Tech
AI Summary
- OpenAI is reportedly in legal disputes, potentially with Apple, and has faced data security issues with hackers, while also expanding its Codex AI to mobile devices and ChatGPT's desktop app.
- The tech industry is seeing significant IPO activity, with Cerebras's successful market debut generating billions, while companies like Cisco are cutting jobs to focus on AI development and Uber is expanding its presence in India.
- AI development continues to accelerate with discussions around AI building itself, new coding agents like xAI's Grok Build, and advancements in multimodal data supply for AI labs.
- Hardware and gaming tech are also seeing updates, including new chips for Razer's Blade 18, leaked details of the Xbox Elite 3 controller, and the potential for the RTX 5090 to rival gaming on a MacBook Air.
- Concerns about AI's impact are growing, from privacy issues with spyware and potential surveillance to the ethical questions surrounding AI's role in decision-making and its potential economic and security constraints.
Sources
TechCrunch
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What the jury will actually decide in the case of Elon Musk vs. Sam Altman
9 hours ago
by Tim Fernholz
AIHere's what the biggest tech court case of the year is all about.
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Elon Musk’s SpaceXAI has been bleeding staff since its merger
11 hours ago
by Rebecca Bellan
AI, Space, Elon Musk, SpaceX, xAI, spacexaiMore than 50 employees have reportedly left Elon Musk’s newly merged SpaceXAI since February, raising questions about burnout, leadership changes, talent poaching, and whether liquidity events weakened retention incentives.
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OpenAI says Codex is coming to your phone
11 hours ago
by Lucas Ropek
AI, Anthropic, ChatGPT, codex, In Brief, OpenAIThe update gives users enhanced flexibility over how they can manage their workflows.
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Lovable just backed a company that’s looking to bring vibe coding to hardware
12 hours ago
by Dominic-Madori Davis
Hardware, Startups, Atech, In Brief, Lovable, Sequoia Scout FundHardware company Atech raised $800,000 in pre-seed funding, including from a16z’s scout fund, Sequoia Scout Fund, and Nordic Makers.
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Cerebras IPO makes billions for Benchmark but VC Eric Vishria almost didn’t take the meeting
12 hours ago
by Julie Bort
Venture, Benchmark Partners, cerebras systems, IPOsBenchmark almost never backs hardware startups. So Eric Vishria dragged his feet 10 years ago before agreeing to hear Cerebras' pitch.
Hacker News
- Mullvad exit IPs are surprisingly identifying 6 hours ago
- How Claude Code works in large codebases 4 hours ago
- Removing the modem and GPS from my 2024 RAV4 hybrid 15 hours ago
- Access to frontier AI will soon be limited by economic and security constraints 7 hours ago
- A few words on DS4 10 hours ago
Engadget
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The ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses are now available to pre-order for $849
an hour ago
by Devindra Hardawar
GamingThey offer a 240Hz refresh rate and a bundled connectivity dock.
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xAI introduces its coding agent called Grok Build
2 hours ago
by Mariella Moon
AIIt's in early beta and only available to SuperGrok Heavy subscribers right now.
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Xbox Elite Controller 3 leaked by Brazilian regulator
10 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
XboxIt's a tough day to work at Microsoft PR.
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The original Doom soundtrack is officially in the Library of Congress
11 hours ago
by Ian Carlos Campbell
PC GamingOther new inductees include Beyonce's 'Single Ladies' and Taylor Swift's '1989.'
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Razer updates the Blade 18 with new chips, a specced-out model costs $7,000
11 hours ago
by Will Shanklin
Gaming, LaptopsThe 2026 model adds the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor.
The Verge
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Honda’s hybrid future starts with new Accord and RDX prototypes
9 hours ago
by Stevie Bonifield
Cars, Honda, News, TransportationHonda revealed prototypes of two new hybrid models, an Accord sedan and the Acura RDX SUV , during its annual business briefing this week, built on a platform that it says will begin launching next year. The RDX was announced earlier this year as Honda's first SUV to feature the next-gen version of its two-motor hybrid system. Honda also announced it's dropping the goal of having one-fifth of its sales be EVs by 2030 , and for 100 percent of its sales to come from EVs and fuel cell vehicles by 2040. Honda now plans to "reallocate more development and
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Closing time
10 hours ago
by Elizabeth Lopatto
AI, OpenAIToday was closing arguments in the Musk v. Altman trial, and I almost feel bad writing about the unbelievable demolition derby I just witnessed. Steven Molo, Musk's lawyer, stumbled over his words. He at one point called Greg Brockman - a co-defendant - Greg Altman. He erroneously claimed that Musk wasn't asking for money and had to be corrected by the judge. He made it clear we've heard from many liars over the past few weeks, but offered little evidence for Musk's actual legal claims. OpenAI's lawyer, Sarah Eddy, countered this by simply arranging the mountain of evidence that the
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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond got its first big discount
11 hours ago
by Cameron Faulkner
Deals, Gadgets, Gaming, Nintendo, Verge ShoppingThe most graphically-impressive first-person shooter made for the Nintendo Switch is $20 off at Best Buy . Right now, you can buy the physical version of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond for $39.99 ($20 off). The game looks surprisingly good on the 2017 hardware, but runs way better on the Switch 2 with the additional $10 upgrade pack that unlocks hi-res textures, faster loading times, and Joy-Con mouse mode. If you’re gaming on a Switch 2, getting the discounted game and the digital upgrade pack costs $50 versus its normal $70 price for the Switch 2 Edition version. Yeah, it’s a
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Meta brings virtual writing to everyone with Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses
11 hours ago
by Jay Peters
Gadgets, Meta, Tech, WearableMeta is rolling out new features to its Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses, including bringing the ability to write messages just with hand gestures to all users. You'll be able to use the feature in WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram and with "native Android and iOS messaging," Meta says . The feature, which relies on the Meta Ray-Ban Display's included neural wristband, was one of the most impressive features of the Meta Ray-Ban Display when it was first announced . However, it wasn't available at launch, but in January, Meta launched it in early access for WhatsApp and Messenger. Meta is bringing
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Behold, the Elon Musk jackass trophy
11 hours ago
by Elizabeth Lopatto
AI, Elon Musk, OpenAI, TechYesterday, in Musk v. Altman , before the jurors came in, Sam Altman's team passed up what looked - from a distance - like a little league trophy. It was not. Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers had the lawyers read the inscription aloud for the press: "Never stop being a jackass." It's a commemoration OpenAI employees bought for research scientist Josh Achiam, who testified yesterday. How exactly did this come up in a trial about nonprofit contract law ? Allegedly, when Elon Musk was leaving OpenAI, he talked about wanting to race ahead of Google. Achiam, who worked on AI safety, asked
Wired
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3 hours ago
by Louryn Strampe
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Bose Promo Code: 40% Off for May 2026
3 hours ago
by Parker Hall
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3 hours ago
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3 hours ago
by Molly Higgins
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3 hours ago
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