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  • In SpaceX’s IPO, Elon Musk is a risk factor 4 hours ago by Andrew J. Hawkins
    AI, Business, Electric Cars, Elon Musk, News, Science, Space, SpaceX, Tech, Tesla, Transportation, xAI

    The SpaceX IPO is here , and it's more than just an historic public offering that could make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. It also reveals more ways in which Elon Musk's companies interact and overlap with each other, shuffling money around in ways that are often difficult to keep track of. This is evident in ways that are both obvious and less so. A CTRL-F search for "Tesla" yields 87 results, xAI is mentioned 356 times, and X 267 times. Even the Boring Company (7 times) and Neuralink (3) get a few mentions. Throughout its 330 pages of

  • SpaceX just filed for what could be the biggest IPO ever 10 hours ago
    Business, Elon Musk, News, Science, Space, SpaceX, Tech

    Elon Musk's final frontier is officially open for business now that SpaceX has formally filed its S-1 prospectus with the SEC. That kicks off what could be the largest initial public offering ever when it lists on the Nasdaq stock exchange with the ticker SPCX. SpaceX generated $18.67 billion in revenue in 2025, driven largely by its Starlink satellite internet service, which brought in more than $11 billion, as reported by The Wall Street Journal . The company lost over $4.9 billion last year, with capital expenditures soaring to $20.7 billion last year, a leap from $11.2 billion in 2024,

  • ‘Solve all diseases,’ you say? 11 hours ago by Victoria Song
    AI, Column, Google, Google I/O 2026, Health, Optimizer, Science, Tech

    Let’s unpack what Demis Hassabis said at the end of yesterday’s Google I/O keynote. This is Optimizer , a weekly newsletter sent from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest gizmos and potions that swear they're going to change your life. This week's issue is a special early edition tied to The Verge's Google I/O coverage. You can expect our next issue at its usual time next Friday. Opt in for Optimizer here . Toward the end of this year's Google I/O keynote, Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis declared, with a completely deadpan face, that the

  • Here are 42 of our favorite deals from REI’s massive Anniversary Sale 12 hours ago by Sheena Vasani
    Deals, Gadgets, Tech, Verge Shopping

    REI’s annual Anniversary Sale — the retailer’s biggest of the year — has arrived , bringing with it discounts on all kinds of outdoor essentials. If you’ve got a camping trip coming up, now is a good time to stock up on the basics, whether it be a tent , sleeping pad , or stove . If your summer plans involve hiking or heading into the backcountry, there are also savings to be had on everything from Garmin watches to water filters , some of which are also discounted at retailers like Amazon. The sale runs through May 25th, and

  • I’ve tested the latest Switch 2 controllers, and this one is the best 13 hours ago by Cameron Faulkner
    Buying Guides, Entertainment, Gadgets, Gaming, Nintendo, Tech, Verge Shopping

    If you choose to get an extra controller for your Nintendo Switch 2, you can spend a lot — and get a lot in return. Buying Nintendo’s own $89 Switch 2 Pro Controller , for instance, will net you the console’s only wireless controller with a 3.5mm headphone jack for private listening, not to mention great-feeling rumble and a slick design. It’s not perfect, but it’s otherwise the total package in terms of features. But it’d be a disservice to you to call it a day there. There are several third-party models that are cheaper, yet don’t make many compromises


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  • The EU Is Going Through a Trump-Fueled Breakup With Big Tech 2 hours ago by Matt Burgess, Vittoria Elliott
    Security, Security / National Security, Security / Security News, Politics / Policy, Politics / Politics News, Parting, Ways

    France is already moving on from Zoom and Microsoft Teams in favor of homegrown alternatives. Other countries are quickly following suit.

  • Columbia Promo Codes: 15% Off | May 2026 3 hours ago by Boutayna Chokrane
    Gear, Gear / Deals, Coupons

    Explore current Columbia deals on jackets, outdoor gear, and apparel. Find active Columbia promo codes, student discounts, and free shipping offers to save on your next adventure.

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    Gear, Gear / Deals, Coupons

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