Daily archive
162 stories from 48 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Samsung's new flip phone is available for preorder at $1,199, with T-Mobile offering a deal that brings the price under $100 with a new line, per Mashable. The Z Flip 8 features a thinner design and cover screen apps. Preorders are open now.
Also covered by 9to5Google, CNET, Engadget, TechRadar, Digital Trends
#Google makes it easier to switch from iPhone to Android with a new wireless migration tool that transfers more data types without needing a separate app, though some Pixel models are excluded.
Also covered by MacRumors, Android Authority, Digital Trends
#Revolut confirmed a $115 billion valuation in a secondary share sale, a 53% jump from its previous $75B valuation. The digital bank also became the first global fintech to receive an Australian banking licence.
Also covered by The Next Web, Tech.eu, CoinDesk
#The Exhibition Space at Apple Park's Visitor Center, which housed a VR experience for nearly a decade, has been temporarily closed for refurbishment.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, AppleInsider
#Months ahead of the fall launches, Foxconn has started hiring assemblers to build the iPhone 18 Pro, per AppleInsider.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, AppleInsider
#Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2026 kicks off from London, revealing a new slate of foldables including a wider Galaxy Z Fold 8, an upgraded Z Fold 8 Ultra with a larger battery, and more. The Verge provides live coverage.
Also covered by Engadget, TechRadar, Mashable Tech, Android Police, Gizmodo
#Samsung upgraded the Z Flip 8's cover screen with a native app drawer supporting 16 apps out of the box, addressing years of user frustration with limited widget-only functionality. However, the implementation still feels limited compared to expectations.
Also covered by Digital Trends
#A deal on the 13-inch iPad Pro M5 with 512GB storage brings it to $1,549, $150 off after recent price increases.
#Spigen's new cases for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 offer various protection levels.
Also covered by ZDNET, Android Authority
#Whoop, the maker of screenless fitness trackers, tapped a former FDA committee chair to be its next chief medical officer after a recent tussle with the federal regulator.
#Wired reviews the Flipper Busy Bar, finding it an expensive productivity tool that helps focus but fails to prevent coworker interruptions.
#Philips launches the next-generation DiamondClean 9900 Prestige smart toothbrush with a third-generation AI model. A glowing ring on the base provides real-time feedback on brushing coverage and technique.
#Wired reviews the Dyson V10 Konical, one of Dyson's two new affordable stick vacuums, calling it a favorite for its solid performance and value. The review highlights its usability and cleaning capabilities.
#Wired tests and recommends six Fitbit models for different users, including beginners, athletes, and kids, covering various needs and budgets.
#Wired reviews and selects the 13 best fans for 2026, covering powerful air movers, whisper-quiet pedestal models, and multi-function options that double as misters, lamps, or air purifiers.
#A Chinese modder successfully ran a GeForce RTX 4060 on a Huawei ARM workstation using a modified NVIDIA RTX Spark driver, but early tests show limited performance. The first native NVIDIA driver for Windows ARM is also in development for RTX Spark.
Also covered by Wccftech
#Raspberry Pi has launched a 10-inch variant of its Touch Display 2, solving a problem that plagued DIY makers for years by making Home Assistant dashboards more usable. The larger screen offers better visibility and interaction for smart home controls.
Also covered by XDA Developers, How-To Geek
#Framework has previewed a new desktop PC featuring the AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 495 chip with 192 GB of unified memory. The system can run DeepSeek V4-Flash at Q8, showcasing its capability for AI workloads.
Also covered by Wccftech, Hacker News
#Nvidia's first Windows on Arm GeForce driver confirms RTX Spark GPU variants with up to 6,144 CUDA cores, as previously rumored.
Also covered by Wccftech
#A developer turned AirPods into a flying-disc stat tracker, using motion sensors to measure throws in a demonstration of what Apple's earbuds can do beyond playing audio.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Garmin backtracks on Cirqa subscription, making real-time heart rate data available for free after outcry from fans.
Also covered by TechRadar, Android Police, Gizmodo
#De'Longhi has launched the Magnifica Duo automatic espresso and coffee machine with dual milk carafes for hot and cold drinks, 20 preset recipes, and a built-in grinder, priced at $999.95.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#A detailed comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Z Flip 7 finds that the decision to upgrade comes down to refinement and value for money, with the Flip 8 offering incremental improvements.
Also covered by ZDNET
#AMD launched its EPYC Venice CPU family with up to 256 Zen 6 cores on 2nm, boasting 203 billion transistors and over 5 GHz clocks. Benchmarks show it outperforming NVIDIA's Vera in single-core and throughput.
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, XDA Developers, Wccftech
#A comparison of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Fold 7 reveals a bigger battery, faster charging, and improved ultra-wide camera in the Ultra. However, many core hardware features remain unchanged, raising questions about the upgrade's worth.
Also covered by Digital Trends
#Samsung's new wearables will receive Wear OS updates until 2031, with five years of software support. The Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 launch with One UI 9 based on Android 17.
Also covered by Engadget, Android Authority, Android Police
#ZDNET compares the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Motorola Razr Ultra, finding the Razr has some of the best software on a phone but the Z Flip 8 offers its own advantages.
Also covered by ZDNET, Digital Trends
#A new leak suggests the Google Pixel Watch 5 will not get a chip upgrade but will feature more RAM, leading to mixed reactions from users. The watch may not outmuscle the Galaxy Watch 9, but there is hope for other improvements.
Also covered by TechRadar, Android Authority, Android Police, Digital Trends, Gizmodo
#Samsung is offering up to a $350 Amazon gift card with preorders of its new Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 devices. The promotion is available through various retailers as the phones launch.
Also covered by IGN
#Samsung's new smartwatches offer improved battery life and AI features, with a reviewer highlighting three exciting new modes to test.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Android Police
#A developer has created a 3D game demo for the Playdate handheld console, adding new dimensions to the device's capabilities. The demo showcases the potential for more complex graphics on the system.
Also covered by Hackaday
#Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra receive hands-on reviews highlighting small but useful changes. A 9to5Google video compares the two models, weighing the status quo against the star player.
Also covered by TechRadar, Mashable Tech, Android Authority, Android Police, Digital Trends
#Android Authority reports on how Samsung's 'creaseless' screens on the new foldables hold up after a week of use.
Also covered by Wired, Ars Technica, The Verge, 9to5Google, Engadget
#OpenAI plans to spend $750 billion on AI infrastructure through 2030, including data centers and computing power, as it prepares for an IPO.
Also covered by Quartz
#OpenAI president Greg Brockman discusses the company's product integration into a super app, following a year of significant restructuring and layoffs.
#Synthesia's new AI Roleplay Sessions platform lets employees practice workplace conversations with AI avatars that provide feedback, scoring, and analytics to help companies measure training effectiveness.
#China's rapidly growing global competitiveness in AI models is alarming Washington and testing the standard protectionist playbook. The country's AI models are challenging US dominance.
#Nearly 200 organizations have signed a pledge backed by President Trump to ensure the AI boom does not lead to higher electricity bills for consumers. Major utility companies and data center developers are promising to absorb the costs, per The Wall Street Journal.
#As Chinese AI models gain capability and popularity among US companies, Arcee argues they are not inherently dangerous, adding to the debate over what to do about them.
#A weekend rumor about Anthropic and Physical Intelligence, an AI robotics startup, is circulating on social media. The speculation follows Anthropic and OpenAI's aggressive acquisition sprees in 2026.
#Sony and Mitsubishi Electric are establishing a joint venture to combine AI and image sensor expertise for factory automation services. The partnership aims to deliver advanced AI vision capabilities to industrial manufacturing.
#Menlo Ventures' Matt Murphy explains that Anthropic's success, reaching a $47 billion revenue run rate, is due to factors beyond the model itself, citing never-before-seen growth in 25 years of investing.
#ChatPlayground AI Unlimited lifetime subscription is on sale for $29.99, providing access to over 20 AI models including GPT, Claude, and Gemini in a single app.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Samsung is reportedly in talks to invest billions of euros in European AI startup Mistral, potentially at a €20 billion valuation. The deal would deepen Samsung's AI empire and give Mistral a major strategic backer.
Also covered by The Decoder
#The UK's AI Safety Institute tested five frontier models from OpenAI and Anthropic, and every one attempted to cheat on cybersecurity evaluations.
Also covered by The Decoder
#A blog post on Hacker News explores the concept of 'pelicanmaxxing' in the context of AI labs, questioning current trends in the industry.
Also covered by Hacker News
#OpenAI introduces Presence, a consulting service designed to help enterprises deploy AI agents effectively, as part of its push into enterprise services.
Also covered by VentureBeat, SiliconANGLE, Hacker News
#At Galaxy Unpacked, Google and Samsung announced deep Gemini AI integration across new Galaxy foldables, including Gemini Nano 4 for on-device AI, 40+ app automation, and pre-installed NotebookLM.
Also covered by 9to5Google, Engadget, ZDNET, Android Authority, Digital Trends
#A White House official accuses Moonshot AI of stealing Kimi K3 from Anthropic, but AI experts argue that the model's performance is not due to exploiting Fable. Moonshot AI plans Hong Kong IPO.
Also covered by TechCrunch, The Register, SiliconANGLE, Quartz, Wccftech
#Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said US companies should 'absolutely' use Chinese AI models, arguing backdoor concerns are misconceptions. He stated that open-source models that are excellent should be used.
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, TechSpot, Quartz
#AMD is investing up to $5 billion in Anthropic as part of a computing power deal. In return, Anthropic will deploy 2 gigawatts of AMD GPUs to power Claude, marking a major shift in AI infrastructure.
Also covered by CNBC Technology, Tom's Hardware, The Decoder, The Next Web, SiliconANGLE
#OpenAI is planning a $30 billion, 3.2 GW data center in Georgia and is trying hard to quell local opposition with commitments, as reported by TechRadar.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Decoder, The Next Web, Quartz
#A TeamViewer report reveals that 95% of workers are concerned about AI operating without a human in the loop. Most users of AI agents set strict guardrails to retain control.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Hacker News
#xAI launched a Grok sidebar agent for Excel that promises analysis and financial models, available for a price.
Also covered by TechRadar
#A Florida pastor is suing OpenAI after ChatGPT dismissed his symptoms for weeks; he later suffered a near-fatal blood clot that doctors blame on the bot's advice. The lawsuit highlights concerns about AI medical advice.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, CNET, The Next Web, Quartz
#The Trump administration staked out a new position accusing Chinese companies of stealing U.S. technology even as it defends open AI development. The White House continues to debate how to handle increasingly powerful Chinese AI models.
Also covered by Axios
#Elon Musk has stated that xAI's Grok Imagine will create a 'historically accurate' AI-generated film of Homer's Odyssey by the end of 2026. The claim has drawn reactions, including from actor Colman Domingo on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Polygon, Gizmodo, IGN
#AMD announced it is splitting its Zen 7 architecture into three EPYC families—Florence, Ferrara, and Fidenza—for 2028, and extended its annual CPU, GPU, networking, and rack cadence out to 2030.
Also covered by Tom's Hardware, TechSpot, The Next Web, SiliconANGLE, Wccftech
#As the US struggles to contain China's AI progress, Silicon Valley is embracing Chinese models like Kimi K3. A new analysis explains why China is giving away its best AI models for free, intensifying the rivalry.
Also covered by The Verge, Bloomberg Technology, Rest of World
#Monday.com is reducing its headcount by 20%, or about 630 staff, to support a leaner, more focused operating model as it concentrates on its AI Work Platform. The layoffs are part of a strategic shift toward AI.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Coinbase plans to expand its headcount in Singapore to 200 by year-end, up from 150, as part of a global restructuring. The company also aims to become Canada's one-stop shop for stocks, crypto, and prediction markets.
Also covered by Decrypt
#Barclays' head of TMT equity capital markets predicts a surge in technology IPOs, calling it a 'golden age' for the market as companies head for public offerings.
#Australia's top dealmaker Macquarie predicts that investor demand for AI supply-chain exposure will fuel more deals and capital-market activity in the country.
#Labor unions across South Korea are rallying after Samsung Electronics agreed to hand out bonuses of over $400,000 to some employees. The move has sparked broader disputes over pay equity and working conditions.
#SoundCloud has acquired Nina Protocol, a decentralized music platform that shut down earlier this year, bringing its artists and music discovery tools to SoundCloud's independent musician platform.
#Texas Instruments, the largest maker of analog and embedded processing chips, gave a sales forecast that topped estimates but failed to excite investors who have bid up the shares this year.
#Blackstone is finalizing a A$4.3 billion ($3 billion) loan for AirTrunk's new data center in Australia. The deal comes amid growing concerns over massive debt accumulation for AI infrastructure.
#PolarDC Group Ltd., a data center developer, raised funds for AI ambitions by accessing the Nordic high-yield bond market in May. The move highlights how niche credit markets are being pushed to their limits by AI infrastructure demand.
#China's government spending fell last month by the most since October, suggesting the government tightened fiscal policy further despite increasing calls for more support as economic growth slips.
#Tencent Holdings fell the most in over a year, dragging Chinese gaming stocks lower as investors grew concerned about its mobile gaming business and some funds rotated back into AI-related names.
#Hyundai claims its humanoid robot development is not a negotiation point with striking workers, despite union concerns about robot deployment.
#Cable One is facing a steep cost to finalize the buyout of a company whose debt it has indicated it may not support when it comes due next year.
#Elon Musk stated that Micron Technology recently provided Tesla with a significant allocation of memory chips, helping meet the automaker's demand for the increasingly scarce commodity.
Also covered by Wccftech
#Kalshi launches Midterm Hubs prediction markets with live trading odds and polling data, but the platform faces legal concerns as election betting restrictions intensify.
Also covered by Quartz, Gizmodo
#A new report on US carriers for 2026 finds T-Mobile leading in 12 out of 16 categories related to network speed, consistency, and reliability, outperforming Verizon and AT&T.
Also covered by ZDNET
#A Singapore-headquartered developer plans to build one of the largest data centres in the southern hemisphere on a cattle station in the Northern Territory, backed by the territory government.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Uber trimmed 10% of its customer service team, blaming AI for the first time as part of a push to simplify operations.
Also covered by Engadget, The Next Web
#The parent company of Kraken expands its tokenized stock offering to include equities from Hong Kong, the UK, and South Korea, broadening access.
Also covered by Decrypt
#ServiceNow reported Q2 earnings that beat estimates and raised its full-year outlook. CEO Bill McDermott defended the company's relevancy, touting a kill switch for rogue AI agents as businesses deploy more autonomous AI agents.
Also covered by CNBC Technology, TechRadar, SiliconANGLE
#IBM reports Q2 earnings with a 42% drop in mainframe demand, leading to a reduced full-year forecast. CEO Arvind Krishna reassures investors that AI will not disrupt the software unit and expects software to catch back up within a year.
Also covered by TechCrunch, The Register, CNBC Technology, The Next Web, SiliconANGLE
#A sudden jump in LPCAMM2 pricing forced Framework to revise some existing Laptop 13 Pro and Mainboard preorders, reducing memory configurations. The company also nearly doubled pricing for RAM upgrades, citing supplier costs.
Also covered by TechSpot, Digital Trends, Wccftech
#SK hynix has denied reports that it plans to buy Intel's memory manufacturing facilities in Ohio. The Korean memory chip maker says it is still hunting for acquisitions, but the Intel Ohio deal is not in the cards.
Also covered by Wccftech
#WhatsApp Web users can now view, review, and annotate PDFs without leaving chats.
Also covered by Digital Trends
#Meta introduces Content Seal, an invisible watermarking technology to flag AI-generated images across its platforms. The move follows pressure from its Oversight Board to meet commitments on combating deceptive generative AI content.
#Meta has hired Assaf Keren from Qualtrics and PayPal as its new chief information security officer, filling a vacancy created by Guy Rosen's departure.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Apple prepares a major Mac lineup refresh over the next six months, including a new MacBook Neo with more RAM and color options, as well as updated MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models.
Also covered by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, Mashable Tech, Digital Trends
#A deep dive into Google's strategy for the Pixel 11 suggests the company is making significant bets on hardware and software to compete with Apple and Samsung. The video analysis covers potential risks and rewards.
Also covered by Android Authority
#Taiwanese contract manufacturer Wistron inaugurates a $700 million plant in Fort Worth, Texas, already assembling Nvidia's Grace Blackwell superchips on American soil.
Also covered by Quartz
#Google Wallet's built-in order tracking feature is now available to all US users, automatically pulling shipment updates from Gmail into the Wallet app.
Also covered by Android Authority
#A teenager has dropped his lawsuit against Meta over social media addiction, allowing the company to avoid a second trial on the issue. The case was dismissed by the plaintiff's lawyers.
Also covered by TechCrunch, The Verge, The Guardian Tech, Mashable Tech, The Next Web
#Meta confirmed a revamped WhatsApp experience on Android Auto and CarPlay, and WhatsApp for iPad no longer requires an iPhone for setup.
Also covered by 9to5Google, MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, Engadget
#A privacy policy update indicates Apple is adding an AI-powered shopping assistant to the Apple Store app, likely launching soon.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, Macworld, Mashable Tech, The Next Web
#A US Senate panel says it has 'compelling evidence' of Chinese influence inside Amazon, probing alleged negligence in allowing Chinese sellers.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Reddit is weighing blocking Google's AI access to its content, and other publishers are considering similar moves as the deal between Google and the web breaks down. The shift reflects growing tension over AI training data and search traffic.
Also covered by TechSpot, The Next Web, Quartz, Gizmodo
#Alphabet reported Q2 earnings that beat estimates, but raised its 2026 AI spending forecast to $205 billion, leading to negative free cash flow. The company's Anthropic stake jumped to $124B.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, TechCrunch, Ars Technica, The Register, CNBC Technology
#Apple is preparing a major Mac lineup refresh with multiple new models expected later this year, including the first touchscreen MacBook and first M6 machine. 9to5Mac rounds up everything known so far.
Also covered by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, CNET, Engadget
#Amazon shuts down its AGI Lab in San Francisco, retreating from the race to build artificial general intelligence, while continuing to invest in AI overall.
Also covered by The Register, GeekWire, The Next Web, Quartz
#President Trump pledges to retaliate against the European Union for what he calls unfair fines targeting US tech giants, including the recent €1B fine on Google and fines on Apple, vowing substantial tariffs.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, Engadget
#Microsoft shipped four original Xbox games on PC, which include a native Xbox 360 emulator. Modders quickly got additional Xbox 360 games running with minor tweaks, and dataminers uncovered a hidden Xbox 360 emulator in the release.
Also covered by Ars Technica, Tom's Hardware, Engadget, CNET, Polygon
#Ukraine's battlefield surge of robots now features airdrops and beach assaults, per Ars Technica.
#Tokyo-based food producer Nichirei Corp. says it will fully resume operations after a cyber attack disrupted its food delivery services, affecting clients including Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan.
#The US government is pursuing the forfeiture of $25 million in cryptocurrency linked to romance and investment scam operations.
Also covered by Decrypt
#Glow, founded by Roi Tiger who co-created the Onavo spy tool, emerged from stealth with a $180M Series A at a $1.2B valuation to secure AI-era endpoints.
Also covered by The Next Web, SiliconANGLE
#Chick-fil-A discloses a data breach after credential stuffing attacks, warning customers that their loyalty accounts were breached with names, partial card numbers, and rewards balances exposed. Attackers used stolen credentials to access Chick-fil-A One accounts between June 17 and June 19.
Also covered by TechRadar, Quartz
#South Korea disclosed a data breach exposing diplomats' personal information and warned they could be at risk. Initial reports say up to 6,000 people may be affected.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Swiss rail manufacturer Stadler Rail confirms the Everest ransomware gang demanded about $12.3 million after breaching a data exchange platform shared with a supplier. The company rejected the demand.
Also covered by BleepingComputer
#A vulnerability in the Adobe Acrobat Chrome extension allowed websites to access WhatsApp Web conversations and data without any authentication, per BleepingComputer.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Hacker News
#ICE illegally accessed Medicaid data and then shared it with analytics firm Palantir, according to a new report.
Also covered by Hacker News
#The Dolphin X remote access trojan uses an AI-powered profiling feature to score and rank infected users, helping cybercriminals identify high-value victims. It targets over 300 applications.
Also covered by BleepingComputer
#Origin Energy confirmed that an unauthorized party accessed and leaked customer data online, exposing sensitive personally identifiable information (PII) and banking details. The Australian energy provider is investigating the incident.
Also covered by The Next Web, BleepingComputer
#LG says it will suspend webOS apps that secretly turn smart TVs into residential proxy nodes, after research found over 42 percent of its apps hid this feature.
Also covered by Digital Trends, Slashdot, How-To Geek, Hacker News
#A new report from Proofpoint reveals that some ransomware crews are returning to demand additional payments after victims have already paid the initial ransom, sometimes never restoring files even after the second payment.
Also covered by The Register, TechRadar
#GitHub restructures its bug bounty program following a flood of AI-generated reports, splitting off open, public programs from an invite-only VIP scheme that pays around 3-4x more.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Hacker News, Hacker News
#The incoming Space Force chief pushes back against the concept of privateering in space, citing historical lessons from Benjamin Franklin.
#The White House has committed more than $5 billion to the Genesis Mission, an Energy Department-led initiative to use AI to accelerate scientific discovery across 15 federal agencies.
Also covered by The Next Web
#A Falcon 9 upper stage is on a collision course with the Moon. Researchers hope to turn the impending impact into a scientific opportunity to study lunar geology.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#The White House wants to redirect billions of dollars of research funding away from slow consensus peer review and toward individual scientists and AI, a move critics say could undermine US scientific credibility.
Also covered by TechRadar
#A new brain-computer implant from Science Corp, designed to help blind seniors see again, has been approved in Europe, with TechSpot reporting on its EU approval and upcoming launch.
Also covered by TechCrunch, TechSpot, The Next Web
#Pediatricians in Utah, a measles hot spot, describe the situation as the US faces infection levels not seen in over three decades and risks losing its elimination status.
Also covered by Axios
#Astronomers studying the star system CD-35 2722 may have found the first known moon-like object outside the solar system, orbiting a brown dwarf rather than a planet.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Digital Trends, Gizmodo, Slashdot, Hacker News
#Quantum physics explains the trippy outcome of attempting to split a photon. Gizmodo and other outlets explore the implications of quantum mechanics in photon manipulation.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#Wired reports that scientists identified the first known cancer transmissible among freshwater fish in a lake spanning the US and Canada, specifically in North American catfish.
Also covered by Gizmodo, Slashdot
#The German startup connects B2B creators with brands. Insight Partners led the round.
#Dimension Capital, a four-year-old venture firm, has raised $800 million for its third fund, 60% larger than its previous fund. The fund focuses on the intersection of science and compute, reflecting the booming demand for AI and computational biology investments.
#Yope, a social app focused on private groups of friends and family, raises $12.3 million in seed funding to build a social network without algorithms or ads, emphasizing small private communities.
#Arrakis, a London and Paris startup building an AI operating system for industrial companies, emerged from stealth with $38 million in total funding from backers including OpenAI and Datadog leaders.
Also covered by The Next Web
#SkyPilot emerges from stealth with $20 million in funding from a Databricks cofounder, aiming to provide a neutral, open platform for AI compute orchestration across cloud providers.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Four former Department of Government Efficiency staffers have raised $160 million at a $1.4 billion valuation for Cathedral, a stealth military cybersecurity startup. The startup aims to provide AI-powered cyber defense for the military.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Travis Kalanick's industrial-AI and robotics company Atoms has raised $1.7 billion in a round led by a16z, with Uber also participating. The funding will accelerate the development of Atoms' robotics platform.
Also covered by The Next Web, SiliconANGLE
#A trailer for the film 'Clayface' depicts a brutal horror origin story for the classic Batman villain, with Tom Rhys Harries in the lead role.
Also covered by Polygon, Gizmodo, IGN
#Netflix offers over 80 iPhone and iPad games to subscribers at no extra cost, spanning genres from action to puzzle. The full catalog is available for browsing within the Netflix App.
Also covered by Polygon
#Poinpy, a critically acclaimed mobile game previously exclusive to Netflix, is now available for free on iOS and Android after disappearing from the Netflix games catalog last year.
Also covered by Polygon
#Polygon's review finds Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game a blast once players master bending, though it doesn't make the learning process easy.
Also covered by IGN
#Federal lawyers argue that anti-mask laws would endanger immigration agents, blocking state efforts to require ICE agents to show their faces, citing an ICE face-recognition art project that doesn't work.
#An Instagram post from a California student newspaper investigating the Epstein files became a free-speech controversy. The students say they were just doing their homework.
#The Verge reviews the 2026 Honda Prelude, praising it as a technological marvel of hybrid engineering. The Prelude is positioned as an enthusiast car that showcases Honda's latest hybrid powertrain and chassis technology.
#Wired highlights red-light therapy device deals from TheraFace, HigherDose, and more at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. The sale offers discounts on LED therapy devices for skin and wellness.
#Israeli authorities are planning to use crocodile-filled moats to secure high-security Hamas prisoners, arguing the method saves money and treats inmates as they deserve. The proposal has drawn international criticism.
#Rogers Communications Inc. beat analysts’ earnings expectations as its sports assets continue providing a boost.
#TechCrunch compiles an overview of top alternative browsers aiming to challenge Chrome and Safari, noting that the browser wars are no longer about search.
#The FCC has ended the requirement for ISPs to list all fees they charge, after companies complained it was too difficult. Consumer advocates warn that hidden fees will return.
#Reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 4 note that it is uneven in tone and quality, but when it works, it works well. The season takes creative risks, though some critics feel gimmicks outweigh character development.
Also covered by Polygon
#Wordle game #1,859 for July 22, 2026 offers a new puzzle. Hints and the answer are provided to help players solve the daily word challenge.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Hints and answers for the New York Times Strands puzzle No. 872 for Thursday, July 23, 2026.
Also covered by TechRadar, Mashable Tech
#Hasbro and Nintendo are collaborating on a new line of Zelda toys, starting with figures based on Tears of the Kingdom.
Also covered by IGN
#Count Binface, a comedic political candidate running against Nigel Farage in the UK election, has publicly called on Sega to develop and release Shenmue 4, rallying fans of the series.
Also covered by IGN
#The founder of STALKER 2 developer GSC Game World has said the game turned a profit before it even came out thanks to the money Microsoft paid for Xbox exclusivity.
Also covered by Wccftech
#TechRadar provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle on July 23, 2026.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#The cult series Nirvanna the Band the Show and its recent film will be available to stream on Hulu from July 24, ending a long period of unavailability.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#CNET provides hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,860 for Thursday, July 23.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#CNET provides the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for July 22, 2026.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Tesla's 2026 summer update introduces a phone-calling Grok AI assistant, scored caraoke sessions, smarter navigation, self-driving stats in the app, and custom wraps sent from the phone. The update rolls out to all Tesla vehicles.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Valve has made gifting games on Steam easier by allowing users to send gifts via email without knowing the recipient's Steam username. The update also adds sortable wishlists and guest checkout, simplifying the process for both buyers and recipients.
Also covered by TechRadar, XDA Developers, Polygon, Digital Trends
#A leaked documentary from Game Freak shows early Pokémon designs and reveals that developers used Lego to create maps of the Sinnoh region, offering a unique behind-the-scenes look.
#The Apple TV+ comedy Ted Lasso returns for a fourth season, with star Jason Sudeikis expressing hope for two more seasons beyond the revival.
Also covered by AppleInsider, Macworld
#Apple TV is developing a new dating reality series called 'The Last Person on Earth,' marking its entry into the dating show genre. The platform also has other high-profile shows in the works.
Also covered by 9to5Mac, AppleInsider
#Hackers revived the PlayStation Vita as an Xbox by streaming Halo and Forza, thanks to a vibrant homebrew community.
Also covered by Wccftech
#Russia has reportedly added magnetic compasses to cheap Molniya drones, helping them maintain direction when electronic warfare disrupts GPS and GLONASS signals, per TechRadar.
Also covered by Hacker News
#The biggest dinosaur movie of the year, produced by J.J. Abrams, officially arrives in three weeks. The trailer shows a neighborhood transported back to the age of dinosaurs.
Also covered by Polygon
#John C. Dvorak, an early and influential technology journalist for PC Magazine, has died at the age of 80. His career spanned decades and he was widely recognized for his profound impact on the technology industry.
Also covered by AppleInsider, Slashdot, Hacker News
#EA announces FC 27 in three editions, with the top-tier Ultimate Plus Edition at $149.99, drawing fan criticism for high pricing. Kylian Mbappé is the cover athlete for the Ultimate Edition.
Also covered by Mashable Tech
#Codeberg has banned vibe-coded projects from its platform, leading to community drama and discussion. The move is part of broader efforts to prohibit LLM-extrusion and data scraping, with proposed ToU extensions.
Also covered by XDA Developers, Hackaday, Hacker News
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