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107 stories from 43 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Bloomberg reports Phil Schiller is stepping down as the head of Apple's App Store and product events, with Eddy Cue taking over those responsibilities. Schiller will stay on as an Apple Fellow focused on unspecified initiatives, part of a wave of executive changes ahead of Tim Cook's departure as CEO.
Also covered by The Verge, TechCrunch, MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider
#Apple today released the sixth public betas of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and tvOS 27, allowing anyone with a compatible device to test upcoming features.
Also covered by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider
#The European Union has officially designated ChatGPT as a search engine, placing it under stricter oversight alongside Reddit and Roblox under the Digital Services Act. Gizmodo reports the classification subjects the AI platform to more rigorous compliance requirements.
Also covered by The Verge, Ars Technica, Engadget, The Next Web, The Decoder
#Trump tells FCC to punish NBC journalist Kristen Welker for calling his election results 'mixed', continuing his pattern of targeting female reporters.
Also covered by Axios
#Madrona's IA40 list highlights private companies shaping AI, and managing director Matt McIlwain says a successful Anthropic IPO could open the door for more AI companies to go public. OpenAI, Anthropic, and Databricks dominate AI fundraising.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology
#Sebastien Page, T. Rowe Price's CIO, discusses the outlook for financial markets, the AI trade, and factors impacting bond yields on Bloomberg.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology
#India announces a $13.4 billion fund to subsidize semiconductor design and manufacturing equipment, aiming to boost domestic chip production and reduce reliance on imports.
#Barclays senior bankers say the billions borrowed for data centers in Asia are pushing banks to their limits, making them more selective about projects to finance.
#Shenzhen Longsys Electronics Co. is aiming to raise up to $801 million in a Hong Kong listing, joining a wave of AI supply chain companies going public. The company's onshore shares have gained about 50% this year.
#Airbnb is testing a lower commission structure for hosts, taking a reduced cut of 6% or 10% in a pilot program aimed at encouraging hosts to stay on the platform rather than booking directly.
#Swedish education group AcadeMedia AB downplayed the risk of sweeping reforms to independent schools after next month's election, arguing strong parent support makes radical changes politically difficult.
#SK Hynix is studying the feasibility of a joint venture to manufacture memory chips in Japan. The move is one of several options to meet surging AI demand while controlling production costs.
#Radiant has won a $750 million US Army contract to provide 15 portable nuclear microreactors under the Janus program. The company's president and COO discussed the technology and scaling plans.
#Huawei Technologies Co. posted a deep profit decline as rising memory costs and increased semiconductor research spending weighed on earnings.
#About 25% of S&P 500 companies now quantify benefits from AI, up from 14% a year ago, with AI adopters also showing higher revenue growth and margin improvement, according to Morgan Stanley.
#Blerina Uruci, T. Rowe Price's chief US economist, expresses confidence that inflation will reach 2% even without interest rates being too restrictive, in an interview on Bloomberg.
#SLB Ltd. agreed to acquire Kelvion, a provider of data center cooling solutions, from investors including Apollo Funds for $3.4 billion in cash. The deal underscores growing demand for cooling infrastructure amid the AI boom.
#Bloomberg Opinion columnist Catherine Thorbecke says Hollywood should study China's low-budget microdrama format, which has become a multibillion-dollar global industry, rather than repeat Quibi's costly mistake.
#The Brazilian unit of Prosus NV filed a complaint with Brazil's antitrust regulator against China's Meituan, accusing it of using artificially low prices to squash competition.
#Grindr CEO George Arison is pushing back on Wall Street's 'Grindr discount' with plans to expand beyond dating into AI, healthcare, and long-distance matchmaking. The strategy includes a controversial $350-plus EDGE subscription tier as Grindr aims to become the 'gayborhood in your pocket.' Investors are still deciding whether the company can pull it off.
#Forrester Research CEO George Colony discusses whether AI hype is justified, Nvidia's $3.5B MediaTek investment, and what comes next for the industry.
#T. Rowe Price CEO Rob Sharps says private assets are slowly moving into 401(k) plans and sees tax-loss harvesting as a growth area. He discusses how the company is adapting to passive investing and AI adoption.
#Newell Brands CEO Chris Peterson says AI has slashed digital content costs by 80%. The company is leveraging AI to improve efficiency while navigating a divided consumer market.
#LG Energy Solution signed a binding 10-year take-or-pay agreement for 8,000 tonnes per year of battery-grade lithium carbonate from Smackover Lithium in Arkansas, starting in 2029.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Polymarket is raising $1 billion in a round led by Donald Trump Jr.'s investment firm, valuing the prediction market platform at $21 billion, per a report. The raise is far larger than the $300 million previously reported.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Next Web, CoinDesk
#Hyperliquid is in advanced talks to bring its perpetual futures to US traders through Kraken's parent company Payward, as reported by Bloomberg.
Also covered by Decrypt
#Kalshi is partnering with Alpaca, which reaches 14 million brokerage accounts across 300+ financial institutions, to expand its prediction markets internationally.
Also covered by Quartz, CoinDesk, ReadWrite
#Kalshi bans George Santos for life over State of the Union bets and market manipulation, and suspends North Carolina Republican Laurie Buckhout for buying less than $1,000 of contracts on her own race, drawing a three-year ban.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Engadget, CoinDesk, Gizmodo, Slashdot
#SB Energy, an AI data center company backed by Softbank, Nvidia, and OpenAI, has filed for an IPO on Nasdaq under the ticker SBE, despite not yet having operational data centers.
Also covered by SiliconANGLE, The Next Web, Quartz
#Oil prices are heading back toward $100 a barrel amid Iran strikes, with diesel futures at an all-time high, as investors recognize the persistent impact of the war on markets.
Also covered by Axios
#The FTC and 22 states sue Amazon for allegedly inflating ad auction prices. Amazon's defense claims even it cannot predict its own ad reserve prices.
Also covered by The Verge, Ars Technica, Bloomberg Technology, CNBC Technology, Engadget
#JMGO's Iris Ultra Max projector is now available globally. It features a dual-iris system for 10,000:1 native contrast, 4K at 120Hz, and built-in Google TV, targeting gamers and sports fans.
#Wired reviews the best MagSafe phone grips that keep phones secure in hand while adding personality, from durable to stylish options.
#Wired reviews the Asus ProArt 27 QD-OLED (PA279cdv), calling it a monitor that brings proper HDR-capable video editing to creators who couldn't previously afford an OLED display.
#Dell drops the Alienware AW2726DM 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor to $319.99, a $30 break from its usual $349.99 price, marking the first discount on the budget-friendly model.
#Google has raised the price of the Google TV Streamer to $149.99, a 50% increase from the original $100. TechRadar suggests that Apple TV 4K or Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K may now be better options.
Also covered by 9to5Google, Engadget, XDA Developers, TechRadar, Android Authority
#Sony's media tab on PS5 now offers over 100 free live channels and on-demand series including The Walking Dead, Hell's Kitchen, and Naruto, with no subscription required.
Also covered by CNET, TechRadar, TechSpot, Polygon, MakeUseOf
#Hugging Face's Pollen Robotics Microduck robot has sold over 10,000 units since launching, and is powered by a Chinese chip.
Also covered by The Next Web, Quartz
#Android Authority reports that Google has confirmed a static noise bug in Pixel 11 video recordings and promised a fix. The bug causes crackling and static sounds in Video Boost recordings.
Also covered by Android Authority, Android Police
#JD Power's survey reveals that 35% of passenger screens have never been used, and drivers prefer technology they can ignore over flashy features. The findings highlight a disconnect between automakers' in-car tech investments and actual usage.
Also covered by The Next Web
#The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones have fallen to a record-low price of $198 at Amazon in a Labor Day sale. Experts recommend them as class-leading headphones.
Also covered by Wired, Mashable Tech, TechRadar, IGN
#Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 is so popular that the company is diverting parts originally intended for future models, leading to component shortages and production adjustments.
Also covered by Android Authority, Android Police
#TCL's Tab A1 NXTPAPER tablet features an eye-friendly e-paper-like display and starts at $229. The device targets both business and pleasure use, mixing productivity with entertainment.
Also covered by Android Authority, Gizmodo
#The Pixel Watch 5 demonstrates good repairability in a teardown, while a review highlights it as Google's best smartwatch. A September update is rolling out.
Also covered by Android Authority, Android Police, Hackaday
#Saudi Arabia's Humain is partnering with Applied Intuition to deploy self-driving trucks by 2030, as the kingdom's leading AI firm looks to find practical applications for the technology aligned with national priorities.
#In an interview with The Verge, New York Governor Kathy Hochul discusses tech policy, including AI regulation, in an election year with major tech issues at stake.
#Z.AI Co.'s revenue fell short of expectations, highlighting the challenge of shipping near-frontier models in China's crowded AI market, where rivals like DeepSeek and Moonshot AI compete aggressively on price.
#China laid out conditions for AI talks with the US, accusing Anthropic of bad behavior, setting a strident tone ahead of a much-anticipated meeting.
#A bipartisan House Intelligence Committee report reviewing the legacy of the 9/11 Commission found that existing safeguards may not keep pace with AI's rapid advancement, warning that AI could enable terrorists to build far deadlier weapons.
Also covered by Quartz, Gizmodo
#The Bank of England governor has warned that frontier AI models pose a significant threat to global financial stability, citing investment concentration and AI model security risks, per TechRadar.
Also covered by The Guardian Tech, The Next Web, TechRadar, Quartz, Gizmodo
#The US military expands its AI platform GenAI.mil by integrating custom models of OpenAI's ChatGPT and xAI's Grok, tailored for defense and operational use.
Also covered by TechRadar, The Decoder, Quartz, Gizmodo
#ChatGPT Ads reaches $1 billion in annualized revenue as the EU brings it under the Digital Services Act. However, users report poor ad targeting, calling the system 'garbage' and questioning its effectiveness.
Also covered by SiliconANGLE, The Next Web, The Decoder, Quartz, Hacker News
#A multimillion-dollar campaign backed by big tech companies aims to reverse the public's growing disdain for AI data centers. Data center opposition has reached 61% in the US.
Also covered by TechCrunch, CNET, Decrypt
#Anthropic has signed a $35 billion cloud computing deal with Lambda, an Nvidia-backed provider, to ramp up Claude infrastructure. The Decoder reports the deal will provide Anthropic with massive compute capacity for training and running its AI models.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, The Next Web, The Decoder, CoinDesk
#Pocket's AI-powered mobile game creation tool makes it easy to build interactive 'gizmos,' but sharing them outside Meta's ecosystem is restricted. The tool reflects Meta's broader strategy of keeping AI-generated content within its walled garden.
#The US is restricting more foreign-made drones and robots, but China's manufacturing scale means the global competition may simply move elsewhere, per TechCrunch.
#Apple moved up the launch of M6 Mac mini and M5 Ultra Mac Studio after stronger-than-expected enterprise demand for AI-capable Macs. The company was reportedly caught off guard by the surge in orders.
Also covered by Slashdot, Hacker News
#Apple accuses a former employee of stealing trade secrets for OpenAI and destroying evidence, now revealing forensic evidence from the employee's MacBook in the escalating legal fight.
Also covered by TechCrunch, MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, Engadget
#Apple adds three 2018 Macs to its obsolete products list, ending support for those models.
Also covered by AppleInsider, Macworld
#Instagram is making it harder for AI-generated personas to pass as real people, cracking down on undisclosed AI profiles and limiting their reach after admitting users cannot reliably distinguish them from genuine accounts.
Also covered by TechCrunch, 9to5Google, CNET, Engadget, TechSpot
#In an exclusive interview, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discussed AI future and the MediaTek partnership. He also commented that AGI doesn't really matter, sparking debate about the more immediate threat of ordinary AI misuse.
Also covered by TechRadar
#Nvidia invests $3.5 billion in MediaTek as the companies expand their partnership into custom AI infrastructure with NVLink Fusion interconnect, local AI computing, and automotive platforms. MediaTek shares rose 10% on the news.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Bloomberg Technology, CNBC Technology, SiliconANGLE, Quartz
#Singapore announces S$220 million ($173 million) in fintech funding over three years, as private investment in the sector hits a decade low, per KPMG.
Also covered by The Next Web
#Startup Clipto, which uses AI to search large video libraries, has reached $15 million in ARR and profitability. It raised a $15 million round at a $250 million valuation.
#Bolt founder Ryan Breslow is raising up to $27 million in pay-to-play bridge funding, including $5 million of his own money, to rescue the checkout startup once valued at $11 billion.
#Andreessen Horowitz has raised billions in new funds, growing its growth fund to $8.5 billion and launching a new $1.1 billion fund to invest in startups.
#Circleback is introducing a free tier and new pricing plans starting from $14 per month to attract more customers.
#Blue Voice, a startup founded by a Harvard Law dropout, raises $6 million in seed funding led by SignalFire and Las Olas VC. The app provides real-time legal and policy guidance to police officers.
#A security researcher discovered nine vulnerabilities impacting ATM encryption and authentication software, highlighting broader supply chain issues.
#AI's effectiveness at finding vulnerabilities may make it harder for governments to use hacking tools and spyware, potentially reigniting calls to backdoor devices.
#New York Governor Kathy Hochul tells 3D printed gun creator Cody Wilson she will get ahead of him, responding to a tool that skirts state law.
#Ars Technica warns that devices offering free streaming services often repurpose home internet connections as part of a proxy network, posing security and privacy risks.
#The Cronos blockchain network has resumed trading after a price-manipulation attack on the Tectonic cryptocurrency lending platform allowed an attacker to borrow $74 million. The exploit caused a temporary halt.
Also covered by BleepingComputer, Decrypt
#A new study finds that El Niño is now stronger than at any point in the last 1,000 years, with coral data showing climate change is supercharging the phenomenon.
Also covered by Gizmodo
#Researchers find that electrically charged raindrops can degrade Teflon and corrode copper beneath it, potentially damaging cars and buildings like the Eiffel Tower. Uncharged droplets cause no comparable damage.
Also covered by Gizmodo, Slashdot
#Naughty Dog confirms that performance capture for its upcoming game Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet has finished shooting.
#The Bentley Supersports is the lightest Bentley in 85 years, offering a purist driving experience.
#Ars Technica promotes its forums as a space for community discussion that doesn't fit under article comments.
#Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang and Rick Tsai, MediaTek Inc. CEO, talk about expanding their partnership. Nvidia is investing $3.5 billion in the Taiwanese chipmaker. They speak exclusively to Bloomberg's Ed Ludlow. (Source: Bloomberg)
#Poland's security services are investigating whether a fire at WB Electronics, the country's largest drone producer, was an act of sabotage.
#The free and open-source VLC media player has surpassed 7 billion downloads, a testament to its enduring popularity in a world of expensive streaming platforms.
#Wired rounds up top mattress deals from Labor Day 2026 sales. The recommendations are based on in-home testing of various beds now available at discounted prices.
#Healthcare giant McKesson has confirmed a data breach after hackers claimed to have stolen millions of patient records. The group ShinyHunters is demanding a $55.2 million ransom. The breach also raises concerns about pacemaker security.
Also covered by The Register
#<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2026/08/Apple-pundits-say-Vision-Pro-is-the-best-way-to-watch-baseball.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Both Apple pundits and most of the internet seem to agree that <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/vision-pro/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Vision Pro</a> is the best way to watch baseball, following the immersive experience offered by Apple’s <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/10/apple-immersive-live-video-mlb-game-schedule/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target
Also covered by 9to5Mac
#The CDC has tallied nearly 30,000 confirmed and probable cases of Cyclospora this summer, as the Trump administration shelves research on the parasite amid broader cuts to food safety programs and supply chain issues.
Also covered by Ars Technica
#Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warned G20 finance officials that advanced frontier AI models could materially increase cyber risk across the financial system by making attacks faster, cheaper, and more scalable. He also pointed to risks from inflated AI valuations and rising leverage, calling for stronger defenses as AI threats grow.
Also covered by SiliconANGLE, The Decoder, Slashdot
#Apple stockholders have seen an astonishing 2,736% gain under Tim Cook's leadership. As Cook steps down, new CEO John Ternus takes over with a focus on product building.
Also covered by The Verge, Bloomberg Technology, CNBC Technology, Axios, 9to5Mac
#John Ternus starts his first day as Apple CEO, sending a company-wide memo. Tim Cook signed off quoting Steve Jobs, and multiple articles reflect on the transition and Ternus's priorities.
Also covered by Bloomberg Technology, 9to5Mac, The Next Web, Mashable Tech, Slashdot
#Polygon reports that Wallace & Gromit are receiving their first official Lego set, inspired by the third film in the series, transitioning from fan creation to official product.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Gizmodo, IGN
#Claims adjusters report that AI is complicating the insurance process, contrary to promises of efficiency, as they struggle with automated systems.
Also covered by TechSpot
#Disney+ has canceled its live-action reboot of the animated series Gargoyles. The project, which had been in development, will no longer move forward, according to Gizmodo.
#The open-source AI agent framework OpenClaw 2.0 arrives with a rebuilt browser app, easier setup, and multiplayer AI coding era. The update took two months and now targets enterprise use, per Decrypt.
Also covered by VentureBeat, SiliconANGLE, Mashable Tech, PCWorld, TechSpot
#President Trump pushes back against growing opposition to AI data centers, saying protests undermine US competitiveness.
Also covered by Axios, The Guardian Tech, Tom's Hardware, Mashable Tech, TechRadar
#A YouTuber describes a two-hour Grand Theft Auto 6 preview that surprised Rockstar with something new. The game features a morality meter that can 'shatter,' locking in a November launch.
#Adam Wingard's new action thriller 'Onslaught' is being called the nastiest action thriller of 2026. The director also discusses a hidden MonsterVerse Easter egg in the film.
#NVIDIA board partners implement new price hikes on RTX 5080, 5070 Ti, and 5070 due to memory cost increases.
Also covered by TechSpot, Wccftech
#The upcoming Pokémon: Wild Card movie gets a 2027 release, and fans believe its announcement teaser hid a brand-new Mega Evolution.
#Apple has renamed Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' in its Maps app for US users, following an executive order from President Trump amid trade tensions with Canada. The move has drawn criticism from Canadian officials and citizens.
Also covered by The Verge, TechCrunch, Axios, The Guardian Tech, MacRumors
#Amazon's Labor Day sale drops the Fire TV Stick 4K Select to $19.99, a 60% discount from $49.99. The deal is likely limited-time.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, Android Authority
#Sony's September 2026 State of Play featured GTA 6 limited-edition DualSense controllers, Crimson Desert's first expansion, and Ghost of Yōtei, but was overshadowed by fan demands and the absence of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and other first-party titles.
Also covered by Engadget, Polygon, Mashable Tech, IGN
#John Ternus begins his tenure as Apple CEO, creating an X account and sharing his first post, as the company prepares for a foldable iPhone.
Also covered by The Verge, MacRumors, 9to5Mac, AppleInsider, CNET
#Microsoft is working to resolve an ongoing Exchange Online outage that is delaying email delivery to and from external domains. Users are experiencing 'Server busy' errors and message delays.
Also covered by TechCrunch, Mashable Tech, Android Authority, BleepingComputer
#MapQuest adds Android Auto support, capitalizing on its revived fame after refusing to rename Lake Ontario.
Also covered by TechCrunch, 9to5Google, MacRumors, CNET, Fast Company Tech
#Amazon's Labor Day sale offers discounts on TVs, Apple products, Amazon devices, and budget-friendly workout machines.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar, IGN
#Onimusha: Way of the Sword receives strong reviews, with critics praising its parry mechanic as the best in video games. A PC performance analysis confirms the game runs well on Capcom's RE Engine with good optimization.
Also covered by TechRadar, Polygon, IGN, Wccftech
#Labor Day sales from Amazon, Best Buy, and other retailers include discounts on a wide range of products. Notable deals include the Gigabyte AERO X16 RTX 5070 gaming laptop dropping to $1,340 at Best Buy.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, TechRadar, IGN
#The Blood of Dawnwalker has sold 1 million copies in two days. New quest walkthroughs for 'Good Home' and 'Come Hither' have been published, guiding players through the game.
Also covered by TechRadar, Polygon, IGN, Wccftech
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