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Thu, Sep 24, 2026, 4:40 PM EDT

Tech

  • Meta's new AI assistant, Muse, is rolling out with a Tamagotchi-like design and has raised privacy concerns.

  • Google is integrating Gemini AI into Pixel phones, allowing it to make calls for users and interact with businesses.

  • Oracle has issued a force majeure notice for its data center in New Mexico.

  • PrismML is making its small language models available for Qualcomm-powered smart glasses, and Feather is developing a robotics platform for developers.

  • TechCrunch is hosting its Disrupt 2026 conference, offering discounts for co-founders and featuring discussions on AI safety and startup growth.

Money

  • Geopolitical tensions, particularly surrounding Iran and its relationship with China, are driving significant volatility in oil prices, with fears of supply disruptions escalating.

  • The U.S. and China are engaging in high-level discussions focused on critical issues like Taiwan, AI, and trade, as both nations seek to manage their complex relationship.

  • The burgeoning field of Artificial Intelligence is a major focus for global leaders, with urgent efforts underway to establish controls and address potential risks.

  • Cryptocurrency markets are experiencing fluctuations influenced by macroeconomic factors such as rising Treasury yields and regulatory developments, alongside specific crypto industry events.

  • While established financial markets grapple with inflation and interest rate hikes, there's a concurrent surge in interest and investment in AI-driven technologies and tokenization.

Power

  • FERC has rejected ComEd's cancellation of a significant data center contract, highlighting regulatory oversight in the power sector.

  • Natural gas prices experienced a surge following a major West Virginia pipeline declaring force majeure, disrupting supply.

  • Greenland's rare-earth mining operations are slated for expansion with US backing, signaling a push for critical mineral resources.

  • Italy has officially authorized the return of nuclear power, reversing a decades-long ban and indicating a shift in its energy strategy.

  • The launch of the UK's largest AI supercomputer has been delayed due to power supply issues, underscoring infrastructure challenges.