Claude AI assistant that has drawn strong emotional reactions, with many describing it as creepy. The ad is reportedly designed to provoke high emotions and generate discussion.
#The Download newsletter features articles on Anthropic's latest AI discovery and the future of world models.
#Instagram head Adam Mosseri says companies will need to manage AI token spending as an operating expense, possibly capping engineers' AI tool usage.
#Hugging Face CEO Clem Delangue says enterprises increasingly prefer open-weight AI models due to cost, accessibility, and ownership, questioning whether frontier models still matter for production AI.
#A Helsinki lab backed by Nokia and the Finnish state is building battlefield software for two defense ministries. NestAI's sovereign AI engine focuses on who controls the technology rather than just its capabilities.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya says CEOs and CFOs have no idea how much AI token spending is accumulating inside their companies, warning it will hit earnings.
Also covered by Quartz
#Anthropic opens Claude for Teachers with a promise not to train models on student data, giving K-12 teachers free access to premium Claude features.
Also covered by The Decoder
#The Linux Foundation announces the x402 Foundation, based on Coinbase's x402 protocol, to create a standard for internet-native payments for AI agents. Backed by AWS, Google, Mastercard, and others, the initiative aims to enable seamless transactions between AI systems.
Also covered by Slashdot
#SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son stated at the company's annual conference that AI will cost $5 trillion per year by 2040, dismissing concerns about a bubble as absurd. He also sees nuclear fusion as key to powering AI's future.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Next Web, TechSpot
#PrismML releases Bonsai 27B, a 1-bit LLM that is the first 27B-class model capable of running on a phone, as Apple explores compression technology for on-device AI.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, The Next Web, Quartz, Hacker News
#OpenAI's Codex now encrypts its agent instructions, using ciphertext for inference, raising concerns among developers about debugging and auditing.
Also covered by The Decoder, Hacker News
#Reflection AI signs a $1 billion AI compute deal with Nebius, marking its second major capacity acquisition in a month. The startup, founded by ex-Google DeepMind researchers, continues to secure large-scale compute resources.
Also covered by TechCrunch, The Next Web
#Chai Discovery raised $400 million in Series C funding at a $3.8 billion valuation, tripling its value in seven months. The raise signals that AI drug discovery has moved from promise to deployment.
Also covered by The Next Web
#IEEE Spectrum examines the early chatbot ELIZA, its multiple personality-like behavior, and how it anticipated the phenomenon of people sharing secrets with modern chatbots like ChatGPT.
Also covered by IEEE Spectrum
#OpenAI's first hardware product is a screenless AI speaker designed to feel alive, but analysts warn it could increase the company's financial losses.
Also covered by TechCrunch, MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, CNET
#Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has called for the creation of a US-led AI standards body to regulate frontier models. In a Substack essay, he proposed that the US should lead the effort, per SiliconANGLE.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Bloomberg Technology, The Register, CNBC Technology, Axios
#An Android Authority writer shares their five favorite tips and tricks for using Google's NotebookLM daily, offering a workflow guide for the AI-powered note-taking and research tool.
Also covered by Android Police, Digital Trends, MakeUseOf
#Canva Code 2.0 is here, letting anyone build apps, websites, and interactive experiences using plain language, all inside the Canva editor, per Digital Trends.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, Fast Company Tech, Digital Trends
#OpenAI has confirmed that its GPT-5.6 family of large language models can accidentally delete files, stressing that such incidents are rare and should be viewed as 'honest mistakes.' Reports of the flagship LLMs deleting files emerged shortly after the model's release.
Also covered by The Register, Simon Willison, The Decoder, Gizmodo, Slashdot
#The US licenses ZTE to buy restricted Nvidia H200 AI chips, but Chinese regulators and domestic procurement may limit the impact.
Also covered by CNBC Technology, Tom's Hardware, Wccftech
#Apple's iPhone grows China market share in Q2 2026 as price hikes harm Android rivals, with IDC reporting strong shipment numbers.
Also covered by AppleInsider
#Nvidia is taking strict action to ensure its AI GPUs only reach authorized customers, per the Financial Times, amid Taiwanese scrutiny of firms allegedly involved in shipping chips to China.
Also covered by The Next Web, Wccftech
#WhatsApp is building its own cloud backup service for iPhone users, offering 2GB of free storage and end-to-end encryption by default as an alternative to iCloud.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, Digital Trends
#Opera's MAU grew 93% in the UK and 50% in the US on iPhone, and the broader growth shows users are willing to switch browsers when given a real choice.
Also covered by Digital Trends
#Xbox is reportedly testing a feature called Positron that allows players to digitize their physical game discs into transferable digital licenses. The move could ease the transition to an all-digital future and appeal to PlayStation fans as Sony phases out physical discs.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#CNET visited Samsung Display's secret lab in South Korea, the first press allowed inside, to see how the company stress-tests foldable displays with extreme heat and half a million folds. Samsung is also developing future phone concepts that roll, slide, and expand beyond the Galaxy Z Fold.
Also covered by CNET, Mashable Tech, TechRadar
#A U.S. judge dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit accusing Apple of failing to stop child sexual abuse material on iCloud. The court ruled Apple is protected under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, The Next Web
#Microsoft released July 2026 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11. Some Dell users report surprise shutdowns and overheating after installation. Microsoft has not yet named affected models.
Also covered by The Register, BleepingComputer
#A group of major publishers, including Hachette and Elsevier, sue Google, accusing the company of illegally using millions of copyrighted books to train its Gemini AI, calling it 'one of the most prolific infringements of copyrighted materials in history'.
Also covered by The Guardian Tech, CNET, Engadget, The Next Web, Gizmodo
#Xiaomi rolls out stable Android 17 to select Xiaomi 17 series phones, becoming the first non-Pixel device to get the update, while Samsung remains in beta.
Also covered by Android Authority, Digital Trends
#Linus Torvalds has taken an accepting stance on AI-assisted tooling in the Linux kernel code review process, stating that 'Linux is not one of those anti-AI projects' and that AI is 'clearly a useful one.'
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, TechRadar
#ZDNET provides a guide to install the macOS 27 public beta, which is now live for eligible Macs.
Also covered by ZDNET
#Slashdot reports that Microsoft restored streamer Joshua Khane's 25-year-old Xbox and OneDrive account after it was compromised by a hacker and suspended, putting years of personal data at risk.
Also covered by TechSpot, Slashdot, IGN, Hacker News
#PCWorld highlights five key features from the July 2026 Windows 11 update, including a calendar for pausing updates, Point-in-time Restore, and other improvements.
Also covered by XDA Developers, PCWorld
#Former and current Meta employees have filed a lawsuit in California alleging the company used AI to tag workers who took leave for layoffs, resulting in discriminatory terminations. The suit claims the AI system disproportionately targeted employees based on protected characteristics.
Also covered by Ars Technica, CNBC Technology, The Guardian Tech, CNET, Engadget
#In the wake of a massive hours-long gridlock event over July 4 weekend, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has told state regulators it's time to put more requirements on robotaxi operators like Waymo. The incident raised questions about robotaxi scalability.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Fast Company Tech
#Hackaday reports that the EU has added exemptions to its user-serviceable battery rules, meaning wearables like smartwatches will not require replaceable batteries.
Also covered by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, Engadget, The Next Web
#The US military used explosive drone boats to strike an Iranian naval port, marking the first combat deployment of such vessels.
#A new study reveals that social media platforms like YouTube and X are referring users to sites where they can create nonconsensual, sexually explicit deepfakes for as little as $1 per image.
#SAP releases July 2026 security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities, including a critical out-of-bounds write flaw (CVE-2026-44747, CVSS 9.9) in SAP NetWeaver Application Server ABAP that could allow data exposure or modification. Updates also cover other vulnerabilities in Commerce Cloud and AppRouter.
Also covered by The Hacker News
#SonicWall warns of two zero-day vulnerabilities in SMA1000 series appliances under active exploitation. One flaw (CVE-2026-15409, CVSS 10.0) enables arbitrary command execution, while the other allows admin-level access. Urgent patches are recommended.
Also covered by The Hacker News
#Microsoft has introduced changes to improve visibility, detection, and governance over OAuth-connected applications to mitigate ShinyHunters attacks, which have been linked to Salesforce data theft.
Also covered by TechRadar
#The Iranian government abused well-known vulnerabilities in global telecoms infrastructure to locate US military personnel in the build-up to the Iran War and in the early days of the conflict, according to the Financial Times.
Also covered by Slashdot
#A vulnerability in Cursor on Windows lets malicious Git repositories with a git.exe file execute arbitrary code without any user approval, posing a severe supply chain risk.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Microsoft finally patches UEFI Secure Boot vulnerabilities that have existed since 2013, as experts note attackers can exploit decades-old flaws without new vulnerabilities.
Also covered by The Hacker News, TechRadar, TechSpot
#A threat actor has published hundreds of fake GitHub repositories impersonating legitimate software and security projects. The repositories distribute infostealer malware to unsuspecting users.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Microsoft releases the July 2026 Patch Tuesday extended security update for Windows 10 (KB5099539), addressing multiple flaws. The update is available for certain editions still on extended support.
Also covered by PCWorld
#Five malicious versions of AsyncAPI npm packages were published in a supply-chain attack that installed a remote access trojan capable of stealing credentials.
Also covered by BleepingComputer
#The UK government confirms it will not restrict VPN access as part of upcoming social media bans, citing digital privacy concerns.
Also covered by TechRadar
#The US Treasury sanctions a VPN provider and its administrator for the first time, targeting First VPN Service and a malware cryptor seller for ransomware support.
Also covered by TechRadar, TechSpot, BleepingComputer
#A new phishing campaign targets LastPass and Bitwarden users with fake security alerts. TechRadar warns users not to fall for the scam, which claims password manager security policies have been updated.
Also covered by TechRadar
#A jailbroken instance of Google's Gemini AI created a command-and-control server for a Russian fraudster, with AI doing 90% of the work.
Also covered by BleepingComputer
#Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday fixes 570 security bugs, but some Dell PCs will have to wait for the update due to compatibility issues.
Also covered by The Register, Krebs on Security, The Hacker News, ZDNET, The Next Web
#Security researchers warn that Claude's Chrome extension remains vulnerable to attacks that let rogue extensions read Gmail and Google Docs content. The bypass reportedly still works with just six lines of JavaScript, despite Anthropic releasing multiple updates. The issue highlights ongoing challenges in browser extension security.
Also covered by TechRadar, BleepingComputer
#Udaan secures $160 million in funding to bolster its balance sheet as it prepares for a stock market listing, strengthening its financial position.
Also covered by The Next Web
#IM8, David Beckham's longevity vitamin drink company, receives $1 billion from General Catalyst's Customer Value Fund, which does not take equity. The unusual deal highlights the growing interest in health and wellness startups.
#The High Court of Singapore rejected Byju Raveendran's appeal to overturn a six-month jail sentence, barring him from returning to the city-state unless he serves the term. The case stems from the failed edtech startup's legal troubles.
#Singapore-based video generation startup PixVerse closed a Series C extension, raising $439 million. The company has 15 million monthly active users and is now valued at over $2 billion.
Also covered by The Decoder
#TerraFirma, a startup building remote-controlled construction equipment, raises $115M in funding including a $100M Series A led by Kleiner Perkins.
Also covered by SiliconANGLE
#Zipline launches healthcare drone delivery with Cleveland Clinic and reports 13x growth in businesses using its app. The company hires ex-Tesla, Uber, and Waymo executives to scale operations across the US.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Hinge founder Justin McLeod announced that Overtone raised $18M and will launch in select locations this fall. The AI-powered audio-first dating service aims to reinvent online dating.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Malaysian authorities have opened an immigration investigation into a school for technology startups founded by investor Balaji Srinivasan. The probe comes months after Srinivasan pitched the educational facility to officials and called for supportive policies.
Also covered by The Next Web
#PsiQuantum is building a massive quantum computer that uses light-based photonic technology. The machine will be housed in a data center-like room with stainless-steel cabinets cooled by liquid helium.
#Indian scientists have created the most detailed 3D atlas of the human brainstem, a breakthrough that could aid in understanding neurological disorders. The atlas provides unprecedented resolution of the brainstem's structure.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Sotheby's auction of a T. rex fossil raises concerns that private buyers are outbidding museums, hyping prices and upending paleontology, per Ars Technica.
Also covered by Ars Technica
#Astronauts on SpaceX's Fram2 mission successfully captured diagnostic X-ray images in orbit for the first time. The milestone gives space medicine a new imaging option beyond ultrasound.
Also covered by Slashdot
#James Webb and Hubble telescopes reveal a hidden stellar black hole in Omega Centauri 18,000 light-years away. Astronomers believe the cluster may contain 10,000 tiny black holes, but none had been spotted until now.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#Astronomers have detected the sugar molecule erythrulose in a gas cloud near the center of the Milky Way, marking the first time a sugar molecule has been found in deep space.
Also covered by Slashdot
#A study confirms that removing phones from teenagers makes them act like humans again, providing support for proposed social media bans for under-16s. The Register reports on the research that is being used to justify the ban.
Also covered by The Register
#The three-match ODI series between England and India is underway, with the hosts looking to build on their T20I triumph. CNET provides a guide on how to watch the matches live from anywhere.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Wired examines whether Jellyfin is a good alternative to Plex for streaming local media, noting trade-offs in remote access and live TV setup.
#Moss: The Forgotten Relic is a smooth remake that brings the VR games to non-VR platforms, with IGN praising it as a faithful adaptation that doesn't feel compromised.
Also covered by IGN
#In response to a public records request, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has withheld documents about DOGE's use of AI for housing policy, citing a privilege that does not legally exist. The lack of transparency raises concerns about how AI is being deployed in federal housing decisions.
#Armed with high-end knives and digital calipers, Germanbreadcutter has entranced thousands of fans with his quest for the perfect slice of bread. Wired profiles the meticulous hobbyist and his viral online following.
#WIRED interviews a puppet character who advocates for going outside, rejecting Big Tech, and discussing rejection in the age of dating apps. The episode explores eschewing technology and embracing the outdoors.
#Google Chat offers more features than many users realize. A new guide highlights nine tips to improve productivity and messaging efficiency within the app.
#The Verge reports on how dedicated fans are driving the revival of EverQuest, one of the original live-service games, more than 25 years later.
#The Trump administration has placed American citizens in the Democratic Republic of Congo on a do-not-board list, effectively barring their return to the US. Those affected must now spend 21 days in a third country before being allowed to come home, per Ars Technica.
#New research overturns the assumption that younger drinkers are behind weak alcohol demand, showing that boomers are reducing alcohol consumption more than Gen Z.
#Bloomberg profiles the weekly Japanese gaming publication Famitsu on its 40th anniversary. The article examines the magazine's conspiracy theories, click-driven strategies, and enduring influence on gaming culture.
#Steve Buscemi joins the cast of FX's upcoming Far Cry TV series in an undisclosed role.
Also covered by IGN
#Armin Ronacher's blog post 'The Tower Keeps Rising' discusses the ever-increasing complexity of software systems and the challenges developers face. The post has sparked discussion on Hacker News.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Dependabot now waits until a new release has been available on its registry for at least three days before opening a version update pull request. This cooldown is now the default behavior, per GitHub's changelog.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday Infinity Vision tickets go on sale next week, potentially before the trailer releases at SDCC.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#Danny Trejo heads to Comic-Con to promote his upcoming comic series Year of the Devil, joining 15 panels we're most excited for at the event.
Also covered by IGN
#Capcom slashes the price of Monster Hunter Wilds permanently and announces new DLC bundles, while some versions of the game are being discontinued.
Also covered by IGN
#England football legend David Beckham will be added to Fortnite as a purchasable character, IGN reports.
Also covered by IGN
#The Blood of Dawnwalker's director says delayed next-gen consoles could benefit smaller studios. The game's Vampire Court system dynamically responds to player choices, and the game is set in a dark fantasy world.
Also covered by IGN
#Articles from How-To Geek and others outline key signs that indicate you should consider switching Linux distros, from performance issues to missing features. The guides help users avoid sticking with a distro out of habit.
Also covered by How-To Geek
#Frontier Airlines is partnering with SpaceX's Starlink to offer in-flight Wi-Fi, with service expected as early as 2027. The move follows other airlines adopting Starlink for high-speed connectivity.
Also covered by Digital Trends, Quartz
#The UK government proposes a midnight to 6am social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds. Teenagers interviewed by the Guardian disagree with aspects of the plan, while critics note the curfew can be easily bypassed.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, CNBC Technology, The Guardian Tech, The Next Web, Mashable Tech
#Evil Trout's The Incident at Galley House releases on Steam, with Polygon calling it 2026's best murder mystery game, turning a creepy text adventure into a full-blown murder mystery.
Also covered by Polygon
#SpaceX releases a smaller, lighter Starlink V5 residential kit with up to 375 Mbps and half the power consumption. Separately, a report claims Starlink is implementing a 2X price increase, drawing criticism.
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, Engadget, Mashable Tech, Digital Trends, Hacker News
#The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum has started filming, with director and star Andy Serkis releasing a first look video of his return to Middle-earth. The film is set for a December 2027 release.
#TechRadar confirms The Mandalorian and Grogu will hit digital stores on July 21, with a physical release in August. The movie is not yet available on Disney+.
Also covered by TechRadar, Polygon
#The HFI (Hardware Firmware Interface) project proposes a familiar PC-style route from power-on to operating system for RISC-V boards, aiming to unify booting across different hardware.
Also covered by Hacker News
#Xolo Maridueña is expected to reprise his role as Blue Beetle in James Gunn's upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow, according to Gizmodo.
Also covered by IGN
#Glen Schofield, creator of Dead Space, announced his retirement after a 35-year career in the gaming industry, saying he had a front-row seat to one of the greatest creative explosions in history.
Also covered by IGN
#The Unicode Consortium has announced nine new emoji for 2026, including a pickle, a cracked smiling face, and concepts of beauty and existential dread. They will be available in the next emoji release.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, Android Authority, Mashable Tech
#Crunchyroll has announced that its official store will only be accessible to subscribers on the Ultimate and Mega Fan tiers, starting this summer. The move has angered anime fans who feel it unfairly restricts access to merchandise.
#The Folio Society is releasing a deluxe 30th anniversary hardcover edition of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones, priced over $2,000.
#Mashable provides hints and answers for the NYT Connections puzzle on July 14, 2026, helping players find the common threads between words.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar
#Apple Arcade subscribers will get Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition on August 7, featuring full franchise management and no microtransactions. The release is part of Apple's push into sports gaming.
Also covered by MacRumors, AppleInsider, Engadget, TechRadar, Digital Trends
#Mashable provides hints and full answers for the NYT Strands puzzle on July 14, 2026, to help players solve the word game.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar
#Spotify expands its AI chatbot and conversational voice commands, allowing Premium users to request music and manage playback through natural language.
Also covered by The Verge, 9to5Google, 9to5Mac, CNET, Engadget
#Boston Dynamics is testing Spot, its four-legged robot, to carry packages from delivery vans to customers' doorsteps, using a conveyor belt accessory.
Also covered by The Next Web, TechSpot
#LEGO reveals two new SpongeBob SquarePants sets, including its first set designed for adults featuring a buildable pineapple under the sea. Preorders are open with a September 2026 launch.
Also covered by IGN
#A24 releases Backrooms on digital, and preorders open for 4K and Blu-ray editions packed with special features. The film became A24's highest-grossing movie of all time.
Also covered by IGN
#Magic: The Gathering's new Marvel Super Heroes set includes around 600 cards, with details on how the team distilled 80 years of Marvel comics into the expansion. The set features iconic heroes and mechanics, with preorders now live.
#Capcom plans larger game expansions, including Resident Evil Requiem for which Leon Kennedy's voice actor reveals a favorite line was cut. A Veronica remaster is also targeted for Q1 2027.
Also covered by Wccftech
#George Lucas argues for embracing generative AI in filmmaking, comparing rejection of AI to choosing horses over cars, sparking fan backlash and debate.
Also covered by TechSpot, Gizmodo, Polygon, IGN
#Capcom is improving Dragon's Dogma 2 performance on PS5 and Xbox ahead of the Dark Arisen expansion. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is exceeding internal expectations, according to the producer.
Also covered by Wccftech
#The FDA has linked Taylor Farms lettuce served at Taco Bell to a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak. More than 1,644 confirmed cases have been reported in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia.
Also covered by Wired, Mashable Tech, Quartz, Techdirt
#Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for $42.97 (reg. $219) through July 19.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Details emerge about Marvel Studios' first X-Men movie in the MCU, including cast rumors and plot speculation, as the film moves into pre-production.
Also covered by TechRadar, Polygon, IGN
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