Tech
AI Summary
- Uber is facing a substantial $1 billion fine over its automated driver suspension system, raising questions about algorithmic accountability in the gig economy.
- The legality of training AI models on copyrighted material remains a complex and evolving issue, with ongoing debates and potential legal challenges.
- Apple is reportedly implementing significant job cuts within its Siri and Vision Pro divisions, signaling a shift in priorities for its AI and AR/VR initiatives.
- The tech industry is witnessing a surge in AI startups, with companies like Inherent, founded by DeepMind alumni, making significant strides in AI research and development.
- TikTok has agreed to a $400 million settlement with the DOJ regarding a child privacy lawsuit, highlighting the increasing scrutiny on social media platforms' data handling practices.
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TechCrunch
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Who’s behind the new ‘stealth model’ Ox Alpha?
3 hours ago
by Anthony Ha
AI, openrouterA mysterious new AI model called Ox Alpha has driven certain corners of the internet into a frenzy of speculation.
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Uber faces fine of nearly $1B over automated driver suspensions
3 hours ago
by Anthony Ha
Apps, Government & Policy, TC, Transportation, UberThe Dutch Data Protection Authority is fining Uber €825 million in the second largest penalty issued under Europe’s GDPR.
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Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a household, not just track a schedule
4 hours ago
by Lauren Forristal
AI, Apps, Gadgets, Hardware, smart calendarLinkdaze's smart digital calendar stands out for not putting its features behind a paywall, including an AI meal planner tool.
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TechCrunch Mobility: The custom chip driving Waymo’s robotaxi ambitions
7 hours ago
by Kirsten Korosec
Transportation, Tesla, Uber, Waymo, wayve, robotaxisWelcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
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Flock CEO calls for ‘compromise’ as surveillance company faces growing backlash
7 hours ago
by Anthony Ha
Hardware, AI, Government & Policy, flock safetyFlock Safety faces a growing public outcry over concerns that its surveillance technology could be misused.
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The Verge
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GTA VI: all the news on Rockstar’s next entry in the Grand Theft Auto series
4 hours ago
by Verge Staff
Entertainment, Gaming, News, TechIt’s been over a decade and two console generations since GTA V came out, and its sequel is still a work in progress. GTA VI has faced multiple delays, with developer Rockstar Games bumping back its predicted release date twice, first to May 26th, 2026, then again to November 19th, 2026 , a full year after its originally planned release window of fall 2025, and facing accusations of union busting after firing more than 30 employees. Now, preorders have opened for the digital code-only game, offering the $79.99 standard edition and $99.99 Ultimate Edition on both PS5 and Xbox Series
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We’re All Going to the World’s Fair is an intimate coming-of-age horror film
8 hours ago
by Terrence O’Brien
Column, Entertainment, Film, Movie ReviewJane Schoenbrun 's latest film, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma , is making a splash in theaters right now. So it seems like the perfect time to revisit their first film, We're All Going to the World's Fair . I fell in love with this film when I first saw it at Sundance in 2021. We are immediately introduced to our protagonist, Casey, as she engages in the World's Fair Challenge, a sort of ARG creepypasta meets ice bucket challenge. There's a creepy mantra, some bloodletting, and a mysterious video - basically a speedrun of horror movie tropes.
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Grand Theft Auto VI exists in its own universe
11 hours ago
by Andrew Webster
Column, Entertainment, Gaming, Tech, The StepbackThis is The Stepback , a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on GTA VI and the state of the video game industry, follow Andrew Webster . The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here . How it started Four years ago, fans got a long-awaited look at Grand Theft Auto VI with a huge cache of videos that showed off Rockstar's latest open-world epic. There were 90 videos in total, providing a glimpse at the next-generation take on Vice City, introducing the game's new
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Doodle generative compositions in your browser with Musical Spirograph
a day ago
by Terrence O’Brien
Entertainment, Music, Tech, WebSo pretty. | Screenshot: Terrence O’Brien / The Verge I remember having a Spirograph as a kid and being obsessed with it. Its geometric patterns are hypnotic and gorgeous. I also love generative music composition. So bringing those two things together in a browser tab, I'm hooked. Musical Spirograph is a relatively simple concept. A set of points dash around the screen according to mathematical equations, generating hypotrochoids and epitrochoids. Those points pass through a series of concentric rings which trigger specific notes. Honestly, that alone is fun enough, but you can customize it quite a bit. There are six
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W. Kamau Bell has the most practical ‘most indispensable tool’
a day ago
by Terrence O’Brien
Entertainment, Interview, ReportI’m just as confused as you. | Image: Aundre Larrow W. Kamau Bell is one of those people who has always just seemed to be there. From Totally Biased , to Politically Re-Active , United Shades of America , and We Need to Talk About Cosby , his blend of comedy, social commentary, and political activism has helped him stand out. He's won a Peabody and four Emmys, been a Celebrity Jeopardy! champion, received honors from the ACLU, and been crowned the Ambassador of Fishbone by founding member Chris Dowd. Bell is, if nothing else, a busy man. So we're
Wired
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Asus ROG Swift RGB Stripe OLED Review: Clarity King
10 hours ago
by Matthew S. Smith
Gear, Gear / Products, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Computers, Gear / Products / Gaming, Product, ReviewThe 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.
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What’s the Best Kindle of 2026? (So Far)
12 hours ago
by Nena Farrell
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Accessories, Book, SmartI’ve tested every single Kindle. Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up.
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Transistors Changed Everything. Here’s How They Work
12 hours ago
by Rhett Allain
Science, Science / Physics and Math, Dot, PhysicsHow a tiny little electronic switch sparked the computer revolution.
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The 6 Best Laptop Docking Stations to Unlock the Full Desktop Experience (2026)
12 hours ago
by Luke Larsen
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Computers, Buying, GuideDocking stations expand what your laptop can do, and I’ve been testing the best of the best to see which you should buy.
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7 Basic iPhone Tricks I Built With iOS 27’s Revamped Shortcuts App
13 hours ago
by Reece Rogers
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