Tech
AI Summary
- SpaceX is gearing up for what could be the largest IPO in history, potentially pricing shares at $135, while also facing scrutiny over its ownership structure and the environmental impact of related data centers.
- The AI race continues to heat up with significant funding rounds for companies like Jeff Bezos's Prometheus aiming to build an 'artificial general engineer,' and Anthropic expanding enterprise AI deployments.
- Tech giants are navigating complex ethical and security landscapes, from Oracle warning of security breaches to Google suing scammers using its Gemini AI, and Meta's Edits app integrating an AI assistant.
- The future of mobility is being reshaped by companies like Waymo, which is launching loyalty programs and premium tiers, and also by advancements in robotics with Theker raising funds for versatile factory robots.
- Focus on community and user-centric features is evident across platforms, with Bluesky launching group chats and shifting its strategy towards community building, while concerns about child online safety lead to potential social media bans.
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TechCrunch
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Cheaper, faster, and culturally aware, Avataar’s video AI is built for India’s scale
7 hours ago
by Ivan Mehta
AI, Avataar, India, india ai, Peak XVAvataar AI's distilled video model is priced at $0.005 for every second of generation
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Equal AI raises $30M to screen calls so Indians don’t have to
7 hours ago
by Ivan Mehta
Apps, Fundraising, AI assistant, call screen, India, Prosus VenturesEqual AI said that its AI-powered call assistant now has over a million monthly active users.
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Theker just raised $85M to build the factory robot that doesn’t specialize in anything
9 hours ago
by Anna Heim
AI, Robotics, Startups, Automation, thekerUnlike humanoid robots designed around a fixed form — think Boston Dynamics — Theker's machines are built to be reconfigured.
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Jeff Bezos’s Prometheus raises $12B to build an ‘artificial general engineer’ for the physical world
10 hours ago
by Marina Temkin
AI, Biotech & Health, Hardware, jeff bezos, physical ai, PrometheusThe new round values the physical AI startup that aims to automate heavy engineering and drug design at $41 billion.
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SpaceX officially prices shares at $135 in the largest IPO ever
15 hours ago
by Tim Fernholz, Marina Temkin
AI, Space, Elon Musk, SpaceX, spacex ipoWits its official share pricing announcement, SpaceX's IPO has begun.
Hacker News
- AI agent bankrupted their operator while trying to scan DN42 6 hours ago
- If you are asking for human attention, demonstrate human effort 12 hours ago
- Nobody ever gets credit for fixing problems that never happened (2001) [pdf] 11 hours ago
- The Future of Email 34 minutes ago
- Show HN: Homebrew 6.0.0 a day ago
Engadget
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Google sues Chinese scammers using Gemini AI for fraud
25 minutes ago
by Steve Dent
NewsGoogle sued a Chinese cybercrime network for using its Gemini AI in a 'massive' scam operation.
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Senators introduce bipartisan bill to fight government censorship
4 hours ago
by Mariella Moon
Big TechSenators Cruz and Wyden have introduced the JAWBONE Act to fight government censorship while arguing over who's censoring who.
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Researchers are developing textiles that can produce drinking water from the air
12 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
ScienceHow very Dune.
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Overwatch's latest hero will throw a bike at your head
14 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
GamingShion arrives when Season 3 starts on June 16.
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Another parent has filed a wrongful death suit against OpenAI
17 hours ago
by Anna Washenko
AIYet another parent is suing OpenAI, claiming its chatbot did not do enough to prevent their child's death by suicide.
The Verge
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Siri won’t be your AI girlfriend
4 hours ago
by Thomas Ricker
AI, Apple, News, Tech‘Listen, that's not what I'm here for.' | Image: Apple Our early testing has already shown that Siri AI knows when to shut up , and that's very much by design. In an interview with Mostly Human spotted by MacRumors , Craig Federighi said Apple's new Siri won't act all sycophantic like chatbots made by OpenAI, Google, and others. "As you may know, if you use many of the existing chatbots, they're really focused on engagement to a large degree," said Federighi, who is responsible for software at Apple. "And sycophancy, right? They kind of want to pull you in.
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Amazon’s Echo Hub gets a customizable new look and Ring’s AI features
13 hours ago
by Stevie Bonifield
Amazon, Amazon Alexa, News, Smart Home, TechAmazon's rolling out a free software update for Echo Hub devices that gives the homescreen a much-needed update to the interface it launched with in 2024 . It had already added Alex Plus AI support, but the new interface has a cleaner, fully customizable layout that fits more smart home info and controls on the screen than the previous version. The Echo Hub is also getting access to Ring AI's Video Search feature that lets you use natural language to search through your smart home camera footage, as well as Alexa Plus summaries of detected camera events. These are the
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Logitech’s awesome MX Master 3S mouse drops to under $100
15 hours ago
by Brad Bourque
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingThe platform-agnostic Logitech MX Master 3S wireless mouse is discounted to $89.99 at Amazon ($30 off), matching the best price we’ve seen so far this year. While it may look like a somewhat ordinary mouse, it has a unique second scroll wheel near the left thumb that’s surprisingly useful for horizontal scrolling in spreadsheets. You can connect the mouse to Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS, and Linux systems using either Bluetooth or the included USB-A 2.4GHz wireless adapter. Logitech MX Master 3S The MX Master 3S is a favorite among many Verge staff members because of its comfort and customization. The mouse’s
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Blink’s six-piece outdoor camera kit is a great deal under $200
17 hours ago
by Brad Bourque
Deals, Gadgets, Smart Home, Tech, Verge ShoppingYou can save on a big set of outdoor security cameras ahead of Prime Day . Amazon has a five-pack of Blink cameras with a video doorbell included that’s marked down to $166.99. The bundle includes a Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ , five Blink Outdoor 2K+ cameras, and a Blink Sync Module Core . The doorbell is typically $70, and each camera generally retails between $80 and $100, so you’re saving at least $200 by grabbing them all in the set. Blink Video Doorbell and Five Camera Bundle Where to Buy: $419.98 $166.99 at Amazon The video doorbell captures video
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Roborock’s Q10 S5 Plus robovac is over half off, matching its best price to date
17 hours ago
by Sheena Vasani
Deals, Gadgets, Tech, Verge ShoppingRoborock’s Q10 S5 Plus comes with a self-emptying dock and is under $300. | Image: Roborock Even at full price, the Roborock Q10 S5 Plus offers impressive value, boasting features typically reserved for pricier robovac models at a fraction of the price. That’s especially true today. It’s down to just $269.99 ($280 off) at Wellbots when you apply promo code NEW10 , which matches its all-time low and is the best price we’ve seen since Black Friday last year. If you prefer a different retailer, you can also buy it at Amazon and directly from Robovac for $10 more. Roborock
Wired
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Sheeran Loopers Looper X Review: Create Your One-Person Tour
41 minutes ago
by Pete Cottell
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Home, In, the, LoopThe musician created his own line of loopers that record and layer riffs in a loop. The pricey Looper X does what it claims, but it isn’t without quirks.
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Matchmakers Are Being Paid $25K to Find Trad Wives for Rich Men
42 minutes ago
by Ej Dickson
Culture, Culture / Digital Culture, Expensive, TasteEven in blue states, nonreligious tech entrepreneurs and CEOs are increasingly asking for “traditional” and “conservative” women, matchmakers tell WIRED.
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The US Is Requiring Foreign Influencers to Get Work Visas for the 2026 World Cup
an hour ago
by Fernanda González
Culture, Culture / Digital Culture, Politics, World, Cup, 2026FIFA announced agreements with platforms such as TikTok and YouTube that include the participation of dozens of international influencers to generate content in the three host countries.
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You Probably Won’t Get Rich Off the SpaceX IPO
2 hours ago
by Brian Barrett
Business, Business / Artificial Intelligence, Number, Go, UpThe company has set aside an unusually high number of shares for retail investors. Still, experts say, you’re just getting the crumbs.
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SpaceX IPO Puts Elon Musk’s ‘Extreme’ Ownership to the Test
2 hours ago
by Paresh Dave
Business, Business / Big Tech, Lift, OffThe rocket maker debuts on Nasdaq today under a wave of criticism about Musk’s near-absolute control. It’s how the company has worked from the start.