Tech
AI Summary
- Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology is under intense scrutiny, facing ongoing federal investigations and recent legal settlements following fatal crashes, while SpaceX is reportedly exploring building its own natural gas pipeline.
- Major AI players like OpenAI and Anthropic are navigating complex governmental requests and export restrictions, leading to limited rollouts of new models and prompting global efforts, particularly from Europe and Asian startups, to develop independent AI capabilities.
- The semiconductor industry is heating up as tech giants, including Apple, OpenAI, and SpaceX, invest in developing their own custom chips, aiming to reduce reliance on companies like Nvidia and AMD.
- Cybersecurity remains a critical concern, with reports of significant hacks targeting major corporations like Jaguar Land Rover and ongoing issues with data exposure and the security of open-source products.
- The evolution of digital payments and consumer tech is accelerating, with AI poised to play a significant role in future payment growth, while innovations in smart home devices and personal technology continue to emerge, offering enhanced luxury and convenience.
Sources
TechCrunch
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TechCrunch Mobility: All eyes on Tesla FSD
an hour ago
by Kirsten Korosec
Transportation, Tesla, zoox, Waymo, Tesla FSD, techcrunch mobilityWelcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.
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Why Wall Street thinks US memory maker Micron is the next Nvidia
2 hours ago
by Kirsten Korosec
Hardware, AI, nvidia, MicronEager to find more public AI-related companies that may do as well as Nvidia, Wall Street investors think they've found a winner with Micron.
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Govee’s smart nugget ice maker makes every iced drink feel like a luxury
3 hours ago
by Aisha Malik
Hardware, Gadgets, smart appliances, govee, goveelife smart nugget ice maker proFor some people, the ice in a beverage is almost as important as the drink itself. That’s the audience Govee had in mind when designing its latest ice maker, the GoveeLife Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro. This $500 premium smart home gadget is aimed at those who crave what’s called “the good ice,” the soft, chewable […]
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Indian payments chief thinks AI will be heavily involved in next era of digital payment growth
12 hours ago
by Ivan Mehta
Fintech, India, UPIDilip Asbe said that newer UPI apps could be more competitive with a viable commercial model
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Instagram is testing more ways to customize ‘Your Algorithm’
20 hours ago
by Anthony Ha
Apps, Social, adam mosseri, Instagram, MetaInstagram users could soon see more ways to tune their content.
Hacker News
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Engadget
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Apple's touchscreen MacBook reportedly won't wait for the M7 chips
an hour ago
by Cheyenne MacDonald
AppleThe new models will launch with the M5 Pro and M5 Max, according to Mark Gurman.
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Mesh Wi-Fi or a range extender? Here's how to know which one you actually need
2 hours ago
by Alec Hively
AccessoriesWi-Fi extenders are cheap, but come with distinct drawbacks.
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Flock cameras track more than your license plate, and they're spreading fast
4 hours ago
by Max Miller
TomorrowMounting privacy and security issues have residents and activists concerned.
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Here's your daily reminder that you don't own digital content
a day ago
by Cheyenne MacDonald
StreamingPeople in Europe will soon lose access to Studio Canal movies they paid for on the PlayStation Store.
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Are smart bulbs more expensive to run than standard LEDs?
a day ago
by Lawrence Bonk
ScienceDo the benefits of features like dimming and scheduling make up for the constant energy draw needed for connectivity?
The Verge
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The Cube is Jim Henson’s little-known proto-Black Mirror masterpiece
an hour ago
by Terrence O’Brien
Column, Entertainment, Film, Movie Review, TV Show Reviews, TV ShowsThat sure is a man in a cube, alright. | Image: NBC / Jim Henson Company I'm sure we're all familiar with Dark Crystal , so we know that Jim Henson can be weird and tackle slightly more mature subject matter. But there is little in his oeuvre that is quite as mind-bending as the Muppetless The Cube . This 1969 teleplay was produced for an NBC anthology series called Experiment in Television , which featured, appropriately enough, various experimental films, plays, and documentaries. One episode even featured Marshall McLuhan explaining his oft-cited theory that " the medium is the
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Prosecutors used ChatGPT logs as evidence in the Palisades fire trial
3 hours ago
by Terrence O’Brien
AI, Law, News, OpenAI, PolicyJonathan Rinderknecht was facing arson charges for setting a fire on New Year's Day in 2025, which became one of the deadliest wildfires in LA history . To make their case, prosecutors turned to location data from his iPhone, security camera footage, and witness testimony. But they also turned to his ChatGPT logs. Prosecutors said that Rinderknecht had ChatGPT generate images of fire, asked the chatbot, "Why am I so angry all the time?", and ranted to it about how the wealthy were destroying the world. They also pointed to a screen recording in which Rinderknecht asked ChatGPT whether someone
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Nest’s quest to fix your thermostat
5 hours ago
by David Pierce
Gadgets, Podcasts, Tech, Version HistoryThe founding story of Nest is pretty much a perfect tech myth. A legendary product maker (in this case, Tony Fadell) helps create one of the most successful products ever (the iPhone) and then rides off into the sunset to enjoy the rest of his life, only to have an experience that drags him back for one last job. For Fadell, that job was to try and reinvent the thermostat. And maybe change the way our homes work forever. On this episode of Version History , we tell the story of the early days of Nest. The Verge's David Pierce,
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Ad-free streaming is a luxury now
5 hours ago
by Emma Roth
Column, Streaming, The StepbackThis is The Stepback , a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more news about the streaming industry, follow Emma Roth . The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here . How it started Streaming was once a reprieve from cable. Not only could you watch whatever you wanted at any given time, but you didn't have to sit through five-minute-long commercial breaks. And the best part was the price: Netflix, for example, cost just $7.99 / month when it launched its standalone streaming service in
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TMD’s keyless bike lock is a $280 solution to a $60 problem
10 hours ago
by Thomas Ricker
Electric Bikes, Reviews, Rideables, Tech, TransportationA $280 bike lock on a $10,000 e-bike. I've seen lots of so-called "smart" bike locks over the years, but none so far could justify the added cost. A newcomer that got its start securing ATMs for banks is trying to change that. There's nothing wholly unique about the TMD Chain Lock , but the combination of materials, performance, and insurance-friendly ART-2 certification makes it worth considering. TMD's first bicycle lock combines a Bluetooth proximity sensor and motion alarm with a slender core of hardened steel chain wrapped in a soft and lightweight sleeve of high performance Dyneema and Kevlar
Wired
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What to Do in Houston If You're Here for Business (2026)
5 hours ago
by Christopher Null
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, In, TransitWhere to eat, stay, work, and eat some more while visiting Space City on business.
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The ‘Almost Homeless’ Subreddit Is a Stark Glimpse at Soaring Wealth Inequality
6 hours ago
by Miles Klee
Culture, Culture / Digital Culture, LifelineAs the billionaire class gets richer, the growing online community is offering tips on how to survive with very little.
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Why Wear Anything Other Than a Sun Hoodie This Summer? Our Picks for the Best
7 hours ago
by Martin Cizmar
Gear, Gear / Trends, Hood, RichSun hoodies are the greatest new garment since the original hoodie.
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This Is the Most Detailed Image Yet of the Milky Way's Center
8 hours ago
by Marta Musso
Science, Science / Space, Extreme, Close-UpThe Euclid space telescope's stunning photo of our galaxy's “crowded heart” captures more than 60 million stars.
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The Ebike Accessories You Need to Help You Haul the Most Stuff
8 hours ago
by Michael Venutolo-Mantovani
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, Gear / Products / Outdoor, It’s, ElectricAn unadorned ebike is a blank canvas. Here, get tips for maximizing its cargo-hauling and person-carrying capabilities.