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As the memory shortage continues to cause trouble for hardware makers, Amazon says it is now being forced to pass on the costs to its consumers.

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, Replit CEO Amjad Masad will share his perspective on the future of programming and Replit's role in developing it.

Apply before September 4 to be a part of the TechCrunch Disrupt community by hosting your own Side Event.

Early testers are raving about what Instinct can do, but some say the AI assistant’s sweeping access, broad terms and ability to act on users’ behalf come with uncomfortable trade-offs.

General Intuition, the startup building a foundation model that trains generalized AI agents how to move through space and time, is in talks to raise at a $6 billion pre-money valuation from new investors including Valor Ventures, Point72 Ventures, and Seven Seven Six.

Inside the frontier lab’s push to bring AI agents from software engineers to the masses.

In one crash, the driver of a 2024 Blazer EV said they had to "deliberately steer the vehicle into a concrete curb" to slow it down and avoid a "catastrophic intersection collision."

Hugging Face has reportedly been fielding acquisition offers that would value the company at around $13B. But with the founders' feeling of responsibility to community, doubts arise as to whether a sale will happen.

Berry Street founder Noah Kotlove and Healthify founder Tushar Vashisht will act as co-CEOs of the new entity.

A mysterious new AI model called Ox Alpha has driven certain corners of the internet into a frenzy of speculation.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority is fining Uber €825 million in the second-largest penalty issued under Europe’s GDPR.

Linkdaze's smart digital calendar stands out for not putting its features behind a paywall, including an AI meal planner tool.

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.

Flock Safety faces a growing public outcry over concerns that its surveillance technology could be misused.

Most published authors have, without their knowledge or consent, contributed to the development of the same AI tools that threaten to undermine their livelihoods. That seems illegal, right?

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ESPN is hiking the price of its subscription on September 17th, a change that will also impact its bundles with Disney Plus. In a support page spotted earlier by Sports Media Watch , ESPN says its ad-supported Select membership will cost $13.99 instead of $12.99 / month, while its Unlimited plan will rise to $31.99 from $29.99 / month. The annual ESPN Select plan is also going to $139.99 from $129.99 / year, and the annual Unlimited tier is increasing to $319.99 from $299.99 / year. Meanwhile, Disney Plus bundles with ESPN Select are going up in price as well.

Raspberry Pi's head of social, Ashley Whittaker, acknowledged the cyberdeck trend today, saying "we haven't been able to get away from cyberdecks this year." Tiny portable computers made out of things like purses, jewelry boxes, and other thrifted or recycled parts have gone viral on TikTok and other social media platforms over the past year, and Raspberry Pi now has its own guide to building one of the homemade computers. Raspberry Pi has also increased its prices multiple times this year due to rising costs for RAM and other components , which could be another reason to support this growing

Apple’s four-pack of second-generation AirTags is down to $79 (originally $99) at Amazon and at Target , which is the bundle’s lowest price yet. You can get an AirTag for $24 right now piecemeal, but getting four together as a set is a way to save even more. Why pay $96 for four when you can save $17? It felt like we had to wait longer for the cost to fall this much for first-gen AirTags, so it’s a little surprising to see the newer, better model available for less. Apple AirTag (second-gen) Apple’s latest AirTags features an upgraded ultra-wideband

Today on Decoder , I’m talking with Tim Cadogan, the CEO of GoFundMe. You know GoFundMe — it’s a major fundraising platform where you can donate to help people with everything from medical expenses to Little League uniforms to starting a new business. Tim took over as CEO in March 2020 — a fascinating and chaotic moment in the United States, and the moment, you’ll hear me argue, I think GoFundMe became a load-bearing part of American culture. Verge subscribers, don’t forget you get exclusive access to ad-free Decoder wherever you get your podcasts. Head here . Not a subscriber?

Netflix executives have considered making third-party streaming services available within its app, according to a report from The New York Times . The recent discussions reportedly centered around bringing Peacock and Fox One to Netflix, though it's unclear whether the streaming giant would sell subscriptions to the other services or add their content to its app. While Amazon's Prime Video and Roku have long sold subscriptions to rival services, the move would be a major change for Netflix, which has only joined bundles with other streamers. YouTube - Netflix's biggest rival - will also include access to Peacock as part

Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page turners and even charms, this is the guide for you.

Home theater projectors are getting better and better, and have quickly become my favorite way to enjoy movies.

Tethered display glasses are truly practical face computers. They trade bulky spatial computing for simplicity: Plug in, recline, and get a massive screen right in front of your nose.

These WIRED-tested dual-purpose air purifiers also function as heaters, fans, art pieces, and more, offering the best of both worlds.

The deepfake epidemic in schools is affecting more than students. Four teachers tell WIRED about becoming targets of sexualized, AI-generated content—and how difficult it was to find accountability.

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is expected to discover as many as 200,000 new planets and reveal details about the elusive nature of dark matter and dark energy.

The Asus PG27UCWM brings a new sub-pixel layout to the world of OLED gaming monitors, and in my testing, I appreciated the improvements it brings to the table.

I’ve tested every single Kindle. Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up.

How a tiny little electronic switch sparked the computer revolution.

Docking stations expand what your laptop can do, and I’ve been testing the best of the best to see which you should buy.

From halting my doomscrolls to automating air-quality checks, Apple’s streamlined Shortcuts app is my favorite iOS 27 feature.

Luxury water can contain different minerals and taste noticeably different. But a remote source, alkaline pH, and high price do not necessarily mean better hydration.

For uninterrupted service as you country-hop, the Saily Ultra eSIM works well and comes with plentiful perks. It’s pricey though.

Your desk setup needs a monitor arm, and I’ve been testing every one I can get my hands on to find the best.

It is possible to achieve your desired work-life balance on your smartphone. Just set up separate accounts using this built-in Android feature.

These toppers will transform your mattress into exactly what you need, whether that’s a super-plush pillow top, memory foam, or targeted back support.

Plus: Apple sends out an “unprecedented” number of spyware warnings, Ukraine hits a Russian ecommerce giant with cyber and drone attacks, and more.

The LINK probe was supposed to use robotic arms to capture Swift and lift it into a safe orbit. Problems with its control system forced NASA to call off the attempt.

Cheap energy, abundant land, and proximity to Beijing have turned a city in Inner Mongolia into a crucial hub for data centers.

A Chinese agency says the two recalls affecting some 3 million vehicles can mostly be fixed by over-the-air updates—but they will also require physical warning stickers and camera-related updates.

Meta is in court again over child safety, and this time it’s a landmark case that could force significant changes to core features of Facebook and Instagram.

Pack up your pool cleaning supplies. Let one of these robot buddies maintain your water quality instead

The Nyrius Phoenix Home True 4K60 can wirelessly transmit games, TV shows, movies, and more across your home (even through walls).

Lindsay Clancy’s defense argues she killed her three kids because of postpartum psychosis. But armchair detectives, including many fed-up mothers, are laying blame with her ex-husband.

After two years of testing, these are the electric toothbrushes that impressed WIRED staffers the most.

As the appetite for “authenticity” grows online, content creators are buying up empty boxes for luxury goods—and resellers are cashing in for “crazy prices.”

“People have talked about the Colorado River crisis for decades—we’re now in it,” says one expert. “Everyone you talk to is like, ‘Shit, man.’”

From the best Dyson vacuum to the best wireless headphones and earbuds we’ve tested, you can get some great gadgets on sale already ahead of Labor Day.

The UK government is facing calls to cancel a sprawling health care contract with Palantir. The region of Greater Manchester insists it can do a better job itself.

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Incremental improvements fail to generate much excitement, but Google’s Pixel 11 is still an accomplished Android phone.

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This week on “Uncanny Valley,” Andy Greenberg discusses sitting in on a war game simulating a cyberattack from the Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon