Tech
AI Summary
- OpenAI is reportedly securing a substantial $7 billion in funding via an employee tender offer, signaling strong investor confidence.
- The proliferation of AI-driven cyber threats has prompted OpenAI to develop a new model specifically designed to combat these escalating attacks.
- Google co-founder Sergey Brin has committed $100 million to combatting the proposed billionaire tax, highlighting significant concerns within the tech elite.
- Meta's newly unveiled Glimmer AI model offers a glimpse into Mark Zuckerberg's personal vision for artificial intelligence development, even as his broader AI manifesto sparks debate.
- As AI continues its rapid integration into the web, concerns are mounting that the internet's collective memory is diminishing due to AI-generated content overwhelming original sources.
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TechCrunch
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OpenAI reportedly completed a $7 billion employee tender offer
8 hours ago
by Tim Fernholz
AI, Fundraising, OpenAISan Francisco's housing market is in trouble again.
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As AI-led attacks multiply, OpenAI launches a new cyber model
9 hours ago
by Lucas Ropek
AI, Anthropic, Mythos, OpenAIOpenAI is expanding its AI cybersecurity defense program Daybreak, and rolling out a new cyber-trained AI model with it.
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Jeff Bezos might finally get his hands on a sports team
9 hours ago
by Dominic-Madori Davis
Media & Entertainment, jeff bezos, SportsJeff Bezos is reportedly close to buying his first stake in a sports team: the U.K.'s famed Liverpool Football Club.
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Now Rippling is counter-suing tiny startup Runlayer
10 hours ago
by Julie Bort
Enterprise, TC, lawsuits, RipplingThis lawsuit follows one filed last month by Runlayer that accused Rippling of stealing its product ideas. It's a seller- and buyer-beware market warning.
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Google co-founder Sergey Brin has now spent $100 million to fight the billionaire tax
11 hours ago
by Amanda Silberling
Government & Policy, billionaire tax, Google, Sergey BrinCalifornia's Prop 40 would impose a one-time 5% tax on the net worth of the state's billionaires.
Hacker News
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The Verge
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Mark Zuckerberg doesn’t understand how to live
10 hours ago
by Elizabeth Lopatto
AI, Analysis, Business, Culture, Entertainment, Meta, Report, TechRecently, a man I was rock climbing with told me about how he'd used AI to make a motivational poster for himself, which he'd hung on his bedroom wall: a bear, walking a slackline over a canyon, holding a sign that said, "Do cool shit." I made what I hoped was a polite noise. What reaction was this man looking for? He probably hoped someone, maybe me, would say it was cool or inspiring. It seemed I was not the first person he'd told about this poster. "You know, it's funny," he said to me. "No one ever says anything
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Anker’s travel charger works in almost any country and is down to $20
11 hours ago
by Sheena Vasani
Deals, Gadgets, Tech, Verge ShoppingAnker’s Nano Travel Adapter can power up to five devices at once. | Image: Anker If you’ve got international travel coming up, an adapter is essential for keeping your phone, earbuds, power banks, and other gadgets charged. Anker’s Nano Travel Adapter is one of our picks from our guide to the best gadgets for summer travel because it can charge up to five devices at once, yet it’s small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. It’s also available in black for just $19.99 ($6 off) at Amazon , Best Buy , and directly from Anker (with code
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Bluesky now lets you hide reposts from that annoying person you follow
13 hours ago
by Jay Peters
News, Social Media, TechBluesky has added a new feature that lets you hide reposts from a specific person in your feeds. The tool might be helpful if you want to stop seeing reposts from that one person who clogs up your feed with reposts of things you don't care about. If you follow me, I may be that person, I'm sorry. I try not to be. You can hide reposts from individual users by going to their profile, clicking the three dots button, and selecting the option to "Hide reposts in feeds." (X offers a similar toggle.) Bluesky also says that it's launching
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Costco’s great Switch 2 console bundle includes over $100 in free stuff
13 hours ago
by Brad Bourque
Deals, Gadgets, Verge ShoppingGames look gorgeous on its 7.9-inch screen. | Photo: Brandt Ranj / The Verge The cost of the Nintendo Switch 2 is going up by $50 on September 1st, 2026 , resulting in a $499.99 price tag for just the console. We’re just weeks away, but Costco is offering a fantastic $499.99 bundle for its members that includes a Nintendo Switch 2 , a 256GB microSD Express card ( usually $59 ), and a one year subscription to Nintendo Switch Online’s Expansion Pack tier, which normally costs $49.99 per year . That’s over $100 in value, and a great way
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What to expect from Google’s 2026 Pixel hardware launch event
15 hours ago
by Jay Peters
Gadgets, Google, Google Pixel, News, Smartwatch, Tech, WearableIt's that time of year: On Wednesday, Google is set to host its annual Made by Google hardware launch event for Pixel gadgets. Google itself has already teased new slab-style and foldable Pixel smartphones, but leaks also indicate that the company could announce updated watches, a new color for familiar earbuds, and perhaps a brand new AirTag-like item tracker. However, unusually, Google's event is taking place in the evening: It kicks off on Wednesday at 6PM ET / 3PM PT instead of in the early afternoon or mid-morning, like many other tech events. And this time it has a celebrity
Wired
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Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off August 2026
3 hours ago
by Molly Higgins
Gear, CouponsExplore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more August 2026 discounts.
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30% Off Canon Promo Codes | August 2026
3 hours ago
by Scott Gilbertson
Gear, CouponsSave an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this August.
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Valvoline Coupons and Promo Codes for August 2026
3 hours ago
by Kat Merck
Gear, Gear / Deals, CouponsWe've gathered all the top Valvoline coupons and promo codes for August 2026, including deals on full synthetic oil changes and other essential maintenance.
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Home Depot Promo Codes: 30% Off in August 2026
3 hours ago
by Matthew Korfhage
Gear, CouponsSave up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this August.
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LG Promo Codes and Coupons for August 2026
3 hours ago
by Harry Rabinowitz
Gear, CouponsSave 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.