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AI Summary
- Florida is initiating legal action against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, citing concerns over AI's potential exploitation of users and its role in violent incidents.
- Nvidia is aggressively entering the $200 billion CPU market with the introduction of AI agent PCs, collaborating with tech giants like Microsoft, Dell, and HP.
- Anthropic, a major AI safety company, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO), potentially marking one of the largest public debuts in the tech sector.
- Defense tech company Mach Industries has seen its valuation surge to $1.8 billion, a fourfold increase over the past year, signaling strong investor interest in the sector.
- Hackers successfully compromised Instagram accounts by exploiting Meta's AI support chatbot, demonstrating a novel vulnerability in AI-driven customer service.
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TechCrunch
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Defense tech darling Mach Industries hits $1.8B valuation, a 4x jump in a year
an hour ago
by Julie Bort
Fundraising, Startups, TC, Transportation, autonomous vehicles, defense tech, mach industriesIn a wild ride for 22-year-old founder and CEO Ethan Thornton, Mach Industries has raised another $300 million. It already has five autonomous vehicles in development and completed a major acquisition.
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Nvidia chases $200B CPU market with AI agent PCs from Microsoft, Dell, and HP
an hour ago
by Julie Bort
AI, Hardware, TC, AI PC, cpus, Microsoft, nvidiaIf Nvidia has cracked a way to bring AI agents easily, safely and usefully to the masses, it could — and should — be big.
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From the stage to the future: Where are Startup Battlefield’s alumni now?
2 hours ago
by Isabelle Johannessen
Startups, Build Mode, Startup BattlefieldWe wanted to show you what happens after the confetti falls. We checked in with some of our recent alumni, many of whom have sat down with us on Build Mode: The Founder Survival Guide, TechCrunch's podcast for founders at every stage.
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Florida sues OpenAI, Sam Altman, in first-of-its-kind lawsuit over violent incidents
3 hours ago
by Lucas Ropek
AI, ChatGPT, OpenAIThe lawsuit partially revolves around a shooting at Florida State University last year, and ChatGPT's alleged role in the incident.
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Hackers hijacked Instagram accounts by tricking Meta AI support chatbot into granting access
4 hours ago
by Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai
Security, AI, cybercrime, cybersecurity, hackers, hacking, Instagram, MetaSeveral users on social media reported having their Instagram accounts hacked over the weekend. Meta's own support chatbot was blamed for allowing hackers to hijack accounts.
Hacker News
- The newest Instagram “exploit” is the goofiest I've seen 6 hours ago
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Engadget
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Meta's AI support chatbot made it ridiculously easy for hackers to take over Instagram accounts
3 hours ago
by Karissa Bell
MetaMeta says it's working on securing accounts that were affected by a hack.
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Theos: Cities of Myth is the spiritual successor to the one of the great city builders of the early 2000s
4 hours ago
by Igor Bonifacic
PC GamingIf you remember Zeus: Master of Olympus, you'll want to watch this game closely.
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Florida sues OpenAI and Sam Altman over alleged 'exploitation of users'
6 hours ago
by Lawrence Bonk
AI, Big TechFlorida's lawsuit against OpenAI comes after a mass shooter at FSU reportedly consulted ChatGPT to plan the attack.
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NASA readies the X-59 for its first supersonic flight, SpaceX's Starship grounded and more science stories
2 days ago
by Cheyenne MacDonald
TomorrowThis week's science news.
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Randy Pitchford says his friend found an unannounced Pixel Watch 5 in the sea
3 hours ago
by Kris Holt
Google, WearablesOur first look at the Pixel Watch 5 may have emerged from a truly unexpected place
The Verge
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The Google Pixel Watch 5 may have been spoiled by… the creator of Borderlands
2 hours ago
by Emma Roth
Entertainment, Gadgets, Gaming, Google, Google Pixel, News, Smartwatch, Tech, WearableWe may just have gotten an early look at the Google Pixel Watch 5 - and from an unusual source. Randy Pitchford, the creator of the Borderlands game franchise, posted a pair of images of a watch on X, saying that his friend found it underwater while scuba diving near Saint Martin, as reported earlier by Kotaku . "He noted that the reverse of the watch indicates that it is a Google Pixel 5, which has not yet been announced, let alone released," Pitchford writes . "It seems to be fine. The face indicates an empty battery, but seems to
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Pebblebee’s Halo can help track lost items and keep you safe, and it’s on sale for $50
2 hours ago
by Sheena Vasani
Deals, Gadgets, Tech, Verge ShoppingIf you’re planning to travel this summer, both a Bluetooth tracker and a personal safety device can come in handy, especially if you’ll be exploring on your own. The Pebblebee Halo combines those two gadgets into one, and it’s currently on sale for $49.99 ($10 off) at Amazon , which is the best price we’ve seen. Amazon is also throwing in a fourth Halo for free when you buy three as a part of a limited time promotion . Pebblebee Halo Where to Buy: $59.99 $49.99 at Amazon Whether you’re touring a new city or heading back to your hotel
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This could be Windows’ M1 moment — but expect it to cost a ton
3 hours ago
by Antonio G. Di Benedetto
AI, Analysis, Asus, Computex, Dell, Gadgets, HP, Laptops, Lenovo, Microsoft, Nvidia, Report, Tech, WindowsNvidia's announcement that it's getting into the consumer laptop chip space with RTX Spark is huge. Apple has proved for years that Arm-based chips can perform incredibly well while also delivering great battery life - at least on the Mac. In the Windows world, performance hasn't fully matched up under Qualcomm chips, mostly in the graphics department. There's clearly still untapped potential, and Nvidia seems to be promising to deliver it. This could be Windows' moment to blow us away with a new generation of supremely capable chips, much like Apple's back in 2020, with the introduction of the M1.
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Gemini’s new AI agent is about as good as Google’s demo
3 hours ago
by Jay Peters
AI, Google, Google I/O 2026, Hands-on, Report, Reviews, TechGoogle's new "24/7" AI agent, Gemini Spark, can be shockingly good at doing things on your behalf. But I'm not sure it's worth the financial cost and potential privacy tradeoffs. The company gave me access to Spark last week. Google advertises Spark as an AI agent that can take on tasks and work on them in the background - even tasks that have multiple steps - allowing you to put your phone down or walk away from your computer. It also advertises at the very top of the Spark website that it's "always under your direction," that "you choose to
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Meta’s own AI was exploited to hijack Instagram accounts
3 hours ago
by Emma Roth
AI, Meta, News, Security, TechMeta's AI support chatbot helped hackers hijack Instagram accounts, as reported earlier by 404 Media . In a video shared on Telegram , a hacker shows how they could take over an account by asking Meta's chatbot to switch the email associated with someone else's profile and then reset the password. The issue, which Meta says has since been patched, cropped up around the same time Barack Obama's White House account on Instagram was hacked. On Sunday, users noticed that the @obamawhitehouse account began posting images containing Iranian propaganda. Hackers appeared to have hijacked the Instagram accounts belonging to the
Wired
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Anthropic Confidentially Files for What Could Be the Largest IPO Ever
5 hours ago
by Paresh Dave
Business, Business / Artificial Intelligence, Claude, ConfidentialThe AI giant behind Claude submitted paperwork on Monday that would take it public, just a couple of weeks after SpaceX’s splashy IPO announcement.
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Best Sleep Trackers of 2026: Oura, Whoop, and Eight Sleep
10 hours ago
by Boutayna Chokrane
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Sleep, Gear / Products / Health and Fitness, Gear / Products / Lifestyle, Snooze, FestI tested the top sleep wearables for every type of sleeper, including devices from Oura, Whoop, and Eight Sleep.
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Universal Audio Volt 876 USB Audio Interface Review: Pro-Level Polish
12 hours ago
by Pete Cottell
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Audio, Product, ReviewWith true plug-and-play support, versatile connectivity, and excellent sound, Universal Audio’s Volt 876 makes recording simple.
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Norse Atlantic Airways Offers Dirt-Cheap Tickets. There’s a Catch
12 hours ago
by Caroline Haskins
Business, Business / Transportation, FlightmaresDozens of people have complained to the Federal Trade Commission about Norse Atlantic Airways’ tech-first customer service operation. Some said they lost thousands of dollars.
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‘Sexual Chocolate’ Faces Recalls After FDA Tests Reveal Undisclosed Viagra
12 hours ago
by Emily Mullin
Science, Science / Health, Total, RecallSellers of products with names like Boner Bears and DTF have voluntarily recalled their products after testing positive for the active ingredients in Viagra and Cialis.