Tech
AI Summary
- Apple is facing a lawsuit from OpenAI alleging the theft of hardware secrets, while also dealing with a former employee who exploited a bug to access confidential files.
- AI continues to be a major focus, with Anthropic localizing Claude pricing for India and OpenAI exploring family applications for ChatGPT, alongside warnings from Satya Nadella about AI usage.
- The autonomous vehicle space is heating up with Uber's lobbying efforts clashing with Waymo, and Tesla announcing plans for a wheelchair-accessible robotaxi.
- Regulatory scrutiny is increasing, as indicated by 12 states suing to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. deal and LAPD ending its contract with surveillance company Flock due to civil liberties concerns.
- The tech industry is also seeing developments in public offerings and infrastructure, with General Fusion soaring in its debut as the first publicly traded fusion company and SpaceX cleared for another Starship flight.
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TechCrunch
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Hermes agent maker Nous Research in talks for new funding at $1.5B valuation
7 hours ago
by Ivan Mehta, Marina Temkin
AI, Startups, Venture, iRobot Ventures, unicorn, USVThe company is raising at least $75 million, led by Robot, with significant participation from USV and other prominent investors.
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Satya Nadella has issued a shocking warning to companies using AI
9 hours ago
by Julie Bort
AI, Enterprise, Microsoft, open source ai, Satya NadellaOf all the debates raging about the potential downsides of AI, there is one worry causing the most hand-wringing among AI enthusiasts in Silicon Valley — that the giant AI labs that sell proprietary models are somehow acting like Trojan horses.
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Apple says former employee exploited ‘rare’ bug to download confidential files after leaving for OpenAI
10 hours ago
by Zack Whittaker
Security, Apple, cybersecurity, data breach, OpenAIApple would not comment on the "security breach," which allegedly allowed a former employee to download sensitive files from Apple's network long after he departed the company for rival OpenAI.
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The wildest allegations in Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI
12 hours ago
by Sarah Perez
AI, Apple, OpenAIApple’s trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI contains allegations that range from employees joking about unauthorized access to Apple’s systems to claims that job candidates were asked to bring Apple hardware to interviews. Here are the complaint’s most eye-catching claims.
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Sam Altman’s space data center trash talk is what most experts already believe
13 hours ago
by Tim Fernholz
AI, Space, Elon Musk, sam altman, space data centers, SpaceXResponding to Musk accusing him of being a scammer, Altman said, "homeboy you're the one sellling [sic] public market investors on short-term space datacenters."
Hacker News
- ‘Asia's cleanest village’ bans tourists on Sundays 8 hours ago
- Claude is just Mr. Meeseeks 8 hours ago
- Building and shipping Mac and iOS apps without ever opening Xcode 12 hours ago
- Apple's new SpeechAnalyzer API, benchmarked against Whisper and its predecessor 14 hours ago
- Show HN: YouTube Guitar Tab Parser 10 hours ago
Engadget
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Please let this hot pink Pixel 11 leak be real
7 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
Smartphones, GoogleBring on the magenta and peach.
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Microsoft is making the Windows Search Box more streamlined and useful
9 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
Computing, MicrosoftBit by bit, Windows 11 is healing.
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Public betas for iOS 27, macOS 27 and more Apple platforms are now available
9 hours ago
by Will Shanklin
Computing, Smartphones, Tablets, Apple, WearablesTry the new Siri AI and system-wide performance improvements.
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Los Angeles law enforcement will stop using Flock cameras
10 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
Big TechThe Los Angeles police department did not renew its contract with Flock due to data privacy concerns.
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A ransomware negotiator who colluded with attackers to scam victims was sentenced to 70 months in prison
10 hours ago
by Kris Holt
Big TechAngelo Martino helped scam ransomware victims out of over $75 million, officials said.
The Verge
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Microsoft tests Windows Search without all the ads and fluff
8 hours ago
by Emma Roth
Microsoft, News, Tech, WindowsMicrosoft is testing a cleaner version of the Windows 11 search menu that strips it of recommended content and ads. In a blog post on Monday, Microsoft announced that it's rolling out the decluttered Search Box to Windows Insiders in the Experimental channel as the company looks to regain trust with users and fix Windows . One of the biggest changes is a revamped search homescreen that displays only your recent searches. Currently, when you open the search menu, it shows your recent searches alongside several distracting tiles on the right pane, containing things like the image of the day,
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OnePlus is reportedly bailing on the US
8 hours ago
by Jay Peters
News, OnePlus, TechOnePlus and its parent company, Oppo, plan to announce in the coming days that OnePlus brand will be leaving the US and European markets, according to a machine translation of a WinFuture report . Should the exit actually happen, it will mark a conclusion to months of rumors about the future of OnePlus. Android Headlines said in January that OnePlus was being "dismantled," though OnePlus, in a statement at the time, said that "OnePlus North America continues to operate, with full guarantee of users' after-sales support, software updates, and rights commitments." In March, 9to5Google reported that OnePlus might cease operations
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A two-pack of DJI’s most capable wireless mics just got its first price cut
9 hours ago
by Brad Bourque
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingThe full DJI Mic 3 kit in its charging case. Smartphones these days have incredible cameras that are capable of taking smooth, sharp video, but the microphones are often lacking, to say the least. A wireless lavalier microphone can dramatically improve the audio quality of your videos, whether you’re the only one talking, or if you’re getting audio from multiple people. The DJI Mic 3 is one of the best options, and it’s currently discounted to $219 (usually $259) at several retailers, including Best Buy , B&H Photo , and Amazon . The bundle includes two microphones, a receiver unit
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The Shokz OpenRun Pro are the cheapest they’ve been since January
9 hours ago
by Sheena Vasani
Gadgets, Tech, Verge ShoppingThe Shokz OpenRun Pro are great for outdoor workouts. | Image: Shokz Noise-canceling earbuds are great for flights and focusing, but they're not always ideal for outdoor workouts. The last-gen Shokz OpenRun Pro's open-ear design lets you enjoy music while staying aware of approaching cars, cyclists, and other potential hazards, and right now they're on sale for $109 ($50 off) at Amazon , Walmart , and B&H Photo . That matches their all-time low price, which we haven't seen since January. Shokz OpenRun Pro Where to Buy: $159.95 $109.95 at Amazon $159.95 $109.99 at Walmart Unlike traditional earbuds, the OpenRun
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The Pixel colors might rule this year
9 hours ago
by Emma Roth
Google, Google Pixel, Mobile, News, TechThe purported Pixel 11 in Fuchsia (Hibiscus). | Image: 9to5Google This year's Google Pixel 11 lineup might come in a bunch of funky colors. A series of now-deleted Amazon listings spotted by 9to5Google show what appear to be placeholders for Google's upcoming Pixel 11 in hot pink Fuchsia (Hibiscus), vibrant green Moss (Pistachio), and Midnight (Obsidian) black. We've seen two sets of names for the Pixel 11's rumored colorways so far, and, confusingly, both variations are included in the early Amazon listings, according to 9to5Google . The Pixel 11 Pro listings spotted by 9to5Google reportedly showed the device in a
Wired
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The Best Movies to Stream This Month (July 2026)
7 hours ago
by Matt Kamen
Culture, Culture / Movies, Streaming, GuidesProject Hail Mary, They Will Kill You, and The Long Walk are among the films deserving of your eyeballs this month.
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Sam Neill Inspired a Generation of Scientists
8 hours ago
by Miles Klee
Culture, Culture / Movies, Culture / Culture News, RIPThe actor, who died at age 78 on Monday, embodied a passionate approach to research and positive masculinity in his role as paleontologist Alan Grant in the 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park.
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Siri AI Is Becoming Apple’s Everything Tool
8 hours ago
by Reece Rogers
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Gear / Products / Phones, Fresh, FaceApple’s revamped Siri is more than a voice assistant; it’s now the backbone of the iPhone user experience. You can try it now through the iOS 27 public beta.
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The Problem With VAR at the 2026 World Cup Isn’t the Technology—It’s Who Interprets It
10 hours ago
by Fernanda González
Gear, World, Cup, 2026The video assistant referee system, or VAR, has led to some controversial calls at the 2026 World Cup. Here’s why.
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Wi-Fi 8 Explained: Features, Release Date, and More
12 hours ago
by Simon Hill
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, Gear / Products / Computers, Gear / Products / Home Office, Hold, SteadyChipset makers and router manufacturers are talking about Wi-Fi 8, but what is the new standard, and when will it arrive?