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AI Summary

  • Amazon Web Services is set to launch an AI agent marketplace in partnership with Anthropic, expanding its AI service offerings as competition heats up in the sector.
  • Tesla continues to push the boundaries of autonomous technology, seeking permits to test and potentially expand its robotaxi service to new markets like Arizona, Austin, and California.
  • Recent incidents have reignited discussions around AI ethics and accountability, with concerns raised about AI-generated child sexual abuse material surging online and the implications of recent chatbot behavior on platforms like X.
  • Influential industry leaders convened at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, focusing on the intersection of AI and design, revealing insights into venture funding and AI's impact on developer productivity.
  • In a significant ruling, a U.S. appeals court blocked the FTC’s proposed “click-to-cancel” rule, raising concerns about consumer protections in subscription services amidst an ongoing debate over subscription traps.

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TechCrunch

  1. Grok 4 seems to consult Elon Musk to answer controversial questions techcrunch.com 9 hours ago by Maxwell Zeff
    AI, Elon Musk, Grok

    This raises real questions around how "maximally truth-seeking" Grok is designed to be, versus how much it's designed to just agree with Musk,…

  2. Tesla is already trying to expand its robotaxi service to Arizona techcrunch.com 10 hours ago by Kirsten Korosec, Sean O'Kane
    Transportation, arizona, autonomous vehicles, Exclusive, Tesla

    Tesla has applied for a permit to test and deploy autonomous vehicles in Arizona. It's also eyeing expansion in Austin, Texas, and California.

  3. AWS is launching an AI agent marketplace next week with Anthropic as a partner techcrunch.com 10 hours ago by Jagmeet Singh
    AI, ai agent, Anthropic, AWS, Exclusive

    Amazon Web Services is launching an AI agent marketplace and Anthropic is one of its partners.

  4. Where AI meets design: Runway co-founder Alejandro Matamala Ortiz takes the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 techcrunch.com 11 hours ago by TechCrunch Events
    AI, Startups, TC, Disrupt 2025, TC Event Promo, TechCrunch Disrupt, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

    TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is the epicenter where 10,000+ startup and VC leaders gather to explore the future of innovation — and this year, two …

  5. How to actually raise a seed round: Actionable advice from top investors at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 techcrunch.com 11 hours ago by TechCrunch Events
    Fundraising, Startups, TC, Venture, TechCrunch Disrupt, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Disrupt 2025, TC Event Promo

    This isn’t your typical venture panel. Expect sharp insights on how to cut through the noise, structure your raise, and build relationships th…

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Wired

  1. The 7 Best Prime Day Action Camera Deals for Thrill Seekers (2025) wired.com 8 hours ago by Scott Gilbertson
    Gear, Gear / Deals, Prime, Day

    Action cameras are perfect for travel, social media vlogging, and careening around the lake on a jet ski. Upgrade your action camera with one …

  2. Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 279 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV wired.com 10 hours ago by Simon Hill, Scott Gilbertson
    Gear, Gear / Deals, Prime, Day

    We understand the skepticism with Prime Day deals—we only recommend quality gadgets that we’ve spent weeks evaluating to ensure you’re getting…

  3. DHS Tells Police That Common Protest Activities Are ‘Violent Tactics’ wired.com 12 hours ago by Dell Cameron
    Security, Security / National Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Looking, for, Trouble

    DHS is urging law enforcement to treat even skateboarding and livestreaming as signs of violent intent during a protest, turning everyday beha…

  4. 13 Best Amazon Prime Day Vacuum Deals for Dust and Dirt in 2025 wired.com 13 hours ago by Nena Farrell
    Gear, Gear / Deals, Prime, Day

    Looking for a new cleaning gadget? Whether it's a Dyson or a dupe, we've found the best deals on vacuums during Prime Day.

  5. 23 Best Prime Day Coffee Maker Deals on Machines, Grinders, and More wired.com 13 hours ago by Scott Gilbertson
    Gear, Gear / Deals, Prime, Day

    If you need to mainline some caffeine, these are the best brewers and concentrates to get that java into your system.

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Engadget

  1. Last chance Prime Day deals: Get up to 36 percent off Kindles and ereaders engadget.com an hour ago by Amy Skorheim
    Technology & Electronics, Handheld & Connected Devices, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Amy Skorheim

    Amazon’s big sale is almost ending (today is the last day) and these are the best Prime Day Kindle deals on the site. Currently, Amazon makes …

  2. Paramount+ deal: Get two months of access for only $2 engadget.com an hour ago by Lawrence Bonk
    Arts & Entertainment, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Lawrence Bonk

    It's hot out there, so this might be the perfect time to stay in and binge some TV. Paramount+ is offering one heck of a deal right now for bu…

  3. Prime Day laptop deals: Save on MacBooks, Windows 11 machines, Chromebooks and others before the sale ends engadget.com 2 hours ago by Valentina Palladino
    Computing, Shopping, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Valentina Palladino

    Regardless of if you need a new laptop for the upcoming semester or for general use at home, Amazon Prime Day may have just what you’re lookin…

  4. The best Prime Day gaming deals on video games, hardware and more to get before the sale ends engadget.com 2 hours ago by Sam Rutherford,Kris Holt
    Shopping, Technology & Electronics, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Sam Rutherford

    It doesn't take much to play games these days. Phone, console, PC or handheld are all viable options. But why play using the bare minimum when…

  5. Amazon Prime Day kitchen deals: It's the last day to get up to 50 percent off air fryers, Instant Pots, blenders and more engadget.com 2 hours ago by Amy Skorheim
    Shopping, site|engadget, provider_name|Engadget, region|US, language|en-US, author_name|Amy Skorheim

    If you’re considering updating your kitchen setup, first check out the best Prime Day kitchen deals we could find from Amazon’s sale. Engadget…

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The Verge

  1. The best Apple deals available for Amazon Prime Day 2025 theverge.com 6 hours ago by Sheena Vasani
    Apple, Deals, Prime Day, Roundup, Tech

    Apple’s AirPods Max with USB-C match their lowest price ever. If you want to upgrade your Apple gear ahead of the back-to-school shopping sea…

  2. The best Prime Day 2025 deals you can still get theverge.com 6 hours ago by Sheena Vasani
    Amazon, Deals, Roundup, Tech

    ⠀ Amazon Prime Day is usually a sprint — two hectic days of lightning deals, overflowing shopping carts, and enough browser tabs to crash a …

  3. The best Prime Day deals on charging accessories theverge.com 6 hours ago by Brandon Russell
    Amazon, Deals, Gadgets, Prime Day, Roundup, Tech

    Between our rotation of everyday devices, keeping them all charged can feel like a constant juggling act. Thanks to Prime Day, though, finding…

  4. Krafton slams ex-Subnautica 2 execs — who now say they’re suing theverge.com 7 hours ago by Ash Parrish
    Entertainment, Gaming, News

    Subnautica 2 has been at the center of a contentious debate between leadership at its developer Unknown Worlds and the game’s publisher, Kraft…

  5. The 40 best Prime Day deals you can get for under $25 theverge.com 7 hours ago by Brandon Russell
    Amazon, Deals, Prime Day, Roundup, Tech

    The Echo Pop is an easy way to add Alexa to any room, and it’s currently 45 percent off. | Image: Amazon The end of Amazon Prime Day is quick…

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