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Dutch government blocks US company from acquisition, citing ‘risk to public interest’
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Dutch government blocks US company from acquisition, citing ‘risk to public interest’

The Dutch government has blocked the acquisition of Solvinity by Kyndryl, citing risks to public interest. The deal…

5/26/2026 · 2 min read · 30 views
Iranian hackers blamed for breach of Los Angeles transit system that took weeks to recover
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Iranian hackers blamed for breach of Los Angeles transit system that took weeks to recover

Iranian hackers have been identified as responsible for a significant breach of the Los Angeles transit system. The…

5/26/2026 · 3 min read · 29 views
Ghost hackers: the cybersecurity mystery that nobody has solved
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Ghost hackers: the cybersecurity mystery that nobody has solved

The article explores the unsolved mystery of the Shadow Brokers, a hacking group that leaked sophisticated…

5/26/2026 · 5 min read · 31 views
Ferrari’s first EV is not for you
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Ferrari’s first EV is not for you

Ferrari has unveiled its first electric vehicle, the Luce, which has received significant backlash for its design.…

5/26/2026 · 5 min read · 26 views
Universal Music Group and TikTok renew agreement to combat unauthorized AI music
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Universal Music Group and TikTok renew agreement to combat unauthorized AI music

Universal Music Group and TikTok have renewed their licensing agreement to address unauthorized AI-generated music on…

5/26/2026 · 3 min read · 32 views
Spotify now lets you stream narrated magazine articles, too
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Spotify now lets you stream narrated magazine articles, too

Spotify has introduced narrated long-form magazine articles to its app, available to Premium subscribers as part of…

5/26/2026 · 3 min read · 40 views
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird ticket rates end May 29
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Early Bird ticket rates end May 29

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is approaching, with early bird ticket rates ending on May 29. The event will take place from…

5/26/2026 · 4 min read · 23 views
7-Eleven data breach affects over 185,000 people’s personal data
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7-Eleven data breach affects over 185,000 people’s personal data

A data breach at 7-Eleven has compromised the personal information of over 185,000 individuals. The breach, attributed…

5/26/2026 · 2 min read · 30 views
Amazon fulfillment competitor Stord raises $250M at $3B valuation
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Amazon fulfillment competitor Stord raises $250M at $3B valuation

E-commerce logistics company Stord has successfully raised $250 million, achieving a valuation of $3 billion. This…

5/26/2026 · 3 min read · 29 views
What ClickUp’s mass layoff tells us about the future of work
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What ClickUp’s mass layoff tells us about the future of work

ClickUp has laid off 22% of its workforce, which CEO Zeb Evans claims is a strategic move to embrace AI rather than a…

5/25/2026 · 3 min read · 26 views
The pope’s AI encyclical isn’t really about AI
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The pope’s AI encyclical isn’t really about AI

Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, addressing the impact of artificial intelligence…

5/25/2026 · 3 min read · 40 views
The pitch trick that helped an eSports startup raise $20M when VCs only wanted AI
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The pitch trick that helped an eSports startup raise $20M when VCs only wanted AI

Lucra Sports successfully raised $20 million in a Series B funding round led by ARK Invest, despite the current…

5/25/2026 · 5 min read · 22 views
Startup Battlefield 200 applications close in days: Apply before May 27
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Startup Battlefield 200 applications close in days: Apply before May 27

The application deadline for Startup Battlefield 200 is approaching on May 27. This program offers startups the chance…

5/25/2026 · 4 min read · 40 views
5 days left: Save up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 passes before prices increase
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5 days left: Save up to $410 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 passes before prices increase

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is approaching, with only five days left to take advantage of early bird pricing. Attendees…

5/25/2026 · 5 min read · 28 views
Search engines alternatives now that Google isn't Google anymore
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Search engines alternatives now that Google isn't Google anymore

Google is undergoing a significant transformation in its search functionality, shifting towards an AI-driven approach.…

5/25/2026 · 6 min read · 33 views
Everyone is navigating AI security in real time — even Google
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Everyone is navigating AI security in real time — even Google

Francis de Souza, COO of Google Cloud, discussed the evolving landscape of AI security during a recent event. He…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 36 views
Xreal, Google’s smartglasses partner, thinks it has finally mastered this notoriously tricky industry
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Xreal, Google’s smartglasses partner, thinks it has finally mastered this notoriously tricky industry

Xreal, a partner of Google, is optimistic about its latest smart glasses, Project Aura, which aims to overcome the…

5/24/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
I tried Amazon’s Bee wearable and am both intrigued and slightly creeped out
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I tried Amazon’s Bee wearable and am both intrigued and slightly creeped out

Amazon's Bee wearable is an AI wrist gadget designed to assist users by recording and summarizing conversations. While…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 30 views
TechCrunch Mobility: Robotaxi reality check
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TechCrunch Mobility: Robotaxi reality check

Waymo's robotaxi operations are facing challenges despite their presence in cities like San Francisco. The company has…

5/24/2026 · 7 min read · 30 views
6 kitchen gadgets that make adulting feel easier
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6 kitchen gadgets that make adulting feel easier

The article discusses the latest trends in kitchen gadgets, focusing on hands-free and AI-powered devices that…

5/24/2026 · 4 min read · 24 views
The Dreamie alarm clock got me to stop using my phone in bed
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The Dreamie alarm clock got me to stop using my phone in bed

The Dreamie alarm clock has helped the author stop using their phone in bed, leading to better sleep. It features…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 30 views
SpaceX files to go public, and the math requires a little faith
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SpaceX files to go public, and the math requires a little faith

SpaceX has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) with ambitious projections. The filing includes a $28 trillion…

5/23/2026 · 1 min read · 20 views
These special phone and app features can help protect you from spyware
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These special phone and app features can help protect you from spyware

Spyware attacks targeting journalists and activists have become increasingly common, with recent incidents involving…

5/23/2026 · 8 min read · 22 views
Ferrari is using IBM’s AI to create F1 superfans
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Ferrari is using IBM’s AI to create F1 superfans

IBM has partnered with Scuderia Ferrari to enhance fan engagement through advanced technology and AI. The…

5/23/2026 · 5 min read · 43 views
Elon Musk has given up on solar power (on Earth)
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Elon Musk has given up on solar power (on Earth)

Elon Musk's recent actions suggest a shift away from solar power towards fossil fuels for his AI company, xAI. Despite…

5/23/2026 · 5 min read · 28 views
Nuclear startup Deep Fission says it’s going public, again, and I have questions
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Nuclear startup Deep Fission says it’s going public, again, and I have questions

Deep Fission, a nuclear startup, has announced plans to go public again through a Nasdaq IPO, seeking to raise $157…

5/23/2026 · 5 min read · 23 views
Runway started by helping filmmakers – now it wants to beat Google at AI
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Runway started by helping filmmakers – now it wants to beat Google at AI

Runway, an AI video-generation startup, aims to revolutionize artificial intelligence by focusing on video and world…

5/23/2026 · 8 min read · 31 views
Peec, one of Berlin’s rising startups, more than doubled annualized revenue in months to $10M, sources say
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Peec, one of Berlin’s rising startups, more than doubled annualized revenue in months to $10M, sources say

Peec AI, a Berlin-based startup, has achieved over $10 million in annualized revenue just months after its launch. The…

5/23/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
Elon Musk can’t hear you over the sound of his $1.75 trillion IPO
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Elon Musk can’t hear you over the sound of his $1.75 trillion IPO

Elon Musk's SpaceX has filed for a groundbreaking $1.75 trillion IPO, which could become the largest in American…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 38 views
SpaceX launches Starship V3 for the first time, but loses booster on return
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SpaceX launches Starship V3 for the first time, but loses booster on return

SpaceX has successfully launched its upgraded Starship V3 for the first time, although the test faced challenges. The…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 39 views
AI is being used to resurrect the voices of dead pilots
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AI is being used to resurrect the voices of dead pilots

AI technology has been utilized to recreate the voices of deceased pilots from a UPS plane crash. The National…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 32 views
Blue Origin cleared to fly New Glenn mega-rocket after April mishap
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Blue Origin cleared to fly New Glenn mega-rocket after April mishap

Blue Origin's New Glenn mega-rocket has been cleared to fly again after a previous mishap in April. The Federal…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 34 views
Google goes for the glitter with disco-ball icons: ‘Are y’all sure you still want this?’
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Google goes for the glitter with disco-ball icons: ‘Are y’all sure you still want this?’

Google has introduced a new set of disco ball-themed app icons for Pixel devices, joining the trend that started with…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 47 views
How VCs and founders use inflated ‘ARR’ to crown AI startups
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How VCs and founders use inflated ‘ARR’ to crown AI startups

Scott Stevenson, CEO of Spellbook, has raised concerns about the inflation of annual recurring revenue (ARR) figures…

5/22/2026 · 8 min read · 30 views
Apple says Epic lawsuit shouldn’t reshape App Store rules for all developers
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Apple says Epic lawsuit shouldn’t reshape App Store rules for all developers

Apple is contesting a court ruling in its ongoing lawsuit with Epic Games regarding App Store fees. The company argues…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 35 views
Kash Patel’s clothing brand website shut down after reports it was hacked
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Kash Patel’s clothing brand website shut down after reports it was hacked

Kash Patel's clothing brand website, Based Apparel, was taken offline after reports of a hacking incident. The site…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 31 views
Spotify’s AI bet: more of everything, less of what you want
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Spotify’s AI bet: more of everything, less of what you want

Spotify is rapidly integrating AI features into its app, shifting from a platform primarily for human-created content…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 22 views
You can no longer Google the word ‘disregard’
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You can no longer Google the word ‘disregard’

Google has introduced a new Search experience that emphasizes AI summaries over traditional search results. This…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 28 views
We tried Google’s AI glasses and they’re almost there
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We tried Google’s AI glasses and they’re almost there

Google showcased its upcoming AI-powered glasses at the I/O developer conference, which feature an in-lens display for…

5/22/2026 · 8 min read · 35 views
Trump Mobile confirms it exposed customers’ personal data, including phone numbers and home addresses
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Trump Mobile confirms it exposed customers’ personal data, including phone numbers and home addresses

Trump Mobile has confirmed a data exposure affecting its customers, revealing personal information such as names,…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 35 views
Meta quietly launches a new Reddit-like app called Forum
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Meta quietly launches a new Reddit-like app called Forum

Meta has launched a new app called Forum, designed for Facebook Groups and resembling Reddit. The app aims to…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 40 views
Smart ring maker Oura files to go public
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Smart ring maker Oura files to go public

Oura, a Finnish smart ring company, has confidentially filed for an IPO with the U.S. Securities and Exchange…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 44 views
Audio generation app Huxe, founded by former NotebookLM developers, shuts down
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Audio generation app Huxe, founded by former NotebookLM developers, shuts down

Huxe, an audio generation app created by former NotebookLM developers, is shutting down shortly after Spotify launched…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 32 views
Finnish phone-maker HMD bundles Indian AI chatbot onto new smartphone in push to reach local market
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Finnish phone-maker HMD bundles Indian AI chatbot onto new smartphone in push to reach local market

HMD has launched the Vibe 2 5G smartphone in India, featuring the Indus AI chatbot developed by Sarvam. This…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 23 views
Waymo expands pause to four cities as robotaxis keep driving into floods
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Waymo expands pause to four cities as robotaxis keep driving into floods

Waymo has paused its robotaxi services in four cities due to difficulties navigating flooded roads. The company faced…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 56 views
SpaceX scrubs first Starship V3 launch just before liftoff
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SpaceX scrubs first Starship V3 launch just before liftoff

SpaceX has postponed the launch of its Starship V3 rocket just before liftoff due to technical issues. The company…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 95 views
Who will benefit most from SpaceX IPO? Mostly Elon — and a few from his inner circle
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Who will benefit most from SpaceX IPO? Mostly Elon — and a few from his inner circle

Elon Musk's control over SpaceX remains significant as the company prepares for its IPO. The IPO is expected to raise…

5/21/2026 · 4 min read · 26 views
Waymo halts freeway rides after robotaxis struggle in construction zones
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Waymo halts freeway rides after robotaxis struggle in construction zones

Waymo has temporarily halted its robotaxi service on freeways in several major cities due to difficulties navigating…

5/21/2026 · 3 min read · 31 views
Spotify and Universal Music strike deal allowing fan-made AI covers and remixes
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Spotify and Universal Music strike deal allowing fan-made AI covers and remixes

Spotify has partnered with Universal Music Group to allow fans to create AI-generated covers and remixes of songs.…

5/21/2026 · 3 min read · 53 views
Forget ‘TechnoKing’: Elon Musk will really be king at SpaceX
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Forget ‘TechnoKing’: Elon Musk will really be king at SpaceX

Elon Musk's control over SpaceX is highlighted in the company's recent IPO filing. He will maintain over 50% of the…

5/21/2026 · 7 min read · 21 views

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