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TechnologyArs Technica ·

New App Detects Meta AI Glasses as Privacy Concerns Over Recordings Grow

A free app called Zuckoff has emerged to help people identify when Meta AI-equipped smart glasses are nearby. The tool arrives amid growing public concern over covert audio and video recordings that the glasses are capable of making. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses have seen a surge in demand, making encounters with the devices increasingly common in public spaces. Privacy advocates have raised alarms about the potential for wearers to record others without their knowledge or consent. The backlash has prompted developers and researchers to seek technical countermeasures against the glasses' recording capabilities.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Taiwan's Satellite Launcher Program Suffers Setback in Development Effort

Taiwan's ambition to build its own domestic satellite launch vehicle encountered a significant setback this week. The country has been working toward developing an independent space launch capability. The nature of the setback points to the ongoing challenges faced by emerging spacefaring nations. Taiwan joins a number of countries striving to establish sovereign access to space through homegrown rocket technology.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

My big, fat, technophobic cat

He hates weigh-in days. My cat Pablo is a voluptuous boy. His primordial pouch, originally thought to protect cats' squishy insides, hangs low and wobbles to and fro. Once, when he was five or six, a vet sternly sat my spouse and me down, gravely stating, "He's simply too young to be this fat." Pablo didn't care, but we were traumatized. Now that he's 10, the vets have repeatedly scolded us.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

America's Love-Hate Relationship With Surveillance Cameras

Americans broadly express discomfort with being monitored by surveillance cameras in public and private spaces. Yet despite this stated opposition, the use of such cameras continues to grow rapidly across the country. Technologies like Flock Safety's license-plate-reading cameras are increasingly deployed by law enforcement and private communities. The tension highlights a broader societal debate about where the line should be drawn between public safety and personal privacy.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Genki Launches Manta Controller with 2.9-Inch Screen and Deep Customization

Genki has unveiled the Manta, its first fully in-house designed gaming controller, available today via a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. The device features an unconventional layout with thumbsticks and buttons positioned above a 2.9-inch LCD screen, giving it a bulkier profile than most competing controllers. A key focus of the Manta is customizability, allowing players to adjust settings directly through the onboard screen, buttons, and thumbsticks to suit individual preferences. This marks a significant step for Genki, which previously collaborated with 8BitDo on a gamepad two years ago rather than building its own hardware from scratch.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Nevada greenlights Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to deploy up to 8,000 robotaxis

Nevada has granted operating permits to Tesla, Uber, and Waymo, allowing all three companies to run robotaxi services in the state. The approvals collectively permit the deployment of as many as 8,000 autonomous vehicles over the coming year. This marks a significant regulatory milestone, with three major players receiving simultaneous clearance in the same state. The move signals growing official confidence in autonomous ride-hailing technology and its readiness for broader public deployment.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

AI data startup Micro1 hits $500M gross run rate on surging training demand

Micro1, an AI data startup, has reached a $500 million gross run rate as demand for AI training data continues to surge. The milestone reflects the broader boom in the AI training data industry, which is benefiting multiple companies in the space. Rapid growth at Micro1 is being fueled by the increasing need for high-quality data to train artificial intelligence models. The startup's rise highlights how foundational data services have become a major growth sector within the wider AI industry.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Founder Who Raised $1B Shares What Investors Really Look for in Pitches

Sasha Orloff, founder and CEO of Puzzle, appeared on the Build Mode podcast to discuss what venture capitalists genuinely expect from founders seeking funding. Orloff, who has raised over $1 billion, emphasized that investors prioritize founders with a clear grasp of their business's financial reality. Common pitfalls such as disorganized data, misread metrics, and last-minute fundraising can seriously weaken a founder's negotiating position. Starting the fundraising process too late — when cash is nearly depleted — risks losing valuation and even potential term sheets. The conversation, hosted by Isabelle Johannessen, aimed to help early-stage founders approach investors with greater preparedness and credibility.

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TechnologyBBC Tech ·

Electric Tools Slow to Replace Petrol Equipment in Landscape Gardening

The landscape gardening industry is undergoing a gradual shift toward electric-powered equipment, moving away from traditional petrol-fuelled tools. The transition is being driven by demand for quieter, cleaner machinery in outdoor maintenance work. However, the pace of adoption is falling short of expectations held by advocates of the change. Several factors appear to be slowing the electrification process, leaving the industry in a prolonged period of transition.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Teen Drops Key Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Against Meta, YouTube, Snap and TikTok

A New Jersey teenager has withdrawn a major personal injury lawsuit targeting leading social media companies including Meta, YouTube, Snap, and TikTok. The case was considered a bellwether trial, meaning its outcome could have set a precedent for broader litigation against these platforms. It was the third of nine significant test cases that had the potential to expose the companies to substantial financial damages. The lawsuits also sought to compel the platforms to redesign features critics say are engineered to foster addiction. No reason for the withdrawal was immediately reported.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

OpenAI Narrows Gap With Anthropic Among Business Users, Data Shows

New data suggests OpenAI is closing the gap with Anthropic in enterprise AI adoption. The findings indicate that business users are increasingly switching between AI providers as competing labs release new models. This pattern of frequent switching raises questions about the long-term loyalty of enterprise customers in the AI sector. Such volatility may concern investors in both companies, as it signals that business spending on AI tools may not be as stable or predictable as hoped.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

ChatGPT gains Apple Messages integration to compose and send texts

OpenAI's ChatGPT has introduced a new integration with Apple Messages, allowing the AI to send text messages on behalf of users. The feature positions ChatGPT as an automated messaging assistant within Apple's native messaging app. Users can now delegate their texting tasks to the AI, which composes and sends messages for them. The integration represents a further expansion of ChatGPT's capabilities into everyday smartphone communication tools.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

RoboStore shifts to US manufacturing after FCC bans Chinese humanoid robots

RoboStore, the US distributor of China's leading humanoid robots, is pivoting to domestic manufacturing following a federal ban on foreign-made robots. The FCC's restriction on Chinese robotics effectively blocked the company's existing distribution model. Rather than exit the market, RoboStore accelerated plans it had to produce robots within the United States. The ban appears to have acted as a catalyst, pushing the company to establish a local manufacturing footprint sooner than originally intended.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Google Discover to Let Users Customize Feed via AI Chatbot Interface

Google is introducing a new AI-powered feature for its Discover feed that lets users describe their content preferences in plain language. The update, set to roll out to the Google app within the coming days, uses AI to automatically adjust the feed based on user input and retain those preferences over time. Users can access the feature through the three-dot menu on their Discover feed, which opens a chatbot-style interface. The AI will confirm the chosen preferences and outline what content it plans to prioritize, while also allowing users to refine their instructions if needed.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

National Geographic Documentary Reunites 9/11 Survivors With Their Rescuers

National Geographic has released a documentary titled '9/11: Reunited' marking nearly 25 years since the September 11 attacks. The film brings together survivors of the tragedy with the individuals who helped save their lives on that day. The documentary focuses on the lasting human connections forged amid one of the most devastating events in American history. It highlights how the bonds between those who survived and those who rescued them have endured over the decades.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Enhanced Games Reports $60 Million Loss as Pro-Steroid Sports Venture Struggles

The Enhanced Games, a sports competition that permits the use of performance-enhancing substances, has reported a financial loss of $60 million. The venture was positioned as a technology-driven reimagining of competitive athletics, with backing from figures in the tech industry. Despite its unconventional premise of allowing steroid use among athletes, the company has failed to achieve financial viability. The significant loss signals that the project has not gained the commercial traction its founders anticipated.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Could Urine Replace Potable Water for Cooling Data Centers?

Former NFL star Jason Kelce sparked an unusual conversation by joking that human urine could be used to cool data centers instead of clean drinking water. The suggestion, while humorous in origin, is not entirely without scientific basis. Data centers consume enormous volumes of potable water for cooling purposes, raising sustainability concerns. Researchers and engineers have long explored alternative cooling fluids to reduce the strain on freshwater resources. Kelce's offhand remark has prompted a broader discussion about unconventional but potentially viable solutions to the industry's water usage problem.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Hacker Used Fake Crypto Conference and Google Docs to Target Security Researchers

A malicious actor impersonating an employee of a prominent cryptocurrency news outlet launched a targeted attack against multiple cybersecurity professionals. The attacker used Google Docs as a delivery mechanism to distribute malware to the intended victims. The lure involved a fake cryptocurrency conference, designed to appear credible to security researchers in the industry. The incident highlights how threat actors are increasingly using trusted platforms and social engineering to compromise even technically sophisticated targets.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Riot Games to end development on League of Legends fighter 2XKO by late 2026

Riot Games has announced it will halt active development on 2XKO, its free-to-play League of Legends fighting game, by the end of 2026. The studio cited insufficient player retention as the reason, saying the game had not reached a sustainable audience. 2XKO launched in early access on PC in October 2025 and expanded to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in January 2026. Riot will keep the servers running beyond 2026 while unlocking all playable characters and issuing refunds to players who spent money in-game. The shutdown follows earlier staff cuts that Riot made to the team responsible for the title.

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