Tech
AI Summary
- OpenAI has unveiled its new GPT-5.6 model family and launched 'ChatGPT Work,' signaling a significant advancement in AI capabilities and enterprise solutions, despite internal leadership shifts with Fidji Simo stepping down from her AGI role.
- The tech industry is grappling with the increasing integration and oversight of AI, as evidenced by Google's commitment to disclosing AI-generated ads and the EU's 'Chat Control' regulations, while ethical debates surrounding AI data usage persist, particularly concerning Instagram photos.
- Despite an ongoing $3 trillion AI market question, companies like Meta are entering the crowded AI coding space with Muse Spark 1.1, and startups are leveraging AI agents for fundraising, indicating a rapid pace of innovation and investment.
- The smartphone manufacturing sector in India is experiencing a new phase of growth, with Vivo forming a joint venture, highlighting the evolving global landscape of hardware production beyond established players like Apple.
- New investment trends are emerging, with ETFs explicitly excluding figures like Elon Musk and venture capitalists sharing insights on common startup investment pitfalls, reflecting a maturing and selective investment ecosystem.
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TechCrunch
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After Apple, India’s smartphone manufacturing boom enters new phase with Vivo JV
3 hours ago
by Jagmeet Singh
Government & Policy, Hardware, Dixon, vivoVivo's joint venture could become a template for Chinese smartphone makers in India.
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OpenAI says GPT 5.6 is the ‘preferred model’ for Microsoft Copilot 365 amid breakup chatter
8 hours ago
by Lucas Ropek
AI, Copilot, gpt-5.6, Microsoft, OpenAIOpenAI's new family of models will continue to power Microsoft's suite of workplace and productivity apps.
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Don’t want to invest in Elon Musk? Two new ETFs explicitly exclude him
8 hours ago
by Kirsten Korosec
Fintech, Transportation, Elon Musk, ETFsThe new exchanged-traded funds exclude companies that are founded, controlled, or led by Elon Musk. That means no SpaceX or Tesla.
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Fidji Simo steps down from OpenAI’s no. 2 role
8 hours ago
by Connie Loizos
AIOpenAI's No. 2 executive, Fidji Simo, is stepping down from her full-time role after her medical leave proved longer than expected — a leadership vacuum that comes at a tricky time as the company eyes a possible IPO and races to catch Anthropic in the enterprise market.
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OpenAI launches its new family of models with GPT-5.6
9 hours ago
by Lucas Ropek
AI, ChatGPT, gpt-5.6, OpenAI, sam altmanOpenAI's latest family of models promises improvements across a range of areas, including cybersecurity.
Hacker News
- Show HN: Getting GLM 5.2 running on my slow computer a day ago
- EU Parliament greenlights Chat Control 1.0 21 hours ago
- Train sim created by just one person is being called the best ever made 5 days ago
- Show HN: 18 Words 19 hours ago
- GPT-5.6 15 hours ago
Engadget
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Days after announcing mass layoffs, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma tapped to advise the Federal Reserve on jobs
9 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
AI, Big TechThat's a choice.
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Playdate is helping Big Ben ring on time
10 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
GamingCrank it up!
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Retroid Pocket 5 and Flip 2 are getting a spec bump, but will cost $10 more after July 14
10 hours ago
by Ian Carlos Campbell
GamingEven older emulation-focused handhelds can't escape RAMaggedon.
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Guy who took photo of Jupiter with a Game Boy Camera and giant telescope publishes DIY tutorial
11 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
Nintendo, SpaceThe latest adventure for the kooky camera looks skyward.
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OpenAI releases a new ChatGPT tool for all things work related
11 hours ago
by Igor Bonifacic
AIOpenAI's long-awaited super app is here.
The Verge
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Microsoft’s carbon emissions went up 25 percent last year
8 hours ago
by Stevie Bonifield
AI, Environment, Microsoft, News, Science, TechMicrosoft may once again be struggling to keep up with its own climate goals, according to its 2026 sustainability report . As reported by GeekWire , the report states that Microsoft's carbon emissions increased 25 percent in 2025, totalling 34 million metric tons "without select interventions." Microsoft says this was "driven primarily by the expansion of our datacenter infrastructure," as well as the company's decision last February to stop purchasing "non-additional, unbundled renewable energy certificates." Several years ago, Microsoft set itself a goal to be carbon negative by 2030 , meaning it will need to remove more carbon emissions t
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Fidji Simo steps down from leading OpenAI’s AGI work due to illness
8 hours ago
AI, News, OpenAIOpenAI's Fidji Simo is departing her full-time role as the company's AGI chief and is transitioning to being a "part-time advisor," she said on X . The news follows Simo's original announcement in April that she would take a few weeks of medical leave due to a neuroimmune condition, shortly after she had taken on the AGI chief title. (She had formerly been the company's CEO of applications). Around the same time, COO Brad Lightcap also stepped down from his role to focus on "special projects," and OpenAI CMO Kate Rouch also stepped down in order to focus on her
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Netflix reportedly considers adding always-on channels
9 hours ago
by Jay Peters
Entertainment, Netflix, News, StreamingNetflix is thinking about adding always-on channels that would stream specific shows and movies, according to The Wall Street Journal . The move sounds like a Netflix version of always-on services like Pluto TV and Tubi, except the big hook for those is that they're free - because of the ads you have to watch. Netflix has seen success with its ad-supported tier, which is increasingly popular , but it costs $8.99 per month after a recent price hike . Netflix is also apparently considering selling bundles that would include other streaming services, something else that competitors like Apple TV
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The ChatGPT browser is already dead
11 hours ago
by Jay Peters
AI, News, OpenAIOpenAI is already shutting down ChatGPT Atlas, its browser that could do tasks for you on your behalf, less than a year after launching it. Atlas was announced in October , but as part of its wave of news about ChatGPT Work today , the company confirmed that it will be "sunsetting" Atlas and is targeting an August 9th date for deprecation. The shutdown follows OpenAI's push to reduce "side quests" and catch up with Anthropic on productivity features . As part of that push, in March, The Wall Street Journal reported that OpenAI planned to combine the ChatGPT app,
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The floatable, powerful Soundcore Boom 2 speaker is over half off
11 hours ago
by Brad Bourque
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingAnker’s Soundcore Boom 2 is fully waterproof. Bluetooth speakers with big sound and great features are hard to find for under $100, with most offerings being some variation of the same basic (and often small) design. Thankfully, through July 10th Woot has the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 on sale for $69.99, which is $20 cheaper than the discounted price at other retailers like Amazon , and about half its original $129.99 price. The waterproof Bluetooth speaker can run for up to 24 hours on a single charge, with big, bass-forward sound that’s great for a day by the water or
Wired
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Robot Dogs, Teslas, and Rescue Helicopters: The UN AI Summit Was a Lot
2 hours ago
by Chris Stokel-Walker
PoliticsAmid live coding sessions and Silicon Valley optimism, the UN’s AI for Good summit wrestled with an increasingly urgent question: Can global governance catch up before the technology races beyond its control?
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Ulta Promo Codes: Up to 50% Off in July 2026
3 hours ago
by Boutayna Chokrane
Gear, Gear / Deals, CouponsShop the latest beauty trends and save big using an Ulta promo code for beauty tech, makeup, and more.
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Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off July 2026
3 hours ago
by Molly Higgins
Gear, CouponsExplore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more July 2026 discounts.
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50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | July 2026
3 hours ago
by Molly Higgins
Gear, CouponsExplore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
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LG Promo Codes and Coupons for July 2026
3 hours ago
by Ryan Waniata
Gear, CouponsSave 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.