Tech
AI Summary
- The tech industry is heavily focused on advancements in AI, with companies like Google integrating Gemini across various products and services, while others explore AI's potential in areas from cybersecurity to content creation.
- Major funding rounds continue, with OpenRouter doubling its valuation to $1.3B and Amazon fulfillment competitor Stord raising $250M, signaling investor confidence in specific tech sectors.
- Cybersecurity remains a critical concern, highlighted by a significant data breach at 7-Eleven, ongoing investigations into ghost hackers, and Iranian hackers targeting critical infrastructure like the Los Angeles transit system.
- Regulatory actions are shaping the tech landscape, as seen with the Dutch government blocking a US company's acquisition due to public interest risks and Spain's blocking of prediction market platforms.
- The future of work is being redefined by AI and automation, with discussions around AI's impact on jobs, the rise of gig economies for robot training, and the potential for AI to alter creative processes and coding.
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TechCrunch
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OpenRouter more than doubles valuation to $1.3B in a year
an hour ago
by Julie Bort
AI, Startups, TC, AI gateway, CapitalG, openrouterOpenRouter has raised a $113 million Series B led by CapitalG. Its 5x growth in usage over six months indicates the multi-AI-model future is here.
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This startup is betting India’s gig economy can train the world’s robots
3 hours ago
by Ivan Mehta
AI, Human Archive, physical ai, robots, wing vcHuman Archive, a startup founded by UC Berkeley and Stanford researchers, is paying gig workers in India to wear camera-equipped caps and sensor devices to collect the real-world physical training data that AI and robotics labs are racing to acquire.
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Dutch government blocks US company from acquisition, citing ‘risk to public interest’
4 hours ago
by Zack Whittaker
Government & Policy, Security, cybersecurity, digital sovereignty, In Brief, Trump Administration, us governmentThe move to block the acquisition of the cloud company that hosts the Dutch digital ID service comes as Europe continues to reduce its reliance on U.S. technology.
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Ghost hackers: the cybersecurity mystery that nobody has solved
4 hours ago
by Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai
Security, hackers, Hacking mysteries, The Shadow BrokersA shadowy group that stole and dumped the NSA’s most powerful hacking tools still has implications for how companies think about digital risk today.
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Iranian hackers blamed for breach of Los Angeles transit system that took weeks to recover
4 hours ago
by Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai
Security, Ababil of Minab, cybersecurity, data breach, In Brief, iran, LACMTA, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation AuthorityAn Israeli cybersecurity firm said Iran’s government is behind Ababil of Minab, a fake hacktivist persona that has claimed a series of data breaches after the start of the war in Iran.
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Engadget
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SpaceX reportedly pressured the Pentagon into paying more for Starlink access
an hour ago
by Will Shanklin
NewsSpaceX is reportedly jacking up Starlink prices for the Pentagon.
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GoPro Mission 1 Pro review: The best action cam video quality comes at a high price
6 hours ago
by Steve Dent
PhotographyGoPro's Mission 1 Pro action cam has a big 1-inch sensor that offers sharp, color accurate 8K 60 fps and 4K 240 fps video.
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Fitbit Air review: Health tracking for the AI generation
6 hours ago
by Cherlynn Low
WearablesThe Fitbit Air is a serious rival to Whoop and other screenless wearable trackers thanks to its solid hardware, comprehensive software and competitive pricing.
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Ferrari Luce unveiled: Here's the first car from Jony Ive's design house
a day ago
by Tim Stevens
EVs and TransportationOur first look at a complete version of Ferrari's upcoming luxury EV that was designed by LoveFrom.
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Chicks hatched from artificial eggshells, a new mission to study Earth's magnetosphere and more science stories
3 days ago
by Cheyenne MacDonald
ScienceThis week's science news.
The Verge
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Sony’s sloppy Spider-Man universe gets even messier with Spider-Noir
3 hours ago
by Charles Pulliam-Moore
Amazon, Entertainment, Marvel, Tech, TV Show Reviews, TV ShowsAfter years of it seeming like the Spider-Man film rights might be better off in Marvel's hands alone, Into the Spider-Verse came along and proved that Sony was still capable of telling phenomenal stories featuring everyone's favorite webhead. Into the Spider-Verse 's sumptuous visuals and focus on a different web-slinging New Yorker made it unlike any other Spider-Man adaptation. And it was genuinely shocking to see Sony follow the film up with a bigger, bolder, more imaginative sequel just a few years later . Part of what made the first two Spider-Verse features so much fun to watch was the
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The best Memorial Day sales you can still shop
3 hours ago
by Sheena Vasani
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingYou can still save $200 on the new MacBook Air. | Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge The long weekend is over, but many of the best Memorial Day deals are still available. Many of our favorite portable speakers are discounted, as are other outdoorsy products we like, including a set of solar lights . You can also find deals on everything from 4K OLED TVs and noise-canceling earbuds to laptops , and plenty of our favorite everyday essentials . To give you more options, we’ve also included a selection of deals from retailers that weren’t officially running
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American Airlines is getting Starlink Wi-Fi
3 hours ago
by Andrew J. Hawkins
Aviation, News, Science, Space, SpaceX, TransportationSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 12: American Airlines plane are takeoff and lands at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, California, United States on May 12, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) | Anadolu via Getty Images American Airlines is planning to install SpaceX's Starlink Wi-Fi in hundreds of its airplanes, the airline announced today . American says the deployment will start in the first quarter of 2027, and will span more than 500 aircraft, including its new A321XLR and A321neo planes from Airbus. Starlink will join Viastat and SES (previously known as Intelstat) as among
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Memory V re-creates the Memorymoog without the massive headaches or price tag
3 hours ago
by Terrence O’Brien
Entertainment, Music, News, TechThe Memorymoog is legendary for being an absolutely massive-sounding synth and being incredibly unreliable . But now you can enjoy its classic Moog sound without the headaches or the sky-high vintage price, thanks to Arturia's Memory V emulator. The Memorymoog was only made between 1982 and 1985, and was the last polyphonic synth made by Moog before it declared bankruptcy in 1987. People loved its sound, which was described as being six Minimoogs in a box, and the Memorymoog+ was among the first synths to adopt MIDI. It also came out right as the synth industry was shifting from analog
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Saving for a Switch 2 is easier with Newegg’s gift card deal
4 hours ago
by Cameron Faulkner
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingIf you foresee a bunch of Nintendo purchases in your future, Newegg’s deal on Nintendo gift cards might just help save your wallet. The retailer is offering a deal that lets gamers get $200 worth of credit towards games, consoles, and accessories for just $170. Best of all, the gift cards can stack in your account, letting you accrue enough to buy a Nintendo Switch 2 at a sweet discount. Nintendo eShop gift cards Where to Buy: $200 $170 at Newegg ($200) $100 $89.99 at Costco ($100) You don’t have to buy gift cards to reap some savings on a
Wired
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Internet Starts to Return in Iran After 3-Month Blackout
2 hours ago
by Matt Burgess, Lily Hay Newman
Security, Security / National Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Signing, OnSome internet connectivity is returning in Iran after nearly 90 days offline, web monitoring groups say. But it isn’t clear if the reconnection is permanent.
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7 Best Outdoor Security Cameras (2026) After Testing Dozens
3 hours ago
by Simon Hill
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Smart Home, Gear / Products / Home, Buying, GuideThese weatherproof outdoor security cams keep a watchful eye on your property while you get on with life. Our list includes battery-powered cameras that need no subscription.
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I've Tested Dozens of Packing Cubes. Here's What's Worth Taking on Your Next Trip
4 hours ago
by Kat Merck
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Buying, GuideWhether you’re a no-frills backpacker or a bag-checking fashionista, there’s a perfect packing cube out there for you.
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The US Can Put People on the Moon. Why Can’t It Get Iranians Online?
5 hours ago
by Katie Drummond
The Big Story, The, Big, InterviewJason Rezaian spent years reporting from Iran before being imprisoned by the regime. He says internet access is key to transforming the country—if only the US government would do something about it.
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15 Best Travel Toiletry Bags, Tested Over Many Miles (2026)
5 hours ago
by Kat Merck
Gear, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Buying, GuideOur team evaluated a ton of toiletry bags to find the best storage, organization, and design options for all your essentials.