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Tech18 stories ›

Taiwan indicts Nvidia manager and eight others over alleged scheme to ship B300 servers to China
Prosecutors allege the group exploited customs loopholes to export 74 servers containing restricted Nvidia B300 chips to China via Japan and Indonesia.
The Next Web · +3 outlets
Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO on Sept 1, succeeded by John Ternus, 15 years after replacing Steve Jobs
Cook's departure marks the end of an era at Apple as the company prepares to launch iPhone 18 Pro models under new leadership.
MacRumors · +1 outlets
Amazon hikes device prices up to 60% overnight across Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, and Eero lines
Amazon quietly raised prices on its hardware lineup citing component shortages, with some products seeing the steepest increases in company history.
The Next Web · +4 outlets
Apple preparing to raise iPhone prices following similar moves by Samsung and Google
Bloomberg reports Apple will increase iPhone pricing after already raising prices on Macs and iPads two months ago.
MacRumors · +1 outlets
Nvidia warns biggest customers of 15% price hikes on AI servers due to soaring memory costs
The increases will affect Grace Blackwell and Vera Rubin systems shipping early next year as DRAM shortages persist.
Latest from Tom's Hardware · +1 outlets
Hugging Face reportedly in talks to be acquired for $13 billion
The AI community platform has been fielding acquisition offers, though founders' commitment to the open-source community may complicate a sale.
TechCrunch · +2 outlets

AI18 stories ›

Hugging Face reportedly in talks to be acquired for $13B
Hugging Face has reportedly fielded acquisition offers valuing it around $13 billion, though founder concerns about community responsibility may block a sale.
AI News & Artificial Intelligence
General Intuition in talks to raise at $6B valuation backed by Valor and Point72, pushes into robotics
The AI startup building foundation models for generalized movement and spatial reasoning is raising from new investors including Valor Ventures and Point72 at a
AI News & Artificial Intelligence
Nvidia in talks to invest in Perplexity AI at over $30B valuation as revenue triples
Nvidia is negotiating an investment in Perplexity at a valuation above $30 billion, more than 50 percent higher than its last round, as Perplexity's annualized
The Decoder · +1 outlets
Pew study: AI-written text has surged across the web since ChatGPT's launch, over a third of recent pages show signs
Pew Research Center analyzed nearly half a million English-language web pages and found more than a third published since late 2022 show signs of machine-writte
The Decoder · +1 outlets
Anthropic's best AI model struggles to attract users as cheaper alternatives thrive
Despite strong capabilities, Anthropic's flagship model is seeing low adoption compared to lower-cost competitors, according to a Financial Times report.
Hacker News · +1 outlets
AI agents now consume more tokens than humans on OpenRouter, agentic usage up 14x
AI has become AI's biggest customer on OpenRouter; agentic token consumption surpassed human usage in February 2025 and has since grown 14x while human usage gr
The Decoder

Media18 stories ›

BBC files new motion to dismiss Trump's $10B lawsuit, challenging US jurisdiction claim via VPN
The broadcaster argues unauthorized streams cannot establish US jurisdiction, warning of massive implications for foreign companies with online presences.
TheWrap · +2 outlets
Supreme Court rules 6-3 to allow part of Trump executive order restricting mail-in ballots to move forward
The ruling is a win for the president's push to curb mail-in voting, with the court splitting along ideological lines.
Mediaite · +1 outlets
Rob Bonta says Warner Bros.-Paramount merger settlement talks could happen this week if Paramount stops leaks
The California AG said he is open to a carve-out of a significant portion of the combined company's basic channels.
TheWrap · +2 outlets
WildBrain acquires Personality AI in deal worth up to $70M
The Canadian animation studio behind Teletubbies and Inspector Gadget adds generative AI capabilities.
Deadline · +1 outlets
Trump trade war with Canada puts film and TV spending rules in crosshairs
Canadian producers urge the government to revive plans forcing US companies to subsidize domestic film and TV production amid the broader trade fight.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Peacock greenlights three-part Wendy Williams documentary series 'Clap If You Care' for 2027
The docuseries from Williams' longtime TV producer will look back at her syndicated talk show and its end in 2022.
TheWrap · +4 outlets

Startups18 stories ›

Hugging Face reportedly in talks to be acquired for $13B
The AI platform has fielded acquisition offers valuing it around $13 billion, though founders' community commitments may complicate a sale.
TechCrunch · +2 outlets
Valor and Point72 back General Intuition at $6B valuation as AI startup pushes into robotics
General Intuition, building a foundation model for generalized AI agents navigating physical space, is raising at a $6 billion pre-money valuation from Valor Ve
TechCrunch · +1 outlets
Uber faces fine of nearly $1B over automated driver suspensions
The Dutch Data Protection Authority is fining Uber €825 million, the second largest penalty ever under Europe's GDPR, for its automated driver suspension system
TechCrunch · +1 outlets
OpenAI pushes AI agents to the masses, calls for strengthening California AI safety bill
OpenAI is expanding AI agents from developers to mainstream users while also urging California to strengthen its AI safety bill SB 53 after previously opposing
TechCrunch
Anthropic's Claude Tag update lets its Slack agent read full conversations and jump in unprompted
Anthropic is betting that enterprise AI's biggest bottleneck is solitary use, releasing an update that lets its Claude Slack agent engage proactively in convers
VentureBeat · +1 outlets
Inherent, founded by DeepMind alumni, says its AI teammate outperformed Anthropic and OpenAI at replicating research
British AI lab Inherent released Faraday, an AI agent that it says can replicate scientific papers better than models from Anthropic and OpenAI.
TechCrunch · +1 outlets

Business18 stories ›

Trump says US to hike tariffs on Canadian cars to 50%; Canadian officials set to respond
The US escalates trade war with Canada with 50% auto tariffs set for Jan 1, 2027 as Canadian negotiators left Washington without a deal.
International homepage · +3 outlets
Treasury Secretary Bessent unveils anti-Iran sanctions plan; Iran threatens 46 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration plans secondary sanctions on Iran's enablers as Tehran threatens to seize vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
International homepage · +2 outlets
Canada could cut off electricity to US, Ontario premier says; Canadians renew boycott of American goods
Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatens to cut electricity and critical mineral exports as Canada responds to new US tariffs.
All Content from Business Insider
Supreme Court allows Trump restrictions on mail-in ballots ahead of midterms
The Supreme Court lifts an injunction covering 23 states and DC, allowing Trump's order restricting mail-in ballot eligibility to a federal voter list.
International homepage · +2 outlets
Trump admin preparing largest mass visa revocation in US history, targeting up to 200,000 asylum seekers
The State Department is expected to revoke B1 and B2 visas issued between 2016 and 2026 whose holders have sought asylum.
Fortune
Paramount CEO David Ellison's WBD deal faces antitrust hurdle; California AG cancels settlement meeting
A state AG antitrust challenge threatens Paramount's proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially freezing broader media M&A.
US Top News and Analysis

Science18 stories ›

NASA's Roman Space Telescope cleared for final launch preparations, targeted for Aug. 30 on Falcon Heavy
The powerful observatory will probe cosmic expansion, dark energy, and exoplanets after its upcoming SpaceX launch.
Latest from Space.com · +2 outlets
Artemis II crew to receive Congressional Space Medal of Honor after historic lunar flyby
The crew became the first humans in over 50 years to travel beyond the Moon on their 10-day Orion mission.
All Top News -- ScienceDaily · +1 outlets
Common medications may reshape the gut microbiome for years, study of 2,500 people finds
Antidepressants, beta-blockers, and other drugs were linked to lasting microbial changes long after the last dose.
All Top News -- ScienceDaily · +1 outlets
Vacuum-fluctuation-enhanced superconductivity demonstrated for the first time
The Nature study marks a significant advance in controlling quantum states of matter.
Phys.org · +1 outlets
Scientists image the hidden quantum shape of a molecule for the first time
Combining photoelectron measurements with new algorithms produced a complete 3D image of a molecule's wavefunction.
All Top News -- ScienceDaily · +1 outlets
APOE4 Alzheimer's risk gene may shrink brain cells years before symptoms, study in mice finds
The gene increased a protein called Nell2 that shrinks neurons and disrupts memory circuits.
All Top News -- ScienceDaily · +1 outlets

Biotech11 stories ›

FDA again halts Regenxbio gene therapy trial after spinal masses found in five patients
The FDA placed a second clinical hold this year on Regenxbio's Hunter syndrome gene therapy after investigators detected masses on the spines of five patients.
STAT · +1 outlets
Moderna and Merck's cancer vaccine succeeds in pivotal trial despite long odds
The personalized mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck has shown positive results, overcoming significant logistical and pandemic-era challenges.
STAT
Roche pays $190M upfront for Hanmi obesity drug aimed at preserving lean muscle mass
Roche is licensing a Hanmi asset designed to spur weight loss while sparing muscle tissue, with total potential payments of up to $2.3 billion.
BioPharma Dive
Cellares to lay off 100 employees after large pharma customer terminates contract
The cell therapy manufacturing specialist is restructuring after losing a major customer contract, according to its CEO.
BioPharma Dive
Lady Gaga and her fiancé launch a biotech startup
The pop star and her partner are entering the biotech space with a new company, though details of the startup's focus are limited.
STAT
FDA extends review of Capricor cell therapy deramiocel with refined indication
The agency is reviewing an updated application for Capricor's cell therapy with a more targeted indication, among other industry news.
BioPharma Dive

Climate17 stories ›

Boulder and Big Oil brace for high-stakes Supreme Court climate liability case
The Supreme Court is set to hear Suncor v. Boulder, a pivotal test of whether state courts can hold fossil fuel companies liable for climate damages.
Inside Climate News · +1 outlets
BYD opens orders for Great Han flagship EV with over 1,000 km range, under $40,000
BYD's new flagship electric sedan offers more than 1,000 km of range at a price point under $40,000, pushing the affordability frontier for long-range EVs.
Electrek
Court orders Trump administration to release billions in climate grants for Black communities
Federal court rulings could restart stalled projects addressing water crises and sewage problems in communities like Jackson, Mississippi.
Grist · +1 outlets
Trump administration spent billions boosting LNG exports, spurring more fracking
A surge in proposed natural gas export projects faces financial and regulatory hurdles even as the administration pours money into expansion.
Inside Climate News
Tesla loses another senior chip engineer to ex-Dojo startup DensityAI
Shishuang Sun, a former Tesla AI hardware architect on Dojo and Autopilot, joins DensityAI, an AI hardware startup built from Tesla's former Dojo team.
Electrek · +1 outlets
PJM greenlights new clean power but faces construction hurdles
The largest U.S. energy market approved more clean power projects but struggles with interconnection delays and rising utility bills.
Canary Media

Games18 stories ›

GTA 6 leaks escalate with nudity-filled gameplay, leaker polls on releasing story spoilers
Ongoing GTA 6 leaks from account CyberLeek show strip clubs, a nudist colony, and gas station gameplay, prompting Take-Two to subpoena Microsoft, Discord and X
IGN Articles · +6 outlets
CD Projekt Red confirms The Witcher 4 launch window of 2028
CD Projekt RED announced a 2028 release target for the Ciri-led Witcher 4 in a social media video update.
Push Square · +3 outlets
Twitch hit with class-action lawsuit over using streamer content to train Amazon AI
A streamer filed a proposed class action alleging Twitch and Amazon used broadcasts for generative AI training without consent or payment.
Eurogamer.net Latest Articles Feed · +3 outlets
The Blood of Dawnwalker will add 60fps performance mode on consoles after backlash
Rebel Wolves reversed its initial stance and will include a 60fps performance mode on PS5 and Xbox Series X via a day-one patch.
Eurogamer.net Latest Articles Feed · +4 outlets
Double Fine regains IP and publishing rights after leaving Xbox
Double Fine Productions now owns all of its intellectual property and publishing rights following its split from Xbox, and plans a return to Kickstarter.
GamesIndustry.biz Latest Articles Feed · +3 outlets
Sony reminds PS5 users they license digital games amid ongoing PS5 boycott over disc discontinuation
Sony sent terms-of-service reminders about digital game licensing rights just as some players planned a blackout protest against the end of physical discs.
Push Square · +3 outlets

Sports18 stories ›

49ers owner Jed York arrested in Ohio, pleads no contest to disorderly conduct
The San Francisco 49ers owner was arrested in an alleged prostitution bust and spent one day in jail, pleading no contest to misdemeanor charges.
Front Office Sports · +3 outlets
Astros fire GM Dana Brown; owner Jim Crane takes over baseball operations
The first-place Astros parted ways with their general manager amid a recent skid, with owner Jim Crane appointing himself interim head of baseball ops.
CBS Sports Headlines · +3 outlets
Browns name Deshaun Watson starting QB over Shedeur Sanders
Cleveland will open the season with Deshaun Watson as QB1 in the final year of his $230M contract, beating out Shedeur Sanders.
CBS Sports Headlines · +4 outlets
Wyndham Clark holds off Rory McIlroy to win BMW Championship
Clark won by three shots at Bellerive Country Club, declaring himself 'one of the best players in the world'.
BBC Sport · +2 outlets
Enes Kanter Freedom ejected after altercation with Sky's Natasha Cloud at WNBA game
The former NBA player was removed from the Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky game courtside seat after a verbal confrontation, amid his controversial stance on transgen
CBS Sports Headlines · +5 outlets
Tennessee true freshman Faizon Brandon wins starting QB job
The five-star freshman beat out George MacIntyre for the Volunteers' QB1 role and faces a daunting SEC schedule.
www.espn.com · +1 outlets

Entertainment18 stories ›

Netflix renews 'The Gentlemen' for Season 3, Meghan Markle in talks to join cast
Guy Ritchie's series gets a third-season greenlight alongside renewed UK originals 'House of Guinness,' 'Being Gordon Ramsay,' and 'Legends'; Season 2 trailer r
The Hollywood Reporter · +3 outlets
Shelley Fabares, star of 'The Donna Reed Show' and 'Coach,' dies at 82
The Emmy-nominated actress who also appeared opposite Elvis Presley in several films is remembered by her 'Coach' co-star Craig T. Nelson.
Rolling Stone · +2 outlets
Reggie Watts' 'Comedy Bang Bang' theme song removed after report alleging reckless drug use
The comedian and musician was accused of 'reckless' encouragement of drug use and abusive behavior; festivals have also removed him from lineups.
Variety · +2 outlets
A24's 'Tony' biopic of Anthony Bourdain earns $5 million at indie box office
The Dominic Sessa-starring film becomes another summer hit for A24, which also saw success with 'The Invite' and 'Backrooms.'
IndieWire · +1 outlets
Television guitarist Richard Lloyd diagnosed with bile-duct cancer
The founding guitarist of the influential band has tumors in his liver that doctors cannot safely operate on; a GoFundMe has been launched.
Rolling Stone · +1 outlets
Marvel introduces four new Wolverine clones in 'Uncanny X-Men'
The new clones possess Logan's powers and adamantium claws, reviving his Weapon X origins.
Collider

Luxe18 stories ›

President Trump threatens new 50% tariff on Canadian cars
The latest escalation in the trade saga with Canada could impact auto imports.
Robb Report · +1 outlets
JetBlue opens new Boston BlueHouse lounge, expands Mint lounge access to domestic flyers
JetBlue unveiled a new lounge at Boston Logan and will allow all domestic Mint passengers to access its lounges at JFK and Boston.
The Points Guy Articles
Three South Korean carriers merging into one low-cost giant
A supercharged budget airline backed by the flag carrier changes the competitive math in a crowded low-cost market.
Skift · +1 outlets
Air taxi landing site coming to downtown Los Angeles
Archer Aviation's downtown vertiport is expected to join a network of hubs including LAX, SoFi Stadium, and USC.
Robb Report · +1 outlets
Wall Street starting to believe Airbnb's growth story
Analysts say Airbnb's acceleration is here to stay, with potential hinging on focus and execution.
Skift · +1 outlets
F1 confirms Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as events calendar props up tourism
F1 splits the Gulf calendar into two tiers, with Abu Dhabi keeping its finale while Bahrain and Saudi lost theirs.
Skift · +1 outlets