Tech18 stories ›
Nvidia recruits Wall Street to fund $500B in AI infrastructure via GPU-backed financing plan
Nvidia is pitching GPUs as long-term collateral to unlock $500 billion in AI infrastructure funding, drawing both investor enthusiasm and skepticism about chip
Tech · +10 outlets
Brad Lightcap, longtime OpenAI COO and special projects lead, departs the AI lab
One of OpenAI's longest-serving executives is leaving to start a new venture, continuing a series of leadership shake-ups at the company.
Tech · +13 outlets
Google Gemini hits 1 billion monthly users, becomes Google's fastest-growing product ever
Google's AI assistant reaches a major milestone, with 63% of users leveraging voice mode and over 150 million images generated daily.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Gemini becomes Google's fastest-growing product ever as it hits 1B users
Google's AI assistant reaches a major milestone, with 63% of users leveraging voice mode and over 150 million images generated daily.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Microsoft August 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes nearly 400 security flaws including exploited zero-days
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday addresses 398 to 421 CVEs across its product line, including at least one actively exploited Windows driver zero-day.
blog.qualys.com · +13 outlets
SpaceXAI launches Grok Bot, a team of always-on AI agents for macOS and iOS
Elon Musk's SpaceXAI debuts Grok Bot, AI agents that can work in the cloud and retain context across tasks, available to SuperGrok Heavy and Cursor subscribers.
MacRumors · +4 outlets
AI18 stories ›
Nvidia confirms $500B AI infrastructure financing deal with Wall Street alts giants
Jensen Huang's plan to raise $500 billion from alternative asset managers for AI data center buildout draws comparisons to auto securitization and sparks debate
Investor's Business Daily · +10 outlets
Anthropic to add invisible watermarks to all Claude AI-generated text
Anthropic extends watermarking to older models as Claude users cannot opt out, aligning with EU regulatory requirements ahead of a potential IPO.
AI News & Artificial Intelligence · +14 outlets
Meta's $2B deal for AI startup Manus unwinds after China forces reversal
Manus to resume independent operations after geopolitical pressure scuttled Meta's acquisition, highlighting risks in cross-border AI M&A.
CNBC · +12 outlets
OpenAI employees cash out $7B in stock at $852B valuation; COO Brad Lightcap departs
OpenAI's stock buyback eases liquidity pressure ahead of potential IPO as longtime COO Brad Lightcap leaves to start something new.
The Decoder · +2 outlets
River AI, co-founded by xAI co-founder Babuschkin, raises $1.1B from General Catalyst
The two-month-old startup pursuing personal AI agents secures massive early-stage funding, underscoring investor appetite for agentic AI.
AI News & Artificial Intelligence · +9 outlets
Anthropic prepares mega-IPO for Sept/Oct at $965B valuation amid investor skepticism
Anthropic plans what could be the largest-ever IPO while facing tough questions on Chinese competition and political headwinds, and pushes into healthcare.
The Decoder · +1 outlets
Media18 stories ›
Trump Media reports $238M Q2 loss, pivots to selling $100K subscriptions for early access to Truth Social posts
Trump Media & Technology Group reported a $238 million net loss for Q2 2026, driven by writedowns on its Bitcoin holdings, as the company launches a new revenue
CBS News · +15 outlets
Nicholas Hoult cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter series Season 2
The Superman actor will join the HBO series playing the vain Defense Against the Dark Arts professor, a role originated by Kenneth Branagh in the film adaptatio
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
California AG Bonta open to structural remedies in Paramount-WBD merger lawsuit
California Attorney General Rob Bonta signaled willingness to consider breaking up the companies rather than accept behavioral remedies he calls hard to enforce
Deadline · +9 outlets
National CineMedia acquires elevator ad firm Captivate for $275M
The cinema advertising company expands beyond movie theaters by buying Captivate Holdings, a digital advertising network in elevators and lobbies across North A
Deadline · +2 outlets
Crunchyroll acquires global rights to Makoto Shinkai's next feature film
Sony's anime division will distribute the acclaimed director's untitled eighth feature outside Asia and India, continuing the partnership behind Suzume and Your
Deadline · +14 outlets
Julie Andrews confirms she will not return for The Princess Diaries 3, saying she is retired from on-screen acting
The 90-year-old actress turned down the offer to reprise her role as Queen Clarisse Renaldi, leaving the third installment to focus on Princess Mia.
Variety · +14 outlets
Startups18 stories ›
General Catalyst leads $1.1B round into 2-month-old AI startup River AI
The startup founded by xAI co-founder Igor Babuschkin secured a massive early-stage round for its personal agent vision.
TechCrunch · +1 outlets
Chinese AI startup Manus returns to independence after China blocks Meta acquisition
Chinese regulators forced Meta to unwind its $2 billion deal to acquire Manus, sending the AI startup back to independent operations.
CNBC · +12 outlets
UK defense startup Cambridge Aerospace raises $300M at $3.4B valuation
The counter-drone interceptor missile startup triples its valuation in a Series C round backed by Anduril investors.
EU-Startups · +14 outlets
Anthropic surpasses OpenAI as world's most valuable AI startup
The AI company leapfrogged OpenAI in valuation, marking a shift in the AI startup hierarchy.
TechJuice · +14 outlets
Defense startup Neros triples valuation to $2.5B on drone demand
The defense drone company's valuation surged amid growing global demand for military drone technology.
Bloomberg.com · +2 outlets
OpenAI concludes $7B share buyback ahead of potential IPO
The AI giant executed a large buyback without raising its valuation, amid reports of a possible public offering.
Benzinga · +2 outlets
Business18 stories ›
CoreWeave stock surges after earnings beat, revenue doubles on AI demand
CoreWeave topped revenue and earnings expectations as AI cloud demand accelerates, though the company carries $35 billion in debt.
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
Oil rises above $83 as Iran ties Strait of Hormuz reopening to conditions
U.S. oil climbed as much as 3% after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz won't reopen until conditions are met, and the U.S. fired on a ship it says violated the Ira
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
OpenAI executive Brad Lightcap departs, latest in leadership shake-up
Longtime OpenAI executive Brad Lightcap announced his exit amid ongoing leadership churn at the AI lab and ahead of its IPO plans.
US Top News and Analysis · +8 outlets
Riot Platforms strikes $9 billion AI compute deal with Anthropic
Bitcoin miner Riot Platform signed a 20-year, $9 billion compute deal with Anthropic, signaling bitcoin miners' pivot to AI infrastructure.
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
Intel upsizes stock offering to $20 billion as AI demand accelerates
Intel priced a $20 billion stock offering at $95 per share to fund its AI infrastructure buildout amid surging demand.
US Top News and Analysis · +2 outlets
CME to launch AI computing power futures contracts
CME Group plans to introduce two AI compute futures contracts in October, making AI computing power a tradable asset class.
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
Science18 stories ›
Scientists release largest 2D map of the universe with 5.6 trillion pixels and nearly 4 billion cosmic objects
The map, created from NOIRLab data, covers half the sky and includes billions of galaxies and stars, serving as a major resource for astronomy research.
Latest from Space.com · +8 outlets
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope begins integrated operations ahead of launch
The telescope, set to launch in the coming years, will study dark energy, exoplanets, and infrared astrophysics with a wide-field view.
NASA Science (.gov) · +14 outlets
James Webb Space Telescope captures stunning images of the Lion Nebula (NGC 2392)
Webb's high-resolution infrared view reveals the nebula's complex structure in unprecedented detail, highlighting its lion-like appearance.
Latest from Space.com · +9 outlets
August 12 total solar eclipse: NASA to study corona from planes and balloons, livestreams available
The total solar eclipse visible across parts of Europe will be studied by NASA using high-altitude aircraft and balloons, with multiple free livestreams for the
Latest from Space.com · +14 outlets
Chinese rocket explodes less than 90 seconds after liftoff
An uncrewed Chinese rocket failed shortly after launch, lighting up the sky with debris in a rare public failure.
Latest from Space.com · +14 outlets
CRISPR-armed phages help treat severe superbug infection
Phage viruses engineered with CRISPR-Cas systems successfully cleared a severe antibiotic-resistant E. coli infection in a patient.
New Scientist · +3 outlets
Biotech18 stories ›
Sionna Therapeutics' cystic fibrosis drug fails Phase 2 trial, shares plunge nearly 100%
Sionna's CFTR modulator did not show meaningful additive benefit when combined with Vertex's Trikafta, removing a competitive threat to Vertex and sending Sionn
BioPharma Dive · +12 outlets
Trump signs executive order seeking to split MMR vaccine and overhaul childhood immunization schedule
The executive order aims to separate MMR into three single-shot vaccines and reduce the CDC-recommended schedule, drawing pushback from doctors, the pharma indu
BioPharma Dive · +14 outlets
FDA rejects ITM's radiopharmaceutical therapy over manufacturing issues, blocking Novartis rival
The FDA declined to approve ITM's cancer radiopharmaceutical due to manufacturing quality concerns, halting what analysts expected to be a competitor to Novarti
STAT · +2 outlets
FDA grants accelerated approval to Replimune's herpes virus-based melanoma drug RP1
The FDA approved Replimune's RP1 (RP1/Opdivo combo) for advanced melanoma after prior rejections, marking a new oncolytic virus-based therapy option.
Medical Xpress · +12 outlets
Epicrispr Biotechnologies closes $90M Series C for FSHD epigenetic editing therapy
The oversubscribed round will fund a first-in-class epigenetic therapy for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) as the company completes enrollment of
BioPharma Dive · +7 outlets
Vaderis raises $152M Series B to test AKT inhibitor for rare bleeding disorder HHT
Vaderis will use the funding to advance engasertib, an AKT-targeting drug for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, a rare disease that has had no approved tre
BioPharma Dive · +3 outlets
Climate18 stories ›
Amazon data center backed by power plant on track to become top US climate polluter
Amazon's Texas data center would be powered by a natural gas plant that could become the largest single source of climate pollution in the US.
Ars Technica · +14 outlets
Tesla files for $10.1B solar cell factory in Texas under 'Project Crystal Sun'
Tesla's planned solar factory in Fort Bend County would be a massive manufacturing investment for US solar production.
Electrek · +5 outlets
China EV sales surge as gasoline vehicle sales collapse in July
Pure battery-electric cars are the only vehicle type growing in China's auto market, indicating a structural shift.
Electrek · +14 outlets
AI data center demand drives gas turbine boom with Siemens backlog near 70 GW, Caterpillar sales surge
Siemens Energy and Caterpillar report surging gas turbine orders as AI and data center electricity demand accelerates.
Utility Dive · +14 outlets
India crosses 300 GW of non-fossil fuel installed electricity generation capacity
India reaches 60% of its 500 GW renewable energy target by 2030, reinforcing its clean energy leadership.
newsonair.gov.in · +14 outlets
SpaceX's Terafab chip plant in Texas to run on natural gas, not Tesla solar
Elon Musk's chip megafactory will use gas power plants despite Tesla's involvement, highlighting fossil fuel reliance for new AI infrastructure.
Electrek · +14 outlets
Games18 stories ›
Nintendo Officially Confirms Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake for Switch 2
Nintendo announced a remake of the 1998 classic for its next-gen console, launching in 2026.
Polygon.com · +14 outlets
Supermassive Games Lays Off Up To 75 Employees, Third Round of Cuts in Three Years
The Until Dawn and Little Nightmares III developer announced another round of layoffs to ensure company sustainability.
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed · +14 outlets
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Sees Elder Scrolls 6 Demo, Teases 8-Letter Subtitle
During a Bethesda visit, Sharma posted about a live playthrough of the long-awaited RPG and hinted at its subtitle.
IGN Articles · +5 outlets
The Legend of Zelda-Themed Switch 2 Special Edition Console and Controller Leak
Leaked images suggest Nintendo is preparing a Zelda 40th-anniversary limited-edition Switch 2 bundle.
Nintendo Life · +14 outlets
Stop Killing Games Joins Dutch Lawsuit Against Sony Over PlayStation Store Monopoly
The preservation group backs a $457M lawsuit alleging Sony's total control over digital store pricing is illegal.
IGN Articles · +7 outlets
Battlefield 6 Trailer Shows New Version of Wake Island With Top Gun Crossover
EA released a trailer for Battlefield 6 highlighting the returning fan-favorite map Wake Island.
GameSpot · +13 outlets
Sports18 stories ›
Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB over J.J. McCarthy
The Vikings have ended their quarterback competition by selecting Kyler Murray as starter over former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy ahead of the preseason.
www.espn.com · +14 outlets
Bears safety Coby Bryant to miss 4-6 months after knee surgery
Bears safety Coby Bryant underwent knee surgery and will be sidelined for four to six months, a significant blow to Chicago's secondary.
www.espn.com · +14 outlets
CBS Sports president says 'no timetable' on Tony Romo's future after arrest
CBS Sports has not set a timeline for a decision on NFL analyst Tony Romo, who was placed on indefinite leave following his arrest for suspicion of driving unde
www.espn.com · +14 outlets
Angels fire pitching coach Mike Maddux and two other coaches
The Los Angeles Angels fired pitching coach Mike Maddux, assistant Darryl Scott and bullpen coach Dom Chiti amid a league-worst 508 walks and a 4.51 staff ERA.
www.espn.com · +14 outlets
Adley Rutschman activated, to make Red Sox debut
Catcher Adley Rutschman, acquired by Boston at the trade deadline, has been activated off the injured list and will bat third in his Red Sox debut against the B
www.espn.com · +14 outlets
Jets CB Qwan'tez Stiggers hospitalized after collapsing in practice
New York Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers was taken to the hospital after collapsing during a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
CBS Sports Headlines · +14 outlets
Entertainment18 stories ›
Nicholas Hoult to Play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's 'Harry Potter' Season 2
The 'Superman' actor joins the HBO series in the role previously played by Kenneth Branagh in the 'Chamber of Secrets' film adaptation.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Surpasses $1.6 Billion Globally, Sets Records in India and Philippines
The Tom Holland-led sequel continues its box office dominance, becoming the first Hollywood film to cross 500 crore gross in India.
LIGA.net · +12 outlets
Rod Stewart Cancels Tour Dates for Four Weeks to Recover From Coronary Stent Procedure
The singer's 'One Last Time' farewell tour and Las Vegas residency are paused on doctor's advice after a routine coronary stent procedure.
Billboard · +14 outlets
Julie Andrews Confirms She Will Not Return for 'The Princess Diaries 3'
The 90-year-old icon says she is retired from on-screen acting and will not reprise her role as Queen Clarisse Renaldi opposite Anne Hathaway.
Deadline · +14 outlets
'Michael' Michael Jackson Biopic Now Streaming on Starz
The blockbuster biopic has finally arrived on streaming platforms for home viewing.
Rolling Stone · +14 outlets
DC Confirms 'Blue Beetle' TV Series After Scrapping 'Booster Gold'
James Gunn confirms the status of Xolo Mariduena's spin-off series ahead of his return as Blue Beetle in 'Man of Tomorrow'.
Collider · +10 outlets
Luxe18 stories ›
Family of bikini designer files $50M lawsuit in Montauk yacht death claiming assault
New details emerge and a $50 million lawsuit alleges assault in the death of an Irish designer on a luxury yacht in the Hamptons.
Fox News · +6 outlets
Saudi Arabia proposes minimum hotel staffing rules, up to three employees per room
New regulations would require hotels in Saudi Arabia to maintain minimum staffing ratios, reshaping hospitality employment from 2027.
ET TravelWorld · +7 outlets
London police seize over $10 million in supercars for anti-social driving
The Metropolitan Police's latest crackdown operation was the most successful in a five-year campaign against reckless driving in luxury vehicles.
Robb Report · +14 outlets
Airbnb partners with Tripadvisor Experiences, abandons build-your-own strategy
Airbnb shifts its experiences strategy to partner with Tripadvisor, acknowledging it could not scale experiences without major partnerships.
Skift · +2 outlets
Spain launches three-year tourism strategy built around solar eclipses
Three eclipse events between now and 2028 give Spain a low-cost tool to steer tourism demand toward inland regions.
Skift · +1 outlets
OpenAI's first luxury influencer trip draws online backlash
The AI company's inaugural influencer junket faces criticism on social media over optics and exclusivity.
mashable.com · +14 outlets