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TechCrunch

OpenAI Acquires Odessia, travel startup created by Sonder founder

OpenAI has not yet said what its plans are for the future of travel. But Sonder founder Francis Davidson is a well-known figure in the travel industry.

31 minutes ago

TechCrunch

OpenAI Acquires Odessia, travel startup created by Sonder founder

Engadget

What is the 'Dead Internet Theory' and should humanity be worried?

As AI-generated content takes over the internet, will human beings still be able to connect online with other humans in a meaningful way?

40 minutes ago

Engadget

What is the 'Dead Internet Theory' and should humanity be worried?

TechCrunch

OpenAI, Anthropic face new oversight as New York’s AI safety law takes effect

New York is preparing to enforce its sweeping AI safety law, requiring major developers like OpenAI and Anthropic to register, disclose safety practices, and report critical incidents or face fines.

48 minutes ago

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OpenAI, Anthropic face new oversight as New York’s AI safety law takes effect

TechCrunch

Proximal Ventures raises debut fund to back startups bringing AI to drug development

Former SignalFire investor Sahir Raoof raises $27.5M for new fund targeting AI in pharma

53 minutes ago

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Proximal Ventures raises debut fund to back startups bringing AI to drug development

TechCrunch

X-energy gets green light to build its first small modular nuclear reactors

X-energy received a construction permit from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission to build four reactors in Texas.

56 minutes ago

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X-energy gets green light to build its first small modular nuclear reactors

TechCrunch

All 7 Anthropic founders will each cash out about $250M in IPO

Each of the seven co-founders plans to sell exactly the same number of shares in the IPO, which would bring each of them about $250 million in cash at the midpoint of the price range while leaving the group in control of the company.

1 hour ago

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All 7 Anthropic founders will each cash out about $250M in IPO

Ars Technica

Google Fi adds support for a second 5G network, won't say which one

Fi has always supported T-Mobile, but the new one? Google won't say.

2 hours ago

Ars Technica

Google Fi adds support for a second 5G network, won't say which one

Engadget

The best-selling game console of all time is over 25 years old

Sony shipped over 160 million PlayStation 2 units over its 13-year run.

2 hours ago

Engadget

The best-selling game console of all time is over 25 years old

Engadget

New York will independently test AI models

The state's research center will check AI companies' work instead of taking their word.

2 hours ago

Engadget

New York will independently test AI models

TechCrunch

PSI is trying to make a business out of AI-driven scientific discovery

PSI used an unreleased Anthropic model to answer a fundamental question about quantum computing that scientists have pursued for nearly two decades.

2 hours ago

TechCrunch

PSI is trying to make a business out of AI-driven scientific discovery

Ars Technica

Pixel phones getting new icon styles, Create My Widget, and more in November Pixel Drop

Spruce up your home screen with expanded custom icons and AI-generated widgets.

2 hours ago

Ars Technica

Pixel phones getting new icon styles, Create My Widget, and more in November Pixel Drop

Engadget

Google's impressive Rambler dictation tech is now available on Pixel 10 devices too

November's Pixel Drop also brings other AI features to older Pixel phones, while the Pixel 11's HiLight feature now works with Google Messages.

2 hours ago

Engadget

Google's impressive Rambler dictation tech is now available on Pixel 10 devices too

Engadget

How much did the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 cost in 2020 vs 2026?

You've adjusted for inflation, but the math isn't mathing. We can explain why you may be feeling sticker shock over the cost of a ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14.

2 hours ago

Engadget

How much did the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 cost in 2020 vs 2026?

Ars Technica

Free video-streaming service Tubi lets users share curated watchlists now

User-based recommendations could make it easier to find stuff to watch on Tubi.

3 hours ago

Ars Technica

Free video-streaming service Tubi lets users share curated watchlists now

Engadget

Here's what to look for so you don't get scammed by a fake GPU

From tracking number heists to missing memory dies, don't waste your precious time and money on a bogus GPU bargain.

3 hours ago

Engadget

Here's what to look for so you don't get scammed by a fake GPU

Ars Technica

Steam Deck performance gets a reality check with Valve's new FPS data

Benchmark tools for generic gaming rigs could be coming soon.

4 hours ago

Ars Technica

Steam Deck performance gets a reality check with Valve's new FPS data

WIRED

‘We Have to Take Over’: Far-Right Extremists Want to Seize Control of the GOP

MAGA failed because it didn’t go far enough, right-wing extremists say—and following devastating midterm losses, they see an opportunity to take over.

5 hours ago

WIRED

‘We Have to Take Over’: Far-Right Extremists Want to Seize Control of the GOP

Ars Technica

One space station company sues another for copying its work

"NASA advised that Vast’s submission in some locations substituted 'the PAM Provider' for Axiom"

5 hours ago

Ars Technica

One space station company sues another for copying its work

Ars Technica

Nvidia has a Jensen Huang problem—and no obvious successor

Huang faces a board probe as investors fret over Nvidia’s lack of a clear successor.

6 hours ago

Ars Technica

Nvidia has a Jensen Huang problem—and no obvious successor

WIRED

4DX Movies Are Entering Their Thirsty Romance Era

From Heated Rivalry to Wicker, the movie format that embraces thrusting chairs and splashing the crowd is catering to those who want a horny communal theatergoing experience.

7 hours ago

WIRED

4DX Movies Are Entering Their Thirsty Romance Era

WIRED

This New Linux-Based Desktop Operating System Is Built for AI Nerds

Built by Cyanogen’s cofounder, Kora is a next-gen alternative to Windows and macOS built for power users running local AI models.

7 hours ago

WIRED

This New Linux-Based Desktop Operating System Is Built for AI Nerds

WIRED

Ring’s Indoor Drone Camera Is Back—and Now Powered by AI

This $250 Drone Cam flies around your home to monitor threats. There’s also the Rover Cam for businesses, featuring the guts of Amazon’s former Astro robot.

8 hours ago

WIRED

Ring’s Indoor Drone Camera Is Back—and Now Powered by AI

WIRED

The Grindr 1 Percent Is Getting Its Own Gated Community

The gay hookup app’s premium tier Edge rolls out this month. Grindr will limit membership numbers to “preserve exclusivity.”

9 hours ago

WIRED

The Grindr 1 Percent Is Getting Its Own Gated Community

WIRED

Louis Rossmann Wants More People to Care About the Right to Repair

The outspoken consumer rights advocate knows the incoming Democrat-heavy Congress has a lot to get done. But he hopes one of those things is letting you fix your own iPhone.

10 hours ago

WIRED

Louis Rossmann Wants More People to Care About the Right to Repair