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AI Summary

  • The tech industry is navigating the complexities and costs of AI, with companies like Google committing massive sums to compute power for AI development, exemplified by its deal with SpaceX, while others like AirTrunk invest heavily in AI data center infrastructure.
  • Regulatory scrutiny is increasing, with US lawmakers considering bills to prohibit state AI rules and concerning reports of ransomware groups employing social engineering tactics, including impersonating IT workers.
  • Startups are exploring new frontiers beyond established platforms, with a focus on next-generation social apps and innovative tech designed to reduce phone usage, while established players like Supabase are experiencing significant growth and valuation increases.
  • Significant shifts are occurring in leadership and investment, including prominent figures like Reid Hoffman returning to startup mode, VC funding dynamics being highlighted through founder stories, and debates around the profitability and future of AI companies like Anthropic ahead of potential IPOs.
  • The gaming sector continues to evolve with diverse releases, from AAA titles to indie gems, alongside major industry events like Summer Game Fest showcasing upcoming projects and new gaming hardware developments from companies like Nvidia.

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  • The cutest games from the Wholesome Direct 2026 showcase 25 minutes ago by Andrew Webster
    Entertainment, Gaming, Report, Roundup

    Every year at Summer Game Fest, nestled in between the splashy blockbuster showcases, the Wholesome Direct provides a nice change of pace. It's similarly packed with games - this year's edition had more than 50 - but the vibe is more chill and, well, wholesome. As in years past , I've pulled out some of the more intriguing reveals and announcements, though you can watch the whole thing for yourself right here . And if you're interested in checking out some of the games - a few are available now, and a bunch have demos - there's a dedicated Steam

  • Summer Game Fest 2026: All the news from gaming’s busiest week an hour ago by Verge Staff
    Entertainment, Gaming, News, Nintendo, PC Gaming, PlayStation, Xbox

    Get ready for some gaming news. It’s officially June, which means splashy new events from PlayStation, Xbox, and gaming hype man Geoff Keighley, as well as a bunch of smaller events with hidden gems. PlayStation kicked things off with a big event that featured a new look at Wolverine ahead of its September launch, a September release date announcement for Control Resonant , and an extended reveal of a brand new God of War title . The show was mostly about premium single-player games — a statement from PlayStation that it’s getting back to what it’s good at . At

  • 4K Blu-rays are three for $33 ahead of Father’s Day an hour ago by Cameron Faulkner
    Deals, Gadgets, Verge Shopping

    Director Damien Chazelle went from La La Land directly into First Man, the latter of which is included in this sale. | Photo by Daniel McFadden / Universal Studios If you know a dad with a predilection for physical media, he might really dig what you buy for him with this deal at Gruv. Ahead of Father’s Day on June 21st, the online seller (operated by Universal Pictures, in case you didn’t know) is letting you check out with three movies from a large batch for $33 — no code required. Of course, you don’t need to be a dad,

  • The mayor of Shelbyville, Indiana, says only people who live in ‘shitty houses’ oppose data center 2 hours ago by Terrence O’Brien
    AI, News, Policy, Politics

    A proposed $2 billion data center has become a political flashpoint in the small city of Shelbyville, Indiana. And the controversy has only grown more intense after the mayor, Scott Furgeson, was caught on camera saying of the "No Data Center" signs going up that, "I've seen a lot of these all over town, but I only see them in shitty houses," before adding, "most of them are rentals." The woman speaking to him in the clip quickly pushes back, saying that they're "working class," and someone chimes in to add something that a mayor shouldn't have to be told

  • Benn Jordan longs for the days of tech that didn’t spy on you 2 hours ago by Terrence O’Brien
    Creators, Culture, Entertainment, Internet Culture, Interview, Music, Report, Security, Tech

    Benn refuses to be pigeon holed. | Image: Benn Jordan Benn Jordan may have initially gained notoriety for his music as Flashbulb and later, reviewing synths and effects pedals on YouTube under Benn and Gear. But about five years ago, Benn decided to take his YouTube channel in a different direction. He didn't stop covering music gear overnight, but as time progressed, his channel became more focused on science and technology investigations. He even turned the entire enterprise into a nonprofit. While there will still be the occasional video focused on music or audio - say, poisoning AI music systems


Wired

  • The Best 3-in-1 Apple Charging Stations After Testing Top Models 3 hours ago by Simon Hill
    Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Phones, Gear / Products / Accessories, Buying, Guide

    I tried all the top models to find the best 3-in-1 Apple charging stations, pads, and more. Keep your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods topped up with these WIRED-tested docking systems.

  • Anti-Vax Dating Apps Are Going IRL. People Are Mad as Hell About It 6 hours ago by Jason Parham
    Culture, Culture / Culture News, Lovesick

    Unjected and PureBlood.Dating are hosting in-person meetups—and have transformed the dating landscape into a political battleground over bodily autonomy.

  • 2 Best Bluetooth Trackers of 2026, Plus Honorable Mentions 7 hours ago by Boutayna Chokrane
    Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Lifestyle, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Finders, Keepers

    These are the best Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, and cellular gadgets to ensure you never lose anything ever again.

  • Crypto-Funded Chinese Peptide Labs Are Booming 7 hours ago by Andy Greenberg, Dell Cameron, Dhruv Mehrotra, Maddy Varner
    Security, Security / Cyberattacks and Hacks, Security / National Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Roundup

    Plus: Hackers use Meta’s AI bots to hack Instagram accounts, Anthropic helps NSA hackers, a decades-long GPS satellite mystery may have been solved, and more.

  • Velotric Nomad 2 Fat Tire Ebike, Tested and Reviewed (2026) 7 hours ago by Maggie Slepian
    Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Product, Review

    This wide-tired bike rolls comfortably over dirt, gravel, and whatever curbs you happen to bounce down.


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