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TechnologyThe Verge ·

HoverAir Versa drone halted in US just days after Indiegogo launch

HoverAir's new Versa, a modular camera that converts into a drone via snap-on propeller wings, has stopped accepting US orders only three days after launching on Indiegogo. The company told backers it would ship only the camera unit to the US, citing unspecified 'logistics updates' related to the Flight Kit. Observers suspect the real reason is a federal regulatory issue, as the FCC's database no longer appears to carry a listing for the device. HoverAir has not explicitly confirmed a ban, but the timing and language have raised concerns among US backers about whether the drone component will ever ship domestically.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

TikTok to pay $400M to settle DOJ child privacy violation lawsuit

The US Department of Justice announced on Friday that TikTok has agreed to pay $400 million to settle a 2024 lawsuit over alleged violations of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The DOJ accused TikTok of collecting data from children without parental notification or consent and failing to delete accounts upon parental request. Under the settlement terms, TikTok will pay $300 million immediately, with the remaining $100 million due after a prior consent decree against its predecessor Musical.ly is vacated. The DOJ described the settlement as one of the largest recoveries ever obtained in a child privacy case.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

AI Accounting Startup Rillet Hits Unicorn Status After $100M Raise

Rillet, an AI-powered accounting startup, achieved unicorn status after raising $100 million in a rapid fundraising round. CEO Nicholas Koop triggered investor interest simply by presenting growth metrics at a routine board meeting. The strong numbers caught the attention of major venture firms including Iconiq and Sequoia Capital. The entire fundraising process concluded within 48 hours, with Koop reportedly not having actively sought new funding at the time.

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TechnologyBBC Tech ·

TikTok agrees $400m settlement over child privacy violations in the US

TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have agreed to pay $400 million to settle a US lawsuit, marking one of the largest child privacy settlements on record. The case was filed in 2024 and accused the companies of unlawfully collecting large volumes of personal data from millions of children under the age of 13. The settlement resolves allegations that TikTok violated child privacy laws by gathering this data without appropriate consent. The deal underscores growing regulatory pressure on social media platforms over their handling of minors' personal information.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

LinkedIn's AI Slop Reporting Button Surpasses 1 Million Uses Within Weeks

LinkedIn launched an 'AI slop' reporting button on July 30th, allowing users to flag suspected AI-generated content via a post's three-dot menu. Chief Product Officer Hari Srinivasan announced that over one million people have already used the feature. The button's rollout came weeks after AI detector Pangram found that 41 percent of LinkedIn's long-form posts appeared to be fully AI-generated, as reported by 404 Media. Alongside the new button, LinkedIn also introduced improved classifiers to better identify AI-generated content on the platform.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Apple cuts hundreds of jobs across Siri and Vision Pro divisions

Apple is laying off hundreds of employees from its Siri and Vision Pro teams, according to reports. The company has acknowledged that certain roles are being affected as it realigns its strategic priorities. The cuts suggest Apple is scaling back investment in some of its AI and mixed-reality initiatives. This move reflects a broader shift in focus within the company, though Apple has not disclosed the exact number of positions eliminated.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Thunderstorms and fiber-optic cables unlock new seismic imaging method

Scientists have found that thunderstorms generate seismic waves capable of mapping underground geological features. The method leverages fiber-optic cables already laid in the ground to detect these naturally occurring vibrations. This approach offers a passive, cost-effective alternative to traditional active seismic surveys, which typically require artificial energy sources. By combining atmospheric events with existing infrastructure, researchers can build detailed pictures of subsurface structures without additional drilling or equipment deployment.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Lawsuit Claims Hidden Zillow Listings Artificially Inflated NYC Rents

A lawsuit alleges that Zillow concealed property listings in New York City, creating an artificial shortage of visible rental supply. By hiding available units, the platform allegedly made the rental market appear tighter than it actually was. This manufactured scarcity is claimed to have driven up rents, making housing less affordable for New York City renters. The plaintiffs argue that tenants were financially harmed as a result of this alleged manipulation of listing visibility.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Pebble Time 2 Review: A $225 Smartwatch Built for Fun and Longevity

The Pebble Time 2 is a smartwatch priced at $225 that stands out with its e-paper display and physical button controls. It offers an unusually long battery life measured in weeks, setting it apart from most competitors. The device supports a range of quirky watch faces and third-party apps, appealing to hobbyists and developers. Its design philosophy leans toward a playful, hacker-friendly experience rather than a polished corporate aesthetic.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Apple cuts over 200 jobs on Siri and Vision Pro teams

Apple has laid off more than 200 employees working on its Siri and Vision Pro divisions, according to Bloomberg. The cuts include largely shutting down a Vision Pro gaming team and reducing the Vision Pro immersive content team. Apple stated the restructuring aims to evolve its business and improve user experiences, adding that new roles will be created. The Vision Pro, a $3,499 spatial computing headset, launched in early 2024 but has faced commercial challenges since its debut.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Nvidia Research: Fine-Tuning Agent Harness Outweighs Raw AI Model Quality

Nvidia researchers have demonstrated that AI agents can perform reliably without relying on a highly capable underlying model. The key finding is that fine-tuning the agent's harness — the surrounding framework that guides model behavior — plays a more critical role than the model itself. Even weaker AI models showed strong, controlled performance when the harness was properly optimized. The research suggests a shift in focus for AI development, prioritizing the scaffolding around models over raw model power.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Motorola to Launch GrapheneOS Phones in 2027, Priced Above Google Pixels

GrapheneOS, the privacy-focused Android-based operating system, is set to expand beyond Google Pixel devices for the first time. Motorola has been confirmed as the next hardware partner to offer phones running GrapheneOS. The devices are expected to launch in 2027 and will be priced higher than comparable Google Pixel handsets. This move marks a significant step in bringing privacy-hardened Android software to a broader range of smartphones.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Zuckerberg Adds Historic 200-Year-Old Irish Castle to His Property Portfolio

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has purchased a centuries-old estate in Ireland, further expanding his already extensive real estate holdings. The property is nearly 200 years old and is notable for its grand scale. Historical records highlight the estate's vast size, noting that it takes roughly four and a half minutes at a brisk pace to walk from the kitchen to the dining room. The acquisition adds an international landmark property to Zuckerberg's growing portfolio of real estate investments.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Lawsuit seeks tariff-related refunds for Logitech customers after price hikes

Logitech is facing a lawsuit that demands the company return tariff-related charges to its customers. The peripheral maker raised its prices by as much as 25 percent last year, which plaintiffs allege was tied to tariff costs passed on to consumers. The legal action argues that customers are entitled to refunds for the additional amounts they paid. The case highlights growing consumer pushback against companies that increased prices citing import tariffs.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Tesla Quietly Kills Solar Roof Product After Years of Slow Uptake

Tesla has effectively discontinued its solar roof product, marking the end of a long-struggling venture for the electric vehicle and energy company. The solar roof, which integrated photovoltaic cells directly into roofing tiles, failed to gain significant traction in the market. Despite early excitement around the concept, the product never scaled into a mainstream offering for Tesla. However, industry observers note that the broader idea of building-integrated solar technology is not necessarily finished, even as Tesla steps away. Other companies and startups continue to explore roof-integrated solar solutions as demand for renewable energy grows.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

China Orders Tesla to Recall Nearly 3 Million Cars Over Door Safety Issue

Chinese safety regulators have ordered Tesla to address a safety defect affecting nearly three million vehicles in the country. The issue centers on car doors that fail to open properly following a crash, posing a risk to occupants. The recall represents one of the largest automotive safety actions targeting Tesla in China. Authorities determined that the door malfunction could prevent passengers from exiting the vehicle in an emergency situation.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Best Buy sells $100 gift cards for $60 to mark its 60th anniversary

Best Buy is offering $100 gift cards for $60 at its physical stores on Saturday, August 22nd, as part of its 60th anniversary celebration. The one-day deal is available only while supplies last, so shoppers are advised to arrive at store opening to improve their chances. The gift cards cannot be used to purchase other gift cards or prepaid debit cards, but they are compatible with other ongoing discounts and promotions. Any eligible returns or cancellations will be refunded back to the gift card. Best Buy is also running broader anniversary sales, with notable discounts on items such as the iPad Air M4, AirPods Max 2, and select laptops.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Waymo submits documents to NHTSA in child collision investigation

Waymo has handed over documents to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as part of an ongoing probe into a collision involving a child. The submission comes in response to questions posed by the federal safety regulator. However, the documents provided have been fully redacted, with Waymo citing confidential business information as the reason. The move means the details of Waymo's responses to NHTSA's inquiry remain undisclosed to the public.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Walmart to accept Apple Pay and Google Pay starting August 2025

Walmart has announced it will begin supporting Apple Pay and Google Pay at select Walmart and Sam's Club locations from August 24th. The rollout will expand to all US stores by end of 2026, with gas stations following by mid-2027. Walmart was notably one of the last major US retailers to adopt the popular tap-to-pay platforms. The company had previously backed CurrentC, a failed mobile payment venture, before launching its own QR-code-based Walmart Pay in 2016.

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