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Tech18 stories ›

Nvidia to provide up to $105B backstop for OpenAI data center in Ohio
Nvidia is backing up to $105 billion in financing for a massive OpenAI data center campus in Pike County, Ohio, one of the largest planned data center projects
Tech · +14 outlets
Anthropic annualized revenue surges to $65B
Anthropic's annualized revenue run rate climbed to $65 billion in July, up about sevenfold from a year earlier, adding $18 billion in two months.
TechCrunch · +14 outlets
Meta heads to trial in landmark consumer protection case over social media harms to youth
Opening statements begin in Oakland in the biggest consumer protection case in US history, with 29 state attorneys general suing Meta over youth mental health r
The Next Web · +8 outlets
OpenAI disbands preparedness team that assessed catastrophic model risks
OpenAI shut down its preparedness team at the end of July, which was responsible for evaluating catastrophic risks from the company's AI models.
The Next Web · +14 outlets
Higgsfield raises $400M at $5.4B valuation, quadrupling in 8 months
The AI image and video generation startup, founded by a former Snap exec, raised a Series B led by DST Global at a valuation four times its January figure.
TechCrunch · +2 outlets
AI agent built working exploit for macOS screen sharing flaw in four hours
Security firm Calif used an AI agent to build working exploits for two pre-authentication root bugs in macOS, including CVE-2026-65400.
The Next Web · +12 outlets

AI18 stories ›

Nvidia to provide up to $105B guarantee for OpenAI's record Ohio data center lease
OpenAI signed a 20-year lease for an 8-gigawatt Ohio data center, with Nvidia guaranteeing up to $105 billion in financing and serving as exclusive chip supplie
The Decoder · +14 outlets
Stripe finalizes $7B deal for AI firm OpenRouter
Stripe acquires OpenRouter for $7 billion, expanding its AI payments ambitions by adding an API gateway for large language models.
PYMNTS.com · +8 outlets
Anthropic's annualized revenue surges to $65B
Anthropic added $18 billion in annualized revenue in two months, reaching $65 billion as AI model demand accelerates.
AI News & Artificial Intelligence · +14 outlets
Amazon caught destroying rare books to train AI models
An AirTag tracking revealed Amazon is purchasing and physically destroying rare printed books to scan them as AI training data, raising questions about intellec
Hacker News · +11 outlets
Nvidia discloses $21B stake in SpaceX as AI data center spending surges
Nvidia revealed a $21 billion stake in SpaceX after Elon Musk arranged an exclusive deal to use Nvidia chips in SpaceX data centers, highlighting AI infrastruct
Biz & IT · +8 outlets
Groq raises $350M to pivot from AI chips to neocloud business
Former AI chipmaker Groq raised $350 million at a $3.5 billion valuation to expand its Nvidia-powered neocloud data center footprint.
AI News & Artificial Intelligence · +4 outlets

Media18 stories ›

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Hits $2B Globally, Posts $70M Third Weekend
Sony/Marvel's Spider-Man: Brand New Day became the second-fastest film to cross $2 billion worldwide in its third weekend, with $70M domestically and $785.8M cu
The Hollywood Reporter · +8 outlets
Disney D23 Unveils Avengers Infinity Defense, Villains Land, Monstropolis and More Park Expansions
At D23 2026, Disney announced major theme park attractions including Avengers Infinity Defense at Disney California Adventure, a Villains Land at Magic Kingdom,
Deadline · +14 outlets
Disney D23 Movie Slate: Zootopia 3, Kingdom Hearts 4, Caitriona Balfe Cast in Live-Action Tangled
Disney laid out its 2028 film slate at D23 including Zootopia 3, a live-action Tangled with Caitriona Balfe as Queen Arianna, X-Men, and Incredibles 3, plus an
Deadline · +6 outlets
Truth Social's Paid Early Access to Trump Posts Sparks Lawsuit and Legal Concerns
A lawsuit seeks to block Trump Media from charging for early access to the president's posts on U.S. policy, drawing criticism from Anderson Cooper and Joe Roga
The Washington Post · +14 outlets
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro Says ABC Won't Be Told How to Run Business Amid FCC Fight
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro told CNBC that ABC is independent of FCC pressure, addressed stock frustration, defended ESPN amid sports rights losses, and responded t
TheWrap · +5 outlets
RuPaul's Drag Race Renewed for Season 19, All Stars for Season 12 at MTV and Paramount+
MTV picked up RuPaul's Drag Race for season 19 and Paramount+ renewed All Stars for season 12, alongside companion series Untucked.
Deadline · +14 outlets

Startups18 stories ›

SpaceX closes $60B acquisition of AI coding startup Cursor
Elon Musk's SpaceX finalized its acquisition of the AI coding startup Cursor, with reports valuing the deal at $60 billion.
TechCrunch · +15 outlets
Anthropic closes in on $7B Decart acquisition after beating Nvidia
Anthropic is reportedly nearing a deal to acquire Israeli AI startup Decart for around $7 billion, outbidding Nvidia.
calcalistech.com · +2 outlets
Databricks wraps $5B funding round at $190B valuation
Databricks raised another $5 billion in funding just months after a similar round, pushing its valuation to $190 billion.
Crunchbase News · +5 outlets
Anthropic's revenue surges 1,360% to $11.5B as IPO looms
Anthropic posted massive revenue growth ahead of a potential IPO reportedly targeting a $2 trillion valuation.
Nairametrics · +3 outlets
Talks to sell PayPal to Stripe and Advent heating up
PayPal is reportedly in advanced negotiations to sell itself to Stripe and private equity firm Advent.
TechCrunch · +10 outlets
China forces Meta to unwind its $2B acquisition of Manus AI
Chinese regulators have ordered Meta to reverse its $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus AI.
Startup Fortune · +11 outlets

Business18 stories ›

Nvidia backing $105 billion in financing for OpenAI data center in Ohio
Nvidia is helping finance a massive data center project for OpenAI in Ohio, reflecting the enormous capital demands of scaling AI infrastructure.
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
Anthropic tells investors annualized revenue run rate climbed to $65 billion in July
Anthropic's revenue increased roughly sevenfold year-over-year, signaling rapid growth in the AI industry.
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Iran Strait of Hormuz tensions
As a ceasefire between the US and Iran expires, Trump escalates rhetoric and shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz hits new lows.
International homepage · +14 outlets
Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from state AGs to cover costs of WBD merger delay
Paramount Skydance wants those suing to block its Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition to post a large bond, as merger odds shift.
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
Meta faces federal trial over child safety claims as attorneys general testify
29 state attorneys general are set to testify against Meta in a California federal trial that could lead to major penalties and platform changes.
US Top News and Analysis · +14 outlets
30-year Treasury yield tops 5.31%, highest in 19 years
Long-term bond yields continue to climb as markets await FOMC minutes, with a popular Treasury ETF trading at its lowest since 2004.
US Top News and Analysis · +10 outlets

Science18 stories ›

JWST discovers a new type of star powered by black holes instead of fusion
The James Webb Space Telescope has identified a new class of celestial object, nicknamed 'black hole stars,' that are powered by black holes rather than nuclear
Yahoo · +14 outlets
Hubble finds definitive evidence of dwarf galaxy merging with young Milky Way
New data from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope reveals the merger of a dwarf galaxy with the Milky Way in its earliest phases, solving a long-standing mystery abou
Phys.org · +5 outlets
Three supermassive black holes found on the verge of collision in a distant galaxy
Astronomers have detected three supermassive black holes about to collide inside a galaxy that existed less than 1.3 billion years after the Big Bang.
Latest from Space.com · +14 outlets
Webb's mysterious 'little red dots' may be hiding entire galaxies
Researchers studying a spiral galaxy nicknamed the 'Saguaro' found compact, bright red centers resembling the mysterious 'little red dots' seen in the early uni
All Top News -- ScienceDaily · +14 outlets
China completes giant 582-tonne magnet for 'artificial sun' fusion reactor
China has completed a massive magnet for its tokamak fusion reactor, targeting fusion energy by 2030.
Business Today · +14 outlets
AI predicts how breast cancer could progress in breakthrough study
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to predict the progression of breast cancer, potentially improving treatment planning.
The Independent · +14 outlets

Biotech18 stories ›

AstraZeneca scraps Phase 3 trial of bispecific volrustomig in lung cancer after interim data miss
AstraZeneca discontinued a late-stage trial of volrustomig in metastatic non-small cell lung cancer after an interim check showed survival goals were unlikely t
BioPharma Dive · +4 outlets
EyePoint shares plunge after Phase 3 miss for wet AMD drug-device combo Duravyu
EyePoint's experimental treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration failed to maintain vision with less frequent injections versus standard care in a piv
BioPharma Dive · +6 outlets
Argenx shares jump on Phase 3 data for Vyvgart in new autoimmune indication
Positive Phase 3 results for Vyvgart in immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy (IMNM) give investors confidence in approval for a condition with no approved treat
BioPharma Dive · +14 outlets
Summit and Akeso's lung cancer drug ivonescimab shows worsening tumor-progression benefit
Fresh data from Summit and Akeso revealed that the survival benefit of their China-approved lung cancer drug ivonescimab is degrading over time.
STAT · +3 outlets
FDA approves Zenbexus (iberdomide), a new class of multiple myeloma drug for relapsed patients
The FDA cleared iberdomide (Zenbexus) for patients with multiple myeloma whose cancer returned after earlier treatment, offering a new option for rural and frai
Medical Daily · +14 outlets
Regeneron ends eye disease trial for anti-CD3 antibody following safety review
Regeneron discontinued a clinical trial for an anti-CD3 antibody in an eye disease after a safety review.
Fierce Biotech · +1 outlets

Climate18 stories ›

China leads wave of clean power wastage as grids globally hit limits
Grid infrastructure bottlenecks worldwide are causing increasing amounts of renewable electricity to go unused.
Reuters · +3 outlets
Big Tech's data centre boom poised to drive up carbon emissions
Rising energy demand from AI and data centres threatens to increase emissions, with reports suggesting Microsoft may abandon clean energy targets.
ft.com · +14 outlets
Hawaii power grid collapses as Hurricane Lala damages 100 homes
A powerful hurricane caused widespread damage and knocked out the Hawaiian power grid.
streamlinefeed.co.ke · +10 outlets
Europe scales back climate goals to ease Iran war energy shock
The Iran war-driven energy crisis is forcing European governments to temporarily relax climate targets.
EnergyNow.com · +11 outlets
Faulty wind farm power network sparked devastating Greek wildfires
Investigations reveal that a fault in a wind farm's electrical network triggered major wildfires in Greece.
streamlinefeed.co.ke · +11 outlets
California planned a nuclear exit. Now it's reconsidering
California is re-evaluating its planned nuclear power phaseout due to grid reliability and clean energy concerns.
Los Angeles Times · +14 outlets

Games18 stories ›

Hayden Panettiere, Heroes and Kingdom Hearts actress, dies at 36
The actor who voiced Kairi in Kingdom Hearts and starred in Until Dawn has died, prompting tributes from the gaming community.
PCGamer latest · +14 outlets
US Senate launches investigation into Roblox over child safety concerns
Senators accuse Roblox of prioritizing revenue and engagement over children's safety on its platform.
GamesIndustry.biz Latest Articles Feed · +12 outlets
US Senate investigates Roblox over child safety concerns
Senators accuse Roblox of prioritizing revenue and engagement over children's safety.
GamesIndustry.biz Latest Articles Feed · +14 outlets
Mattel launches Mattel Game Studios to develop its own video games
The toymaker behind Barbie and Hot Wheels moves to self-publish games based on its brands, focusing on Roblox and Fortnite rather than Steam and consoles.
PCGamer latest · +14 outlets
Kingdom Hearts 4 confirmed for late 2027 release, no delays expected
Series co-creator Tetsuya Nomura insists the late 2027 release date is firm after Kingdom Hearts became Steam's second best-selling US game.
Kotaku · +14 outlets
US Army battalion reportedly offering time off to play GTA 6 as reenlistment bonus
A battalion is said to be giving soldiers four days off to play Grand Theft Auto 6 if they reenlist.
Kotaku · +4 outlets

Sports18 stories ›

Jeanie Buss contesting family's plan to sell 17.8% Lakers stake to Iger, Kushner group
Jeanie Buss's attorney argues any family vote to sell the controlling Buss family stake in the Lakers is null and void, creating a split with her siblings over
USA TODAY Sports · +14 outlets
O.J. Brigance, former Ravens linebacker and adviser, dies at 56 after 19-year ALS battle
Brigance, a Super Bowl champion with Baltimore who later worked in player engagement, died after a nearly two-decade fight with ALS.
www.espn.com · +6 outlets
FIFA COO Kevin Lamour departs after criticizing Infantino's collapsed World Cup sell-off plan
Lamour, a top FIFA executive, is out weeks after opposing Gianni Infantino's private-equity-backed plan to sell World Cup commercial rights.
www.espn.com · +4 outlets
NBA finds no evidence Ballmer funneled money through sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard
The league's investigation into Clippers cap circumvention found no proof of the alleged scheme, though the NBA disputes some media reports about the probe's fi
Front Office Sports · +14 outlets
Rodri lands in Barcelona to complete 'dream' move from Manchester City
Spain midfielder Rodri arrives in Barcelona to finalize his transfer, calling it his dream to play for the Catalan club.
BBC Sport · +5 outlets
Chelsea co-owners Boehly and Walter explore selling stakes to majority owner Clearlake Capital
Todd Boehly and Mark Walter are in talks to sell their Chelsea shares to Clearlake, with Boehly joining Walter in discussions amid a reported federal probe.
BBC Sport · +14 outlets

Entertainment18 stories ›

Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36, Found in Cardiac Arrest
The actress known for Nashville, Heroes, and the Scream franchise passed away at age 36, prompting widespread tributes from co-stars and the entertainment indus
RSS · +14 outlets
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Crosses $2 Billion at Global Box Office
Sony's latest Spider-Man installment has crossed the $2 billion milestone in just three weeks, making it one of the fastest films to reach that mark.
Brand Communicator · +14 outlets
Disney Sets Ryan Gosling Ghost Rider for Summer 2028
Disney announced a slate of 2028 release dates out of D23, including Ryan Gosling starring in a Ghost Rider film.
Deadline · +12 outlets
Buss Family Sells Remaining Lakers Stake to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner
The Buss family has voted to sell their remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, reopening a longstanding family divide.
Deadline · +14 outlets
Jonas Brothers Announce 45-City 'Burning Up' Tour
The band announced a massive North American tour after overwhelming demand for their Madison Square Garden shows.
Billboard · +14 outlets
Stray Kids Tie Taylor Swift with Ninth Straight US No. 1 Album
Stray Kids have matched Taylor Swift's Billboard record with their ninth consecutive No. 1 album in the US.
Contactmusic.com · +7 outlets

Luxe18 stories ›

Ferrari Luce EV Sells for $40 Million at Auction, Far Exceeding $1.1M Estimate
The first example of Ferrari's electric vehicle sold for vastly more than pre-auction expectations at an RM Sotheby's sale.
Robb Report · +1 outlets
Facebook Cofounder Chris Hughes Sells Historic Washington D.C. Mansion for $8.6 Million
The Kalorama home purchased in 2021 by the entrepreneur has changed hands in a notable celebrity real estate transaction.
Robb Report · +2 outlets
Land Rover Reveals 635 HP Defender Dakar Tribute Edition
The special-edition 4x4 pays homage to Land Rover's Dakar Rally victory, with reservations opening early next year.
Robb Report · +3 outlets
Lürssen Megayacht 'Whisper' Listed for $173 Million After Interior Refit
The award-winning vessel, formerly known as 'Kismet,' is now on the market following a meticulous interior update.
Robb Report · +1 outlets
Chile's First Post-Independence Leader Attended School in $23.6 Million London Mansion for Sale
Clarence House in Richmond, featuring an English Heritage Blue Plaque and a modern extension with indoor pool, hits the market.
Robb Report · +2 outlets
FDR's Grandson Lists 1,300-Acre Texas Ranch for $21.5 Million
The Rolling R Ranch, located outside the Dallas-Fort Worth area, is being offered for sale by the Roosevelt family descendant.
Robb Report · +5 outlets